Born To Mic A Baltimore Poetry Documentary

Schedule

Sun Jun 07 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

SkyLofts Gallery & Studios | Baltimore, MD

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Born to Mic" Documentary to Premiere at Skyloft Galleries, Highlighting the Unseen Power of Baltimore’s Poetry Scene.
About this Event

On June 7, 2026, the local creative community will gather at Skyloft Galleries for the highly anticipated premiere of Born to Mic, a feature-length documentary dedicated to the raw, resilient, and unmistakable voices of Baltimore’s poets. Directed and executive produced by Chantia “Serenity Tia” Dorsey, the film serves as a permanent cultural record of a movement that has long shaped the city’s identity from the shadows.

Baltimore is a city defined by its grit, and Born to Mic captures how that grit is transformed into art. Moving beyond simple performances, the documentary offers intimate, biographical portraits of literary historians and social commentators who use language to transform their neighborhoods.


"My vision was to shine an overdue spotlight on this often-overlooked culture," says Director Chantia Dorsey. "Baltimore’s voice finds its purest expression in its poets—the storytellers who shape our identity on open mics and in community centers. This is more than a film; it’s an investment in Baltimore’s legacy."


Agenda

🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Premiere

Info: We will show The film . Following will be a Q/A


Untitled agenda

🕑: 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Celebration Party

Info: Main course will be served at this time .Enjoy an open Bar ,Photos with cast members friends and family, line dancing and an unforgettable evening.


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Where is it happening?

SkyLofts Gallery & Studios, 3703 Bank Street, Baltimore, United States

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USD 12.00

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