Poetry Open Mics
Frequently Asked Questions
Get ready to take the stage – all your questions answered!
How can I sign up to perform at your poetry open mic events?
To sign up for our poetry open mic event, go to the perform in navigation menu and select the event you wish to perform in.
Can I perform any type of poetry, or is there any specific theme?
No, there is no specific theme in our poetry open mics, that means, you can perform any type of poetry in our events. Sometimes we do have specific themes for our curated or open mic events but most of the time, it’s an open mic format where you can perform any poetry you want.
How long does it take you to give the edited performance video to the performers?
It typically takes 2-3 weeks to edit and send you the edited video. In case, you don’t receive your video even after 3 weeks, please WhatsApp us at 9899357033
Can I bring friends or family to watch me perform at the open mic event?
Yes, you can bring friends and family to watch you perform at the open mic event. We welcome all audiences to our events. You can book their audience-tickets here.
Do you offer any prizes or awards for the best performances?
We do not offer any prizes or awards for the performances in our Khula Manch Open Mic but we do offer a “Performer of the Day” Certificate to the best performance in Poetry Storytelling aur Chai (PSC) event. Khula Manch is inclusive and non-competitive whereas PSC is competitive.
Can I perform in a language other than Hindi or Urdu?
Yes, you can perform in a language other than Hindi or Urdu. We welcome poets from all backgrounds and identities.
How can I stay updated on upcoming open mic events and featured poets?
You can stay updated on upcoming open mic events and featured poets by following us on social media or checking our website regularly. We also send out a newsletter to our subscribers with event announcements and other news. Subscribe to our newsletters.
Will my performance be recorded and uploaded to your YouTube Channel?
We do not record every performances at our poetry open mic events. Video recording is an optional thing at The Social House and you need to opt-in the service by paying a nominal fee of Rs. 699. If your edited video is selected by the team, then only we upload it on our YouTube Channel. (Note: This amount is not for uploading your video on our channel)
Can I request that my performance not be recorded and uploaded to your channel?
If you prefer that your performance not be recorded or uploaded to our YouTube channel, you can simply not opt-in the service of video recording and editing.
Do you offer any feedback or critiques on my performance?
The host (Ravie Solanky) keeps a small session of 10-15 minutes at the end of the event in which a performer can ask questions related to his / her performance and the host shares a common constructive feedback to the performers.
Is there an admission fee for the open mic events?
Our poetry open mics have a small performance fee of Rs. 299 per performer per event to cover the venue and equipment costs.
Can I perform with musical accompaniment?
Yes, you can perform with musical accompaniment, but please let us know in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements.
Do you offer any resources or workshops for poets to improve their craft?
What are your charges to upload performance video on your YouTube Channel?
No, we do not charge any amount to upload video on our social media account. Video
is uploaded on YouTube at the Sole discretion of the Organiser.
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