The Nuyorican Open Mic at the Loisaida Center hosted by Brian Acosta Arya

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

On other Wednesdays, sign up for The Nuyorican Open Mic at the Loisaida Center hosted by Brian Acosta Arya to perform in a professional studio setting. Signups only occur in person and are limited to 15 guaranteed spots for those who arrive prior to 7pm.

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Nuyorican Poet's Cafe

For over 50 years, this institution has served as a vital home for the Nuyorican movement, fostering groundbreaking works in poetry and theater. It has long been a central pillar of the Lower East Side's cultural and artistic identity.story_potoo