WattSay: Open-Mic for Standup comics, Poets, Storytellers & Speakers

WattSay is an open mic: live show at a closed room at which audience members who are amateur or professional may perform on stage, often for the first time, or to promote an upcoming performance. Typically, as the name suggests, the performer is provided with a microphone which is plugged into a PA system, to make the individual's performance loud enough for the audience to hear. Often the performers sign up in advance for a time slot with the venue manager or organizer. The master of ceremonies may screen potential candidates for suitability for the venue and give individuals time to perform in the show. These events are focused on performance arts like poetry and spoken word, music (often singer-songwriters who accompany themselves on guitar), and comedy. Less commonly, small groups, such as a small band duo/trio or a comedy duo may appear. Group performances are uncommon, because of the space and the logistics of loading in and sound checking such a group.

At several times, the open mic artists get the performance opportunity at corporates, events, parties, and labels, if the organizer finds the talent promotable.