Event History

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Chesterton, IndianaSun 08/06/23 @ 3:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Chesterton Art FairChicago, IL MEDIASat 07/29/23 played “Frozen Burrito”
The Midnight SpecialPODCAST MEDIAMon 07/03/23 Interviewed by Melissa Davis on my Top 5 Comedy Songs
WFYI’s Small Studio Signal BoostHammond, IndianaSat 09/24/22 @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (doors open at 1:00)half hour set at the Tenth Spoo Willoughby Hoe Down and Cornboil
Paul Henry’s Art GalleryElgin, IllinoisSat 09/10/22 @ 7:30 PM – 8:30 PMOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Tries To Make A Solo Rom Com”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IllinoisSat 09/10/22 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Tries To Make A Solo Rom Com”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IllinoisFri 09/09/22 @ 4:40 PM – 5:00 PMConcert preview
Downtown Farmers’ MarketMichigan City, IndianaSat 09/03/22 @ 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM
Michigan City OktoberfestMichigan City, Indiana MEDIAWed 08/31/22 “Michigan City finally brings back Oktoberfest for Labor Day weekend”
Michigan City Post-TribuneValparaiso, IN MEDIAWed 08/31/22 “The Figbeats, Lung, Captain Ambivalent and other bands to play Oktoberfest in Michigan City”
Northwest Indiana TimesChesterton, IndianaSun 08/07/22 @ 3:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Chesterton Art FairLocal Public Radio, Podcast MEDIAWed 07/27/22 Chesterton Art Fair advance publicity
Art On The AirPodcast MEDIAThu 06/09/22 Weekly podcast guestInterview re featured song “No One Believes Me (Satirical Stranger Things Song)”
The FuMPPodcast MEDIAWed 03/02/22 Discussing John Williams’ best non-Star Wars scores
WSTR Galactic Public AccessNational MEDIASat 11/27/21 Played “She Takes Bad Selfies – Polka”
Doctor DementoPodcast MEDIAThu 11/18/21 Weekly podcast guestInterview re featured song “She Takes Bad Selfies – Polka”
The FuMPVirtualThu 10/07/21 @ 6:30 PM EDT
JokerJokerTVNashville, TennesseeSun 10/03/21 @ 9:00 PM
Springwater Supper Club & LoungeAthens, GeorgiaSat 10/02/21 @ 7:00 PM
Private PartyWilmington, North CarolinaFri 10/01/21 @ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FermentalWilmington, North CarolinaThu 09/30/21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Barzarre Circus NightFredericksburg, VirginiaTue 09/28/21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Recreation Center FXBGYoungstown, OhioSun 09/26/21 @ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Westside BowlHuntington, West VirginiaSat 09/25/21 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bahnhof WVrsthaus & BiergartenHuntington, West VirginiaFri 09/24/21 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bahnhof WVrsthaus & BiergartenDetroit, MichiganThu 09/23/21 @ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Cadieux CafeHuntington, WV MEDIAThu 09/23/21 Mention in “Tri-State Happenings: ‘Captain Ambivalent’…”
The Herald-DispatchFredericksburg, VA MEDIAWed 09/22/21 Interview “Captain Ambivalent pairs funny lyrics with polka power”
The Free Lance-StarCanton, OhioWed 09/22/21 @ 9:00 PM – MIDNIGHTwith Alicia Leigh Rogers and Paul Reynolds
Buzzbin Art & Music ShopBrownsburg, IndianaTue 09/21/21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Books & Brews BrownsburgNorthern Virginia MEDIATue 09/21/21 Interview “Superhero Songwriter ‘Captain Ambivalent’ To Sing”
Potomac Local NewsAlma, MichiganSat 09/18/21 @ 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Highland BlushAlma, MichiganSat 09/18/21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Highland BlushUrbana, IllinoisThu 09/16/21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
SipyardZionsville, IndianaWed 09/15/21 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Books & Brews ZionsvilleVirtualTue 09/14/21 – Sat 09/25/21 EDT Online on demandOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Is In Denial”
KeyBank Rochester Fringe FestivalCanandaigua, New York MEDIAMon 09/13/21 Mention in “New features, same vibe: KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival Goes Live”
Daily Messenger/MPNnow.comElgin, IllinoisSat 09/11/21 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Tries To Make A Solo Rom Com”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Exhibition Hall at Hemmens Cultural CenterElgin, IllinoisFri 09/10/21 @ 7:30 PM – 8:30 PMOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Tries To Make A Solo Rom Com”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Exhibition Hall at Hemmens Cultural CenterElgin, IllinoisThu 09/09/21 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Tries To Make A Solo Rom Com”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Exhibition Hall at Hemmens Cultural CenterElgin, IllinoisWed 09/08/21 @ 6:00 PM Elgin Fringe Festival Preview Party (3 mins per artist)
