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The Playhouse

Derry arts centre hosting a free queer open mic every two months

Venue at a glance The Playhouse · Derry

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1 night

Live music

Thuper week

18:00

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BYO

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Derry arts centre hosting a free queer open mic every two months

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Live nightsThu

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Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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The Playhouse 5-7 Artillery Street
Derry
Derry BT48 6RG

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About The Playhouse

The Playhouse is a grassroots music venue in Derry, Derry. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

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Community ‌‌‍arts centre and theatre on Artillery Street inside Derry's historic city walls, programming theatre, music and community events. Hosts A Derry Queer Open Mic (ADQOM), a free and sober open mic for queer creatives including music, poetry, comedy and cabaret, held every two months from 6pm.

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5-7 Artillery Street, Derry, Derry, BT48 6RG

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The Playhouse is #14 of 14 Derry venues for live music — ranked by gigs on the calendar over the next 30 days, refreshed nightly.

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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Derry venue directory.

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Does The Playhouse have open mic nights?

Yes — The Playhouse hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Derry Open Mic Finder.

Where is The Playhouse?

5-7 Artillery Street, Derry, Derry, BT48 6RG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Derry venues nearby.

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