Thank you so much for all those who came to my show and/or helped to promote it! I have one last favor to ask. Head to the link below and vote for my show in the three categories below. Voting is live until Sunday, July 21 at 7:00pm. The awards will be announced on Sunday,Continue reading “AUDIENCE AWARDS #capfringe24”
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Rated 4/5 Stars
After my first weekend of doing shows, I’ve gotten all kinds of good, actionable feedback about my show, “Black Smoke Showing: Stories of African American Firefighters.” People helping me with the show have offered tips. Friends and family have told me what they loved and laughed at. People who saw the 45-minute version and gaveContinue reading “Rated 4/5 Stars”
One More Show!
What a weekend! It’s been thrilling, exhausting, full of action, and full of laughs all the way through. It’s one thing to put together a project that you think might work. But to see it actually work is truly reaffirming its purpose. I so appreciate all that have made it out already. There is stillContinue reading “One More Show!”
Update about the Black Smoke Showing!
The show is almost here! Did you get tickets yet? If not, know that ticket sales are picking up. Here’s the direct link to get tickets before they are gone: Here are some logistical things to know: For ticket holders, I will email you the day before with information about parking, seating, and any otherContinue reading “Update about the Black Smoke Showing!”
Sharing History Over a Cup of Coffee
After getting my coffee and muffin, I wait at table in the coffee shop for my mentor. When she walks in, I’ve just taken the first sip of my all-black cup of energy with three sugars. I’ve known her for years, yet some things never change. She has a smile and energy to match theContinue reading “Sharing History Over a Cup of Coffee”
I’ve Got Some Stories To Tell
Well, below you are going to find all the important parts of attending the show. Before we get there, let me start off with the parts of this show that are important to me. This show is years of me discovering African American history and wanting to share it with others. This show is yearsContinue reading “I’ve Got Some Stories To Tell”
One Last Show!
This is it! One last time for me to add in the feedback from other shows to deliver fire service history in a fun way. Thanks to all who saw the show and gave feedback. I’m excited to do it one last time on 27 April. Check the info below so you can be inContinue reading “One Last Show!”
The Show “Secondary Search” Starts this Weekend!
That’s right, folks! This weekend is the big kickoff! In my show, I will combine comedy and storytelling to tell stories about African Americans in the fire service. There will be three shows, each slightly different as I switch out stories for each show. The show dates are 6, 13, and 27 Apr (Fridays) startingContinue reading “The Show “Secondary Search” Starts this Weekend!”
45 Minutes of Fire Service Stories!
Are you in the Washington, DC area in April? If so, I’d love to have you come check out my show during the 25th Artomatic! What is Artomatic? Don’t worry; I asked the same question a few months ago. The simple version is that it’s an art festival that takes over a renovated office buildingContinue reading “45 Minutes of Fire Service Stories!”
Upcoming Events
It’s been a while since I’ve told you all what I’m doing. Trust me when I tell you, there’s always plenty to do. My event schedule is starting to fill up again. I don’t have all the info just yet, but here is what to be on the lookout for: I’m waiting to hear backContinue reading “Upcoming Events”
Stories, Jokes, and Talks with Folks 