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Newham’s Prez and Friends: Open Mic Finale

Emerging talents shine at Newham’s final open mic night of 2024, writes Neandra Etienne.

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Photo: Prez & Friends Photo credit Lorraine Omoruyi
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Prez and Friends Open Mic, a non-profit open mic event based in Newham founded by Immanuel Bajela in 2024, is committed to nurturing emerging talent by offering regular performance opportunities, mentoring, networking, and workshops. This last open mic night of the year will feature eight new performers, along with their in-house band Soul Sync and DJ.

28 November, 7pm – 11pm. Starlane Pizza Bar, 12 Cody Road, E16 4SR 
Instagram: @prezandfriends

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Photo: © Lorraine Omoruyi

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