SAFE WORDS COMEDY SHOWCASE
This March, Safe Words Comedy Showcase is excited to feature the return of Athena Nuff, a drag queen known for her dazzling wit and unmatched glamour. From Alaska's frosty stages to Seattle's vibrant scenes, Athena brings a mix of humor and beauty to captivate her audience. Join us for a night where laughter meets elegance, showcasing Athena's talent alongside our diverse lineup of queer comedians. Don't miss this enchanting experience at SF Eagle Bar, where every performance is an adventure.
Safe Words w/ Athena Nuff
March 27th, 2024
7:00 PM Doors
7:15 PM Start
SF Eagle Bar
398 12th St
San Francisco, CA
PAY WHAT YOU CAN:
Suggested Ticket Price $15-$25
The cost of your ticket goes to producing the show, paying our comedians, and fulfilling our mission to create safe spaces for queer audiences, and accelerating the careers of queer comedians.
Join us at the Safe Words Comedy Showcase, a premier monthly queer comedy event in San Francisco, proudly presented by Team Wonder Dave. Set in the vibrant heart of SF Eagle Bar, within the iconic Leather Cultural District, Safe Words is a celebration of queer hilarity, inclusivity, and unity. This event aims to be a beacon for queer and gay comedy, offering a platform for both established and emerging queer comedians to shine.
On a mission to create safe spaces and accelerate careers, our diverse line-ups showcase the best in queer comedic talent, providing a space where humor meets inclusivity. Featured in the Bay Area Reporter and highlighted on the Stereotypes podcast, our showcase is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking gay comedy excellence and queer culture celebration.
Mark your calendars and experience a night filled with laughter, connection, and the empowering embrace of queer comedy. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally eager to support, Safe Words Comedy Showcase promises an unforgettable evening of entertainment and camaraderie. Follow us on instagram at @safewordscomedy for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the magic of our queer comedy world.
Together, let's fill the night with joy, laughter, and the unmistakable spirit of queer comedy that defines Safe Words. This is more than just a show; it's a movement celebrating the vibrancy and talent of the queer comedy scene. Don't miss out on this extraordinary event where every joke told is a step toward a more inclusive and joyful world.
Emery Jean
(@theythemery) They/Them | Queer, Lesbian, Trans
Emery Jean, known across stages for their relatable humor, is a beacon of authenticity in the bay area queer comedy scene. A trans comedian who weaves their narrative with candor. Emery is known for hosting an all-queer open mic at Gilman Brewing, captivating audiences at the Oakland Comedy Festival, and at the Mental Health Comedy Hour.
Emery's reach extends to the digital realm, with a website that's as intriguing as they are: emerysnipples.com, a nod to their unapologetic embrace of identity and self-expression and also the fact that they as mentioned have no nipples. Follow their journey and join the conversation on Instagram @theythemery
Don't miss the chance to experience their brilliance live at the Safe Words Queer Comedy Showcase, where Emery showcases what it means to be Queer, as in Funny.
Lalita Dee
(@lalitadeecomedy) She/They | Queer, Lesbian, Gay
Lalita was a finalist in the 2023 Rooster T Feathers Comedy Competition 🏆 and has brought her humor to stages from Carolines on Broadway to The Comedy Chateau in LA 🌆. From hosting for TikTok sensation Zarna Garg at Cobbs SF to cracking up audiences at the Punchline Sacramento, she's a force of witty brilliance.
Lalita’s comedy tackles a wide range of topics including being the mom of a teenage son to her experiences being a Dutch person who has immigrated to America. Her humor has been described as “intelligently hilarious” as well as “some feminist bs”. 🧠♀😂
Edna Mira-Raia
(@potatoesMashedComedy) She/Her | Queer, Lesbian
Edna Mira Raia is an award-winning comedic genius and a vibrant fixture of San Francisco for 18 years. She has recently honed her craft at The Second City Chicago. A true renaissance woman in the world of comedy, Edna's talents span from mime to sound design, captivating audiences nationwide with her innovative solo shows. She's not just a performer; she's a mentor, teaching sketch writing, improv, and clowning, while producing socially conscious theater.
