The Blackbird x Lil' Al's

Real stories, real musicians, in front of real people. An intimate, elevated Writers Round featuring local and New York based songwriters.
About this Event

Welcome to The Blackbird

The first experience of its kind in Long Beach, step into Blacksmith's alter-ego "The Blackbird" for a truly unique Writers Round. The Blackbird invites you to a cozy and magical evening featuring a celebration of the arts surrounded by candlelight.

The Blackbird x Lil' Al's

Display your ticket before or after the show at Lil' Al's burger window next door for either a burger & fries or mac n cheese & fries combo! Lil' Al's burger window is next to Mary's Irish Shop, two doors down from Blacksmith's.

What's a Writers Round?

A writer's round, often called a Nashville-style writers' round, is a live showcase where a few songwriters share a stage, taking turns round-robin style to perform original songs acoustically and tell the stories behind them in a casual, intimate, "in-the-round" format. It's a collaborative environment focused on the song itself, allowing writers to test material and connect with audiences and other musicians in a supportive, listening-room setting.

Important information:
-Ages 16+
-No refunds. Tickets may be transfered. Please contact the event host if there is an issue.
-Doors open at 5:30 PM, show from 6:00-7:00 PM.
-Lil' Al's burger window is next to Mary's Irish Shop, two doors down from Blacksmith's. Display your ticket at the window for either choice of a burger & fries combo or mac n cheese & fries combo!
Please do not hesitate to contact the host if you have any questions. We look forward to sharing this special evening with our community.