Hello Essay Fiesta fans! This past show was a spectacular tapestry of storytelling, from Claire Zulkey’s piece about living next to a dead body to Jason Economus sharing his love publicly for all the women of his 20s. A funny, touching and magical night! But just because Essay Fiesta is over doesn’t mean the stories … Continue reading
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Get to Know: Jason Economus
Hey Essay Fiesta folks! Just a few short days until the next Essay Fiesta. And boy is it a doozy. We got all kinds of talent convening to celebrate the art of storytelling. And one of these creative folks is performer extraordinairre Jason Economus. Jason is an actor, director, writer and comic. The guy has … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Announces February Line-Up
February is for lovers, and coincidentally so is Essay Fiesta. In fact, we consider every show a love fest. We love the Book Cellar, we love 826CHI, we love our sponsors Southport Grocery & Cafe and our partner Chicago Underground Comedy. And most of all, we love you. And we hope you love the readers … Continue reading
Essay Fiesta Announces June Line-Up
Hey Essay Fiesta fans! Our June line-up has shaped up to be an eclectic mix of extraordinary talent. Mark your calendars for June 20 at 7 p.m. and prepare to have your socks completely wowed off. Essay Fiesta is proud to welcome: Actor, writer and director Jason Economus . . . . Story Club producer … 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
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