I'm thinking every place with an open mic night should have a rule where forms are placed on each table with little pencils. Each performer is given a number. You write the performer's number on the form and each form has written on it:
"I love this performer and would love to see this person again."
"This performer is pretty good and wouldn't mind seeing this person again."
"This performer is ok but I wouldn't come her just to see this person."
"This performer is lousy should not be doing open mics here or anywhere else I frequent."
"I hate this arsehole and would seriously contemplate killing anyone who dare to applaud even out of sheer politeness."
Each sentence has a box next to it and you check the one you feel is most appropriate. The host tabulates them and lets the performer know his or her score. Too many of the last two--you're gone never to come back.
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