The Art of Storytelling

The Art of Storytelling The Art of Storytelling is an open mic held monthly in Kankakee. Hosted by Standing Ovation. This is the platform for all the lovers, liars, and testifiers.

Art of Storytelling is an excellent night of spoken word poetry, comedians, live music, musicians, singers, artists of all sorts that have a story to tell. We are proud of the quality of performers presented as well as the first time people who just have something to get off their chest. Often there will be themed nights such as the Classic~CYPHER NIGHT for the lovers of word play Hip Hop Style. P

ast featured poets have been the awards winning JERONIMO (80's & 20's Fame), Real T@lk the poet, Mz. Jae, and many more. The Art of Storytelling is Kankakee's best kept secret...

We are back at it!! The Art of Storytelling Open Mic Experience at the beautiful The Venu' Lounge, Friday, June 26th! Do...
06/12/2026

We are back at it!! The Art of Storytelling Open Mic Experience at the beautiful The Venu' Lounge, Friday, June 26th! Doors open at 7, the Mic is on from 8-10. Music by Broke Dusty , Curated by Standing Ovation. This month's feature is a powerful voice that's circulating throughout the Midwest known as "Double G" and we have him in Kankakee! Be present for the gifts!

Broke Dusty-It was an honor to serve as host of The Players Ball!!!🔥🔥🔥 You definitely put on for the city! Standing Ovat...
06/06/2026

Broke Dusty-It was an honor to serve as host of The Players Ball!!!🔥🔥🔥 You definitely put on for the city! Standing Ovation!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

05/23/2026

The Art of Storytelling featuring Goddess Warrior The Poet🔥🔥🔥

05/13/2026

Something on your mind? Let it off at the next session of the hottest open mic experience this side of I57! We have featured celebrities, award winning, internationally known, and most profound voices on the stage of The Art of Storytelling! Be present for the gifts!

Our feature is the dynamic voice of Warrior the Poet, our chef for the evening is D'Amore, Music by Broke Dusty, curated by Standing Ovation. Doors open at 7, Mic time is 8-10. Only $10 for an incredible night of artist and unmatched vibes!

of Storytelling Family- Our friends ar is Kicking The Year off the Right way! style! The At Ease Experience will be...
12/29/2025

of Storytelling Family- Our friends ar is Kicking The Year off the Right way! style! The At Ease Experience will be going strong at The Artist Grounds on January 4th! This month's Feature is Ramica Babers aka BluPoetry. Its also the Signing of her first Book of Poetry!
The Mic is open and Ready to receive your talents. Hosted by Hoodraised & Janae Afrodytee Johnson Come out and enjoy some genuine Vibes and much needed energy. Ticket link in the Comments.

The Art of Storytelling-October Session
10/29/2025

The Art of Storytelling-October Session

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Kankakee, IL
60901

Opening Hours

7pm - 10pm

Telephone

(815) 549-7574

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