Martini RoomElgin, IL MEDIAFri 09/03/21 Mention in “Spotlight: Ready for the Fringe? Elgin’s arts celebration returns for its 8th year”
Daily HeraldElgin, IL MEDIAWed 09/01/21 Mention in “Uncurated slate of artists at Elgin Fringe Festival allows audiences ‘to take a chance'”
Daily HeraldPodcast MEDIAWed 09/01/21  Interview and songs
WSTR Galactic Public AccessElgin, IL MEDIAMon 08/23/21 Photo in “Elgin Fringe Fest ‘showcases some of the most exciting, unique experiences you can have in the performing arts,’ director says”
Elgin Courier-NewsChesterton, IndianaSun 08/08/21 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Chesterton Art FairMichigan City, IndianaSat 08/07/21 @ 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Taste of Michigan CityWhiting, IndianaSat 07/24/21 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Main Stage)Podcast MEDIAThu 05/13/21 Weekly podcast guestInterview re featured song “Are We There Yet?”
The FuMPPodcast MEDIATue 05/04/21 Played “Goin’ Jawa Rap” 1:24:45 in
WSTR Galactic Public AccessWaukegan, IL MEDIAWed 03/24/21 “Captain Ambivalent brings accordion, satirical songs to Three Brothers Theatre in Waukegan”
Lake County News-SunPodcast MEDIAThu 02/18/21  Interview re featured song “Goin’ Jawa Rap”
The FuMPVirtualTue 11/10/20 – Thurs 12/31/20 Extended Run!One-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Is In Denial”
Elgin Finge Festival – Virtual EditionVirtualSun 10/04/20 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMMusical guest for Facebook Live Closing Party and Awards Ceremony
Elgin Finge Festival – Virtual EditionVirtual MEDIAMon 09/21/20 Interview on Facebook Live
Elgin Finge Festival – Virtual EditionLocal Public Radio, Podcast MEDIAFri 09/11/20 Spotlight interview
Art On The AirVirtualFri 09/04/20 – Sun 10/04/20 Any time on your deviceOne-Man Show “Captain Ambivalent Is In Denial”
Elgin Finge Festival – Virtual EditionElgin, IL MEDIAThu 09/03/20 Mention in “Show goes on for 2020 Elgin Fringe Fest, with mix of live and online performances starting Friday”
Elgin Courier-NewsElgin, IL MEDIAThu 08/27/20 Mention in “Elgin Fringe Festival offers a mix of virtual, live events”
Elgin Courier-NewsElgin, IL MEDIAWed 08/26/20 “It’s Fringe Festival Time In Elgin”
Elgin Courier-NewsVirtualThu 07/30/20 – Sun 08/02/2020Virtual exhibit hall “Looking Glass”
Gen Con OnlineMichigan City, INSat 02/15/20 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestMichigan City, INFri 01/24/20 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Footlight PlayersMichigan City, INSat 01/18/20 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestMichigan City, INSat 12/21/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestChicago, ILFri 11/22/19 @ 8:00 PM Variety Lineup “South Specific: Personal Storytelling on the South Side”
Beverly Area Planning AssociationValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/31/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicMichigan City, INSat 10/19/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestFacebook LiveSun 10/06/19 @ 10:00 AM 10:00 AM – 10:00 PMVariety Lineup Local music lineup
Project Zongo TelethonMichigan City, INSat 10/05/19 @ 7:00 PM One-Man Show “Fear The Accordion”
The NestMichigan City, INSat 09/21/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestValparaiso, INSat 09/21/19 @ 1:00 PM – 1:30 PMVariety Lineup ArtBlast Festival
Art Barn School of ArtElgin, IllinoisFri 09/13/19 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMSave The Orcs “Benefit”
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IL MEDIATue 09/03/19 Mention and photo in “More than 100 performances set for ‘innovative, uncurated’ Elgin Fringe Festival”
Daily HeraldMichigan City, INSat 08/17/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestChicago, ILFri 08/09/19 @ 7:30 PM Variety Lineup Three Cat Poductions’ Cabaret On The Lake
Berger Park Coach HouseIndianapolis, INSun 08/04/19 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSun 08/04/19 @ 11:30 AM – 12:00 PMExhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSun 08/04/19 @ 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/03/19 @ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/03/19 @ 4:00 PM – 4:30 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/03/19 @ 1:30 PM – 2:00 PMExhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/03/19 @ 12:30 PM – 1:30 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/03/19 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConValparaiso, INSun 07/28/19 @ 3:00 PM – 9:30 PMVariety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaWhiting, IndianaSat 07/27/19 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Main Stage)Valparaiso, IN MEDIASat 07/27/19 Mention in “Front Porch Music staff rallies to rock in the park”
