Spoken Word 2 GoGo Round 1


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    May 7, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

WHAT IS SPOKEN WORD TO GO-GO?SWGG is an annual competition of spoken word artists who write original spoken word poetry to a chosen custom track created by The Experience Band & Show and perform it live in front of a panel of selected judges. Tracklist below.WHAT IS THE WINNING PRIZE? The SWGG Champion gains the (more…)

Anthony Oakes

Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Anthony Oakes


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    May 7, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Anthony D. Oakes!Hailing from North Carolina, Anthony D. Oakes is a District of Columbia resident who is taking comedy on the east coast by storm. His clean, yet edgy, southern, intellectual, witty humor will have you reeling with laughter. Performance cities include: Atlanta, New York, LA, (more…)

DaTruth

Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Da Truth


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    May 8, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Da TruthThe equation Situation – Lie +(facts×Reason)= Da Truth. A spoken word artist who is widely known on Baltimore’s poetry scene. This Baltimore native has graciously shifted around the east coast projecting pieces that pierce the minds of her listeners. With powerful wordplay, straight talk and (more…)

KianeInk

Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by Miss Kiane Ink


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    May 8, 2025
    8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Miss Kiane Ink Although she is a social worker by profession, she is a poet by passion. In 1997, Dinahsta launched KIANE INK. She wrote cards, poems and other writings for special events and as special gifts. In 2005, she expanded KIANE INK to include the (more…)

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Pre-Mother’s Day Comedy Show(case)


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    May 9, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Before the flowers, the brunch, and the heartfelt cards… let’s start the Mother’s Day celebration with some much-needed laughter!Join us on Friday, May 9, 2025, for a Comic Genius Comedy Show(case) guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and warm your heart. Because let’s be honest—moms deserve more than just one day of appreciation… and definitely (more…)

MalachiMalpracticeByrd 2025

Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Malachi Byrd


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Busboys and Poets Event hosted this week by MALACHI BYRDYou won’t get five minutes into a conversation with Malachi Byrd, without hearing about Washington, D.C. An author, teacher, songwriter, and arts advocate from the district, Malachi believes superpowers exist in creative writing. An African-American Studies graduate from Princeton University, MalPractice gets his name from (more…)

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9th Hour Poetry Slam hosted by Charity Blackwell


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Charity BlackwellA poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Typically, the host or another organizer selects the judges, who are instructed to give numerical scores (on a zero to 10 or one to (more…)

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ASL Open Mic Night hosted by Marcus J Smith


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    May 9, 2025
    9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS:On this night, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come together to recite a poem, song, short skit or jokes. Come out and enjoy the wonderful environment while you eat, get your drink on and socialize. Great for those learning American sign language.Hosted (more…)

Andy Shallal at Books in Bloom 2025

Andy Shallal at Books in Bloom 2025


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    May 10, 2025
    10:00 am - 11:00 am

Busboys and Poets Founder / CEO Andy Shallal to discuss his new book, A Seat at the Table: the Making of Busboys and Poets A Seat at the Table is the story of the founding of Busboys and Poets, a Washington, D.C.–based restaurant that has become a celebrated hub for political activism. Named in honor of (more…)

School Daze

Seven Black Minutes: School Daze (Graduation Edition)


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    May 10, 2025
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

DC has always been home to some of the most hilarious Black Comedians from all over the country. We still have them and they are super ready to share their hilarity with you. All are welcomed to this show. All we ask is that you respect the culture. We are going to have soooooooooo much (more…)

Ladies In The Day / Salute Ladies Of The Days.

Ladies In The Day / Salute Ladies Of The Days.


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    May 11, 2025
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Experience a captivating Soul and Jazz Musical production with Ladies in the Day! This fantastic stage performance will take you back to some of the greatest singers and entertainers, including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne and more. The talented cast of solid and mind-blowing vocalist will mesmerize you with their soulful and (more…)

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Moms Telling Jokes on Mother’s Day


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    May 11, 2025
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This Mother’s Day, treat the amazing moms in your life (or yourself!) to an unforgettable night filled with hilarious stand-up comedy from women who truly get it – because they’re moms too! This show is perfect for moms, daughters, sons/dads (treat mom!), partners, friends, and anyone who appreciates a good laugh about the wild ride (more…)