Write About Now

01/13/2026

The poetry slam returns this Tuesday!

We have the best poets from the greater Houston area competing for $600 in cash prizes and bragging rights.

This lineup is another level!

Bae Thoven
Qween Meek
KayB
Jamie Danielle
Fanta Ballo
Tella
Jade Boudreaux
Cari Jané
Toch
Josiah Carr
LJ Hamilton
Chief Ikenna
Ken Jones
Coach Brandon
+ more!

For tickets and more info >> http://wanpoetry.com

You don’t want to miss the amazing talent and energy that will be showcasing on the mic!

Our poetry slams give poets an opportunity to test the fortitude of their work against the best poets in the nation. Through the process of trying to attain the highest scores, slams incentivize poets to edit and enhance their writing and to put more emphasis on the presentation of their work to better resonate with audiences and grow as artists.

A poetry slam is a competitive poetry showdown where poets’ original works get judged by 5 random members of the audience.

Our slams are open sign ups and the only consistent event in Houston where poets can win cash prizes as well as points that go toward their overall ranking in our poetry slam league. Every time poets compete in our slams they receive:

- 2 pts for slamming
- 4 pts for third place
- 6 pts for second place
- 8 pts for winning

The top point accumulating poets throughout the slam season will have the opportunity to qualify and compete for bigger cash prizes and the title of Write About Now Individual Poetry Slam Champion.

It’s not too late to get on or climb up the board. Check out our current rankings here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1r-CEy7x3c9lHWA2EbFG5KAYm0Zq_GU1TkTQTG11mVBQ/edit?usp=sharing

And the food is just as good as the poetry. Rudyard’s has been ranked a top 100 restaurant by The Houston Chronicle.

Thanks for making room for poetry in your life.

Even if you can’t make it out, we appreciate the word of mouth.

Get your tickets here! wanpoetry.com

01/12/2026

We’re less than 2 weeks away from live in New Orleans!

We’re ready for a night-filled with poetry at the historic Cafe Istanbul ❤

This is your limited ticket warning!

We’ve got an amazing feature lined up for you, national poetry slam and individual world poetry slam champion Akeem Olaj.

We’re reaching out now so you can mark your calendars for Saturday 1-24. We have John Lacarbiere hosting and Pro$per Jone$ on the 1s and 2s.

You can sign up at the door starting at 6:30 pm at the venue.

Make sure to get your tickets now before the show’s sold out!

Plenty of free parking around the venue!

Thanks for making room for poetry in your life.

Even if you can’t make it out, we always appreciate the word of mouth.

For tickets and more info: wanpoetry.com

See you soon!

01/09/2026

Honor her memory by standing up for your neighbor and writing more poems, especially the political ones ❤️‍🩹

01/08/2026

01/07/2026

Don’t miss our first poetry open mic of 2026 and bring in the New Year with your favorite poets!

We were recognized as the ‘Best Open Mic’ in the country and we’re bringing you another great evening of poetry!

Mark your calendars for tonight Wednesday, January 7th at 7:30 PM and make your way out to the show!

Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now and secure your spot!

You can visit wanpoetry.com for more information and to purchase your tickets.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just want experience some contemporary spoken word, this is an evening you won’t want to miss! We’ve got Chicago-Legend Blaq Ice as our featured performer, Sherrika Mitchell hosting and DJ Bloom on the 1s and 2s!

Get ready to be moved, captivated, and inspired by the incredible performances that await you at Write About Now Poetry Night.

Spread the word, invite your friends, and let’s make this a night to remember!

See you there!

Get your tickets here: wanpoetry.com

01/07/2026

Join WAN Poetic Jam Session Live!!!

01/06/2026

Don’t miss the first Poetic Jam Sessions and Open Mic Night of the year!

Poetic Jam Sessions is an innovative live entertainment series that infuses the traditional open mic with a dynamic live band.

We’ve got RC Love as the emcee, DJ ForteCloud on the controller and The Get Down Band including Armov on the guitar, AJ on bass, AJ on the drums and more!

This unique blend of spoken word, music and improvisation creates a captivating and emotionally charged experience that showcases the beauty of words and melodies, making it a must-see event for lovers of the arts. It also guarantees you’ll never see the same performance twice.

We want to welcome all poets, singers, emcees and instrumentalists to the stage. A sign up list will be available at 7:30 pm when doors open. When your name is called just let the band know the vibe and watch the best artists in Houston create in real-time.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of Houston’s thriving poetry scene! Grab your friends, mark your calendars, and head over to Rudyard’s on January 6th at 7:30 PM.

For more details and to secure your spot, visit our website at wanpoetry.com.

We hope you’re ready to listen, move and groove!

And don’t forget the food is just as good as the poetry. Rudyard’s has been ranked a top 100 restaurant by The Houston Chronicle.

Thanks for making room for poetry in your life.

Even if you can’t make it out, we appreciate the word of mouth.

Get your tickets here! wanpoetry.com

01/03/2026

We’ve got 10 events coming to a stage or screen near you this month in Houston and New Orleans!

