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Playwright Emily Bohannon on trusting Riverside Theatre with 'The Fianc,' inspired by her broken engagement
2+ hour, 50+ min ago (258+ words) After more than a decade, Emily Bohannon, a graduate of the Juilliard Playwrights Program, finally got to see her play, The Fianc, for the first time on stage. The opportunity came via a world premiere at Iowa City's Riverside Theatre,…...
Margaret Cho discusses performing in red states, conservative comedians and the benefits of bombing onstage
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (560+ words) It's been said that you should never meet your heroes. However, as a workaholic Asian-American trying to make her way in the comedy world from the heart of Iowa, I've never been one for listening to the word "should." So,…...
True Love " March 2026
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (61+ words) Little Village Magazine This comic was originally published in Little Village's March 2026 issue. Your charitable gifts support freely accessible, independent reporting on Iowa news, culture and events. To suggest an update, email editor@littlevillagemag. com. As an independent publication, we…...
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Cedar Rapids, IA
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (136+ words) The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show " Cedar Rapids, IA'Little Village Magazine Explore upcoming festivals, fairs, concerts, theatre and more using our Iowa events calendar. The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show " Cedar Rapids, IA The…...
Dante Powell hosts one of Iowa's hottest comedy shows: 'I'm not bootlicking, I'm not tip-toeing. I am who I am"
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (1184+ words) Dante's Comedy Revue is a monthly residency at The Ingersoll, Des Moines' premium dinner theater, which reopened in January after extensive renovations. On any other night, the spot may be subdued, even downright posh " but when Powell takes the stage…...
INSIDE OUT 2
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (101+ words) Little Village Magazine School is out, so join us for a FREE screening of a family classic complete with discounted concessions! Presented in partnership with the Iowa City Downtown District. "Sparky, kaleidoscopic and boldly honest about the tougher side of…...
The Big Silly: Improv Comedy Jam
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (85+ words) @ the x Bk Annex MONDAYS (except 2nd Mondays) Doors: 7: 30pm |Show: 8pm FREE SHOW " NO TICKETS REQUIRED Welcome to The Big Silly! Every Monday, improvisers take over the x Bk Annex and jam! A jam is like an open mic, but for improv…...
Comedy Showcase! with Bit By Bit Comedy
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (240+ words) Get ready for a night of bold, joyful comedy! This bright night of stand-up comes to you from the Bit By Bit Comedy Workshop, and features our greatest performers. Headlining are two of the founders, Lisa Rossi and Mel Mackey....