AUTHENTICALLY YOURS, A Benefit - July 21

AUTHENTICALLY YOURS A Variety Show Fundraiser for Open Space Arts Monday, July 21 | Doors at 6 PM, Show at 7 PM Lips Drag Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar — 2229 S Michigan Ave, Chicago Join us for a fierce and fabulous night of music, dance, drag, and dazzling talent at AUTHENTICALLY YOU, a one-of-a-kind variety show celebrating the power of being seen, heard, and true to yourself. The talent line-up includes Beckie Menzie, Kevin Wood, Robert Ollis, Jill Renn, Andy Lanbros, Androgenique, Melissa Young, and Male Spice. The host for the evening is Shalita Cake! This unforgettable evening at Lips — Chicago’s iconic drag show palace — will raise funds to support Open Space Arts’ bold new season, including the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY, the acclaimed British stage hit making its U.S. debut this fall. Expect a glittering lineup of performers across genres, surprise guests, a splash of sass, and a whole lot of heart — all in support of queer creativity and culture. ✨ Tickets: $100 – "Superstar Circle" (priority seating, cocktail voucher, program listing, and exclusive OSA thank-you gift) $175 Superstar Duo (all of the above for a couple) $50 – "Fabulous Friend" (general seating and shoutout in the program) $25 – "Standing Proud" Bar Seating 100% of proceeds benefit Open Space Arts’ mission to uplift marginalized voices through theater, film fests, and community-driven arts. Be bold. Be brilliant Authentically Yours.

  • Becky Menzie, Kevin Wood, Robert Ollis, Melissa Young, Jill Renn, Andy Lanbros, Androgenique, Male Spice. The host for the evening is Shalita Cake!
  • 100 minutes
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About Open Space Arts

The QUEER EXPRESSION FILM AND THEATER FEST showcases powerful LGBTQ+ storytelling through five exciting components:

  • Full productions of bold and innovative plays.
  • Staged readings of classic and new plays.
  • Staged readings of winners from our QUEER EXPRESSION WRITING CONTEST FOR STAGE AND SCREEN.
  • In-person screenings of feature films at FACETS in Chicago.
  • A virtual selection of short and mid-length films, available for streaming anywhere.

Learn more about our programs at openspacearts.org.