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Comedy in English : Green Light in Paris
### đ€ Green Light in Paris - STANDUP COMEDY IN ENGLISH to discover the city of lights đĄ
Green Light in Paris offers a **Unique Comedy Show every Tuesday** where the best comedians in Paris delve into **one theme** and fill you in on the Do's and Don'ts of **Parisian life** in the hip and trendy **11th arrondissement** (Near République & Canal-Saint Martin).
**THE fun thing to do in Paris** in English! Whether it's a fun date, a night out with friends, or just a chance to meet new people, our standup comedy club has it all.
**Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\*
**đ
Show Date**: Every Tuesday **at 8:00 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM)
đ **Located at : Les Marquises -**[145 Rue Oberkampf](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111")**, 75011 Paris**
[Short Preview of the show](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_uZbsNNQyl/)
đ€ **Who are the comedians?**
We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --*
**đ What is the show?**
A **traditional standup comedy** show with 3 acts, a first act, a middle act and a closing act. Three different comedians with different styles and enough time to experience comedy in a different setting.
đ« Get your Tickets: [GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr](https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr "https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr")
\#\#\#\# đïžBook your tickets now and secure your spot for a night to remember\! đïž
#### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :đ«
* You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. Please be on time so we can find you a seat before the show starts.
*\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.*
Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*đ€
đ€ English Stand-up Open Mic on Taco Tuesday đźđź
Hey there! Join us for our Margarita Mic aka Taco Tuesday! Discover new comedians from all around the world over the best margaritas in Paris đž
đ Comics will break the ice and mingle after the show, so it's a great way to meet people!
And what a CHEAP night out! Our venue just expects a purchase, but it's happy hour!
đźđź= 8âŹ
đș= 5âŹ
đïž FREE/Donation-Based (average donation = 10âŹ)
**DEETS**
âDoors 19h30/20h start (come early if you want to avoid the front row đ)
đToloache â 49 rue de Clignancourt, 75018 Paris
đČFind us on IG for more info @kuhlcomedy
Produced by [Kuhl Productions](https://www.kuhl-productions.org/ "https://www.kuhl-productions.org/"), a local non-profit live arts organization (PLATESV-D-2024-006628)
The Dissident Salon - Poetry, Prose, and Provocation by Alissa Leeds
The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Clubâs mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives.
Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club.
The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club.
**When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026
**Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM
**Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM
**Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009
Bring work that confronts.
We offer the microphone.
Cours de méditation : L'art de lùcher-prise
Cours pour tous niveaux, chaque séance est autonome.
Au programme :
* Une mĂ©ditation d'environ 15min pour nous dĂ©tendre et avoir lâesprit plus clair
* Un enseignement thĂ©matique de +/- 15min avec des conseils pratiques issus de la sagesse bouddhiste qui nous aident Ă ĂȘtre plus zen et joyeux jour aprĂšs jour
* Une mĂ©ditation de +/- 15min sur le thĂšme abordĂ© pour ancrer nos prises de conscience, dĂ©velopper des Ă©tats dâesprits constructifs et ainsi transformer peu Ă peu notre quotidien
Aucune expĂ©rience prĂ©alable nâest requise.
Tarifs de 8âŹ, 6⏠tarif rĂ©duit et gratuit avec le Pass MĂ©ditation.
+d'info et inscription sur : https://www.meditation-paris.org/activites/cours-de-meditation-45mn-mardi-paris-10-cmk/
Open Mic & Jam - Every Tuesday since 2013 !
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This is the 12th season of the Open Mic & Jam Around The Table !
Everybody's welcome to join us in a chill intimate atmosphere, sitting around the tables with pizzas and drinks. It's kinda like singing in your living room (or listening to live music there), but in a mic and surrounded by 30-40 people :) Everybody who wants to sing is welcome to perform one song on the first round, and 1 song on the second round depending on the time the first round finishes (usually first round ends at around 11.30 - 12). Sometimes, there's even a third round, but that's rare. No need to register before the event or even during, you're potentially registered at the moment you enter the room and can sing at the end of the round that you entered the circle. This is mostly an open mic and with some jamming around it, meaning that solo instruments can join in if the singer is comfortable with that (most of them are, but not always, so it's not guaranteed), so we often have some solo guitars, and more rarely some sax, cello, violin, etc. Percusions aren't allowed anymore unfortunately due to neighboors complaints.
