Open Mic

Hosted By: Deaunte DampeR

happening Every Second SaturdaY

Inside's Open Mic Nights are more than just entertainment; they're a sanctuary for expression and healing. This is a space where the vibrant voices of our community come together, sharing their stories, their music, their humor, and their art. Every second Saturday of the month, we celebrate the power of creativity and vulnerability, recognizing their role in shaping our personal and collective journeys.

The power of expression has been well-documented as a potent tool for healing, especially within the Black, Indigenous, and POC community. Our open mic nights echo this sentiment, serving as a platform for individuals to channel their experiences into art, transforming pain into power, and adversity into resilience.

We hold space for artists to connect with their culture, express complex emotions, and contribute to the ongoing narrative of our experiences. But more than that, these nights resonate with the spirit of resistance and reclamation, embodying the essence of Black Joy. They are a testament to the resilience and vibrancy of our community, providing a safe space for rest, nourishment, and celebration.

Come connect & vibe

SHARE.

At Inside, we honor the tradition of storytelling, recognizing its role in preserving historical truths and cultural realities. We believe in the healing power of sharing these stories, in the bonds formed through shared laughter, shared tears, and shared applause.

HEAL.

So, we invite you to join us, to share a part of yourself, to listen, to learn, and to heal. Let's celebrate the beauty of our voices, the strength of our stories, and the power of our expression, together.

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Testimonials

  • Inside has created a safe space for people that look like me. There isn’t a lot of space that are like that, where were able to be heard, seen, and come together as a community

    - Elijah L Lewis

  • A space inside is freedom, you can be yourself. Im appreciative and humbled that there is a place where I can just be myself

    - Saleem

  • This is my safe space. Where I go to heal, where I go to celebrate, where I go to have community. I can share pieces of myself like I haven’t before.

    - Marcus Johnson

  • I heard of Inside, how it’s a safe space with all the good healing things. I tried it out for myself and never turned back. I believe that expression is most beautiful when it’s safest, Inside provides that safe blanket.

    - @Kaydeachante

  • A nightlong conversation about healing I didn’t know I needed. Thank you everyone for the dope energy and healing words and for creating space @aspaceinside.

    - @Tericiaga

  • Poetry & Sip Last Night at @aspaceinside was so nourishing to the soul.

    Feeling inspired.

    -Thien

FAQ

  • You can sign up on the day of the event at the venue. Slots are given on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  • Yes, everyone pays for entry. $5, or $7 at the door.

  • We provide a sound system, microphones (up to two), and a spotlight. Performers should bring any other equipment they need for their performance.

  • Absolutely! Even if you don't want to perform, you're welcome to come and enjoy the performances, support the artists, and soak up the atmosphere.

  • To ensure everyone gets a chance to perform, we ask that performances be kept to a maximum of 5 minutes. Note: this time starts when you hit the mic (intro included)

  • A mix of everything! From soulful singers and insightful poets to hilarious comedians and captivating storytellers, our Open Mic Nights celebrate all forms of expression.