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Truth in Comedy, or TiC for short, is a storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse. It's a unique experience that's raw and beautiful. Three individuals will tell a story from their life, aka their truth, where they are willing to be open, honest, and vulnerable. Afterward, a comedian will perform a set inspired by the story. At the end of the night, an artist will present three pieces they created, each inspired by one of…

Cosplay Burlesque = Nerdlesque with KC Burlesque, Burlesque Downtown Underground! Kansas City's FAVORITE cosplay/nerdlesque show! Kansas City's own Burlesque Downtown Underground is storming the city once again with acts that are hotter than the summer heat! Join us at The Bird Comedy Theater in the Crossroads, for this action-packed show of good versus evil! You will be entertained by not only an all-star line-up of BDU performers who are all professional actresses, dancers, singers, and fire performers! Join Kansas City’s…

THAT’S NO MOVIE creates movies based on YOUR suggestion. On stage. On the spot. This is a unique, fast-paced, improvised comedy show where actors make up the plot, dialogue, camera angles, sound effects, even stunts. Whether you are a cinephile or casual movie fan, you’ll laugh at improvised versions of Hitchcock, Disney Princess, Superhero, 80s Fantasy, Rom Coms, and many others! THAT’S NO MOVIE has entertained audiences across the country, including New York City, Chicago, St. Louis, Omaha, St. Paul,…

Truth in Comedy, or TiC for short, is a storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse. It's a unique experience that's raw and beautiful. Three individuals will tell a story from their life, aka their truth, where they are willing to be open, honest, and vulnerable. Afterward, a comedian will perform a set inspired by the story. At the end of the night, an artist will present three pieces of art they created, each inspired by…

Critically-acclaimed comedian Jamie Campbell brings his heartwarming and hilarious show Big Dad Energy back to the stage for one night only. Campbell’s show was a KC Fringe Fest fan favorite, named “Best of Fringe,” and now you can be in the audience for the official live recording of his show! Jamie Campbell is not your father. He’s not ANYBODY’S father. But, he sure seems like he could be. In a show that combines stand-up, storytelling, and a touch of musical…