Masquerade Poetry Slam

🎭 The Masquerade Slam Poetry Competition & Live Art Showcase

Join us on Friday, December 4, 2026, for an exclusive, intimate evening where poetry, live visual art, and community collision take center stage at The Emerald Vine Room.
Competing poets will perform entirely in disguise under masquerade masks—their true identities kept completely secret until the dramatic final reveal at the end of the night. Pure voice, raw lyricism, and presence speak for themselves. Beyond the center room, witness local painters bringing original canvases to life in real-time, with audience voting chips entirely deciding 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the final round.

🔑 The Golden Ticket Hunt: Keep an eye on your event bag ! A select number of Golden Tickets will be randomly hidden inside attendee gift bags. Golden Ticket winners unlock exclusive event night surprises, including secret prize upgrades, extra voting chips, and original live-painted art pieces!

🪙 How Voting Chips Work: While official judges determine which poets advance through the initial rounds, the final podium is 100% in your hands! Every ticket holder receives physical Voting Chips in their gift bag upon entry. When the top finalists take the stage for the final round, cast your voting chips into your favorite poets' designated voting urns. Audience chips are tallied at the end of the final round to directly determine 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place champions!

✨ What to Expect🎭 The Big Reveal: 10 masked poets competing in complete anonymity. No names, no backstories—just the art. 🎙️ Anonymous Slam Competition: Raw, voice-first poetry competing for cash prizes and bragging rights. 🎨 Live Visual Art: Featured painters creating original artwork live throughout the showcase.

🎫 Golden Ticket Mystery: Golden Tickets hidden in select gift bags for exclusive prize upgrades and perks.

🪙 Audience Final Round Decision: Cast physical voting chips in the final round to directly decide 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! 🍇 

Light Refreshments: Complimentary light bites included with every seat pass.

🛍️ Curated Gift Bags: Special event swag and gifts provided across all ticket tiers.

 🪑 Limited Capacity Notice (Strict 40-Seat Limit)To preserve a cozy, high-end speakeasy atmosphere where every single attendee is guaranteed prime seating, total event capacity is strictly capped at 40 total seats.
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🎟️ Ticket Tiers & Packages

🎟️ General Admission Tiers

GA Single Pass ($20 Pre-sale/ $25 Door) 🎟️: Includes 1 guaranteed seat, GA gift bag *(with a chance at a Golden Ticket!)*, light refreshments, and 1 standard voting chip.* 

"Duet" GA Couple — 2 Seats ($35 Pre-Sale / $45 Door) 🎭:Includes 2 guaranteed seats, 2 GA gift bags, light refreshments, and 3 total voting chips for your pair *(Includes 1 Bonus Voting Chip !).

👑 VIP Speakeasy Tiers

VIP Speakeasy Single ($35 Pre-Sale / $45 Door) ⭐: Includes 1 priority front-row/high-top seat, VIP gift bag (increased Golden Ticket odds!)*, masquerade mask, 1 champagne voucher, light refreshments, and double voting power (2 voting chips).

"Royal Couple" VIP — 2 Seats ($65 Pre-Sale / $75 Door) 👑: Includes 2 priority front-row/high-top seats, 2 VIP gift bags, 2 masquerade masks, 2 champagne vouchers, light refreshments, and double voting power for both guests (4 total voting chips).
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 🕒 Event Schedule & Details* 📅 **Date:** Friday, December 4, 2026* 📍 **Venue:** The Emerald Vine Room* 🚪 **Doors Open:** 7:00 PM* 🎭 **Showtime:** 7:30 PM Promptly – 10:00 PM*

💃 **Attire:** Masquerade/cocktail attire welcomed and encouraged! Masks will be available at the door while supplies last.