Rooftop Rhythms

Poetry / Spoken Word / Original Music

The next installment is Friday, Apr 19

The Marketplace

Past Event

The Middle East’s longest-running poetry open mic night

Experience culturally-diverse voices with both leading and up-and-coming musicians and poets presenting their own original material.

“Abu Dhabi is home to a rapidly expanding group of poets who strive to find common ground as they cast aside geographical differences and language barriers… who believe in sharing poetry for love, healing, enlightenment and education…” – Khaleej Times

The Season 7 Lineup and Dates:

Grand Slam Finale Competition / Season Closing – Friday, Apr 19

Rooftop Rhythms and The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi are committed to providing a platform for locally based artists to share their original creative work in front of a supportive community. In an effort to foster local talent, we ask that all musicians play or sing original material. This event is hosted by founder Dorian Paul Rogers and features the smooth sounds of DJ A.L.L.A.D

“A great night of poetry filled with passion…” – BBC

Presented with official support from US Embassy Abu Dhabi and The Arts Center.

Event information:

The poetry open mic list is on a first-come, first-served basis on the Rooftop Rhythms Group Page on Facebook.