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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Taylor Tomlinson: Actually\, Nevermind Live in Conversation in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:“One of the most acclaimed\, in-demand superstars of comedy” (New York Times)  joins us for an intimate conversation about growing up\, changing your mind\, and figuring things out as you go.\n\nOne of the most celebrated stand-ups working today\, Taylor Tomlinson has headlined four Netflix specials\, including Have It All\, which debuted at number one. She has been named as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30\, Time’s 100 Next and The Hollywood Reporter’s 100 Most Powerful Women in Hollywood. In 2023\, her comedy tour was the seventh highest-grossing of the year\, making her the only woman to make the top ten. \nIn this special In Conversation event\, she will take us on a tour of her brain and share her shifting opinions about everything from love and relationships\, mental health and therapy\, religion and sex\, food and body image\, being the eldest daughter and the only woman in late-night TV\, to ghosts\, morning people\, and more. \nWith the same unflinching honesty that fuels her beloved stand-up specials\, she will capture the dizzying contradictions of adulthood in the modern world: wanting independence while craving reassurance\, chasing self-improvement while resisting change\, and finally learning that certainty can be overrated. “True wisdom\,” says Taylor\, “is accepting how little you know\, and real maturity is becoming as flexible as possible. (Emotionally\, not physically. Real maturity also means needing to stretch way more).”
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/taylor-tomlinson-actually-nevermind-live-in-conversation-in-chicago/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:comedy,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Gay for Pay: Fall Festicle
DESCRIPTION:Gay for Pay is BACK to celebrate the changing of the seasons with Fall Festicle! This month’s fall-themed show at The Lincoln Lodge has standup\, characters\, burlesque\, and more variety acts with an all-LGBTQ+ lineup featuring Claire Sundbye\, Colette Gregory\, Jeremy Plumb\, Keagstar\, and headliner Gwen Rose. Hosted by Dan Hickey and Mary Fiala.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gay-for-pay-fall-festicle/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:Comedians That Are Gay
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the beloved Chicago show\, Comedians You Should Know\, CTAG is a show that centers LGBTQIA+ Stand Up Comedy for all audiences to witness. LGBTQIA+ comedians are not a monolith and not only is the purpose of this show to show that\, but to unite audiences across the spectrum of attraction and gender. A Pride Show outside of Pride Month!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/comedians-that-are-gay-3/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:Funny Is Female Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:50+ female and female-identifying comics from around the country come to Oak Park\, Illinois to perform on two stages over four days. The festival is a safe space for feminist\, queer\, and trans voices. From comedians you know like Marina Franklin and Ariel Elias to your new favorites\, Funny Is Female has something for anyone who cares about women’s voices. Visit comedyplex.com for more information.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/funny-is-female-comedy-festival/
LOCATION:Comedy Plex\, Oak Park\, 1128 Lake Street\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,festival
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SUMMARY:Queer Halloween Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd annual queer Halloween Costume Party at Whiskey Girl Tavern! Hosted by sideshow clown Violet Chaos.\n-Free to attend.\n-3 musical acts\, 1 comedian.\n-Costume contest around 10pm in 3 categories (Best DIY\, Best group/couples\, Most horrific)\n-21+
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-halloween-bash/
LOCATION:Whiskey Girl Tavern\, 6318 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,concert-music-karaoke
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SUMMARY:The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION:he greatest holiday show south of the North Pole is back with another brand spankin’ new wintertide wonder! Award-winning comedy icons\, writers\, actors\, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon are coming back to town with the wildly successful\, internationally acclaimed\, “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.” Throughout the show’s 9-year history\, Jinkx and DeLa have met sentient Christmas treats\, twisted space-time with Dickensian Ghosts\, ventured to the Nutcracker’s Land of Sweets\, as well as survived immaculate conceptions\, AI\, body swaps\, and elf attacks. You never know what wild and unexpected sleigh ride these queens have in store. \nWhatever the twists and turns\, fans can expect another year of over-the-top camp spectacle\, side-splitting gags\, brand new songs\, heartfelt storytelling\, thrilling dance numbers\, and iconic costumes. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly as “the reigning queens of Christmas\,” this show is not only a moment of respite\, but a celebration of community\, at a time when we need it most of all.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-jinkx-dela-holiday-show/
LOCATION:Auditorium Theatre\, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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