People can either perform by themselves or sing along with others, or meet some guitar players or singers who could play / sing with them. If you can only sing but not play, try coming with someone who can play for you as Im never sure who will come and what they can or want to play (guitar players are here for fun, it's not guaranted they'll want to play what you want to sing, or even know the song at all). You can also just take the time to meet some musicans there and ask them if they know the songs you'd like to play cuz it's also a perfect atmosphere for musical experiments without any pressure and to meet a whole community of live music lovers. Or you can also just improvise, which is usually the easiest thing to do actually.
Of course, non musicians / singers can also just come and enjoy the atmosphere and music and meet the community. As I've been running those events for quite a while now and post them on Meetup and Couchsurfing, the crowd is a nice mix between expats, travellers and locals.
So let's meet at Nul Bar ailleurs - 18 rue de Cotte, métro Ledru Rollin (lign 8)
Happy hour until 9 PM with pints of beer for 3,5 euros cocktails for 5 (then 5 & 7 ⏠after 9 PM)
See you on tuesday(s) !
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On se retrouve autour de la table du sous-sol du Nul Bar Ailleurs - 18 rue de Cotte, métro Ledru Rollin sur la ligne 8 -, avec des bonnes pizzas et des bons cocktails !
Le micro est ouvert Ă tous au premier tour pendant lequel celleux qui veulent / peuvent chanter en auront l'occasion et le reste de la nuit est un peu plus improvisĂ© en fonction du monde et des gens qui sont lĂ . Il peut y avoir un deuxiĂšme oĂč il est possible de chanter 1 autre chanson en fonction du timing. L'idĂ©e est de se retrouver dans une ambiance intime et de crĂ©er une communautĂ© d'amateurs de live music, qu'ils soient musiciens, chanteurs ou public. Au niveau des nationalitĂ©s, c'est aussi un mĂ©lange de locaux, d'expats ou de voyageurs de passage.
Il s'agit en prioritĂ© d'un open mic oĂč l'on encourage certains instruments (guitares / sax / violon / violoncelle, etc) Ă faire des solos si le/la chanteur/se le veut, ce qui est le cas pour la grande majoritĂ© des gens. Les percussions sont par contre interdites Ă cause des plaintes des voisins.
Happy hour jusqu'à 21h avec pintes de biÚre à 3,5 ⏠et cocktails à 5 ⏠(puis 5 ⏠et 7 ⏠aprÚs 21h)
A mardi !
***
The host : Olivier Domengie has been organizing weekly open mics, jam sessions and monthly songwriting worskhops in Paris for over 5 years, along with tours all around Europe. He's also a singer-songwriter who goes by the name The Mind Traveller : www.themindtraveller.com or www.facebook.com/mindtravellerparis
Drinks & Movie Night đż Trois Couleurs: Rouge
**Trois Couleurs: Rouge â đđ đ«đ·đđđđ đŹđ§đđđđđđđđđ + Midnight in Paris Tour**
**đŹ Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19th, Drinks at 7pm at Tournebride Bar and Screening at 8pm**
**đœïž CinĂ©ma: ĂpĂ©e de Bois, 100 Rue Mouffetard, Paris 5**
**đïž Movie Tickets: âŹ5.00 â âŹ9.90**
**https://achat.cine-epeedebois.fr/reserver/F28703/D1779213600/VF/264944/**
**đïžTour Tickets: âŹ18 https://my.weezevent.com/lost-in-frenchlation-x-cine-balade-present-midnight-in-paris-movie-tour-17**
**In this third and final installment of the three-color series, a young woman named Valentine, a student at the University of Geneva and a model, accidentally runs over a dog. The dog is only injured. On a tag attached to its collar, Valentine finds the owner's address. He is a judge...**
**Watch the trailer with English subtitles: https://www.criterionchannel.com/videos/three-colors-red-trailer**
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[STAND-UP] The Dissident Comedy Show: hosted by Maddie Storm
Laugh your heart out at The Dissident Comedy Show this Wednesday, May 20th at 8:45PM, in one of Parisâs best jazz bars! Donât miss this unique night of stand-up comedy in both French and English. After the stand up we will have a jazz concert for which you are most welcome to stay.
