New Ish

Step into New Ish, where you’re invited to take creative risks and share what’s never been said. Join a single-round poetry slam with live music and a $50 prize. Connect, perform and grow in this curated community space.

Who's playing

New Ish brings together poets, spoken-word artists, and live music at North Omaha Music and Arts. Public event information also identifies Zedeka Poindexter as host, with Nebraska Writers Collective connected to the presentation of the poetry slam.

What to expect

Expect a single-round slam format where performers are invited to say what has not been said yet. The atmosphere is designed for experimentation and community, pairing poetry with live music and offering a $50 prize to the slam winner.

Why go

Go to hear new voices in Omaha’s creative scene, or to test out your own work in a setting that emphasizes expression, connection, and growth. New Ish gives both performers and audience members a focused way to engage with poetry, music, and community at North Omaha Music and Arts.