This Meetup is for anyone who loves poetry and/or performers looking for an atmosphere to peform their work or to hear great poetry.  We conduct events each month for lovers of this art to include : The @ttic - a once a month showcase poetry event, Graffiti DC - a once a month slam event for 18+ crowd, and Busboys & Poets - an open mic hosted by Beny Blaq once a month.

Welcome to the premier Singers & Songwriters Circle based in Washington, D.C.! Connect with fellow singers, songwriters, performers, composers, lyricists, instrumentalists, and other creative musicians. You will inspire, and be inspired by, the sheer presence of such original and supportive artists. During a monthly get-together, you will have the opportunity to play examples of your work; we will then explore and discuss relevant issues and ideas of creativity, performance, collaboration, m …

We meet for 2-3 hours on Thursday nights. It's designed so that members can  attend sporadiacally. We have a core group of about 10 members who attend whenever they're in town and an extended group of members who pop in when inspiration strikes. On any given night, you can expect anywhere from 4-9 writers to show up. If you would like feedback on something you've written, come prepared with at least one hard copy of it. Your story should be in completed first draft form, meaning it needs to adhe …

The purpose of this meet up group is to support Spoken Word/Poetry in Washington, DC. Come out and listen or come share your work! There are several venues in the "U" Street area that host "Open Mic" each week. We will Honor Gil Scott Heron, by hosting this Annual Poetry Festival. Please join us at Busboy's and Poets on Tuesday's and Wednesday's at 9PM. Our Annual event was held on August 27, 2009 at the Carter Barron. Our feature artist was Gil Scott-Heron. It was broadcast by WPFW - 89.3 FM, i …

Welcome to my fellow Artists and creators who seek to harness their inner creative spirit and move forward as a fully alive human, making a difference in the world by offering your true gifts, as we live in the new spiritual era. Join me as we explore the astoundingly magical book by author Julia Cameron "The Artist's Way" and recover your hidden creativity, or simply enhance what you already have in motion. YOU NEEDN'T BE A CURRENT WORKING ARTIST, but have the desire to be creative and transfor …

Yes, everybody can play something... but do you know why? Can you take the melody / harmony apart? And put it back together again? I want to know more about rock, blues and metal music theory (scales, triads, the geometry of the fretboard, improvisation, etc.) and I'm willing to put the time in. Looking for a few good men and women who want to learn something or contribute something to their fellow musicians. Everyone walks away with something new. Everyone walks away happy... maybe eve …

The Carriage House Studio is a photography studio and gallery in Washington, DC, offering studio rental, and photography workshops and exhibits. The studio consists of 1,200 square feet of floor space (60' by 20') at street level, with extensive private alleyways for outdoor work. The studio is located in an historic landmark 1860's carriage house in the Logan Circle Arts District, a few blocks from the Convention Center, White House and Union Station. Although primarily used as a photography st …

The DC Filmmakers group is a community of people passionate about the moving image (film, video, television, web broadcast/streaming, ... ). We look at digital production and film production as two side of the same coin. The group is a resource to network, make films, learn, teach, screen films, discuss business aspects of the industry, and to make friends. Our members include Producers, Directors, Cinematographers, Writers, Editors, Actors, Audio Engineers, Lighting Gaffers, Grips, Audio Design …

This group is for people who want to make a living out of doing what they love. It doesn't matter if you are a painter, singer, actor, writer, dancer, crafty type, or just want to bring more creative energy into your career--we welcome you! Our group meets on a monthly basis to provide a network of support while we pursue our dream jobs. In addition, there are special paid workshops and seminars geared toward the creative professional. Conceived as a result of Laura Zam's workshop, "How to Leave …

Jazz in the City is a group for local jazz aficionados, which introduces you to the finest musicians performing at some of the most elegant venues this city has to offer. The group’s organizers, In Touch Entertainment, manage, book and produce both established and up-and-coming recording artists, so we have our finger on the pulse of the jazz scene! We started this group because we want to share our passion for jazz with other fans. However, the group is not exclusively for jazz connoisseurs. …

Description are for sheep. This group defies all description...um, except for the whole emphasis on punk rock and fans of punk rock. But hey, emo and indie types can come hang out too. As long as they promise not to blog about us behind our backs...or get all weepy eyed.

Organized to foster a greater networking of individuals engaged in capturing and portraying the human figure in diverse ways. Artists, photographers, make-up artists, figure models, photography models and fashion models.

Learning to play acoustic guitar? You don't have to be a pro to make great music... come jam with us! We're a group of beginner/intermediate guitarists getting together to play in the U Street/Columbia Heights/ Dupont area. Music selection is up to the group but varies from simple bluegrass to blues to popular acoustic (think "country roads!"). Percussionists, singers, harmonica, oboe... all unplugged musicians welcome! Meetings will be ad hoc in the winter, but in the summer we're planning a …

The Songwriters Association of Washington of which I am a member is a long established Association that provides educational opportunities, open mics, networking, song circles, seminars, a monthly songwriters Toolbox session and other interesting activities. I am establishing this meetup to help unaffiliated songwriters join and find out more about activities.

