Prepare to go on a roller coaster ride of emotions and have your mind blown!

Pens and Swords is an open mic experience. Artists will share their truth and raise their voice in the name of savage advocacy and activism!

For two hours, audiences can expect to be amazed by a diverse array of poets, musicians, and monthly-featured artists.

Hosted by C. Alexandria-Bernard Thomas at Dupont Underground.

Stay tuned for the performing artist!

This space is accessible ONLY through stairs (no elevators) and the closest bathrooms are in upstairs businesses.

Rules for the Open Mic: Respect the space, the people, and their experiences. 

We don’t accept racism, misogyny, sexism, no disrespect to anyone’s sexuality or gender identity or any hateful language against anyone.