Open Rant Night
Can you talk the leg off a chair? Or do you know a friend who likes to hear themselves speak about any topic? Or perhaps you just like to sit back, watch others rant, and nod your head in agreement (or shake your head in disgust)? Whatever your circumstances, grab your friends, particularly those that like to talk, and head out to Open Rant Night.
The event’s founder, Clinton Barnes, describes it as “politics in the pub” meets “open mic night”.
“Ranters”, as the participants are affectionately known, have two minutes to give their two cents worth on any topic of their choice. The topics of choice have ranged from the political and the serious, such as drug decriminalisation, to the not so serious – such as “saying ‘have a safe flight’ like you can do anything about it” and “in defence of Britney Spears”.
Despite the semi-serious nature of some of the topics, the atmosphere is not intimidating or heated. The event attracts a diverse range of people. However, be warned, should you take to the stage, you risk a “rants-of-reply”, where a member of the audience may seek to counter your rant.
As you can see, the event works on the premise that most of us have an opinion, and some are brave enough to share. Whoever you are, simply go along and enjoy the show. (RP)
From Jun 16 (third Thursday of every month). The World Bar, 24 Bayswater Road, Kings Cross. Free. Info: facebook.com/openrantnight
BY RAFFAELE PICCOLO