Northwest Indiana TimesMichigan City, INSat 07/20/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestMichigan City, INSat 06/15/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestWaukegan, ILSat 06/01/19 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Fear The Accordion”
Three Brothers TheatreMichigan City, INSat 05/18/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestPodcast MEDIAMon 05/13/19 Theme song contest entry! Segment starts at 7:40.
Nobody Listens To Paula PoundstoneChicago, ILSat 05/04/19 @ 6:00 PM Open Mic Feature
Borelli’s PizzeriaMichigan City, INSat 04/20/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestValparaiso, IN MEDIAMon 04/15/19 Quoted in “Stars Over Valpo” report
Valpolife.comValparaiso, INSun 04/14/19 @ 6:00 PM Variety Lineup “Stars Over Valpo” benefit for WVLP
Valparaiso University Center for the Performing Arts, Deusenberg Recital HallMichigan City, INSat 03/23/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestMichigan City, INSat 01/26/19 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
The NestNorthwest Indiana MEDIAFri 01/18/19 “Take your talent to ‘Captain Ambivalent’s Talent Show’ in Michigan City”
Dig The DunesLocal Public Radio, Podcast MEDIAMon 12/10/18 Rebroadcast 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Art On The AirLocal Public Radio, Podcast MEDIAFri 12/07/18 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMInterview with live performances
Art On The AirValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/25/18 @ 7:30 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicMichigan City, INSat 10/13/18 @ 7:00 PM Variety Lineup “Uncle Fun: You’re The One” documentary screening
The NestElgin, IllinoisSat 09/15/18 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Replaced By A Robot”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisSat 09/15/18 @ 1:30 PM One-Man Show “Replaced By A Robot”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisFri 09/14/18 @ 7:30 PM One-Man Show “Replaced By A Robot”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisThu 09/13/18 @ 9:00 PM One-Man Show “Replaced By A Robot”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IL MEDIAWed 09/05/18 Mention in “Fringe Festival offers performances, after parties in Elgin”
Daily HeraldIndianapolis, INSun 08/26/18 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzIndianapolis, INSat 08/25/18 @ 10:30 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzIndianapolis, INFri 08/24/18 @ 9:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzBlog MEDIAFri 08/24/18 Featured in “Star Tunes: Five Lesser Known Star Wars Inspired Jams”
The Pop InsiderIndianapolis, INMon 08/20/18 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzIndianapolis, INSun 08/19/18 @ 1:30 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzIndianapolis MEDIASun 08/19/18 “… a tongue-in-cheek, satirical look at the American landscape since we all fell asleep one night in 2016 and awakened in disbelief, confusion, and despair… It’s about the lyrics. And that’s why you should go and listen to this show.”Review
IndyFringe Talks BlogIndianapolis, INSat 08/18/18 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
IndyFringe ComedySportzIndianapolis, IN MEDIASat 08/18/18 “… a rollicking, entertaining hour full of lots of great music and lots of family-friendly fun.”Review
Plays With John and Wendy BlogIndianapolis, INSun 08/05/18 @ 3:00 PM – 3:30 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSun 08/05/18 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSun 08/05/18 @ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/04/18 @ 4:30 PM – 5:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/04/18 @ 4:00 PM – 4:30 PMExhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/04/18 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/04/18 @ 12:30 PM – 1:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/04/18 @ 12:00 PM – 12:30 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConValparaiso, INSun 07/29/18 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaWhiting, INSat 07/28/18 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Polka Stage)Louisville, KYSun 07/15/18 @ 10:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
Louisville Fringe Festival at Four Pegs Beer LoungeLouisville, KYSat 07/14/18 @ 10:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
Louisville Fringe Festival at Monnik Beer Co.Louisville, KYFri 07/13/18 @ 7:00 PM One-Man Show “Happy Fun Time At The Complex”
Louisville Fringe Festival at KaijuElgin, IllinoisWed 07/04/18 @ 10:00 AM Variety Lineup Americana Jubilee!
