Open mike
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An open mike is a live show where audience members may perform at the microphone. Usually the performers sign up for a time slot with the host or master of ceremonies. A typical time slot is 3 songs or 15 minutes.
Open mikes commonly fall into three categories:
- "Open mike" also refers to Open Mike with Mike Bullard, a Canadian comedy series.
External links
- [OpenMikes.org] - Music open mike listings in the United States and Canada
- [Mike, Dammit] - Essay on the "mike" vs. "mic" debate
- [Dictionary.com entry for open mike]
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