Poetry Out Loud
Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Office of Education will host the 2026-2027 Los Angeles County Poetry Out Loud competition. There are many exciting opportunities for the year and we hope you and your students will participate!
Los Angeles County Poetry Resources
Learn more about the poetry resources available to Los Angeles County students and educators.
Downbeat 720: Open Mic for Teens
Downbeat 720 is L.A.'s premier open stage for teens. This is where teen artists speak their truth through poetry, music, comedy and more. Your stage. Your voice. Your moment. Come perform or just feel the energy — all are welcome.
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday
Sign-up at 7 p.m., show starts at 7:20 p.m.
The Miles Memorial Playhouse at 1130 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403
California Poetry Out Loud
For more information on the California Poetry Out Loud program and how to participate, visit www.capoetryoutloud.org/.
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