If spoken word and musical notes are a combination that gets you in the right mood, Beyond The Lines open mic by Hooted1ce could be your ideal weekend plan. This is your chance to present your work with like-minded folks on a platform that was created for upcoming artistes and community-building. Founder Mohit Kumarm shares, “We’ve been conducting such open mic events for the past four years. After the pandemic, people are looking forward to stepping outside their homes for a different experience, and open mics are a great way to do this.”

Kumarm is also a musician, and he tells us that many people are inclined towards literature, writing and poetry. Keeping this in mind, they ensure they encourage only original pieces by participants. “Open mics are a base for budding artistes, as they need stage time and appreciation; they’re also good to test the waters before moving forward to bigger platforms,” explains Kumarm.