Poetry Open Mic
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Our Featured Poet in April is Rick “Wind” Herrera!
He is a Dominican and Puerto Rican award-winning actor, writer, poet, musician and storyteller from Brooklyn, New York. Now living in Arizona, Rick continues to write and perform content that blends humor, honesty, and vulnerability.
Currently, Rick is performing an incredible one man show called, Vamos a Reir un Poco (Let’s Laugh a Little) directed by Alexandra Cloud. Through humor and heartfelt storytelling, he reflects on growing up in Brooklyn and preparing for an unexpected new chapter - Fatherhood.
The next performance is on 4/18 at 4 p.m. at the Main Street Creative Arts Center, 933 East Main Street, in Mesa. Tickets are only $20.00 and are available on Eventbrite.
Find and follow Rick on Instagram @rhcomedy
**Purchase merch and learn more about him on his website - Rhcomedy.com**
Don't miss your chance to experience this amazing poet and storyteller!
This is a free event thanks to the generosity of Jarrod’s Poetry, Tea & Gallery. They only ask that attendees purchase any of their many delectables. As a host, I’m requiring it. Please show your appreciation to Jarrod’s and all they do for the community by supporting this small business with your dollars. See you Sunday, My Lovelies!😍❤️😘. We'll be meeting in the 2nd house across the parking lot.
See you Sunday, My Lovelies!😍❤️😘
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We are meeting at Jarrod's fab location! 109 W University (formerly Haus 109) in the Mesa Historic District.
FIRST TIMERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!! We love our newbies!
Test out your poetry, spoken word, flash fiction or monologue in front of a live audience! Every first and third Sunday of the month we host an open mic event at Jarrod's Coffee, Tea and Gallery. This is a place of kindness, compassion, and respect. You are safe to speak your truth.
Whether you perform or support us in the audience, we'd love to see you there!
If participating, please leave a comment and/or find Margot when you get there to get on the sign-up sheet.
Here is a general FAQ, but please feel free to add questions in the comments below or send the organizer a private message.
FAQ:
How many pieces can I read? What is the expected length?
There's no limit on length or quantity of works, but please keep your overall performance in the vicinity of 5 minutes so that everyone has time to participate. If there is leftover time at the end, you're welcome to return to the stage to share additional material.
My piece isn't exactly poetry or spoken word... is that okay?
Most short pieces are acceptable, but if you're worried it may not be appropriate for this venue please throw in a comment or send a private message to the organizer.
If I RSVP do I have to perform?
Nope! You're welcome to join us as an audience member as well. If performing, please leave a note in the comments and/or let the organizer know when you arrive so they can put you on the list of performers.
Can I perform published material?
The open mic is designed for sharing original material, whether published or unpublished. If you would like to perform something written by another author and you have their permission / it's a published work, that is also okay.
Does it cost $$ to participate?
No way! This is a totally free event. We only request that you buy a coffee or yummy snack while you're there to support Jarrod's.
I'd love to perform but my work still needs editing.
No worries! Only perform when you're ready. We also have workshop groups in poetry and prose that may help. Check out our "Events" to see what all we have coming up.
Can I follow Red Sands on social media?
Oh yeah! Find us on all these fun platforms:
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