We’ve got poetry open mics, poetry slam night, our jam session w/ a live band, love + heart break poetry night, our r&b and poetry open mic, and more! You can learn more about any of our events at wanpoetry.com.

We’ve got awesome featured performers Blaq Ice, Ki Divine, Roro B Sanging, Joe P., Akeem Olaj, JustDricka, Damon Saunders, UC Jae, The Get Down Band and class with Adrian Gaston Garcia.

We’ve got amazing emcees Kanei, Sherrika Mitchell, Xach Blunt, Anno, John LaCarbiere, Richelle Gemini, L.J. Hamilton, Chibbi and R.C. Love.

We’ve got DJs Bloom, GetItReddy, and Pro$per in the mix!

Make sure to leave room for food!

Even if you can’t make it out, we appreciate the word of mouth!

Don’t miss some of the best poetry in the nation’s most iconic venues.

For tickets and more info visit >> http://wanpoetry.com

12/31/2025

Don't miss our last poetry open mic of 2025 and bring in the New Year with your favorite poets!

We were recognized as the 'Best Open Mic' in the country and we're bringing you another great evening of poetry!

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 31st at 7:30 PM and make your way out to the show!

Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now and secure your spot!

Make sure to dress for success. It's blanket and bae season. We'll be in the patio with the heaters going!

You can visit wanpoetry.com for more information and to purchase your tickets.

Whether you're a seasoned poet or just want experience some contemporary spoken word, this is an evening you won't want to miss! We've got Houston-favorite Anno as our featured performer, Kanei hosting and DJ GetItReddy on the 1s and 2s!

After the show, DJs will take over the venue outside, inside and upstairs and spin us into 2026!

Get ready to be moved, captivated, and inspired by the incredible performances that await you at Write About Now Poetry Night.

Spread the word, invite your friends, and let's make this a night to remember!

See you there!

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975138326905?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/30/2025

Calling all poets, rappers and emcees!

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event tonight — recognized as the Best Open Mic in the country where hip hop meets poetry!

We’ve got Free. K hosting with DJ GetItReddy in the mix!

Join us at Rudyard’s on Tuesday, December 30th at 7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening of spoken word.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet or simply appreciate the power of words, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of poetry.

But that’s not all, Rudyard’s has been voted a top 100 restaurant by The Houston Chronicle.

Even if you can’t make it out, we appreciate the word of mouth.

Here’s the link to share with your friends to purchase their tickets online: wanpoetry.com

12/30/2025

Don't miss the last 2 events of 2026! Celebrate New Year's Eve and New Year's Eve Eve with your favorite poets! Read more below....

THIS TUESDAY | POETRY & HIP HOP OPEN MIC NIGHT FT. RICHELLE GEMINI HOSTED BY FREE. K | RUDYARD'S HOUSTON

Calling all poets, rappers and emcees!

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event, recognized as the Best Open Mic in the country where hip hop meets poetry!

We’ve got Free. K hosting with DJ GetItReddy in the mix!

Join us at Rudyard’s on Tuesday, December 30th at 7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening of spoken word.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet or simply appreciate the power of words, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of poetry.

But that’s not all, Rudyard’s has been voted a top 100 restaurant by The Houston Chronicle.

Even if you can’t make it out, we appreciate the word of mouth.

Here’s the link to share with your friends to purchase their tickets online: wanpoetry.com

THIS WEDNESDAY | POETRY OPEN MIC NIGHT FT. ANNO HOSTED BY KANEI | AVANTGARDEN HOUSTON

Don't miss our last poetry open mic night of 2025! Our open mic poetry nights are open to all individuals. This week we're featuring Houston-favorite Anno. Be there in person as local poets from all across the greater Houston area share original works of poetry. Our signup lists go up at 7:30 pm. Most individuals start arriving before then to guarantee a spot on the list.

Reserve your seats while you still can!

We've got Kanei hosting and DJ GetItReddy in the mix.

Plenty of free parking around the venue too!

Here’s the link to share with your friends to purchase their tickets online: wanpoetry.com

12/24/2025

Are you ready to take a break from your family already or maybe y'all are looking for something to do together....

Go ahead and wear your ugly Christmas sweaters too ❤

We were recognized as the 'Best Open Mic' in the country and we're bringing you another great evening of poetry!

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 24th at 7:30 PM and make your way out to the show!

Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now and secure your spot!

You can visit wanpoetry.com for more information and to purchase your tickets.

Whether you're a seasoned poet or just want experience some contemporary spoken word, this is an evening you won't want to miss! We've got New Orleans poetry legend Chuck Perkins as our featured performer, RichelleGemini hosting and DJ Stramango on the 1s and 2s and saxophone!

But that's not all... we've added a special spotlight performance from Red Lion.

Get ready to be moved, captivated, and inspired by the incredible performances that await you at Write About Now Poetry Night.

Spread the word, invite your friends, and let's make this a night to remember!

See you there!

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1974904581767?aff=oddtdtcreator