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A mostly funny exploration on being kind of a mess.

This one-man show tells the autobiographical story of Majd Murad as he comes out to his Catholic Iraqi family. Funny and bittersweet, this show is sure to educate and inspire its audience. Tickets $15.00

'IF ONLY I LIKED STRIPPERS,' 'The PeniFesto,' and the rollicking 'TRANNY IN A TREE.' With original songs and monologues such as these, Sex and the Modern Man is at a crisis point. What is to be done? Sing original, bluesy pop songs, and share a few warped stories from the trenches of Guyville.

ACTOR UNDER FIRE directed by Anita Khanzadian is the story of my enlistment in the Air Force. Being sent to Viet Nam and cast in a tour of Neil Simon’s "STAR SPANGLED GIRL”. ACTOR UNDER FIRE tells the story of my observation of the effects of war on soldiers and civilians - both tragic and humorous-

Solo Performer and two-time Best In Fringe Festival at the New York International Fringe Theater Festival winner presents his latest solo show, a blisteringly funny and moving solo performance piece developed with renowned Chicago director Jim Lasko. "Remarkable...a serious artist." Village Voice

Awkwardly brave and oddly joyful, My Mobster is the heartbreakingly true story of the unlikely romance that blossoms between a sheltered young woman and a criminal from France. Also featuring: a hyper-religious, mildly racist mother; a love-hate relationship with an intact virginity; and voodoo.

Talking To Yourself is a poignant and funny collection of verbal renderings and riffs delivered in an always engaging fashion by speaker and humorist Jan Solomita. With likely drop-in guests brought to you by several of his alter egos who together share his stories and his vision. Check it out!

The hardship & hilarity of PJ Walsh’s journey - A screw-up kid enlists never expecting to go to war. After three wars, a stint as Bill Clinton’s dental technician, & a career in stand-up comedy, he discovers what matters in life as he faces mortality in the belly of a C-130 plane over Afghanistan.

Critically acclaimed/Ovation&NAACP nominated/3 tantalizing tales/15 characters/Compelling,hilarious disturbing peek into mysteries that lurk beneath the facade.“A rollercoaster ride;all the uneasy queasy feelings,yet with total exhilaration. ASTOUNDING,AWE INSPIRING" Love/Dramedy/Song/Spokenword

Lucky's out of luck. This burlesque chick is drunk, pregnant & fell deep in a hole! But don't despair - Filipina Mamas to the rescue! Mommy "Cher", Mommy "Marilyn Monroe" & Mommy "Tura Satana" intervene with Lucky's misfortune through jazz, poetry, comedy & dance. Trapeze Freaky Flip as opening act.

When an eccentric inventor moves out of his home of 50 years, he and his family deal with resulting chaos. Using recorded interviews, poetry, video and live music, this piece is fuses radio documentary and experimental music theater. For fans of This American Life, Robert Ashley, and Laurie Anderson

Hutchins Foster's comedic sixty minute show is about a gay man's harrowing journey into motherhood. Based on his award winning blog of the same name, Mommy with a Penis delves into marriage, adoption, interracial kids, and the dreaded potty time.

Witness the story of Smith as a young cheerleader transform into a powerful woman who embraces her inner superhero, reclaims her sexuality and lives as a whole, healthy woman who cheers for life!

Comedic romp through 3 generations of Latina women and their first kisses.Cynthia exposes the wanton ways of her grandma,her mom and herself!Critics say “Amusing!..a confident and charismatic talent who lets nothing,including the fourth wall,stand between her and a good story!”And its a juicy one!

**"Irreversibly moving."** **"Riveting!"** The true story and adventures of a man and his dog while living in New York City and Chicago. Facing his ultimate fears: love, loss...and dog yoga. An uncompromising and intimate look into John and Abby's last day together.