Perform, watch, and connect with community

Join us in Manly Library for an open mic night where everyone has an opportunity to showcase their musicianship, poetry, expertise, storytelling, impressions or comedy.

Manly Library
Fridays (selected dates monthly), 5.30 - 7pm

• 24 July
• 21 August
• 18 September
• 23 October

Come along to perform or support the community's talent.

Sign up from 5pm on the night at the library.

Manly Library Ground Floor is an accessible space for audience and performers.

What to expect

Performers

Performers must be 16 years and older. 

Sign up sheet on the night will be available from 5pm in Manly Library.

We have a small raised stage where we will provide a corded microphone in a stand and an available chair. Backing tracks are available to use via AUX cord.

All instruments are welcome but if they require amplification you will need to bring your own small amp and be mindful to set the volume to a reasonable level for the library space.

Performers will have up to 10 minutes on stage so everyone has an opportunity. A bell will ring at the 9 minute mark. Singers have a maximum 2 songs up to 10 minutes.

The library is a safe, inclusive space for all members of our community and we expect our performers to model these same values in their performances. Please be mindful of the use of swear words. Performers who breach these guidelines will be unplugged.

Audience

This Open Mic Night series is aimed at youth and adults.

All ages are welcome. Parental supervision is required for children as content may include adult themes or coarse language.

The library is a safe, inclusive space and we expect the audience to model these same values in their attendance. Be respectful of the performers on stage and refrain from talking during the performances.

Getting here & parking

Manly Library is off The Corso, a short walk from Manly Wharf, with ferry and bus access nearby and up to 2 hours free parking at Whistler Street car park.