Skip directly to content

About us

The Chicago Poetry Bordello flaunts a Victorian theme, burlesque, music, whiskey, fortune-tellers, and oh yes, whip-smart, white-hot poetry!

Every so often, the poetry whores take over a venue, such as Chicago's House of Blues Foundation Room, and bring their special blend of poetics and poise for a fantastic evening of literary debauchery.

The Good Doctor and Madam Black-eyed Susan will personally ensure that you have the most fun you've ever had in a brothel!

Darlings!  What are you waiting for?