Dear Women Artists, Let me introduce myself. I am taking over this group as of February 24, 2013. The last leader left, and I did not want to see a nice group of women 'disappear.' I've been a professional photographer since 1983. I've worked for magazines, newspapers and corporations and currently represented by National Geographic. In 1991, I ran my first women's empowerment group for several years. And in 1985, I started a women's business group that met every week for several years. I love b …

This gathering in a cool lounge setting of poetry enthusiasts (and anyone else who loves this music) progressive, upbeat people who love Inspirational, Devotional, Neo-Soul, the music genre that fuses contemporary R&B, 1970s style soul, jazz, and elements of alternative-hip hop, as well as Spoken Word. You are of African to Asian descent, European to Eskimo, Latino to Lebanese, and everything in between. While you chat with great people, listen to the recorded grooves of everyone from Nicois Mus …

DC is home to The Old Guard & The United States Army Band. The Old Guard is the official escort to the President of the United States and they perform in thousands of ceremonies and special events throughout the year. The United States Army Band is the official band for most diplomatic and state functions in the nation's capital. They perform musical honors during arrival ceremonies at The White House for foreign heads of state, diplomats and high-ranking military officers. The United States Arm …

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Hi, my name is Robert Hitz, and I am a pianist, teacher and composer with a tremendous love and respect for the role of improvisation in my musical life, and a desire to meet, share and explore the world of piano improv and composition with other pianists of all levels and styles. If you are interested in improvisation and composition, (free, jazz - anything!) and wish to share with other pianists who enjoy and aspire to creating music through improvisation join me in this wonderful art form! Op …

Join DC Party Paparazzi Party and get introduced to other active singles. Are you an active single looking to meet other active singles that love to go out on the town, listen to music and go out to the hottest events? If the answer is yes then this is the group for you. I am a fun professional who loves to mix up the party and make introductions. Increase your chances of meeting other active singles who want to increase their social network. How you meet great singles in the DMV is by getting …

For portfolio-builders of the 3D world. For practitioners and artists who work with physical reality who wish to document the current state of their art with an out-of-the-box photographer or videographer. We assemble physical artists realm of dancers, practitioners of yoga, cosmeticians, performance artists, street ?? (fill in the rest and keep going...) This is a group of dream-state artists who manufacture art. Sorry, but there will be no "found art" involved, as there are already many groups …

If you're a beginner, a basement rock star, a living room legend or a performing pro, THIS is where you let it shine. Open Mics, backyard jams, shows, private & public events. A place to learn and teach, but most of all, just to have fun with a bunch of (generally) acoustic musicians, singers and friends doing what they love to do!!!

The Soul Kitchen is an amazing community of independent artists, writers, musicians, producers, and singers who have banned together to push the limits of their creative spirit. Throughout the year The Soul Kitchen plays host to new and returning artists. Through a series of interactive workshops. In this groove gumbo you will find a diverse group of artists including age, gender, race, genre and culture. The DC Workshops will be part of a monthly series featuring different exercises in songwrit …

A group for writers of anything who want to meet other writers of anything and talk while eating. We'll talk about writing and not writing. We'll eat food that most writers can afford. We'll share the energy, wisdom, wit and inspiration of other writers. NOTE: This is not a writers group where writing is shared with and critiqued by the group. If members want to share their writing, they can do so on their own with members who appreciate, understand and have knowledge or interest in their genre. …

This group is for writers, artists and musicians to come together to share their work. The idea of the group is to foster growth and creativity. The aim is to provide a comfortable environment for feedback and ideas. I started this group to find other creative people to share with. Look forward to meeting you all.

Artists love to create artwork, but promoting our work can be a tedious task. This group is a group for serious artists who would like to help support each other to reach out and show our work to the public, contact art consultants, museums and galleries and create promotional materials for their work. We will meet twice a month for work sessions with our laptops and ideas. Come with any tips you would like to share. Membership in our group will also give you the opportunity to network with fell …

This group is for anyone who is creative and want to use thier talent to serve God. I started this group because I am a Christian the love the arts, and want to build a network of artist (rappers, singers, dances, steppers, writers, poets, mimes, praise dancers, steppers, choirs, DJ's, and actors) that will showcase thier God given gifts for the world. I am a christian rapper, song writer, and play writer that want to connect with others to sponsor plays, concerts, and music that our children an …

This is a group for artists(emerging or professional) who are looking for other artists to hang out with, bounce ideas off of, just generally interact and vibe off each other!