Poetry Brothel Monsters

Fri Oct 30 2026

7:30 PM

Sonia

10 Brookline St. Cambridge, MA 02139

Sonia

10 Brookline St. Cambridge, MA 02139

$54.04

Ages 21+

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MONSTERS— lurking in the shadows, glorified on the silver screen, or created through transgression, our monsters reveal our passions.

The Poetry Brothel Boston is the haunted forest of horrors and heroism you need this Spooky Season. Be brave darlings, and you will be rewarded with a unique night of poetry, burlesque, music, pole, drage, mysticism, and MORE.

Welcome to a parallel realm where pulp fiction, creature features, cabaret, and poetry collide.

This October, The Poetry Brothel Boston invites you into the forest for MONSTERS, an immersive Halloween literary cabaret and film-noir fever dream of things that go bump in the night.

The city is crawling with crimson-lipped creatives, lupine lotharios, and vampiric sirens swallowing secrets at the far end of the bar. We can share those secrets, for a price.

Throughout the evening, Boston's poets and multidisciplinary artists bring this strange world to life through original poetry, burlesque, drag, tarot, artistry for sale, and live music. Hear poets perform onstage, request a custom typewritten poem, have your fortune read, or meet a featured poet for a personal one-on-one reading in our mysterious back room at the edge of the woods. Do you dare?

The question isn’t whether monsters are real. It’s whether you’ll recognize one before it gets too close.

  • Poetry Brothel Monsters

    Cabaret

    MONSTERS— lurking in the shadows, glorified on the silver screen, or created through transgression, our monsters reveal our passions.

    The Poetry Brothel Boston is the haunted forest of horrors and heroism you need this Spooky Season. Be brave darlings, and you will be rewarded with a unique night of poetry, burlesque, music, pole, drage, mysticism, and MORE.

    Welcome to a parallel realm where pulp fiction, creature features, cabaret, and poetry collide.

    This October, The Poetry Brothel Boston invites you into the forest for MONSTERS, an immersive Halloween literary cabaret and film-noir fever dream of things that go bump in the night.

    The city is crawling with crimson-lipped creatives, lupine lotharios, and vampiric sirens swallowing secrets at the far end of the bar. We can share those secrets, for a price.

    Throughout the evening, Boston's poets and multidisciplinary artists bring this strange world to life through original poetry, burlesque, drag, tarot, artistry for sale, and live music. Hear poets perform onstage, request a custom typewritten poem, have your fortune read, or meet a featured poet for a personal one-on-one reading in our mysterious back room at the edge of the woods. Do you dare?

    The question isn’t whether monsters are real. It’s whether you’ll recognize one before it gets too close.

    Doors: 7:30pm
    Show: 8pm - 11pm

     

    Event Details

    Age Requirement: 21+
    Doors: 7:30 PM
    Show: 8:00–11:00 PM

    Please note: Seating is limited (approx. 70 chairs).

     

    Suggested Attire

    Immerse yourself deeper in the show by coming in costume or in character.
    Think: Wicker Man, leather, crimson, Widow's Bay, lace, veils, The VVitch, Midsommer, Sleepy Hollow, heros, knights, or dress all in white to let the vampires know you are available.

     

    What Is The Poetry Brothel?

    The Poetry Brothel is an immersive literary cabaret with chapters across the U.S. and Europe—including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Diego, Denver, Boston, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, and Madrid.

    As The New Yorker describes:

    “A madam presents a rotating cast of poets, artists, and artisans who erupt into verse in public and lure guests into back rooms for private readings.”

    Each artist lures you into a world of uninhibited creativity, intimate connection, and poetic magic. We blend poetry and vaudeville, intimacy and immersive theater, cabaret and activism.
    You may encounter faeries, sirens, witches, anthropomorphic petrichor, or even an ancient forest—or perhaps something entirely unexpected.

    Our cast is made up of poets, performers, mystics, and activists who reflect the vibrant diversity of our city. We are BIPOC, queer and straight, cis, trans, and genderfluid. We honor the sacred tradition of sex work by casting current and former sex workers, sparking conversations to destigmatize sex work, educating our audiences on consent and current issues in sex work, and donating 10% of our profits. We aim to foster a safe space for sex workers, our LGBTQIA+ community, and our greater community of artists.

    Note: While some of our artists engage in sex work outside of this space, The Poetry Brothel itself is a literary and immersive arts experience only.

     

    Consent & Conduct

    We have three house rules: Be Kind. Be Bold. Be Consensual. We are, by design, a no-contact event—here to captivate your mind and imagination. Always ask before touching anyone in our House. If you experience or witness anything uncomfortable, alert security, staff, or the Madam immediately.

