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Essay Fiesta Recommends Stories at the Store

Last night, Keith and Alyson were invited by local writer and actress Jennifer Bosworth to read at Stories at the Store, a brand new monthly reading series. This is a professional job people. Great sound equipment, a wonderful setting, great bartenders, booze, a very receptive audience and extraordinarily talented readers. Also, all readers get an … Continue reading →

Janelle Monae!!!!

Sorry about not posting this super special post until today. There were some technical issues yesterday. Anyway, hip-hop, neo-soul animatronic soon-to-be superstar Janelle Monae performed two nights in a row at Schuba’s Tavern. If you’ve never heard of Janelle Monae then you are doing your ears a major disservice. Watch her video from her EP … Continue reading →

Stories at the Store!

Keith and Alyson will both be reading pieces at Stories at the Store, a new reading series located at Lincoln Park’s The Store. Come check us out! STORIES AT THE STORE Wednesday March 31 8pm The Store 2002 N. Halsted Come See Very Cool People Tell Very Cool Stories This month’s storytellers: Daniel Leroy Jen … Continue reading →

Alyson and Keith Are Doing Things!

In case you missed it, the lovely Alyson Lyon made an appearance on the L.A. radio show The Hollywood London Show. She discussed all things Matt Dillon, including her catchy little song, as well as Essay Fiesta. Way to plug us, Alyson! You can now listen to Alyson’s interview on the show’s archives (skip to … Continue reading →

Essay Fiesta Is Getting Buzz

Of course you’ve heard about Essay Fiesta. You’re on this Web site, aren’t you? Or did you just stumble here, accidentally, serendipitously even. A pleasant meandering that by the good fortune of the gods has landed you smack dab in the middle of our humble plot of cyberspace. Well, whatever the case may be, THERE … Continue reading →

Listen to Alyson Live on the Internet This Saturday!

Remember that little Matt Dillon ditty that Alyson penned not too long ago? Well you can hear the studio version this Saturday on The Hollywood London Show. Alyson will be speaking to host Jayjay Epega live on the air at 12:35 p.m. Mark your calendars, watches and swatches! To listen, visit LATalkRadio.com.

Review of “Hey! Dancin’!”

Whether you remember the ’80s fondly or with contempt, you’ll probably love the new play “Hey! Dancin’!” by the Factory Theater. Keith sure liked it. In fact, he wrote a review about it for the Chicago Theater Blog. Go ahead and read it. Then go see “Hey! Dancin’!” because nothing helps generate more good local … Continue reading →

Essay Fiesta’s April Line-Up

Wait no longer folks. Behold! Essay Fiesta’s April line-up in all its list-like glory! (The show will be on April 19th at the Book Cellar at 7 p.m.) Stand-up comic Cameron Esposito Writer, activist and the brains behind LifeLube.org Jim Pickett Stand-up comic and Second City Training Center instructor Bryan Bowden Science fiction writer William … Continue reading →

Give Inner Peace and Janna Sobel a Chance

Last night, Alyson attended Essay Fiesta alumni Janna Sobel‘s Sunset Meditation class, and it was fantastic! If meditation has always been a mystery or intimidating to you, Janna’s class is a place where you can ask questions and just be guided by a great person dedicated to this practice. The hour-long mediation, which is done … Continue reading →