Lempeä open stage

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Lempeä Open Stage during Helsinki Pride Week! Join us on a vibrant journey where queerness takes center stage! 🎉

🩷 Event Details:
This event is taking place at KoKoTeatteri on Monday, June 22nd, and it’s free of charge! Enjoy incredible warm-up performances by the talented Ranja Omena and the fierce MC Harakka, alongside a variety of talented performers showcasing their artistry on the open stage.

🩷 Open to All Forms of Expression:
You don’t have to conform to societal standards of queerness here. This space welcomes every emotion and thought related to queerness and pride. Whether you want to express a soft whisper or an intense political statement, there’s room for you! We particularly recommend attendees be 18 and over.

🩷 Join the Stage:
If you want to perform, feel free to register in advance at lempeaopenmic@gmail.com, or sign up on-site! Each performance is limited to 7 minutes, so please let us know your performance name and that it’s for the Helsinki event. The stage dimensions are 5 x 10 meters and will include a keyboard for your use.

🩷 Inclusivity at Heart:
Even though the event has a particular theme, creativity knows no bounds! We aim to create a comfortable space for queer individuals to share their voices. Reflecting on your relationship with queerness is encouraged.

🩷 More Room for Everyone:
This year, due to last year's success, we’re moving to the upstairs venue at KoKoTeatteri, which means more room for everyone to join in. The bar will be open throughout the evening, providing refreshments as we celebrate! 🍹

🩷 Afterparty:
Join us at Restaurant Loosister after the open stage for an exciting afterparty starting at 9 PM with drinks at happy hour prices! 💃

💫 Accessibility Notice: Unfortunately, KoKoTeatteri is not accessible. For more information: Accessibility Info.

🎤 Warm-Up Acts:

• MC Harakka: A blend of art and activism, bringing fiery performances with profound political messages. Check out their music: MC Harakka on Bandcamp.
• Ranja Omena: A poet and activist, intertwining personal experiences with societal critique, offering heartfelt and rebellious performances.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