     

    Accessibility

    This event is wheelchair accessible. The main show and all stage performances take place in the main room, which has approximately 70 chairs available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact us with any accessibility questions or if you need to reserve a seat.

    We also offer a limited number of Pay What You Wish tickets for those experiencing financial insecurity. To request a discounted ticket—or for accessibility questions—please reach out to: eowyn@poetrysocietyny.org

     

    A Note

    Our show may include flashing lights, amplified music, the clacking of typewriter keys, and the risk of leaving healed and inspired.

     

    The Poetry Brothel is brought to you by The Poetry Society of New York. Become a PSNY member for discounted and/or free tickets to future Poetry Brothel events, and so much more. Learn more: https://poetrysocietyny.org/membership

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$54.04 ($45.00 + $9.04 fees)

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This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.

FAQ:

WILL CALL CUSTOMERS - Will Call pick up is located at the Door when doors open, night of show (NOTE: Will Call never closes), you'll just need to show your I.D.

PLEASE NOTE: The time listed on the ticket is the time when doors open, not when the performance starts. For questions head to mideastclub.com/contact or call 617-864-3278 and follow the prompt to be connected.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

I understand that my email address will be added to the venue and/or promoter's email update list and I know that I am welcome to unsubscribe at any time.

I understand that VALID I.D. is required for entry for events that are 18+ or 21+ and that if I do not provide a VALID I.D. I will be denied admission.

I understand that for All Ages events VALID I.D. is only required by anyone over 21 who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol, regardless of apparent age - NO EXCEPTIONS.

I understand that if I am over 21 and do not provide valid I.D., I will not be served alcohol.

I understand that anyone who consumes alcohol without having provided proper I.D. or is under 21 will be ejected from the venue without refund.

I understand that, per order of the City of Cambridge, only the following forms of I.D. are considered valid:

a current US- or Canada-issued driver's license,

a current Massachusetts liquor I.D.,

a current US Military I.D., or

a current Passport.

I understand that student I.D.'s and foreign driver's licenses are NOT considered valid. I understand that if I try to use a student I.D. or foreign driver's license, I will be denied admission.

I realize that this I.D. policy is required by law and not subject to staff discretion.

Poetry Brothel Monsters

Fri Oct 30 2026 7:30 PM

(Doors 7:30 PM)

Sonia Cambridge MA

$54.04 Ages 21+

MONSTERS— lurking in the shadows, glorified on the silver screen, or created through transgression, our monsters reveal our passions.

The Poetry Brothel Boston is the haunted forest of horrors and heroism you need this Spooky Season. Be brave darlings, and you will be rewarded with a unique night of poetry, burlesque, music, pole, drage, mysticism, and MORE.

Welcome to a parallel realm where pulp fiction, creature features, cabaret, and poetry collide.

This October, The Poetry Brothel Boston invites you into the forest for MONSTERS, an immersive Halloween literary cabaret and film-noir fever dream of things that go bump in the night.

The city is crawling with crimson-lipped creatives, lupine lotharios, and vampiric sirens swallowing secrets at the far end of the bar. We can share those secrets, for a price.

Throughout the evening, Boston's poets and multidisciplinary artists bring this strange world to life through original poetry, burlesque, drag, tarot, artistry for sale, and live music. Hear poets perform onstage, request a custom typewritten poem, have your fortune read, or meet a featured poet for a personal one-on-one reading in our mysterious back room at the edge of the woods. Do you dare?

The question isn’t whether monsters are real. It’s whether you’ll recognize one before it gets too close.

Poetry Brothel Monsters

Cabaret

MONSTERS— lurking in the shadows, glorified on the silver screen, or created through transgression, our monsters reveal our passions.

The Poetry Brothel Boston is the haunted forest of horrors and heroism you need this Spooky Season. Be brave darlings, and you will be rewarded with a unique night of poetry, burlesque, music, pole, drage, mysticism, and MORE.

Welcome to a parallel realm where pulp fiction, creature features, cabaret, and poetry collide.

This October, The Poetry Brothel Boston invites you into the forest for MONSTERS, an immersive Halloween literary cabaret and film-noir fever dream of things that go bump in the night.

The city is crawling with crimson-lipped creatives, lupine lotharios, and vampiric sirens swallowing secrets at the far end of the bar. We can share those secrets, for a price.

Throughout the evening, Boston's poets and multidisciplinary artists bring this strange world to life through original poetry, burlesque, drag, tarot, artistry for sale, and live music. Hear poets perform onstage, request a custom typewritten poem, have your fortune read, or meet a featured poet for a personal one-on-one reading in our mysterious back room at the edge of the woods. Do you dare?

