Tuesday Night Open-Mic

  • December 6, 2025

Join poet/host Charity Blackwell in DC on Tues., Dec. 9th, at 8 p.m.!

Tuesday Night Open-Mic

Charity Blackwell is an award-winning spoken-word artist, poet, and educator known for her dynamic performances and captivating storytelling. With a passion for using her voice to inspire change, Charity creates thought-provoking and powerful works that resonate deeply with audiences across diverse backgrounds. She is a Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practitioner, spoken-word artist, host, emcee, and poetry specialist who has spent several years contributing to the arts scene in DC and across national platforms. 

For two hours, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices, and a vast array of professional spoken-word performers, open-mic rookies, musicians, and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all, come with an open mind and ear.

Price is $5 online and $8 at the door. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10 a.m. No refunds. Seating is available on a first-come, first-seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats. 

Hosted by Busboys and Poets @ 14th & V, 2021 14th St., NW, Washington, DC. Learn more here.

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