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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 Recommends The Artist’s Way

As we say goodbye to summer, is anyone finding themselves in a bit of a creative slump? Well, Essay Fiesta‘s Alyson Lyon isn’t afraid to say that she’s felt slumpy before. When the slump gets to be a bit too slumpy, Alyson turns to the Artist’s Way. What is the Artist’s Way? Well, it ain’t … Continue reading →

Essay Fiesta Says See Some Theater

It’s beginning to look a lot like fall, and that means us Essay Fiesta people are starting to go see some plays. From burlesque, to Mamet to musicals, there’s so much theater to see this time of year as companies launch their new seasons. Overwhelmed by the selection? Than check out one of the best … Continue reading →

Booking Essay Fiesta

¡Hey Essay Fiesta fans! As you may have noticed, there is a new Booking tab at the top of the Essay Fiesta website. For quite some time, Essay Fiesta’s producers Alyson and Keith have been working on putting together a standalone version of the hit reading series that schools, universities, organizations, businesses and other institutions … Continue reading →

Essay Fiesta Visits The Chicago Fringe Festival

Yo! Essay Fiesta fans! The first-ever Chicago Fringe Festival is officially underway in the Pilsen neighborhood, boasting a bazillion shows on a gazillion stages from all over the country, world and stratosphere! Last night Essay Fiesta’s Alyson Lyon went to the Casa Aztlan and saw The Steve Show. The Steve Show is written by and … Continue reading →