Introducing the Lyricist Lounge!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
7pm - 10pm
201 Massachusetts Ave. NE, D.C.
Presented by Art of Noize
Hosted by Nerd the Poet + Special Guests
Introducing the new Art of Noize Open Mic-Lyricist Lounge! This is a monthly event held at The Consortium (201 Massachusetts Ave. NE, DC) with an emphasis on poetry, spoken word and lyricism. This is a dedicated space for poets, vocalists, and MCs to step into their craft fully - to write boldly, perform authentically, and connect with others who take the word seriously. The Lyricist Lounge is built for those who live in the verse!
Upcoming Exhibition…
“The Stories We Went Looking For”
Featuring Works by Greta Chapin-McGill
Curated by Felix Etienne-Edouard Pfeifle
Opening Reception
Saturday, March 14th, 3pm - 6pm
Free & Open to the Public
PRIVATE SHOWING SIP N’ SEE!!!
Art of Noize invites you to a rare and intimate encounter with creators. Experience the collaborative brilliance of artist Greta Chapin McGill, partnering with visionary Dr. Akila Marie, DNP forging healthcare, science, and fine art to create a healing and thought-provoking experience in a private setting designed to inspire and captivate.
The Stories We Went Looking For is about choosing to gently turn toward those silences. Not to expose them, but to honor them. The work maps memory, guidance, and inheritance. It asks a very human question: who guided us through what we did not yet understand?
The Setting: A private environment designed to inspire and captivate.
The Dress Code: Fashion that tells a story.
Event is free with RSVP
Sessions
Open Mic
TBA
Doors Open @ 6:30p, Starts @ 7:30p
821 Upshur St. NW, Rear, WDC
Join us once a month on Sundays from 7:30pm - 9:00pm for Sessions, an open mic event at Art of Noize, hosted by Nerd the Poet (@nerdthepoet), and live music by DJ Freequincy or band.
If you have yet to join us for our monthly in-house open mic, Sessions is a flow session for poets, instrumentalists, vocalists, MCs, and anyone willing to share their art. It’s a space where artists are free to create and not required to be as formal as they are in other venues. Sessions is a space where artists are encouraged to expand the boundaries of their expression, connect with other artists, and play, sing, rap, or dance as if no one is watching. Participants have the choice of performing alongside DJ Freequincy or a live band.
Advance tickets can be purchased below for guarantee admission or at the door.
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