About the speaker
Kurt Jolly is a queer Chicago-based writer, director and performer. They have a diverse experience in many artistic avenues: teaching art education, performing on the stage, and working behind the writing desk and the camera. Like their name, they look to find the joy and happiness in the world while also acknowledging its darkness. Upcoming projects include a horror comedy film 🎥 “Death Fest 3000” and a one person show 🎭.
Nic (they/them) is a self-taught artist offering fine line, soft realism, dotwork, and stipple style tattoos. They have been tattooing for several years in Illinois and Colorado, Nic is currently based in Chicago, IL, at the beautiful serene Evergreen Studios.
Madeline Loshaw is a collector of stuff she finds on the sidewalk. She loves recognizing patterns of waste and organizing discarded items in new ways to return their value. She is also the creator of the tiny lil actions chicago newsletter and is currently improving foster kittens' lives by introducing them to Taylor Swift's discography.
Local partners
The Den Theatre believes in the power of human connection. Our mission is to bring artists and audiences together in the spirit of respect, empathy, and community. We are a center for entertainment and artistic expression, providing a warm and diverse environment where everyone feels welcome and empowered to gather, play, create and share.
Big Shoulders Coffee offers a selection of daily roasted coffees; featuring single-origin coffees from micro producers, seasonal blends, and customer favorites. @bigshoulderscoffee
Busy Beaver is a Chicago based, women owned business who understand the importance of expression, sharing ideas, and building community. Which is why we love turning your ideas into handmade shareable custom buttons and stickers for over 25 years in our solar powered “Dam”“ in Chicago!
Constantly refining recipes, the Downstate Donuts team won best donut in Chicago with one key ingredient: potato. Since then, “this is the best donut I’ve ever had” is a common refrain. We blend seasonal flavors and quality ingredients with potato to make you rethink donuts.
Chicago native DJ/Producer Mike Caliber has been playing some of Chicago’s Top Nitelife venues for over ten and has been DJing for almost 20 years ago. His music production has been featured on various TV programs and he is currently working towards his goal of becoming a national media personality. Follow DJ Mike Caliber on Instagram @djmikecaliber
Additional details
📍Location: The Den Theatre - 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
🚉 Nearest Train Station(s): Damen & Division from the CTA Blue Line
🚌 Nearest Bus Route(s): Ashland (9), Damen (50), Milwaukee (56), Division (70), and North Ave (72)
🚘 Parking: Limited parking is available in front of The Den Theatre. We recommend using SpotHero to secure your parking spot at an affordable cost.
📩 Registered attendees will be emailed a list of event-specific details such as the closest CTA stop and any event space access notes.
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