# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Open Mic April
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The power of poetry unites us. 

Poetry Open Mic at the Burke Arts Council Theater

Saturday, April 18, 7–8:30PM

Emcee:  Kyra Freeman of Morganton

Free and open to the public (over 18).  Donations are welcome and appreciated.
Refreshments will be available for purchase

About the Night

This open mic creates a welcoming space for people who live in or wander near Burke County to gather and share poems aloud. Bring your voice, your favorite lines, or simply come to listen and soak in the evening.

How to Participate

Read or recite your own original work;

Share a poem by another writer that speaks to you;  

Or come to listen and enjoy the community.

Please sign up in advance to read or recite using this sign-up link.  
Performance limit: 8 minutes per performer; a second reading may be possible if time permits.  If time allows, walk-up participants may be invited to share one or two poems.

Whether you’ve just written your first poem or have published collections, join us in the magical performance space at Burke Arts Council to share and celebrate poetry.

Code of Conduct:
Poetry open mic is a welcoming and safe space. By performing, you agree to:

Respect others: No hate speech, bullying, or any verbal or physical conduct a reasonable person would find threatening, intimidating, or humiliating.

Respect privacy: Do not record audio or video of performances without the performer’s permission.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/morganton/open-mic-april/200029930246457
- **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, performances, Entertainment, Theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Morganton
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 506 S. Sterling Street
- **lat**: 35.74155
- **long**: -81.68313
- **full address**: 506 S. Sterling Street, 506 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655-3573, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Open Mic April being held?
  - **A:** Open Mic April takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 506 S. Sterling Street, 506 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655-3573, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Open Mic April?
  - **A:** Open Mic April is organized by Burke Arts Council.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Burke Arts Council's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Burke Arts Council a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Burke Arts Council has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Open Mic April is ideal for aspiring performers, spoken word artists, budding comedians, and audiences who love discovering raw, unpolished talent in an intimate and supportive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Morganton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Open Mic April sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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