Who doesn’t love a Threadless t-shirt?! Quirky, smart, arty, well-fitting and original, Threadless tee’s deliver the fashion goods. And here at Essay Fiesta, Threadless (via alum Kristen Studard) have been incredibly generous, donating a multitude of gift certificates to our raffle…making it tee-rrific!! So, if you’re down with Threadless, get out to the Museum of … Continue reading
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Essay Fiesta Reads The Shallots Web Blog
Do you tire of recycling the same recipes week after week? Are you looking to infuse your diet with some new spices, some new tastes? Help is here. Essay Fiesta recommends Shallots Web, a food blog written by Essay Fiesta alum John Newton. Shallots Web provides easy-to-follow recipes for all occasions. Recent posts include a … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Announces October Line-Up!
Can you believe that it’s been almost a year since Alyson and Keith started Essay Fiesta? In these 11 shows, we’ve hosted dozens of artists and hundreds of audience members. Plus, you all have helped us raise nearly $1,500 for Howard Brown Health Center. As we round out our year, we have yet another great … Continue reading
Get To Know Ian Belknap
I know what you’re thinking. “Two posts in one day! That’s unbelievable!” Believe it. Essay Fiesta has the endurance of a cheetah. And our last reader to highlight has the temperament of one. It’s the very talented Ian Belknap. You may know Ian from his appearances at The Paper Machete or as the Minister of … Continue reading
Get To Know Noelle Krimm
Sorry we didn’t post anything to the blog yesterday. Essay Fiesta was busy doing some behind-the-scenes work, and we ended up being too tired to touch our computers. But now we’re back on the blogging wagon, and we’re here to tell you about another one of our fantastic readers: Noelle Krimm! We first saw Noelle, … Continue reading
Get To Know Andrew Reilly
Us Essay Fiesta folks love 2nd Story, the theatrical storytelling series that hosts shows at Webster’s Wine Bar, Morseland and other locations. That’s why we are pleased as punch to welcome 2nd Story contributor Andrew Reilly to our show. Andrew is an award-winning writer. He has written for a number of publications including The Onion’s … Continue reading
Get To Know Rebecca Rine-Stone
Yo, Essay Fiesta peeps! We love our returning readers just as much as we love our new readers. And this returning reader is no exception. She’s incredibly talented and incredibly nice, and she has an incredible hyphenated last name. It’s Rebecca Rine-Stone! Rebecca is the author of the hilarious collection of true-life tales Sunbathing in … Continue reading
Get To Know Scott Smith
Hey there Essay Fiesta fans! It’s the week before our next big show, which means it’s time for reader profiles! Today, we are spotlighting a man who is no stranger to the writing business. It’s journalist and editor Scott Smith! Scott has a lengthy Chicago-based journalism resume. This new media man has worked for some … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Says Get To Know Christopher Piatt
Are you bored today and have nothing to do? Then Essay Fiesta recommends you check out The Paper Machete, the weekly live magazine show hosted by Christopher Piatt. What’s so special about Christopher Piatt? He’s reading at the next Essay Fiesta! Chris is the former theater editor at TimeOut Chicago. This magazine man then left … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Says Get To Know Kristen Studard
You know how Essay Fiesta always gives away cool prizes? You know how we give away Threadless gift certificates? Well, you have Kristen Studard to thank for that. And guess what? She’s reading at this next Essay Fiesta! Besides being a member of Threadless’ kick-ass marketing team, Kristen is an amazingly talented improviser. She’s done … Continue reading
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