Venez vous marrer au Dissident Comedy Show mercredi 20 Mai Ă 20H45, dans lâun des meilleurs bars jazz de Paris ! Ne manquez pas cette soirĂ©e unique de stand-up en français et en anglais. AprĂšs le stand-up, un concert de jazz aura lieu, et vous ĂȘtes bien sĂ»r les bienvenus pour rester.
đïž MERCREDI 20 MAI de 20H45 Ă 22H15
đ 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris
đŽ entrĂ©e = 1 boisson
đ visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus dâinformations
Les 10 commandements du clown
Venez explorer les paradoxes du clown pour libérer votre style :
"*Pour trouver la liberté, tu chercheras la contrainte*."
InspirĂ© par les cĂ©lĂšbres "**Dix Commandements du Clown**", cet atelier dâĂ©criture s'adresse Ă tous, habituĂ© de la plume ou un parfait dĂ©butant.
En adoptant la posture du clown â dĂ©tendu, vif et Ă©lĂ©gant â vous apprendrez Ă aller jusqu'au bout de vos idĂ©es , sans jamais douter de votre lĂ©gitimitĂ©, mĂȘme dans l'incertitude la plus totale.
Rejoignez-nous pour une expĂ©rience oĂč le rire et la profondeur se rencontrent au bout du stylo !
Limité à 6 participants.
\*\* ESSAI GRATUIT \*\* sur demande Ă anes.sensibles@free.fr
Standup Comedy in English - Green Mic Comedy
ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS!
## đšColor your Sunday with laughter đ@ Green Mic !!! đđ€
Join us at **Green Mic Comedy** where the ***crĂšme de la crĂšme of Parisian comedians*** will illuminate your Sunday night with waves of laughter!
**Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, **BBC**, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\*
**đ
When ?**
* Every **Sunday**
* Doors Open at **7:00 PM - 19H00**
* Show Starts at **7:30 PM - 19H30**
đ **Where** : **Ma Cocotte du Faubourg**.-
[5 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e3e7d7639ad:0x582be8084e69e46a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)
đ Easily accessible from
* Métro Lines 8 & 9 (Grands Boulevards)
* Métro Line 3 (Bourse)
đ€ **Who are the comedians ?** We book **different comedians every week** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New zeland, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --*
đ€ **Why Green Mic ?** đ Our promise is that you'll have a great Sunday night and have Enough laughters for the Week ! **Green Mic is a feel-good show** where you can stay for drinks after the show and hangout at The Frog Pubs. We Also offer **Happy-hours prices** when you **show your tickets at the door**.
đïž Secure your spot! Grab your tickets on Eventbrite: GreenMicComedy.eventbrite.fr đïž (Check out more links in our bio đ±)
\*\*This show is crowd-funded with a pay-what-you-can price and we recommend 12 euros and 5 euros for students with no obligation to pay.
#ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis đ
Standup Comedy in English - Showcase @Montmartre
ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS!
### Green Mic Friday Fun Comedy Night
\*\*\* English Standup Comedy \*\*\* đŹđ§
\*\*\* 1 hour show \*\*\* đ đ€
\*\*\* Food & Drinks \*\*\* đ·đ đșđ„
\*\*\* New Lineup every show \*\*\* đđ
\*\*\* Comedians from all around the world \*\*\* đșđ
**đ
Show Date**: Every Friday **at 8:30 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM)
đ Location : Au Soleil de la Butte, [32 Rue Muller, 75018 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e5d35241d2d:0x1ad390baa0a06d14?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e5d35241d2d:0x1ad390baa0a06d14?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111")
đđ Stations : MĂ©tro Line 2(Anvers) or Line 4 & Line 12
\- 6 min walk from The **Basilica of SacrĂ© CĆur de Montmartre**
đ« Get your Tickets on Eventbrite : [GreenFun.EventBrite.fr](https://GreenFun.EventBrite.fr "https://GreenFun.EventBrite.fr") đ«
**Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\*
đ€ **Who are the comedians?**
We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --*
#### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :đ«
* You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY.
