In a Nutshell Storytelling presents a fun and unpredictable evening of stories with two featured storytellers and the chance for random audience members to opt in and tell a tale (up to 10 mins). EVERY THIRD THURSDAY of the month! Tix on sale now for $10.

Sacramento has a new place to listen to MOSTLY TRUE personal stories because we’re taking our show to Old Soul the Alley in Midtown, and we’re loosening things up, baby!

WILDCARD! is just that: a little feral, a little unpredictable, and very, very fun. If you love listening to stories, this show is right up your alley (Oops! Sor-ry!) because we’re inviting a mixture of seasoned and rookie storytellers to come up and share the stage for an evening, and—WILDCARD!— random audience members will be selected open-mic style (aka anyone who has opted in) to come up and regale the crowd with their tale (up to 10 mins). No themes, no prompts, who knows what these featured tellers and up-and-comers will share?! We do know it’s gonna be one helluva entertaining night, and you want to be entertained, don’t you, humans?! Talk to host Keith Lowell Jensen to get your name on the list, and maybe you'll be picked to tell a tale!

STORYTELLERS: Have you been looking for a place to work on a longer story or polish a tale that is not quite ready for the Nutshell mainstage? Well, now you have a spot. If you’re interested in performing your story for WILDCARD! as a featured teller, send us your pitch. Stay tuned for more details. You can subscribe to our newsletter to stay in the loop.

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2024 New Comedies Festival Winner!

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy! What could go wrong when a married couple decide to try the relationship exercises in their best friend's new self-help book…on their anniversary? What starts as a joke between Joy and Ron spirals into an evening of outrageous revelations in this razor-sharp comedy that will have you howling with laughter from start to finish.

Advice is produced at B Street Theatre as part of a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere. Other Partner Theaters are Florida Studio Theatre (Sarasota, FL) and Florida Repertory Theatre (Fort Myers, FL). For more information, please visit NNPN.ORG

National New Play Network is an alliance of professional theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays. NNPN envisions a robust, equitable, and inclusive new play ecology that reflects a broad range of aesthetics, and strives to pioneer, implement, and disseminate ideas and programs that revolutionize the way theaters and audiences encounter new work.

Since its founding in 1998, National New Play Network has grown into a vital force for new work in the American theater, serving over 110+ Member Theaters as well as artists and audiences around the world.

NNPN’s National Showcase of New Plays, initially presented in 2002, was the Network’s first program aimed at creating a new play pipeline that spanned the US. In 2004, NNPN launched the pilot of what has become its paradigm-shifting Rolling World Premiere program. As NNPN’s membership, funding, and programmatic offerings have grown, emergent innovations include season-long Residencies within Member Theaters for rising administrative leaders, a dedicated fund for theater-makers working to develop new plays across institutions, and more. The New Play Exchange®, launched in 2015, is the world’s largest online library of scripts by living writers, and features unprecedented opportunities for direct connection among playwrights, readers, and producers.

NNPN’s current Strategic Plan centers its commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. The Network’s dedication to new plays remains the center of its work, but the future NNPN envisions is one that is robust, inclusive, and equitable for all theater-makers and audience members.

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Transketchual, the historic and irreverent sketch comedy show written and performed by an all trans and non-binary cast, is coming back to Comedy Spot just in time for pride! This June 19 at 8 pm.

Watch what happens when future archeologists dig up our bones! Behold Gavin Newsom’s pivot to the center! Witness Elonia discover herself a la Emilia Perez! Now with music! And puppets!

Featuring Heather Rogue, Derek Dozier, Jack Marie and Gigi McGill

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Everybody Say Love

The theme of this concert brings together the vibrant energy of LGBT culture and the universal power of love in a joyous and empowering musical journey. Through an eclectic mix of songs inspired by iconic drag queens and timeless love anthems, the SGMC celebrates self-expression, authenticity, and the boundless diversity of love. This performance is a tribute to our community's creativity, resilience, and unapologetic boldness, intertwined with heartfelt expressions of love that resonate with all. From the fierce runway struts to the tender moments of connection, the show promises a dynamic and emotionally rich experience that honors the beauty of being true to oneself and the four decades of the transformative power of love that SGMC has brought to Sacramento.

