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Stage Left Open Mic

The Stage Left Open Mic meets on the 2nd Friday of every month from 7 – 10 pm at Stage Left Cafe, 125 Van Buren St. on the historic Woodstock Square.

The Stage Left Open Mic from Off Square Music is a monthly event in Woodstock. Performers — musicians, singers, poets, and others — come together to connect with a live audience in a wonderful, family-friendly environment.

Whether you’re just starting out as a performer or are a seasoned veteran, Open Mic nights feature a supportive atmosphere. Stage Left, part of the Woodstock Opera House, offers more support with an exceptional performance space and sound system.

These Open Mics meet 7 – 10 pm, Stage Left Cafe, 125 Van Buren St. on the historic Woodstock Square on the SECOND FRIDAY of every month.

Off Square requests a $5.00/pp donation to support our many music activities, including these Stage Left Open Mic nights.

How to Perform at Open Mics

To promote and support our performers in the best way possible in all our venues, we ask that all current and future performers visit this page and fill out the form

Upcoming Stage Left Open Mic Events

Keep an eye on this page. Details and updates about each upcoming event will be posted below as the date approaches.

Joe Pesz, Rich Prezioso, Brian Murphy
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December Stage Left Open Mic Features Brian Murphy, Joe Pesz, Rich Prezioso

November 18, 2023 0

Our December Stage Left Open Mic features Brian Murphy, Joe Pesz, Rich Prezioso, Friday, Dec. 10, 2023, 7:00 pm / CST (doors open 6:30 pm). […]

Big Fish includes Marty Brunkalla, Deb Firak, Kent Fishburn, and Al Fyfe. They play Swing to Blues with a little Bluegrass in between.
Monthly Newsletters

November Stage Left Open Mic Features Big Fish

October 15, 2023 0

Our November Stage Left Open Mic features Big Fish, Friday, November 10, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT (doors open at 6:30 pm). […]

Merv Collins, fingerstyle guitarist
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October Stage Left Open Mic Features Merv Collins

September 17, 2023 0

Our October Stage Left Open Mic features Merv Collins, Friday, October 13, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT (doors open at 6:30 pm). […]

David Scott Crawford
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September Stage Left Open Mic Features David Scott Crawford

August 6, 2023 0

Our September Stage Left Open Mic features David Scott Crawford, Friday, September 8, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT (doors open at 6:30 pm). […]

Janelle Marie Graf
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August Stage Left Open Mic Features Janelle Marie Graf

July 23, 2023 0

Our August Stage Left Open Mic features Janelle Marie Graf, Friday, August 11, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT (doors open at 6:30 pm). […]

Suzy Schwartz is a guitarist and vocalist, well-known to our community.
Open Mics

July Stage Left Open Mic Features Suzy Schwartz

June 1, 2023 0

Our July Stage Left Open Mic features Suzy Schwartz, Saturday, July 15, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT (doors open at 6:30 pm). […]

June Stage Left Open Mic Features The Saltines, bluesmen Ted Lawrence and Chuck Scordato, a high energy blues duo.
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June Stage Left Open Mic Features The Saltines (Bluesmen Ted Lawrence & Chuck Scordato)

May 9, 2023 0

June Stage Left Open Mic Features The Saltines, bluesmen Ted Lawrence and Chuck Scordato, Friday, June 9, 2023, 7:00 pm / CDT. […]

Mark Hobbs is a singer-songwriter with a passion for real music about real life.
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Stage Left Open Mic May 12 | Mark Hobbs Featured

March 20, 2023 0

Stage Left Open Mic, Mark Hobbs featured, FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023. Mark is a singer-songwriter with a passion for real music about real life. […]

Woodstock School Of Music founder Dave Dalton is a long time veteran of teaching and performing music in the McHenry County area.
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Stage Left Open Mic | Dave Dalton Featured | April 14, 2023

March 5, 2023 0

Stage Left Open Mic, Dave Dalton featured performer, FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2023. Nice being back on Fridays! Great crowds, wonderful music. […]

Stage Left Open Mic, Ken Johnson featured performer, March 10, 2023.
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Stage Left Open Mic | Ken Johnson | March 10, 2023

March 1, 2023 0

Stage Left Open Mic, Ken Johnson featured performer, March 10, 2023. Save the date, 7 pm/CST (doors open 6:30 pm). […]

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