Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge

WINE & WORDS: FIRST WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC Celebrating Tonya’s Birthday at Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge! 👑🍷🎤 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Doors open at 8 PM | Open mic begins at 9 PM Join host Drezz LUVV for Charlotte’s monthly open-mic experience celebrating spoken word, singing, music, comedy, storytelling & more. This month, we’re adding some birthday luvv for Tonya! Whether you’re stepping to the mic, celebrating with us, making new connections, enjoying a date night or simply unwinding, come experience an intimate evening filled with talent, community & grown-folk vibes. Arrive early to eat, drink, mingle and sign up for the open mic before the show begins. Admission $10 Early Bird — Limited availability $15 Advance $20 Day-of/Door — If capacity allows $30 VIP Experience for Two — Includes admission for two guests, two drinks total & preferred seating. Extremely limited. What to Expect Open-mic performances featuring spoken word, singing, music, comedy & more Birthday luvv & celebration for Tonya Community connections & photo opportunities Food and drinks available for purchase A welcoming space to share your talent or enjoy the show Beat us there… don’t meet us there! Come for the words. Stay for the vibe. Presented by Hidden Talent Studios Discover it. Develop it. Display it. 🔥 OPEN MIC ROUND ROBIN @ WINE & WORDS Note: This is a curated showcase. Limited open mic slots will be available after the featured performances. Please arrive by 8:00 PM to secure your slot. 🎤 How It Works The mic opens at 9:00 PM. Each artist gets 1 piece (up to 3 minutes) ✍🏾 Sign-Up Options Advance Registration: Register ahead of time using the Artist Registration Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvEO00i9Gl2GVVRnAmxA-6WWgKa24fLDrFs6iQox6M-722uA/viewform?usp=header Walk-Up Sign-Ups: Available at the door if spots remain ✨ Feature Policy Future features grow from the circle. You must have blessed the mic to be considered for a future feature. ⚠️ Important Note Artist registration does not replace ticket purchase. All performers must have a valid ticket for entry. 🍷🎤 Showcase your business at Wine & Words! Vendor space is $25 and includes admission for one vendor. Bring your own table and connect with us at Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge on October 7. Setup begins at 7 PM. Register here: https://forms.gle/fXASWVGvd5JjqjVP6

Cigar Connoisseur and Jazz N Soul Music present Smoke and Soul featuring Saxophonist D. Friday (5th & York) putting the Smooth in Jazz, live at Bonnie & Clyde's, Saturday Nov. 14th at 9pm Smooth Jazz returns to Ballantyne! Don't let his last name confuse you – Derwin Friday works 24/7 as a professional saxophonist, national recording artist, and businessman. Going by the stage name D. Friday or simply Friday, he grew up in multi-rural churches that poured musical influence into his heart and soul. He began crafting his sound at nine and has been nonstop ever since. He's the co-founder and lead of 5th and York- A Charlotte-based jazz ensemble formed in 2007. Along with Derwin on sax, the six-member group consists of a lead vocalist, drummer, guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist. Their music can be described as smooth contemporary natural vibes that grab the audience's attention—heading local events in the Charlotte metro area and others down south. Opening for Earth, Wind and Fire, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Anthony Hamilton, and more, The group dropped their debut album, “Nascentum”, in 2011 and with a follow up in 2014 titled “All In”. The latest Venture, a live alum entitled “No Chaser” is accompanied by a Video production Executively Produced by Friday. When creating his music, Derwin draws inspiration from a variety of sources including activist/writer James Baldwin, the legendary Stevie Wonder, and folk-rock artist James Taylor. This multi-dimensional inventiveness continues to propel his artistry forward. He's consistently redefining his impulses, curiosity, and complex nature to try something new every day. There are limited seats due to space constraints, so please get your tickets now and get ready for a memorable night of music!