Dive into her world with "Tater Sprouts" on YouTube, and witness the magic behind her drag persona, Tater Tatas, on Instagram at @potatoesmashedcomedy.
The Daily Californian praised her as a "brilliant, budding performer of characters." Michael Sommers sees her as "Andy Kaufman reincarnated.” Her work is a fusion of "social activism, performance art, and comedy" as noted by SF TheaterPub. Edna's unique blend of comedy and performance art transcends traditional boundaries.
Your Headliner, Athena Nuff
(@athena_nuff) She/Her | Queer, Nonbinary, gay
Athena Nuff dazzles from the frosty stages of Alaska to the vibrant scenes of Seattle as a drag queen whose wit is matched only by her beauty. Renowned for being enchantingly gorgeous and uproariously funny—though she modestly claims to be more of the former—Athena captivates audiences with a blend of humor and glamour.
Her repertoire extends far beyond mere appearances; Athena is a seasoned performer who has shared the stage with comedy luminaries like Barry Brewer and Jessica Michelle Singleton. Athena is also a powerhouse producer, orchestrating events that celebrate and amplify queer voices and talents. Including her monthly queer comedy showcase and her bi-monthly ALL POC drag show in Alaska.Athena Nuff is not just a name—it's an experience.
Your Host, Wonder Dave
(@teamWonderDave) He/They | Queer, Gay
Wonder Dave is a comedian, writer and performer from Minneapolis, MN, living in California. He has toured the country performing at comedy clubs, colleges, cabarets, comic and science fiction conventions, burlesque shows, theaters, strip clubs, and bowling alleys.
Wonder Dave hosts and produces Safe Words Showcase - Queer Sex Positive Comedy and SMILF - Straight Men I’d Like to Friend with producer Jonah Price, hosts Hysteria: Open Mic for Women and Queers, hosts and produces Mental Health Comedy Hour with comedian Kristee Ono, and Co-Hosts Ruckus and Rumpus Revival with Jamie DeWolf.
He is a frequent commentator for acclaimed independent wrestling show Hoodslam, has been a featured storyteller on the Risk podcast, and was a producer for the podcast Nerd Rage The Great Debates.
7pm, Wed March 27th
SF Eagle Bar,
398 12th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Safe Words, Queer Sex-Positive Comedy Showcase takes place at 7pm every 4th Wednesday of the month at the SF Eagle Bar. Tickets are available for a suggested price of $15-$25, but ultimately are 'pay what you can'. Don't miss out on this show - grab your tickets now and come join us for a night of comedy and entertainment. We can't wait to see you there!
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FAQs
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It means you can set your own price, and we won't turn anyone away for lack of funds. While we segguest a price of $15 - $25 we've had people pay anything from $1 to $100 (looking forward to breaking that record!) Proceeds are used exclusively to pay comics and promote the show.
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Like we said, what is important to us is to have you come and laugh with us. If you do not feel like you can afford a ticket right now and would like to secure one for $0, use coupon code “NOTAFLOF” - and if you find you have some extra cash on hand day of, you can tip the comedians on venmo or in the tip bucket. <3
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Yes! If you show up without an eventbrite ticket we can accept payment in cash or via venmo, and there is an ATM at the door. That said, getting tickets in advance REALLY helpful and appreciated. Ultimately, we want you to do whatever allows you to show up, bring friends, and laugh with us! :-)
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Our goal is to make a space for queer comedy by queer comedians, but every so often we'll book one of a variety of Token Straight Women ™️️ - turns out, being a woman in comedy is similar to being queer in comedy.
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COVID continues to be a pain in everyone's ass - especially those in our community who remain vulnerable to the diseise. Masks and vaccinations with current boosters are heavilly encouraged. Masks will be provided at the door if you do not have some already
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While the weather is cold, the show takes place on the SF Eagle indoor stage - but a live color video and audio feed is broadcast across the bar and onto the large outdoor patio. In future months when warmer wather can be counted on, we intend to move the show outside.
Upcoming Team Wonder Dave Productions
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Athena Nuff is Queer, as in Funny
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