Bangkok Poetry
One of the longest-running literary events in this city, The Bangkok Poetry Night is open to everyone, under a theme that changes each time. It runs every month (or every six weeks) and is hosted by Colin Cheney. Their next event is on April 3 under the theme of "Cover Songs." To take over the mic (under seven minutes each), email BangkokPoetry@gmail.com. If you just want to attend, it’s free and open to all.
Visit www.bangkokpoetry.com and www.facebook.com/bangkokpoetry
Bangkok Lyrical Lunacy
Lovers of wit and wordplay will find themselves traveling around the city with this new up-and-coming poetry event that won’t just settle at one venue. After their last event at The Alchemist, they are hopping to Apoteka on March 7 under the theme of Get Lucky. Keep posted on their Facebook page for news and inspiring word-related posts. To give it your best shot, email BangkokLyLu@gmail.com.
Visit www.facebook.com/BangkokLyricalLunacy.
Off Centre Open Mic Comedy Night
Never lacking in colorful characters, the notorious Overstay has been the site of many a tall story. Now the crew also host this open mic comedy night on a regular basis, too! The Off Centre Open Mic kicked off last Feb 13 (though you wouldn’t know much from its event page that displays a big bug doll), and there’ll surely be more to come from them.
Visit www.theoverstay.com and www.facebook.com/TheOverStay.
PechaKucha
PechaKucha, which means chit-chat in Japanese, is known for its fast-paced 20x20 method where speakers present 20 slides, spending 20 seconds on each one. This week (Feb 27), Launchpad hosts the year’s first PechaKucha Bangkok. In this interview, the event’s new organizer tells BK just why the concept has taken off around the world.
What’s Your Story?
Visit www.facebook.com/groups/bangkokstorytellers
Improv Bangkok
Dedicated to improvised comedy, a comedy format made famous by the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway, the comedy night by Improv Bankok draws fans by its unscripted and raw performance. Their next show will take place at Ocean Bangkok (Mar 9), or you can catch their monthly night at Overground. The improv troupe also holds regular workshops for performers of all level.
Visit BangkokImprov.com and its Facebook page.
Open Mic Comedy with The Bangkok Comedy Collective
Aimed at cultivating local comedy talents, The Londoner Brew Pub in collaboration with The Bangkok Comedy Collective hosts this night that lets you showcase your stand-up routine, mime or improv act along with seasoned comedians. The two-hour is held on every first and third Monday of the month in the pub's private room. Email ComedyBKK@gmail.com to reserve a spot, or just simply turn up.
Visit the-londoner.com, www.facebook.com/LondonerBrewPub and www.facebook.com/BangkokComedy.
Bangkok Hilarious
Held tri-weekly at Overground on soi 22 is this Saturday comedy night that isn't restricted just to stand-up but a whole range of acts. Anything goes, from singing and monologues to sketches and mimes--as long as it's funny, you're good to go. Register for your three-minute spot at bkkhilarious@hotmail.com or just turn up half an hour before the show and contact the crew.
Visit www.facebook.com/BangkokHilarious, www.facebook.com/OvergroundBarCafe
Bombyx Stories
The Bangkok Poetry crew also launched Bombyx Stories with a raconteur/storytelling angle for those who just don’t dig poetry, and prefer strange-but-true stories. The monthly night's recent indefinite postponement left many wishing for its return, but we suggest you keep an eye on their Facebook for good news.