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Murder, You Wrote is a hilarious improvised whodunit where one unlucky performer meets a dire fate in our opening act. Our detective and their trusted sidekick will use their interrogation skills to suss out the culprit and solve the case. The twist? The audience gets to decide who the killer is amongst an array of suspects who are anything but usual.

Fun fact: Friday, June 20 is the longest day of the year! Sun fact: Sacramento will enjoy approximately 14 hours and 51 minutes of daylight on the solstice! Stun fact: Just as the sun sets on the horizon that evening, our killer will be revealed on stage!

So kick off the shortest night of the year by helping us solve a mystery — Who did it? Where are we? What's the weapon? You'll decide, and our cast will make up the rest. A not-to-be-outdone fact: this cheeky little whodunit will be fully improvised right before your very eyes!

BONUS OFFER! If you want to make it a night of comedy, grab tickets for the rollicking good time that is Nibling Rivalry at 9 p.m. (It's based on one of LA's hottest improv shows!) When you buy tickets for both, you'll qualify for a $5 discount on each pair your purchase. That means you'll be able to see both shows for less than $20. WUT! Just add tickets for either show to your cart and details about how to redeem the discount offer will pop up before you check out!

Murder, You Wrote debuted at the Sacramento Comedy Spot in August of 2022. It was developed by local talent, and has been performed every month ever since by a cast of wonderfully funny homegrown improvisers and dozens of guest players from every corner of the region. The only folks having more fun than the audience are the performers on stage. If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like if Agatha Christie made a stage baby with Whose Line is it Anyway, come see the show to find out!

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Two great shows, one amazing price! Grab tickets for both Murder, You Wrote at 7:30 p.m. and Nibling Rivalry at 9:00 p.m. and get seats to both for just $19! Just add tickets for either show to your cart and details about how to redeem the discount offer will pop up before you check out!

Murder, You Wrote is a hilarious improvised whodunit where one unlucky performer meets a dire fate in our opening act. Our detective and their trusted sidekick will use their interrogation skills to suss out the culprit and solve the case. The twist? The audience gets to decide who the killer is amongst an array of suspects who are anything but usual. Murder, You Wrote debuted at the Sacramento Comedy Spot in August of 2022. It was developed by local talent, and has been performed every month ever since by a cast of wonderfully funny homegrown improvisers and dozens of guest players from every corner of the region. The only folks having more fun than the audience are the performers on stage. If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like if Agatha Christie made a stage baby with Whose Line is it Anyway, come see the show to find out!

Nibling Rivalry is a high-energy, fast-paced improv show that is going to take you on the comedy equivalent of a midway ride at a kitten rodeo. The format shares DNA with The Groundlings’ Crazy Uncle Joe Show — the most enduring long-form improv show in Los Angeles (23 years and counting!) No kittens will be harmed! But we can’t promise your cheeks won’t hurt from laughing super hard. (What’s a nibling? It’s a gender-neutral term for niece or nephew. Think of us as a bunch of rascally cousins with a famous Hollywood uncle.)

Dates: June 20, July 18, August 15

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Nibling Rivalry is a high-energy, fast-paced improv show that is going to take you on the comedy equivalent of a midway ride at a kitten rodeo. The format shares DNA with The Groundlings’ Crazy Uncle Joe Show — the most enduring long-form improv show in Los Angeles (23 years and counting!)

Watch as each show begins with three audience suggestions. Enjoy the fun as we weave a series of interconnected scenes and stories. Laugh out loud as characters and situations escalate to the pinnacles of silliness. Bask in the mantle of pure absurdity, and gird your loins for us to do it all again with a fresh round of suggestions half-way through.

No kittens will be harmed! But we can’t promise your cheeks won’t hurt from laughing super hard.

(What’s a nibling? It’s a gender-neutral term for niece or nephew. Think of us as a bunch of rascally cousins with a famous Hollywood uncle.)

BONUS OFFER! If you want to make it a night of comedy, grab tickets for Murder, You Wrote at 7:30 p.m. — it's a hilarious whodunit that will be completely improvised based on your suggestions. When you buy tickets for both, you'll qualify for a $5 discount on each pair your purchase. That means you'll be able to see both shows for less than $20. WUT! Just add tickets for either show to your cart and details about how to redeem the discount offer will pop up before you check out!

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A gripping courtroom drama about sexuality and privilege set in 1950s England. Five men gather at a secluded beach house one summer weekend in 1952; two years later, they reunite – not as friends and lovers, but as witnesses and defendants in a sensational trial. Join us for the first-ever reading of BAD SWEETHEART, a new play by Joseph Rodota.

This is Rodota’s fourth collaboration with B Street Theatre, following his play CHESSMAN, about the 1960 execution of Death Row prisoner Caryl Chessman; THE JEANE DIXON EFFECT, about the celebrity clairvoyant who predicted the assassination of President John F. Kennedy; and HILLSIDE: LIVE, a conversation with KCRA anchor Edie Lambert about the Hillside Strangler murders that shocked 1970s Los Angeles.

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Welcome to Anti-Cooperation League! Join ACL weekly for an improv show where YOUR stories are turned into COMEDY SCENES. The cast of ACL asks audience members to share there stories and then watch as we create comedy scenes inspired by your life.

Also, be sure to take a picture at our ACL Photo Booth and show up for weekly surprises including exclusive giveaways, theme nights, drink specials, appearances by Sacramento celebrities, and whatever weird shit we can think of.

If you have a true story you want to share with us at the show, please let us know when you buy your ticket.

Bonus:Come out early to see 7:30 show on the same night and save $5! Upgrade your ticket at the box office when you arrive.

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ZOPA is a New York indie-rock band formed by Michael Imperioli (guitar, lead vocals), Elijah Amitin (bass, keyboards, vocals, production), and Olmo Tighe (drums, vocals), known for their chance connections and a blend of indie and rock influences.

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King James
by Rajiv Joseph
Directed by Michael Stevenson
Featuring: Ian C. Hopps* & Tarig Elsiddig
(*Member Actors' Equity Association)
Sacramento Premiere

“King” LeBron James’s years playing in Cleveland bring promise, prosperity, and renewal to a city in desperate need of all three. His tenure also unites Shawn and Matt in an unlikely bond forged by fandom. Over twelve years, from LeBron’s rookie season to an NBA Championship, the men navigate their turbulent friendship through their shared love of basketball—and the endless amiable arguments that erupt from that love. A clever comedy, KING JAMES is an intimate exploration of the place that sports occupy in our lives and relationships.

“Joseph has created one of the funniest and most moving plays about friendship in years… Basketball fans will love Joseph’s insidery jokes, but even if you don’t follow the game all that much, KING JAMES is a must-see.” –THEATERMANIA

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LabRats is a dynamic quartet of multi-instrumentalists specializing in many forms of popular American music. A year after the band’s formation, the band has proven itself to be an integral part of their hometown music scene. LabRats, performing all over Sacramento and the Bay Area, has their growing fanbase clamoring for more of their smooth yet psychedelic sounds. This show will be unique in that saxophonist/woodwind player Jacam Manricks will be joining the LabRats live on stage for what will be an incredibly exciting night of improvised music.

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Prepare to be captivated by an Encore presentation of Sacramento Contemporary Dance Theatre’s stunning production of The Crucible, just before it embarks on its journey back to The Fringe Festival in Scotland this Fall. Under the direction of Jacob Gutiérrez-Montoya, this interpretation of the Salem witch trials promises to immerse you in a hauntingly beautiful experience that will challenge your perceptions and stir your emotions. Don’t miss your chance to witness this powerful narrative brought to life in a way you’ve never seen before!

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Join saxophonist Gabe Read and pianist Jason Sia for an afternoon of saxophone music of American composers. The recital will feature works by Smith, Creston, Yasanitsky, and others.

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Gothicumbia is a 21+ event that blends goth and cumbia music, creating a unique cultural experience. We book heavy hitting DJs from both the Goth and Cumbia scenes.

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Dive into a night of dazzling performances, radiant artistry, and boundless expression with The Darling Clementines at Harlow’s!

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Celebrate love, acceptance, and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQIA+ community at Pride at The Sofia! This spectacular event, directed by the talented Jacob Gutiérrez-Montoya in partnership with the Sacramento Contemporary Dance Theatre, promises to be a dazzling showcase of diversity and creativity. Experience the joy of connection through fabulous drag performances and extraordinary talent from across our region. Join us for a night filled with color, hope, and the powerful message that together, we can create a more inclusive world!

