Starring Zach Perez, Directed by Em Perez
So Nana is turning 95, or you feel like quitting your job, or maybe propose to your girlfriend at prom. Call the ding-dong who sings songs! He'll sing your greetings for you perfectly, or maybe not, guaranteed! He may, if he feels like it, even deliver your specialized custom telegram message...the way he wants to, anyway. But he will, definitely, NOT take your "unsophisticated" opinions and disagreements on his "art". And he will, definitely, talk about all you Philistines on his podcast.
This comedic one-man shenanigan of a show follows the tale of a cynical podcaster trying to find human connection through some unconventional and possibly offensive singing telegrams. Featuring an amazing soundtrack of Outsider Music, this play speaks to the Outsider in all of us.
Come grab a beer, grab your seat, and enjoy the play!
Outsider Music refers to art created by self-taught or amateur artists who operate outside the mainstream. It is characterized by its lack of adherence to traditional conventions or styles. It is associated with unconventional sounds, unique lyrical content, and a lack of polish. This show is a love-letter to Outsider Music, featuring music from Moondog, Daniel Johnston, Wesley Willis, Jandek, and Captain Beefheart. Don’t worry, if you listen to Nick Drake or the Mountain Goats, you’re already halfway there! And if you don’t know Outsider Music at all, you are in for a REAL treat!
@ Black Shirt Brewing
Sat Jun 14 @ 7pm, Sun Jun 15 @ 3pm
@ Ratio Beerworks RiNo
Fri Jun 20 &Sat Jun 21 @ 8pm, Sun Jun 22 @ 2pm
Fri Jun 27 & Sat Jun 28 @ 8pm, Sun Jun 29 @ 3pm
The show runs approximately 60 minutes.
Tickets are $15, available online or in-person before the show (subject to availability).
This show is intended for adults and may contain content not suitable for children.
UnLeashed Theatre plays may contain potentially triggering content. We provide a content warning for all plays, but in the spirit of protecting the storytelling, we provide the link separately so that you may choose to read or not. You can find the content warning for this play here: Content Warning.
Tickets & Venues
June 14 - June 15
Society often dictates that humans follow a defined path of norms. Some might say this is the road most traveled, made of bricks that have been compacted with the footsteps of mindless cooperation. We adopt another view: Go against the grain, find your own path, and when you need inspiration, always look to the ones in black. They’re the rule breakers, the non-conformists, and the counterculture. Black Shirt isn't just our name - it's our philosophy against convention and homogenization. It's who we are and what we strive to be - the ones that challenge the norms of the craft beer industry.
Located in the heart of the RiNo Art District just north of downtown Denver, Black Shirt Brewing Co. strives to offer an experience that strikes a harmonious balance between music, crave-worthy pizza, delicious craft beer and an exemplary guest experience.
June 20 - June 29
Ratio Beerworks is an independent craft brewery in Denver, CO focusing on meticulously crafted beer. Stemming from our deep roots in the punk rock music scene, the co-founders sought to translate that same DIY spirit, sense of community, and inclusiveness through our brewery. We view our beer as a vehicle to fuel positive change and aim to support the growth of local musicians, artists, and creators to achieve their endeavors while at the same time focusing on traditional styles with a modern twist. Our beers strive for balance and approachability, paying homage to tradition while also pushing the boundary on innovation. However, at the end of the day, it's about more than just the beer. It’s about that perfect ratio of beer, music, and community that encompasses what Ratio Beerworks represents.