Louis Marchesi Open Mic — Quick Facts
Tombland's wednesday-night free open mic at **Louis Marchesi** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-minute slots, all ages.
Everything you need before you turn up
Where
Louis Marchesi
Tombland
Norwich
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
What's on Stage
Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
Find Louis Marchesi
Tombland, Norwich