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Open Mic Mondays @ Barzarre - Music, Comedy, Spoken Word + More
Live at Barzarre
1610 Castle St. Wilmington NC
Signups @ 7:00 PM Runs til late.
Free Entry

Barzarre hosts a weekly Open mic Mondays where almost anything goes. Music. Comedy. improv. Poetry, Hip Hop, Odd talents and more. Plus, Open Mouth- An open forum for guest chefs to debut experimental dishes.

Signups start from 7pm On, and runs til late.

Any & All Acts welcome.
Improvisational, raw, polished or unpolished,
acts of all genres blend together into a night of variety.

Stand on your head if you're good at it...(And even if you're not.)

Guest chefs may apply for a kitchen takeover, in a kind of open mic for chefs wanting to debut experimental dishes. contact us at thebarzarre@gmail.com for more info.

Touring Musical Acts also known to appear for featured sets.
Video screen/Projector HDMI hookups ready for multimedia.
(almost)Anything goes.

Starting at 7ish. Runs til late.

Mondays At the Barzarre

1610 Castle St. Wilmington NC
(910) 763-2223

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WHQR and SpeakYaPeace NC Present: Lyrics and Verse Featuring SolTree Reign, a night of live music and poetry celebrating poetry month happening Thursday, August 7th at 7 pm in the MC Erny Gallery at WHQR!
RSVP to this event by emailing rsvp@whqr.org!
Founded by Brooklyn-born, poet and artist Carrie Assat, SpeakYaPeace NC is a movement where poetry, music, and truth-telling build community and spark change.

At the center of that movement is SolTree Reign—a 6-piece band blending R&B, soul, and spoken word into a vibe that’s part movement, part meditation.

SolTree Reign features:

Mahlaynee Cooper - Vocals + Spoken Word
Royce Williams – Keys
TK Turbo – Bass
Mike Hanson – Master Conga playa / Original Last Poet
Junious Fulton – Drums
Robert Bellamy (ScaleHamHawk Da Poet) – Percussion + Spoken Word
Additionally there will be poetry from Mama Makeda

Join SolTree Reign and SpeakYaPeace NC in bringing an unforgettable night of live music, poetry, and power to the MC Erny Gallery.

This 90 minute program is a special treat by an eclectic and highly creative group of professionals from different backgrounds and practices. Participants include guest artists from Baltimore, Richmond, and Phoenix.
We will be auctioning off artwork that gets created during the performance. Your purchase of COIL artwork supports the SARUS Festival and its artists.

A monthly open mic variety show including area poets, musicians, artists, comedians, playwrights and more! Every 2nd Saturday at Bottega!

Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy!
Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.

Free, fun, and funny!
Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich

"Stardust and Water" is a biographical stage dream that brings two evenings of wildly innovative art to the community, while nourishing healthy community connection in the process. It is a multimedia feast, a synthesis of performance art disciplines including dance, theater, live music, song, spoken word, and 3D original film that surrounds the dancers.
Join a diverse cast of forty collaborating performers, including 10 touring artists from around the country and 30 adults and youth from the Port Angeles community. The cast includes folks of all ages, folks who are differently abled, folks who have never performed before, and folks who are professional actors and dancers all mixed together in a seamless intersection of life and art, authenticity, and professionalism.

Alana Shaw is the Founder and Director of Turning the Wheel, a national nonprofit that has touched the lives of over 125,000 people in thousands of diverse schools and organizations around the country. (www.turningthewheel.org)

An inspiring and empowering speaker, teacher, and artist, Alana has facilitated movement workshops and events, including performance and public art, in cities in the US and Canada for over 35 years. Her dynamic and energetic presentation style is consistently transforming for her audiences.

This project is partly funded by The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Helen Frankenthaler Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Pianist D. Scott Ferguson will perform an engaging program featuring original compositions, hymn arrangements, and selections by Bach, Debussy, and Chopin. “Gospel Rhapsody: An Afternoon with D. Scott Ferguson” will be presented on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the sanctuary at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, located at 205 East Moore Street, Southport, North Carolina. The concert is free and open to the public.

An active figure in the Carolina’s music scene, D. Scott Ferguson is a frequent collaborator with the Carolina Master Chorale, Southeastern Oratorio Society, Long Bay Symphony and Carolina Philharmonic. His diverse career spans Broadway productions, more than twenty national tours, and a ten-year tenure as a Musical Director for the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular. Ferguson currently serves on the music faculty at Coastal Carolina University.

Strings of the Heart : Sitar & Tabla Performance
Sun July 27 : 7pm

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1LpXNTr2BD/

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of Raga Rapture, an enchanting evening celebrating the timeless beauty of Indian classical music. This soul-stirring performance features a dynamic duet between the sitar and tabla, two of the most iconic instruments of the Indian musical tradition.
Let the shimmering melodies of the sitar transport you to a place of introspection and wonder, as the artist weaves intricate ragas—melodic frameworks that evoke emotion and mood. The performance is elevated by the rhythmic sounds of the tabla, whose vibrant beats and delicate nuances create a captivating dialogue with the sitar.

Event Description: Raga Rapture – A Journey Through Indian Classical Music

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of Raga Rapture, an enchanting evening celebrating the timeless beauty of Indian classical music. This soul-stirring performance features a dynamic duet between the sitar and tabla, two of the most iconic instruments of the Indian musical tradition.

🎵 The Experience:

Let the shimmering melodies of the sitar transport you to a place of introspection and wonder, as the artist weaves intricate ragas—melodic frameworks that evoke emotion and mood. The performance is elevated by the rhythmic sounds of the tabla, whose vibrant beats and delicate nuances create a captivating dialogue with the sitar.

🕉️ Cultural Journey:

“Raga Rapture” is more than a recital—it’s an invitation to experience the spiritual and meditative essence of Indian classical music. Each raga unfolds gradually, guiding listeners through various emotional landscapes, from serene to ecstatic, ancient to eternal.

✨ Highlights:

Live improvisation between sitar and tabla
Explanation of ragas and rhythmic cycles for newcomers
A tranquil, immersive atmosphere perfect for both connoisseurs and curious minds
Whether you’ve been a lifelong lover of Indian music or are discovering it for the first time, Raga Rapture promises a deeply moving and unforgettable evening.

Links

https://youtu.be/y0w_U6vMwPA?si=2gnNR54XgkDgaFpU

https://stringsoftheheartmusic.com/e-press-kit

"Come and be a part of a special night celebrating our local poets! It's an evening dedicated to connection, showcasing the profound love for the art of poetry and spoken word within our community. Our wonderful hostess, Carrie Assata, will curate a smooth and intimate vibe, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, Dj MisStory will be on the ones and twos, spinning tunes to create a fantastic atmosphere for the evening. Join us for a night filled with creativity, expression, and the beautiful resonance of local voices. Let's celebrate the richness of our community's poetic spirit together!"

Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy!
Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.

Free, fun, and funny!
Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich