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CitiMic

Join us for this open mic event in celebration of National Poetry Month!

April 5, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Posted:
2024-04-05T17:30:21 - 2024-04-05T20:00:00

Hosted by Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola, featuring special guest Chen Chen, and in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, CitiMic is an opportunity to spend an evening celebrating poetry written and performed by your friends, family, neighbors, and community members. Join us to share your own poetry or as an audience member, enjoying the talent that Boston's poets have to offer.

Doors and sign-up for the open mic are at 5:30 p.m. Programming begins at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

RSVP for the event

Graphic with text: "CitiMic: Open Mic in Celebration of National Poetry Month - Friday, April 5, 2024 - Doors & Sign-up: 5:30, Open Mic: 6:00. Host: Porsha Olayiwola, Feature: Chen Chen. Civic Pavilion 5 Congress St Boston MA. Register: boston.gov/calendar/citimic"

WBUR and WERS are media partners for the Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture's 2024 event season. 

logos for WBUR and WERS

 

April 5, 2024
  • 5:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress Street
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Posted:
2024-04-05T17:30:21 - 2024-04-05T20:00:00
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Open Your Heart: Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond

Join ZUMIX and Hoopla Productions at the Civic Pavilion on City Hall Plaza for a film screening and musical performance.

March 16, 2024
2024-03-16T16:00:15 - 2024-03-16T17:30:00

In "Open Your Heart: Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond," you will trace the journey of ZUMIX youth from interviewing immigrant activists in East Boston to performing their stories at City Hall Plaza. 

Graphic with text "Open Your Heart Immigrant Stories from Boston and Beyond - Film screening & live music. Open Your Heart traces the journey of ZUMIX youth from interviewing immigrant activists in East Boston to performing their stories at City Hall Plaza. Saturday March 16, 2024, 4-5:30pm Boston's Civic Pavilion @ 5 Congress St"

March 16, 2024
2024-03-16T16:00:15 - 2024-03-16T17:30:00
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WVBS Radio Presents: Live and On The Air!

A throwback to 1950's live radio plays with live music and  sound effects, featuring VBS senior center members live on stage!

March 28, 2024
2024-03-28T18:30:24 - 2024-03-28T20:00:00

Free with RSVP at vbsseniorcenter@boston.gov or 617-635-6120

March 28, 2024
2024-03-28T18:30:24 - 2024-03-28T20:00:00
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WVBS Radio Presents: Live and On The Air!

A throwback to 1950's live radio plays with live music and sound effects, featuring VBS senior center members live on stage!

March 27, 2024
2024-03-27T13:00:24 - 2024-03-27T14:30:00

Free with RSVP at vbsseniorcenter@boston.gov or 617-635-6120

March 27, 2024
2024-03-27T13:00:24 - 2024-03-27T14:30:00
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KMRU Concert

Non-Event, the Mayor’s Office of Arts + Culture, and the Goethe-Institut Boston are pleased to present a performance of live electronic music by the Kenyan-born, Berlin-based artist Joseph Kamaru (KMRU) inside Boston’s cavernous City Hall.

March 19, 2024
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Music
  • Posted:
2024-03-19T19:30:21 - 2024-03-19T21:00:00

KMRU Flyer

About the artist

KMRU, is Nairobi-born, Berlin-based sound artist Joseph Kamaru. For him, sound is a sensorial medium through which social, material and conceptual interpretations are manifested in his works. KMRU carries with him a repository of listening experiences from Nairobi and beyond expanding his sonic practices, bringing an awareness of surroundings through creative compositions, installations and performances.

He has earned international acclaim from his performances at the Barbican, Berlin Atonal, Présences électronique, and releases on Editions Mego, Subtext, Seil Records. KMRU has carved out a serious and definitive space on the list of essential authors in ambient experimental music – one of the most prolific and innovative artists in his field.

March 19, 2024
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts & Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Music
  • Posted:
2024-03-19T19:30:21 - 2024-03-19T21:00:00
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Women's Artistry Reception: Celebrating Her Story

Join us in celebrating the artwork in City Hall's galleries at the Women’s Artistry Reception: Celebrating Her Story!

