Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, August 21, 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
Featured Poet: Rae Lay Down The Truth
Rae Lay Down The Truth cultivates perspective and healing though poetry. She is a published author of “Red Roses: Poetry Book ONE”, a collection of poems she wrote in victory and despair throughout her life, dedicated to the growth, evolution and enlightenment that ensued.
She started writing poetry at age 13, after both parents were sent to prison and she into foster care. Surviving rape, abandonment, heroin abuse and the government systems, she found self, love, compassion, forgiveness. She found the strength to thrive in the face of adversity.
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