Mama Kilsmith Open Mics and More Presents:

Every Month Live in the Frontroom at WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester's Community Radio Station.

Songwriters in the Round: Showcase and Open Mic Night

About WCUW 91.3 FM

Songwriters in the Round: Showcase + Workshop + Open Mic

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Monthly on the First Sunday

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3:30 to 6:30 PM

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Free and Open to the Public

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Monthly on the First Sunday ~ 3:30 to 6:30 PM ~ Free and Open to the Public ~

About the Program

An afternoon of original music, storytelling, creative collaboration, and practical learning for musicians and music lovers.

Tech Talk

4:45 - 5:05 PM

Showcase

3:30 - 4:45 PM

Open Mic

5:05 - 6:30 PM

Upcoming Shows & Open Mic Sign-Ups

November 1, 2026 | Rock the Vote!

We're getting political with the music! Join us for an afternoon of original songs, stories, and perspectives that inspire conversation.

Featured songwriters and guest speaker details coming soon.

[November Open Mic Sign-Up]

December 6, 2026 | End-of-Year Songwriters Celebration

Let's wrap up the year with great original music and familiar faces! We're inviting past performers and friends of the series back for a special afternoon celebrating our songwriting community.

Featured songwriters and guest speaker details coming soon.

[December Open Mic Sign-Up]

January 2027 | Winter Break

No January show. We'll see you in February!

February 7, 2027 | Songwriters in the Round

Featured songwriters and guest speaker to be announced.

[Open Mic Sign-Up — Coming Soon]

March 7, 2027 | Songwriters in the Round

Featured songwriters and guest speaker to be announced.

[Open Mic Sign-Up — Coming Soon]

Plan Your Visit

WCUW 91.3 FM FrontRoom
910 Main Street, Worcester, MA

When: First Sunday of every month, 3:30–6:30 PM (except January 2027).

Admission: FREE and open to the public! Donations to WCUW, Worcester's nonprofit community radio station, are always appreciated.

Parking: Off-street parking is available across the street, courtesy of Clark University.

Refreshments: Light snacks and refreshments are available for purchase.

Explore the Art: Take a few minutes to enjoy the rotating exhibitions in WCUW's Harold Stevens Gallery while you're visiting!

VIEW THE PHOTO GALLERY

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.
Parking in the adjacent lot Courtesy of Clark University.

Refreshments are available for purchase
provided by your Hostess - Serena May Kilsmith

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

Direct any questions to Serena! serenamay@mamakilsmith.com

RECORDING THE EVENT - Video footage of the featured performers is posted to YouTube. Archived video links below.

ADMISSION This event is free and Open to the public.

We do appreciate donations made to the station in any amount .
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.

OUR PROGRAM - The Front Room
Doors Open for this event at 3:00p we do a quick Sound Check - then we dim the lights and set the Mood with A Quiet Listening Room Atmosphere.

At 3:30p the show begins with our Featured Artists, performing in the Round. Our songwriters will share their music and provide the audience with insight into their creative process, as well as what inspires their music and songwriting.

At Around 4:40 PM
We break for Our "Tech Talk" with Q&A

Tech Talks. These are a Workshop Discussion with an Industry Expert.
(Guest Speakers Wanted!)

- At about 5:00 We conclude the "Tech Talk" and
transition things over to Open Mic in the Round.

Attendees may also use the intermission time to take in the artwork in the "Harold Stevens Art Gallery" or Shop the selections in the ReBop Record Shop.

When we Begin our "Open Mic" Portion There are 2 to 3 rounds of songwriters, with 3 artists on stage performing in the Round.

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Have questions? You can email Serena directly at serenmay@mamakilsmith.cp, .

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 our 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.

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Live Music Events

A variety of Live Music events Presented and Promoted by Mama Kilsmith Open Mics and More. Come to listen, or come out to play! Everyone is welcome at Mama’s House.

Songwriters in the Round:

Showcase - Open Mic & Workshop

Live in the Frontroom at WCUW 91.3 FM

Songwriters in the Round Live in the WCUW 91.3 Frontroom

WCUW- 91.3 FM Worcester’s Community radio station is home to the “Frontroom”, the music venue where this unique and intimate musical experience takes place.