Whisper and Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, July 17, 2025 ~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)
*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.
Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV

You may also like the following events from Contemporary Art Center of Peoria:

• This Friday, 16th May, 11:00 am, Preston Jackson: Insights in Peoria
• This Friday, 16th May, 11:00 am, Frank Gallo: Celebrating the Female Form in Peoria
• This Friday, 16th May, 08:30 pm, Salsa At CAC in Peoria

Also check out other Arts events in Peoria, Literary Art events in Peoria.