Lyrical Sanctuary feat. Social Cig

Schedule

Wed Apr 08 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Union Fireside Lounge | Milwaukee, WI

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Lyrical Sanctuary is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's monthly open mic night! Celebrating 24 years of poetic tradition, experience powerful spoken word, live art, and the opportunity to share your own creative expression. Be inspired. Speak your mind. Leave an impression.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
April 8 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
6-6:45 p.m. | Creative Writing Workshop | Union 119
Ready to turn your ideas into songs? Join Milwaukee based songwriter, Parker Schultz of the indie rock project, Social Cig, for a fun, creative workshop where you’ll learn how to find lyrics, build melodies, and shape your own sound. Through quick prompts, group activities, and easy tips, you’ll discover new ways to express yourself and grow your skills. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and your love for music!

7-9 p.m. | Open Mic & Feature Performance | Fireside Lounge
Born & brewed in Wisconsin, Social Cig is the ‘Indie-Skate-Rock’ music project of Parker Schultz. Consisting of contagious authenticity, cheery live shows, and cultivating an original story with an attitude of gratitude, Social Cig is creating full-circle moments. While leafing through US music scenes with an ambitious DIY approach and writing songs that capture a genuine outlook from a modern-day Midwest cowboy, Social Cig has become a well-rounded grassroots venture.
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Union Fireside Lounge, 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53211-3361, United States

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