Speak Your Truth Open Mic

A Different Open Mic Experience

Looking for an environment where you can boldly display your authenticity free of judgement? Do you want to be around like-minded individuals who embrace and encourage each other, building strong connections that becomes extended family? Well meet us at SPEAK YOUR TRUTH – an open mic experience that will rejuvenate your soul. Speak Your Truth is an empowering open mic that encourages individuals to boldly walk into their authenticity in order to reach their greatness. A mystical night of performances that include poetry, comedy, hip-hop and R&B. A night of family where everyone is encouraged and embraced by beautiful spirits and smiles.

Why Is Speaking Your Truth Important?

By being authentic you are able to align yourself with your values and beliefs, establish your identity, build courage, create boundaries, and find focus and direction. Additionally, you are better positioned to find your "tribe." A place where you can feel inspired around family.

Highlights of the Open Mic

Hosted by SouLah & Dreamer En Route / 3 Local Chicago artists featured at each show / Up to 12 registered open mic performers at each show / An environment rooted in positivity, creativity, family and encouragement / Candlelit lounge / A lengthy spirit list / luxe leather & suede seating / Network with Chicago’s most prominent spoken word, comedic and musical artists / Door prizes and raffles / Every show contains a special treat for birthday celebrants / Sounds by DJ Flash McFly

Diverse & Authentic Artistry

Performance are not limited to any particular genre. Performances can include poetry, spoken word, comedy, hip hop, R&B, bands and musical instruments. All cultures, backgrounds and genders are welcome. We only ask one thing... the work is authentic and a representation of your creativity.

Rule 1

This is an environment of love, acceptance and family. Everyone’s respective behavior must help create this environment. Negativity will not be tolerated.

Rule 2

This is an environment of authenticity. Everyone (performers and the audience) are encouraged to be their authentic selves.

Rule 3

All performances are allowed to be raw, but the underlying essence of the message must promote positivity.

Rule 4

All performances must be embraced with encouragement and support by the audience. Clapping and snapping is encouraged.

Rule 5

While individuals are performing, talking within the audience should be limited and should not be disruptive to the performance or to other’s enjoyment of the show.

Rule 6

If individuals come alone, people should make it their responsibility to network with these individuals to ensure they feel embraced and comfortable.

Rule 7

First time performers shall receive a powerful and heart-felt welcome from the audience to encourage them.

Rule 8

All performances should be limited to 4 minutes.

Rule 9

Order of performances is based on the sign-up sheet on a first come first served basis.

Rule 10

There will be a short networking reception preceding and following the show to encourage healing, authenticity and building relationships.

Speak Your Truth Open Mic