March 7, 2024
2024-03-07T18:00:36 - 2024-03-07T19:30:00

Join us on Thursday, March 7 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. for the Women’s Artistry Reception: Celebrating Her Story. We will be celebrating women artists whose work will be displayed all over City Hall.

Women's Artistry Reception Poster

 

Don’t miss this chance to be in community, enjoy music from DJ Juelz, and experience some of the wonderful artwork that enlivens our building.



This program is a collaboration between the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture and the Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement.

March 7, 2024
2024-03-07T18:00:36 - 2024-03-07T19:30:00
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Bring it to the Hall

Join the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement for a Youth Tour followed by a panel and demonstration.

February 23, 2024
2024-02-23T10:00:00 - 2024-02-23T14:00:00

Registration is limited, and lunch will be served, as we explore the history of the House-Ball Culture, an underground LGBTQ+ subculture created by Black and Brown individuals in opposition to racism within established drag queen pageant circuits, with a voguing performance by the Legendary House Mother London Saint Morta and their house members, who were also finalists on HBO Max’s LEGENDARY.

Register for the event

Tentative Schedule:

10 a.m. - Youth Tour of City Hall 

11 a.m. - Panel with city employees 

12 p.m. - Lunch 

1 p.m. - Ballroom Panel 

1:30 p.m. - Performance By London Saint Morta and the House of Saint Morta

Please be aware that registration is limited, and completion of this form does not guarantee attendance. Following submission, you will receive an email confirming your attendance or informing you of your placement on our waitlist.


Bring it to the Hall Flyer Final

 

REGISTER HERE

February 23, 2024
2024-02-23T10:00:00 - 2024-02-23T14:00:00
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Bring It to the Hall Featuring London (Escada) Saint Morta of HBO Max’s Original Series, LEGENDARY

February 23, 2024
2024-02-23T12:00:00 - 2024-02-23T14:00:00

Join the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement for a Youth Tour followed by a panel and demonstration; registration is limited, and lunch will be served, as we explore the history of the House-Ball Culture, an underground LGBTQ+ subculture created by Black and Brown individuals in opposition to racism within established drag queen pageant circuits, with a voguing performance by the Legendary House Mother London Saint Morta and their house members, who were also finalists on HBO Max’s LEGENDARY.

Space is limited. 

Register Here

February 23, 2024
2024-02-23T12:00:00 - 2024-02-23T14:00:00
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Fire and Flow

February 1 - February 2, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square - The Pavilion
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Jamarhl Crawford
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Music
    Preservation Month
  • Posted:
2024-02-01T18:00:00 - 2024-02-02T20:00:00

Join us for an inspiring evening of spoken word and rhythmic beats, featuring an incredible lineup of poets and a soulful performance by Chief Dion Irish, AKA DJ Underground.

🔥 Featured Invited Guest Poets 🔥

  • Amanda Shea
  • Art Collins
  • Michael Bonds
  • Vernon (VCR) Robinson

🎧 DJ Underground: Chief Dion Irish 🎧

As we honor Black History Month, immerse yourself in the powerful narratives and expressions that have shaped our community. This event promises to be a dynamic celebration of resilience, talent, and unity.

We invite you to participate in this cultural celebration by sharing your own voice during the open mic segment. Embrace the spirit of Black History Month with us at "Fire and Flow."

For more details or to sign up for the open mic, please contact Jamarhl Crawford. 

February 1 - February 2, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square - The Pavilion
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Jamarhl Crawford
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Music
    Preservation Month
  • Posted:
2024-02-01T18:00:00 - 2024-02-02T20:00:00
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Selections from Songs of Free Men: Honoring Baldwin's Centennial

February 9, 2024
2024-02-09T18:30:00 - 2024-02-09T21:30:00

An evening dedicated to commemorating Black History Month, featuring the music of Negro Spirituals and narratives honoring James Baldwin.

Free Food will be provided



 

February 9, 2024
2024-02-09T18:30:00 - 2024-02-09T21:30:00
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