Save the Rec Center
In an attempt to save the rec center from being torn down by an evil corporation backed by private equity, a beloved group of characters do what any 80s trope does best: put on the best variety show they possibly can. Showcasing Chicago's best comedic talent across all forms of sketch, improv, stand up, and music.
Show Program - Cast & Creative Team
Billionaire Fight Club
Musical Guest
Cory Lara
Stand Up
David Factor
Stand Up
Emma Vasquez
Leading Lady
Jake Beauvais
Host
James Gordon
CEO
Lisa Marie Farver
Comedic Poetry
ZAHAHA
Puppet Act
Billionaire Fight Club
Billionaire Fight Club is an anticapitalist indie punk band out of Chicago. Powered by righteous anger, lyrical Molotovs, and a smack of theater kid energy, BFC’s music seeks to be the soundtrack that private equity scoundrels listen to in hell.
Emma Vásquez
Emma Vásquez is a performer based in Chicago. Currently attends the university of Illinois at Chicago and part of a dance team called evolution. Which is part of the Asian American Student in Alliance. Has had experience doing theatre in highschool and community theatre. Hoping to put herself out there and hoping to be part of more productions in the future.
Jake Beauvais
Jake Beauvais (pronounced boh-vay) is a Chicago-based actor, originally hailing from Alaska. He is an ensemble member of the Murder Mystery Company, and a frequent collaborator of Naked Angels Chicago and their cold reading series Tuesdays@9. Jake is a graduate of the University of Alaska Anchorage with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, with a performance emphasis.