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It’s time for another unforgettable stop in our Poetry Open Mic Experience TOUR with Voices In Power 7 this time we’re in St. Louis. This isn’t your average open mic— this is where poetry meets vibes, & the energy is unmatched.

Here’s the deal:

Doors open at 6:00 PM, & the show begins at 7:30 PM. Start your night with music, food, drinks, & networking, plus the chance to sign up for our open mic raffle. The vibes will be curated by DJ G33k, with incredible performances from our Featured Poet Sumbodies Mama, alongside visual artists & local vendors. Expect a night filled with love, community, & powerful poetry.

For Poets:

• We use an all-raffle sign-up process. Sign-ups open when doors open & close 7:20 PM when the Show starts. Poets must be present to sign up.

• Poets are selected randomly throughout the night to perform & are given 5 minutes for one poem.

• Signing a raffle ticket does not guarantee you’ll be selected to perform.

Please respect the process & time limits to ensure the best experience for everyone.

Feature Bio:

Louis Conphliction isn't an entertainer, he is Entertainment! Whether ravaging sixteen bars, serenading love interests or igniting our innermost passions with poetry, you are bound to request Louis Conphliction's presence inside of your hearts, minds and homes. A native of St. Louis, he is heavily influenced by the culture of his city. Noticing a need for upliftment, he decided to use his talents to create a self-love and self-awareness centered movement, utilizing mentorship, eclectic beats and empowering words.

Feature Bio:

Tracy ( T-Spirit) Stanton is a highly featured award winning International SpokenWord Artist, Trainer/Workshop Facilitator, Community organizer, and Peace Maker who uses the transformative power of spoken word poetry and storytelling as a tool for personal and societal transformation. She deeply understands the need for connection, collective liberation, and creative expression. Tracy speaks truth to power and healing to the heart as a form of resistance. She is also a founding member of Freedom Community Center which is a black led abolitionist organization that is building a movement of survivors who are intervening in interpersonal and systemic violence and the owner/founder of Some Things Must Be Heard : Spitting & Politicking which is a community building and spoken word platform that features radical, revolutionary artists, and community organizers that are dedicated to freedom dreaming and power building. T-Spirit has appeared in several national and local publications & platforms, and has a plethora of awards but her most notable honor is whatever the people feel when she leaves their presence. Her work is Spirit lead.

Details:

• City: St. Louis

• Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2o25

• Host: Jovan The Poet Bul

• Features: Louis Conphliction & T Spirit

• Location: City Winery St. Louis, 3730 Foundry Way, St. Louis, MO 63110

• Doors Open: 6:00 PM

• Show Time: 7:30 PM

• Seating: Everyone will be escorted to their seat by staff at City Winery once you arrive.

• Food & Drinks: Will be available for purchase from City Winery.

Parking:

Parking varies by venue. Please check the venue details or plan ahead for nearby parking options.

Vendors, Live Painters, Photographers, & Videographers:

If you’re interested in vending, painting, photographing, or creating recaps at our events, send an email to findus@voicesinpower.com.

Partnerships & Media Opportunities:

For sponsorships, partnerships, or media/publication opportunities, please reach out to us at findus@voicesinpower.com.

Consent & Recording Policy:

By purchasing a ticket & entering the venue, you acknowledge that this event will be filmed & photographed. Voices In Power reserves the right to use this content for promotional purposes across platforms.

A few things to keep in mind:

• Voices In Power is a poetry-only open mic. No music, comedy, or singing performances are allowed, unless otherwise mentioned.

• Tickets are non-refundable, but credits may be offered if requested 48 hours before the event.

If you have any questions, hit us up at findus@voicesinpower.com, & follow us for updates on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, & YouTube.