Tonight is the final performance of , which mashes up a trio of solo sketch performances from Chicago-based writer/performers Dan Bazaldua, Nick Mestad, and John O'Toole. It's a great showcase of eclectic, engaging solo shows that you should make a point to check out if you haven't yet had the chance! The show's at 10:30pm, at iO's beautiful Del Close Theatre. I had the pleasure of talking to all three of the layers of cake in advance of tonight's show. Read that below!
Read MoreThe Ghoulashes- "Ghoul Schoul"
Walt Delaney and John O'Toole are The Ghoulashes, a Halloween rock band that recently dropped the single "Ghoul Schoul." Originally released in 1964, the single finds the band at their spooky best, and was released in anticipation of their , a fundraiser to help finance their upcoming 2014 tour of Kosovo, happening this Thursday at the Upstairs Gallery.
Check out "Ghoul Schoul" below and don't miss the Ghoulashes Halloween Spooktacular and Telethon!
Read MoreInterview: Walt Delaney, John O'Toole, and Mike Klasek of Small Americans
Small Americans is a long-form short film produced in 2012 by Walt Delaney, Mike Klasek, Zephian Michaels, and John O'Toole that follows the ridiculous events of a local election in New Burnside, IL. The film was retooled after a screening in October of last year, and a new cut will be !
In advance of tonight's screening, I talked to Walt, Mike, and John about the creation of the film.
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