Open Mic & Talent Show Manager

Live turn order, countdown timers, and audience view. Sign-ups via QR code. Perfect for comedy nights, talent shows, and speaking events.

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Free QR code sign-upsLive countdown timersAudience view screenUnlimited performers
QR Code
Sign-ups
Live
Turn tracking
Custom
Time limits
Unlimited
Performers

Perfect for every team

Trusted by teams across industries

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Comedy Open Mics

Comics sign up via QR code, see their spot number, and get countdown warnings. Host controls timing and can skip no-shows or long sets.

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Talent Shows

Contestants register online or at door. Parents and audience see live order on big screen. Judges have separate view with notes.

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Music Open Mics

Musicians sign up with song info and setup needs. Host sees equipment notes and can adjust order for smooth transitions.

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Storytelling Nights

Storytellers submit via link with story length. Auto-calculate total show time. Audience countdown keeps energy high.

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School Performances

Students sign up by class period. Teachers moderate submissions. Parents view live schedule from their seats without disruption.

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Showcase Events

Performers pre-register or walk in. Display order on monitors throughout venue. Track who performed for follow-up bookings.

The Challenge

  • 1Sign-up sheets get lost, illegible, or cause bottlenecks at the door
  • 2Performers constantly ask 'When am I on?' and interrupt the host
  • 3No way to show audience who's next without announcing every 2 minutes
  • 4Walk-ins can't sign up mid-show without disrupting current performer
  • 5Paper lists can't be reordered when performers leave or arrive late

Our Solution

  • 1QR code sign-ups - performers scan, submit details, instantly added to live queue
  • 2Live performer view - everyone sees their turn number and estimated time on their phone
  • 3Audience display mode - big screen shows current performer, next 3-5, and countdown timer
  • 4Real-time updates - late sign-ups auto-add to end, hosts can reorder or remove anytime
  • 5Digital queue management - drag-drop reordering, skip no-shows, pause for breaks

How it works

Get started in minutes

1

Create your open mic session

Set your time limits (3-10min per performer), enable audience sign-ups, and customize display settings. Takes 30 seconds.

2

Share QR code for sign-ups

Display QR code at venue entrance or on social media. Performers scan, enter name and act type, and join the queue instantly.

3

Manage turns with live controls

Start countdown timers, pause for stage setup, complete turns early, or skip no-shows. Audience sees updates in real-time on their devices.

Everything you need

QR code sign-ups - instant registration, no app required
Countdown timers - custom per performer (3min, 5min, 10min, or unlimited)
Audience view mode - big screen display with current performer and next 3-5
Live turn tracking - everyone sees their spot number update in real-time
Performer details - collect name, act type, song/story title, special requests
Host controls - start/pause/stop timers, skip performers, reorder queue
Walk-in friendly - sign-ups work all night, late arrivals auto-add
No-show handling - mark absent performers, automatically advance queue
Reordering - drag-drop to prioritize regulars or group similar acts
Break management - pause queue for intermissions, resume with one tap
Export history - download full performer list with timestamps
Mobile optimized - works on performer phones, host tablet, audience screens

Why teams choose us

  • 1Run smooth shows without constant interruptions about 'who's next?'
  • 2Professional countdown timers keep performers on schedule
  • 3Audience stays engaged watching live updates instead of sitting in the dark
  • 4Zero paperwork or tech setup - just display QR code and go
  • 5Track show history with performer names, times, and notes for future bookings

Trusted by comedy clubs, schools, and venues

See how hosts are running better open mics

"We run open mics every Thursday. This app changed everything - performers can sign up via QR code, see their turn number live, and we never lose track of who's next."

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Alex Rivera
Comedy Club Host @ Comedy Venue

"The countdown timer keeps performers on track and the audience view on the TV screen shows exactly who's up next. Professional setup without any tech headaches."

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Jordan Chen
Open Mic Organizer @ Local Venue

"Talent shows with many performers used to be chaotic. Now parents scan QR code, kids see their turn order on their phones, and we stay on schedule. Game changer!"

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Taylor Anderson
School Events Coordinator @ School District

Frequently asked questions

How do performers sign up for the open mic?
Host displays a QR code or shares a link. Performers scan it, enter their name and act details, and they're instantly added to the queue. No app download required.
Can everyone see who's performing next?
Yes! Share the spectator link or display it on a screen. It shows the current performer, countdown timer, next 3-5 performers, and total remaining. Updates live.
What if someone needs to leave early?
Performers can remove themselves from the queue anytime. Hosts can also skip, reorder, or remove performers with moderator controls.
How do timers work?
Set time limits per performer (3min, 5min, 10min, or custom). Countdown timer displays prominently. Host can pause, extend, or complete turns early with one tap.
What about walk-ins during the show?
Keep the QR code visible all night. Late arrivals can sign up and are added to the end of the queue automatically. Or hosts can manually add performers.
Can we save the lineup for next time?
Export the full performer list with timestamps and notes. Perfect for tracking regulars, banning troublemakers, or analyzing peak times.

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