Write About Now is the preferred destination of poetry for thousands of individuals each year. Our poetry events have become a bucket list visit for poetry lovers who drive and fly from across the country to attend our shows every single week.
Our shows, poets and poetry videos have received popular acclaim garnering attention and shares from celebrities like Sophie Turner, Lily Allen, Lenny Kravitz, LeAnn Rimes, Chance The Rapper, Juan Gotti, Misty Copeland, Thomas J. Hilfiger, Busta Rhymez, Marc Jacobs and more.
Write About Now Poetry has been covered by, featured by or collaborated with some of the largest media networks in the world, including Vibe Magazine, AfroPunk, Huffington Post, Upworthy, Diet Prada, MasterClass, POPSUGAR, Everyday Feminism, We are mitu, Word Porn, BuzzFeed, Remezcla, HiHo, George Takei, A plus, Blavity, For Harriet, Houston Chronicle, Texas Monthly, Whataburger and more.
This coverage and support has helped Write About Now become one of the most popular poetry groups in the world building a following of more than 1 million individuals across the @wanpoetry Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, which has helped poets reach tens of millions of viewers online.
Our open mics are open to ALL.
Come see some of the best poets, singers and more from all across the greater Austin area share original works of art.
Our signup lists go up at 7:00 pm. Most individuals start arriving before then to guarantee a spot on the list.
First come. First serve.
If you see a line out the door. Don't worry the line moves fast. It's a short wait.
Our featured poet is Lacey Roop:
Lacey Roop is a genderqueer poet and performer. They perform their work nationwide at bookstores, campuses and festivals, including Austin and Los Angeles Pride. They are a former Women of the World Poetry Slam finalist, and have been featured on PBS’s Roadtrip Nation, reaching over 60 million households worldwide. They are the author of And Then Came the Flood, and their newest book, We All Make it Out in the End. A Mississippi native, they currently reside in Austin with their spouse Katie and two incredibly large dogs (Artemis and Cassiopeia).
@XO Austin in Central Texas is Austin’s Newest Upscale Event Venue
Doors Open 6 pm | Show Starts 7 pm Sharp | After-Party Following the Show
Dinner Menu and Full Bar available
Large Groups and Birthdays Welcomed
More info or Questions email wanpoetry@gmail.com
*Free parking all around the venue
No Refunds
For more upcoming events go to wanpoetry.com/events
