Nuyorican Poet's Cafe
Performance venueshort_description_potoo
(315)
$Closed now
Opens 6:00 PMAlphabet CityNuyorican Poets Cafe is a historic performance space dedicated to groundbreaking works of poetry, music, theater, and visual arts. long_description_potoo
What's happening
May 21
8:00 PM
The Online Open Mic, held online.
May 25
6:30 PM
Nuyorican Bowery Slam at Bowery Poetry Club.
May 26
7:00 PM
Open Mic at Barrio BX.
What's the vibe
The atmosphere is deeply rooted in the spoken word scene, offering an intimate and inclusive environment. It feels like a dedicated sanctuary for artists where every voice is given a platform.ambiance_potoo
What people are saying
Reviewers highlight the venue as a cornerstone of the NYC spoken word scene, specifically noting its top-ranked slam team and influential poetry events.reviews_potoo
4.0
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
315 reviews
Details
Alphabet City
236 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10009
Closed now
• Opens 6:00 PMAbout
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