Write About Now Poetry Live in New Orleans ft. FreeQuency

We were recognized as the #1 open mic in the country by the National Spoken Word Awards. Don't miss us in New Orleans! wanpoetry.com/events

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 2 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 New Orleans area share original works of art.

Our signup lists go up at 6:30 pm. Most individuals start arriving before then to guarantee a spot on the list.

First come. First serve.

More on our featured poet FreeQuency:

The 2018 Women of the World Poetry Slam Champion, a 2017 TEDWomen speaker and ranked 3rd at the 2015 Individual World Poetry Slam, FreeQuency is a highly sought after performer, host, social justice teaching artist and workshop leader. Rooted in various global communities & having spent their life at the intersection of arts, education and activism, they and|or their work in Reproductive Justice, #BlackLivesMatter organizing & activism, LGBTQ+ advocacy and writing have been featured on The Independent, the New York Times, OkayAfrica, Upworthy, TEDx, For Harriet, Teen Vogue, Huffington Post, Everyday Feminism, & other outlets.

Doors Open 6:30 pm | Show Starts 7 pm Sharp

Full Bar Available!

Large Groups and Birthdays Are Welcomed! More info or Questions email wanpoetry@gmail.com.

Free parking at the venue and on the street.

No Refunds

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