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VELVET GRIP: POLE AND POETRY SHOWCASE - Sunday, April 26 at 8:15 PM at Velvet Whip Arts & Social Club in Callowhill, PhiladelphiaCallowhill

VELVET GRIP: POLE AND POETRY SHOWCASE

Sunday, April 26 at 8:15 PM·8:15 p.m.-11:30 p.m.·Callowhill·Velvet Whip Arts & Social Club

VELVET GRIP: POLE AND POETRY SHOWCASE

Posted to Callowhill on April 5, 2026

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Sun, Apr 26 at 8:15pm – 11:30pm

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Velvet Whip Arts & Social Club

319 North 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

TO ALL POETRY & POLE LOVERS… GET TICKETS GET TICKETS The Velvet Grip Experience is an intimate, curated showcase where spoken word poetry and sensual movement come together to explore the five senses. Each performance is intentionally paired to create a full-bodied experience - one that’s meant to be felt, not just watched. Day-of-Event Door Tickets at $45 , available only if capacity allows Refun...

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