The question isn’t whether monsters are real. It’s whether you’ll recognize one before it gets too close.

Doors: 7:30pm
Show: 8pm - 11pm

 

Event Details

Age Requirement: 21+
Doors: 7:30 PM
Show: 8:00–11:00 PM

Please note: Seating is limited (approx. 70 chairs).

 

Suggested Attire

Immerse yourself deeper in the show by coming in costume or in character.
Think: Wicker Man, leather, crimson, Widow's Bay, lace, veils, The VVitch, Midsommer, Sleepy Hollow, heros, knights, or dress all in white to let the vampires know you are available.

 

What Is The Poetry Brothel?

The Poetry Brothel is an immersive literary cabaret with chapters across the U.S. and Europe—including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Diego, Denver, Boston, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, and Madrid.

As The New Yorker describes:

“A madam presents a rotating cast of poets, artists, and artisans who erupt into verse in public and lure guests into back rooms for private readings.”

Each artist lures you into a world of uninhibited creativity, intimate connection, and poetic magic. We blend poetry and vaudeville, intimacy and immersive theater, cabaret and activism.
You may encounter faeries, sirens, witches, anthropomorphic petrichor, or even an ancient forest—or perhaps something entirely unexpected.

Our cast is made up of poets, performers, mystics, and activists who reflect the vibrant diversity of our city. We are BIPOC, queer and straight, cis, trans, and genderfluid. We honor the sacred tradition of sex work by casting current and former sex workers, sparking conversations to destigmatize sex work, educating our audiences on consent and current issues in sex work, and donating 10% of our profits. We aim to foster a safe space for sex workers, our LGBTQIA+ community, and our greater community of artists.

Note: While some of our artists engage in sex work outside of this space, The Poetry Brothel itself is a literary and immersive arts experience only.

 

Consent & Conduct

We have three house rules: Be Kind. Be Bold. Be Consensual. We are, by design, a no-contact event—here to captivate your mind and imagination. Always ask before touching anyone in our House. If you experience or witness anything uncomfortable, alert security, staff, or the Madam immediately.

 

Accessibility

This event is wheelchair accessible. The main show and all stage performances take place in the main room, which has approximately 70 chairs available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact us with any accessibility questions or if you need to reserve a seat.

We also offer a limited number of Pay What You Wish tickets for those experiencing financial insecurity. To request a discounted ticket—or for accessibility questions—please reach out to: eowyn@poetrysocietyny.org

 

A Note

Our show may include flashing lights, amplified music, the clacking of typewriter keys, and the risk of leaving healed and inspired.

 

The Poetry Brothel is brought to you by The Poetry Society of New York. Become a PSNY member for discounted and/or free tickets to future Poetry Brothel events, and so much more. Learn more: https://poetrysocietyny.org/membership

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

Select Tickets

Ages 21+
limit 4 per person
GA
$54.04 ($45.00 + $9.04 fees)

Delivery Method

eTickets
Will Call

Terms & Conditions

This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. FAQ:

WILL CALL CUSTOMERS - Will Call pick up is located at the Door when doors open, night of show (NOTE: Will Call never closes), you'll just need to show your I.D.

PLEASE NOTE: The time listed on the ticket is the time when doors open, not when the performance starts. For questions head to mideastclub.com/contact or call 617-864-3278 and follow the prompt to be connected.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

NO VAPING OR SMOKING IN THE BUILDING

I understand that my email address will be added to the venue and/or promoter's email update list and I know that I am welcome to unsubscribe at any time.

I understand that VALID I.D. is required for entry for events that are 18+ or 21+ and that if I do not provide a VALID I.D. I will be denied admission.

I understand that for All Ages events VALID I.D. is only required by anyone over 21 who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol, regardless of apparent age - NO EXCEPTIONS.

I understand that if I am over 21 and do not provide valid I.D., I will not be served alcohol.

I understand that anyone who consumes alcohol without having provided proper I.D. or is under 21 will be ejected from the venue without refund.

I understand that, per order of the City of Cambridge, only the following forms of I.D. are considered valid:

a current US- or Canada-issued driver's license,

a current Massachusetts liquor I.D.,

a current US Military I.D., or

a current Passport.

I understand that student I.D.'s and foreign driver's licenses are NOT considered valid. I understand that if I try to use a student I.D. or foreign driver's license, I will be denied admission.

I realize that this I.D. policy is required by law and not subject to staff discretion.