*\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.*
Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*đ€
#ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis đ
"Crime et Chùtiment" au Théùtre de la Huchette
"Crime et Chùtiment" au Théùtre de la Huchette (Paris 5e)
Informations et réservation :
https://www.theatre-huchette.com/crime-et-chatiment/
(chacun gĂšre son billet)
La piÚce démarre à 21h et dure environ 1h35. Retrouvons-nous sur place vers 20h30.
AprÚs la représentation, nous pourrons pour ceux qui le souhaitent aller prendre un verre dans le quartier.
Stage dâimprovisation théùtrale - IMPROvise
đâš Envie de rire, de crĂ©er et de te surprendre ? âšđ
Viens plonger dans lâunivers joyeusement dĂ©jantĂ© de lâimprovisation théùtrale ! Ici, pas de texte Ă apprendre, pas de pression : juste le plaisir de jouer, dâimaginer et de partager un super moment ensemble.
Que tu sois grand·e dĂ©butant·e ou impro-addict confirmé·e, tu es plus que bienvenu·e đ€
Lâatelier se dĂ©roule dans une ambiance fun, bienveillante et ultra conviviale.
â± 2 heures pour lĂącher prise et tâĂ©clater, au programme :
Des Ă©chauffements dynamiques pour briser la glace (et les zygomatiques đ)
Des jeux pour dire bye-bye au stress et bonjour à la spontanéité
Des impros délirantes pour créer ensemble des histoires uniques
Du rire, du fun, des rencontres⊠et sĂ»rement quelques fous rires incontrĂŽlĂ©s đ
đ Infos pratiques
Groupe Ă taille humaine
Tenue confortable conseillĂ©e (oui, on bouge đ)
Participation : 10 âŹ
Les infos pratiques arrivent en message privé
Viens jouer, oser, incarner mille personnages et repartir avec le smile XXL
Nous dĂ©clinons toute responsabilitĂ© en cas dâincident.
Ă trĂšs vite âšïž
Hocine & SolĂšne đŹđ
Théùtre dâimpro đ - by Kpten Impro
Atelier dâimpro
Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libÚre ton potentiel !
L'improvisation théùtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective !
Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi !
Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés.
L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme :
Des Ă©chauffements dynamiques pour ĂȘtre Ă lâaise rapidement avec le groupe.
La gestion du stress et le lĂącher prise,
Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémÚres,
Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres âŠ
Infos pratiques :
- Nombre de participants limité
- Prévoir une tenue confortable
-Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler
- Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé
Venez vous essayer, vous dĂ©passer, jouer des personnages⊠vous permettant de passer des moments dâexception.
Nous dĂ©clinons toute responsabilitĂ© en cas dâincident, lors des ateliers.
Hocine et SolĂšne
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Sunday Arts & Crafternoon: Launch Event! đ
**Letâs kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makersâthis is the space for you.
đ§” **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**đ Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**â±ïž Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**â ïž A Note on RSVPs**
Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel.
***
**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games!
The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime!
Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!
Brunch Social at 17 Arrows Kitchen & Bar
Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable brunch at 17 Arrows Kitchen and Bar!
This is a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy good food, and ease into the weekend with great conversation. Whether youâre new to the group or itâs your first event, youâll feel right at home.
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for May is "Ink"
Speak Easy: true stories, told live.
The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast.
Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect.
The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!
Must See Thursday: I LOVE BOOSTERS at the Drexel + GRAETER'S!
Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza GonzĂĄlez, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore.
BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this yearâs SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, âan unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.â Others call the film âan exercise in radical empathy,â a âmasterfulâ and âoptimisticâ film designed to âprovoke discussionâ while making the audience laugh.
TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c)
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETERâS! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that theyâve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available.
PLAN: Weâll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Feel Good Friday: POWER BALLAD at the Gateway Film Center + SHAKE NO. 8!
Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Hereâs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor.
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this yearâs Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it âa sure-fired crowd-pleaserâ that âjust might be the feel-good hit of the year!â Others say, âPaul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmerâ thatâs both âhilarious and deeply moving!â
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php)
PLAN: Weâll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show!
Should be a fun one, Dan
Shut Up & Write!Âź East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weâve discovered that itâs strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itâs true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
**SCHEDULE:**
6:45ish - Quick introductions
7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:00 - The End
**OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
**BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you!
**OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:**
* **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space!
* **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.











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