Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton
Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton takes place on Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM (CDT) at Rudyard's in Houston, TX. Tickets are $24.75 + on Eventbrite.
About this event
Write About Now hosts an open mic celebrating love through spoken word at Rudyard's. Featured poet Cougarville delivers raw, humorous performances blending vulnerability with social commentary. Talented Houston storytellers share original works while DJ GetItReddy spins music.
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Recognized as the 'Best Open Mic' in the country. For tickets & more info: wanpoetry.com Write About Now is the preferred destination of poetry for thousands of individuals living in Houston and beyond each year. Our poetry events have become a bucket list stop for poetry lovers who drive and fly from across the country to attend our shows every single week. Our shows, poets and poetry videos have received popular acclaim garnering attention and shares from celebrities like Sophie Turner, Lily Allen, Lenny Kravitz, LeAnn Rimes, Chance The Rapper, Willow Smith, Misty Copeland, Thomas J. Hilfiger, Busta Rhymez, Marc Jacobs and more. Write About Now Poetry has been covered by, featured by or collaborated with some of the largest media networks in the world, including Vibe Magazine, AfroPunk, Huffington Post, Upworthy, Diet Prada, MasterClass, POPSUGAR, Everyday Feminism, We are mitu, Word Porn, BuzzFeed, Remezcla, HiHo, George Takei, A plus, Blavity, For Harriet, Houston Chronicle, Texas Monthly, Whataburger and more. This enabled Write About Now to become one of the most popular poetry groups in the world building a following of more than 2 million individuals across the @wanpoetry Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, which has helped poets reach tens of millions of viewers online, and this event is not one you want to miss. Brought to you by Write About Now, this special event celebrates the highs and lows of love through the power of spoken word. Whether you're in love, nursing a broken heart, or simply love the art of poetry, this night is for you. Featuring some of the most talented poets and storytellers in the greater Houston area, you should expect powerful performances that take you through an array of emotions. Our Featured Poet: Cougarville Beware! The cougars are on the prowl. Don't miss Cougarville in Houston! Cougarville is a dynamic poetry collective, including Kanei, Blk Swan and Bougie, based in Houston. Be prepared to learn what happens behind the curtain and under the bed sheets. These women will bring you raw honesty and lyrical craft while blending humor, vulnerability, and social commentary. Get your tickets for cougarville today! Welcome to Rudyard's. Our open mics are open to ALL. Come see some of the best poets from all across the greater Houston area share original works of poetry. We've got DJ GetItReddy on the 1s and 2s. Our signup lists go up at 7:30 pm. Most individuals start arriving before then to guarantee a spot on the list. First come. First serve. If you see a line out the gate. Don't worry the line moves fast. It's a short wait. Follow us on Social Media for more updates about everything! Instagram/Twitter/Facebook/TikTok: https://twitter.com/WANPoetry http://instagram.com/wanpoetry https://www.facebook.com/wanpoetry https://www.tiktok.com/@wanpoetry For more info about Write About Now and upcoming shows, please visit our website: www.wanpoetry.com Purchase your tickets online or at the door! By attending or performing at this event you are consenting to allow the use of photos or videos for the promotional purposes of this show. RUDYARD'S HAS IT'S OWN PARKING LOT. YOU CAN ALSO LOOK FOR STREET PARKING. DO NOT PARK WHERE IT IS PERMITTED PARKING ONLY. THEY WILL TOW YOU! This is a nonrefundable event.
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Details
- When
- Tue, Sep 29, 2026 · 7:30 PM (CDT)
- Where
- Rudyard's
- Address
- 2010 Waugh Dr., Houston, TX 77006
- Price
- $24.75 +
- Genre
- 105/concert or performance
Questions
- When is Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton?
- Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM CDT.
- How much are tickets for Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton?
- Tickets are $24.75 +.
- Where is Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton?
- Rudyard's, 2010 Waugh Dr., Houston, TX 77006, Houston, TX.
- Where can I buy tickets for Love & Heartbreak Poetry Night ft. Cougarville hosted by L.J. Hamilton?
- Tickets are sold on Eventbrite. This page links straight to that listing; no tickets are sold here.