FEATURING DRAG PERFORMANCES FROM:
MERCURY RISING!
CYAH ENVY!
PAPI F. BUSH!
LUNA NOVA!

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Cat Clyde is a singer/songwriter based out of rural Ontario, Canada. A combination of driven, soulful blues and sweet, folk- tinged, dulcet tones that carry a particular sense of familiarity provide the structure on which she creates her unique sound. With influences ranging from Patsy Cline and Lead Belly to Karen Dalton and Bobbie Gentry, this patchwork of musical significance, when stitched to her modern approach, fits like a well-tailored, corduroy-road cloth.

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Every month, we have four featured storytellers tell a true tale based on a prompt. This month’s prompt is “EUREKA!.”

Our featured storytellers for June are:

Claire Hennessy is the co-founder/producer of Six Feet Apart Productions, a recipient of a 2024 National Storytelling Network Oracle Award for leadership and excellence. She’s a GrandSlam finalist at The Moth & the National Storytelling Festival, plus featured teller at the 2024 Women’s Storytelling Festival and others. She produces/organizes the Bay Area Storytelling Festival and is a Board Member of the Storytelling Association of California.

Becky Lynn: With a dark, yet charismatic style and dry but engaging delivery, Becky Lynn has made herself a fixture in the Nor Cal comedy scene. Covering a range of topics including modern love, grief, and parenthood, she ensures that there is something for every audience to relate to. Becky has opened for such heavy hitters as Jen Kirkman, Maria Bamford, and Tom Papa. She was recently featured in SF Sketchfest and she can be seen hosting various comedy clubs.

Kiry Shabazz is a stand-up comedian based in Los Angeles, with roots in the Midwest and a career launched in Nor Cal. He's an instant crowd favorite, both online and at live events, thanks to his relatable and engaging comedy style. He made his late-night debut on The Tonight Show w/ Jimmy Fallon and his stand up has been featured by Don't Tell Comedy twice (now on Hulu!), Bill Burr's The Ringers, Comedy Central’s Stand Up and was named New Face of Comedy by the Just for Laughs festival.

Amy Bee writes short-form memoir and has been published in Ozy, New Ohio Review, Atticus, Salon, Heartwood, and other cool places. Her work has been loosely collected into an almost-memoir called The Wilderness Years on Substack. She has also been a book editor since 2018 and loves helping others tell their stories. Amy is the co-creator of In a Nutshell Storytelling and has secretly always wanted to tell her stories to an audience. She's also failed at hiking the Pacific Crest Trail 3  times.

COME BE ENTERTAINED, HUMANS!

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All Day All Night x Earth1 present SIDEPIECE at Barwest Open Air on Sunday, July 6th in Sacramento!

We are taking over the lot outside of Barwest and turning it into a block party with one of the most in demand artists in the scene, Sidepiece! Enjoy a fun filled day of music, food, drinks and VIP options.

For VIP tables please contact: 916-270-7005

Support by DJ Uni, Seso, DJ JB b2b DJ DM

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B Street Theatre’s New Comedies Festival is back for the 6th time! Every year, we ask playwrights from across the country to submit their best brand new, unproduced comedies. After hundreds of submissions and several rounds of review by dozens of script readers, we then choose the top four to receive live staged readings. Previously held in our Upstairs at the B space, the festival has grown over the years to find its new home on the Mike and Bobbie Voris Mainstage where at least one of these new comedies will be chosen to receive a full B Street Theatre Mainstage production for the upcoming season!

Previous winners include: THE FOREVER QUESTION (Jim Christy Jr.), PROCLIVITY FOR KITING (Jacob T. Zack), INSERTION (Sarah Groustra), THE NEWLYWED GAME (Alyssa Haddad-Chin). Even the finalists have the chance to make the leap to the Mainstage, such as RESCUE ME (Peter Story & Tara Sissom-Pittaro) and COSMO ST. CHARLES IS DEAD AND SOMEONE IN THIS ROOM KILLED HIM (Nicole Zimmerer).

And coming up in the 2025 season are the TWO winners of 2024's New Comedies Festival: ADVICE by Brent Askari and DOG MOM by Tate Hanyok.

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