In the world of journalism, every story starts with a lede (that’s how we spell it in the news business). Us reporters are taught that without a compelling lede, no one will read your story. The lede is what initially grabs the audience and yanks them into the piece. Writing an essay is no different. … Continue reading
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Mark Bazer’s The Interview Show
Hey Essay Fiesta fans. “The Interview Show,” hosted by Mark Bazer is at the Hideout this Friday, Dec. 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 8pm. Admission is $5. All proceeds from the show go to the Illinois Education Foundation! Bonus! Check out this line-up of star-studded guests: – PETER SAGAL, host of NPR’s hour-long quiz program … Continue reading
Essay Fiests Says Go See Some Theater!
Looking for a unique, site-specific holiday-themed play this holiday season? Look no holiday-further! Redeemers, a New Leaf Theatre production by Bilal Dardai of The Neo-futurists, is a modern-day take on where A Christmas Carol leaves off. A former miser/boss does good…But! Those who had been formerly thrwarted by him aren’t so quick to forgive. Office … Continue reading
The Story Behind The Tonsils
If you were at the last Essay Fiesta, you would have heard the story of Keith’s tonsil infection that almost prevented him from reading at the anniversary show. As you may not know, Keith is still battling this infection, despite nearly two weeks of antibiotics. The unfortunate fact of the matter is that Keith may … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta’s Chicago Theater Round-Up
If you’re in the mood to do something different one of these Friday or Saturday nights, consider taking in some local theater. Essay Fiesta loves Chicago’s vibrant theater community. There’s no shortage of extraordinary talent in this fine city. Here are some of the critics’ picks that we highly recommend (and by critic’s picks we … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Recommends Unmistaken Child
Hey all you documentary-lovers! Essay Fiesta’s got a great one for you!! Unmistaken Child is the story of Tenzin Zopa, a kind-hearted 28-year-old Nepalese monk, and his diligent search for the reincarnation of his Tibetan master, Geshe Lama Konchog. The film is beautifully shot, and the journey Tenzin takes is emotional and compelling. If you’re … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Says Stay Healthy
It’s cold season. As the weather starts changing from warm to cold (and then sometimes surprisingly back to warm), people are bound to get sick. Essay Fiesta’s Keith Ecker is currently battling a cold. But thanks to some home remedies, he’s recovering fast. Consider loading up on that vitamin C and other vitamins to maintain … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Says Go See Some Theater
Chicago is a bustling theater town, and Essay Fiesta is a big fan of the dramatic arts. In fact, Essay Fiesta’s own Keith Ecker is a critic for the Chicago Theater Blog. Below are some of the plays he recently reviewed. Go check out a show for yourself! Candide at the Goodman Theatre The Lady’s … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Supports The Starving Artist Project
Essay Fiesta fans are obviously fans of the arts. That’s why we thought you’d like to hear about a new show that our good friend Nellie Huggins is producing called The Starving Artist Project. The Starving Artist Project is an audience-judged talent show, created to help raise money for local artists from all walks of … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Hearts Arthur Miller
Hey all you Arthur Miller fanatics, listen up! Eclipse Theatre is performing a lesser-known, semi-autobiographical Miller play that takes place in a Brooklyn auto-parts warehouse called “A Memory of Two Mondays.” And Essay Fiesta suggests you see it! A few weeks ago, Essay Fiesta’s Alyson Lyon went to see the preview and was blown away … Continue reading
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