Looking for Open Mics in the city?

Here are a few contacts we recommend:

IG: MakofMemphis owner of HypeLyfe, Mak Clayton is a veteran poet who has hosted many open mics in the city and has had one of the longest open mics ‘Thee Open Mic’ in the city. Mak is an experienced poet we highly recommend to follow to know more about upcoming poetry mics in the city.

IG: WeKeepingItP or website: www.KeepingItP.com is a mixture of younger poets and artists who hosts many open mics that are often held in Memphis City Parks and rooftops! Something very unique for you to experience!

IG: Art_Unplugged_Memphis ran by poet Justin Coleman is a showcase open mic that has been a part of many upcoming artists’ journey’s in Memphis, including Memphis’ own J. Howell! If you’re looking for a showcase style environment with an array of different artists, we recommend to contact!

IG:sir8383 IG:whatthaflodo Grant ‘Sir’ and Ranieka ‘Flo’ Butler are a Powerhouse poetry couple that own SiRenity Entertainment! They host an open mic at PizzaMe pizzeria called ‘Piece of Me Poetry’ and also present many individual showcases for artists to join! They like other platforms showcasing book off professionalism and talent to perform! So join the open mic and show your ‘A Game’ to be booked!

FB: Ninah Rose Maat hosts ‘Word to the Rose’. An open mic that dedicates highlighting many Memphis poetry, veteran greats and allows for many upcomers to be in the room and perform alongside them. If you’re looking to be ‘in the room’ we recommend to contact Ninah to learn more info!

FB: Art House Cafe’ a restaurant built for the foundation and production of Artists well-being and artist projects, as well as civil justices (Memphis Artists For Change) features an open mic often hosted by Founder and poetry veteran Tameka Greer. This open mic is a soul opener for the community, and a stomping ground for many poetry greats and fellowship. If you are looking to speak your truth, eat great food, and make a community impact—we recommend going!

There are a few platforms, but we are hoping to see more!

Here is a way to contact a few we know!

IG: urbanthoughts06 poet Timothy ‘Urban Thoughts’ Moore is a veteran poet who has assisted with many community projects and competitions for teen poets with Memphis City Schools. If you are looking to place your child in true poetry development—we, highly recommend!

Sherry Barrett is a connect with Memphis Libraries who has hosted After Hour open mics for teens to speak!

Email: sherry.barrett@memphistn.gov

IG: writeoussoul poet Writeous Soul has assisted with a project for Seniors hosting a poetry open mic and several events for teens to attend with their schools. Writeous also works often with the Civil Right Museum and hosts an adult open mic often at the Rumba Room.

www.memphisriverparks.org hosts the Tom Lee Poetry & Spoken Word contest for high schoolers 9-12 yearly for a grand prize! Submissions are typically taken in early Spring to compete in late Spring/Early Summer.

901Homegrown.com pushes for the recognition of Memphis Youth Poet Laureates and dedicates a space to assists youth along their laureate journey as well as assist with youth to adult poetry development. Hosted by Jasmine Settles and co-founders, Memphis Poet Laureate Bria Saulsberry and Akina Morrow— this trio has developed a one of a kind administration of poetry showcasing and talent development for teens and adults alike.

Looking for something different?

We have more recommendations!

IG: bookofkaron Poet Karon Samuels has access to other options for teens and adults who are looking to be connected to projects within the playwright community. Karon is a stellar poet who has amazing contacts to get you started on this journey if interested.

IG: queenugenius Poet Queen Ugenius hosts unique styles of poetry events and showcases showing poetry on different levels of execution and demeanor. We recommend to connect with Queen to learn more about the many, various amazing shows she performs in and offers!

IG: dreamfestmemphis founded by poet and photographer Catherine Evans(CLE Events) is a yearly weekend event platform that highlights many artists in the community on the grand Levitt Shell stage in Overton Park. ‘Cat’ herself is an artist development connoisseur and has managed many artists within her network. We recommend to reach Cat with your curiosity of performing and artist development needs within a network to connect with many other upcoming fellow artists.

Add me to your contacts!

Feel free to reach me at 828-770-7222 by phone or text for your 1:1 consultation about art and life, your artist development, access to resources, and more.

Email: nataliesunfrost@spokenmemphis.com

These are my own recommendations based on my personal experiences and practices. I am a faith-based Poet who may often mention God in session when regarding personal development. We will also speak on self improvement and development outside of art. Resources for housing, rehabilitation, or more if requested to access or assistance will be provided if needed. PLEASE NOTE: This is a JUDGE FREE SPACE! I have been in your place and here to help give you access to resources that can assist you as a person, so you develop WHOLLY as an artist.