A Monthly Showcase of Local Songwriters

In the Fantastic FrontRoom at WCUW

Each month on the 1st Sunday of the Month, Mama Kilsmith Presents a Special Songwriters Showcase featuring local Original Independent Artists. 
This monthly FUNDRAISING event takes place in the FrontRoom of WCUW, Worcester MA Independent Non-Profit Community Radio Station.
In lieu of a door fee, we ask our guests to bring a cash donation of $10 to support  WCUW -  Donations to the station help keep events like this going! 

You can also become a member with a larger contribution by visiting www.wcuw.org/donate

About Our Event
 “Songwriters-In-the-Round” (SITR) is a Round Robin Format Showcase of talented songwriters from Central Massachusetts and beyond.

Three Artists share the spotlight and perform alongside each other- sharing their music and the inspiration behind their work.

After the showcase, we invite  members of our audience to participate in Open Mic in the Round.

Coming Soon in 2026 - our event will include a workshop discussion session. Click here to learn More

Open Mic in the Round
A unique spin on a tried and true Event Format. 
Each month we have the opportunity to invite up to 6 additional songwriters to participate in our Open Mic in the Round.
Mama Kilsmith designs these events to be inviting and inclusive.

The Open Mic portion of the event welcomes any Songwriting Friends who are new in their journey and maybe don't have enough original material to be a feature, or who haven't yet released any music publicly that they are promoting.

During our Open Mic in the Round we also encourage folks to workshop their new material. This is the perfect opportunity to ask peers for feedback on songs in progress on that don't quite feel complete. 

The Vision of SITR Showcase and Open MIc
The Intention of this Monthly Showcase is to connect various communities of Songwriters in central Mass, and beyond.

With this event we hope to foster connections and build bridges from city to city here in Worcester County and throughout New England.

We welcome all genres, and cultures of music to participate.
Artists who would like to get involved are encouraged to reach out to the Hostess Serena May (Mama Kilsmith). Submit your information, to be considered for a Featured Performance via this google form: Email Serena Directly Serenamaymusic@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions:

LOCATION - 910 MAIN ST. WORCESTER, MA
WCUW FRONTROOM has space for 70 people, is and plenty of parking in the adjacent lot across the street.
There are handicapped Spaces Directly in Front of the Station.
Refreshments are available for purchase, courtesy of your Hostess - Serena May Kilsmith

We welcome our guests to bring in their own preferred items, bring takeout etc.

Direct any questions to Serena! serenamaymusic@gmail.com

RECORDING THE EVENT - Video footage of the featured performers is posted to YouTube. Reach out to receive a link to a past performances. 

ADMISSION This is a fundraising event, a  donation of $10 can be made in cash the day of the event.  
Your donation helps support independent community radio, and ensures we will be able to keep events like this running.
You may also donate to WCUW online, and become a member at www.wcuw.org/donate

REFRESHMENTS
A Snack Bar is provided by your hostess Serena May Kilsmith.
A selection of Seltzers and a variety of Snacks are conveniently available for purchase.
Guests are also welcome to bring snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.  

PSA:  EVENT ETIQUETTE 
We want you to be a part of our night, your presence is appreciated. Please remember this is a listening room atmosphere.(quiet during performances) Show your respect and support for your fellow songwriters, we promise it will be well worth your time. 

The show starts at 3:30 and Runs till 6:30pm. Our Featured Artists would love an audience to play for, and our open Mic participants would as well.
Let’s Keep A Spirit of Community and Camaraderie at the Heart of this event.

Do you want to be featured? Attend an event and introduce yourself -  APPLY TO BE FEATURED 
 

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