Friday Night Open Mic hosted by Casey Catherine Moore

Friday, September 25, 2026 · 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

A Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreA Busboys and Poetry Event hosted this week by Casey Catherine MooreCasey Catherine Moore (she/her) is a bisexual, bipolar poet, writer, educator, and activist. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in Comparative Literature with a focus on Latin poetry, invective, and women’s and gender studies. Her writing centers on gender and sexuality, educational equity, and dis/ability and mental health. Casey’s work appears in academic and creative publications, including The Comparatist, Sinister Wisdom, Oyster River Pages, Bourgeon, and Samfiftyfour. Featured performance credits include Busboys & Poets, The Nail Salon, Comedy Bonfyre, Mind Gravy Poetry, Poetry Out Loud, and the 2022 March for Medicare for All Rally. Casey also co-produces and co-hosts Homo Stanzas, a queer spoken word and comedy showcase and poetry slam, with Regie Cabico.* * *For two hours, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind and ear.$5 cover. Wristbands are available for purchase online at…

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