Definitions for open mic
open mic

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1. open micnoun

   A musical or comedy stage platform with open invitation, that is, where anyone is invited to perform.

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1. Open mic

   An open mic or open mike (shortened from "open microphone") is a live show at a venue such as a coffeehouse, nightclub, comedy club, strip club, or pub, usually taking place at night, in which audience members may perform on stage whether they are amateurs or professionals, often for the first time or to promote an upcoming performance. As the name suggests, performers are usually provided with a microphone plugged into a PA system so that they can be heard by the audience. Performers sign up in advance for a time slot with the host, who is typically an experienced performer or the venue's manager or owner. The host may screen potential candidates for suitability for the venue and give them a time to perform during the show. Open mics are focused on performance arts like comedy (whether it be sketch or stand-up), music (often acoustic singer-songwriters), poetry, and spoken word. It is less common for groups such as rock bands or comedy troupes to perform, mostly because of the space and logistical requirements of preparing and soundchecking such groups. Open mics may have very low entrance fees or no entrance fees at all, although the venue itself may prepare a gratuity jar, a "pass the hat" for donations, or a raffle with various prizes. Venues that charge no fees profit from selling alcohol and food. The performers are not typically paid, although the venue may give them a drink or meal. If the host is an experienced professional and not the owner/manager of the venue, they are usually paid for their services and may perform at some point during the evening, either preparing a full performance of their own or filling in at short notice when a performer is unavailable. Open mics are somewhat related to jam sessions, in that they both see amateur performers being given the opportunity to perform. The difference is that jam sessions often involve musical ensembles, possibly even a house band or rhythm section, and may involve the participation of professional performers.

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1. Open mic

   An open mic is a live show where audience members may perform at the microphone. Usually, the performers sign up in advance for a time slot with the host or master of ceremonies. These events are typically focused on performance arts like poetry and the spoken word, music, and comedy.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of open mic in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of open mic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of open mic in a Sentence

1. Babak Hodjat:

   When you give people this open mic, they will ask anything.

References

1. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Open_Mic
2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_Mic
3. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=open mic