For two hours, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind and ear.

$5 cover. Wristbands are available for purchase online at midnight and in the restaurant starting at 10:00 AM. No refunds. Ticket purchase limit of 4 per person. Guests must have their wristbands (tickets) on upon entering the event.

Seating is available on a first come, first seated basis. No saved or reserved seats are allowed. Failure to check in within 30 minutes of advertised start time may result in forfeiture of seats. Sorry, no refunds.

Lauren May is a writer, artist, host, teacher, student and french fry enthusiast from D.C and PG Country, Maryland. She’s a 2-time member of Split This Rock’s award-winning DC Youth Slam Team, and currently a Split This Rock Teaching Artist. She traveled to South Africa as part of a Sister Cities International Arts Program to perform and teach poetry, and learn about the role young people and artists play in movements for social justice. Her poetry speaks to personal struggles and triumph, mental health, social problems, and the celebration of life (and french fries). She’s featured as a guest speaker at The White House United State of Women Summit (2017), MCASA’s 10th Annual Women of Color Network Conference, the National Conference on Health and Domestic Violence and at the DC National Guards event for Suicide prevention and awareness. She has performed at Arena Stage, The Kennedy Center, and at the famous Nuyorican Poets Cafe in New York City. She has also featured at Busboys and Poets, University of Miami as well as multiple colleges in the DMV area, including George Washington University. She's shared stages with artists like Questlove, Common and Maxwell as well as published two books of poetry.