Elgin Fringe FestivalChicago, ILSun 06/10/18 @ 7:00 PM Screening
Uncle Fun: You’re The OneChicago, ILSun 06/10/18 @ 2:00 PM Screening
Uncle Fun: You’re The OneChicago, ILSun 06/10/18 @ 11:30 AM Screening
Uncle Fun: You’re The OneChicago, IL MEDIASat 04/14/18 Played “Heisenberg”
The Midnight SpecialThree Oaks, MI MEDIASun 02/04/18 Photo in “A Lighthearted Open Mic Night”
Harbor County NewsElgin, ILFri 02/02/18 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show Valentines lineup with magician William Pack and storyteller David Boyle
Side Street Studio ArtsChicago, ILFri 12/08/17 @ 7:30 PM Variety Lineup Three Cat Poductions’ Cabaret On The Lake
Berger Park Coach HouseValparaiso, IndianaSun 11/12/17 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Benefit for ‘Home Away From Home’
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/26/17 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicElgin, IllinoisSat 09/16/17 @ 4:30 PM One-Man Show “The Dark Nut Rises”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisFri 09/15/17 @ 7:30 PM One-Man Show “The Dark Nut Rises”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IL MEDIAFri 09/15/17 “Captain Ambivalent’s catchy songs and clever insights will have you saying to yourself “oh yeah, that’s right” before he moves on to the next part of his nerdy tale. A crowd-pleaser with an accordion, this show is definitely worth seeing”Review
Elgin WalkaboutElgin, IllinoisThu 09/14/17 @ 7:30 PM One-Man Show “The Dark Nut Rises”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisWed 09/13/17 @ 6:00 PM Blimp raising followed by three minute previews at Martini’s
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IL MEDIATue 09/12/17 Mention in “Elgin Fringe Festival returns this week”
Daily HeraldIndianapolis, INSun 08/20/17 @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSun 08/20/17 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/19/17 @ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMRoving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/19/17 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConThree Oaks, MISat 08/05/17 @ 10:00 AM Variety Lineup Talent show/contest
Carver ParkValparaiso, INSun 07/30/17 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaWhiting, INSat 07/29/17 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Polka Stage)Pittsburgh, PA MEDIAWed 04/05/17 “Unpredictable Treasure: The Fringe Fest Day 3” review
Pittsburgh In The RoundPittsburgh, PASun 04/02/17 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Pittsburgh Fringe / Artist Image ResourcesPittsburgh, PA MEDIASat 04/01/17 “Friday Fringe at AIR” review
Pittsburgh In The RoundPittsburgh, PASat 04/01/17 @ 1:00 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Pittsburgh Fringe / Artist Image ResourcesPittsburgh, PAFri 03/31/17 @ 6:15 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Pittsburgh Fringe / Artist Image ResourcesValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/27/16 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicSouth Bend, INMon 09/26/16 @ 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Red Table Plaza Lunchtime Concert SeriesElgin, IllinoisSun 09/18/16 @ 4:30 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisSat 09/17/16 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisSat 09/17/16 @ 2:00 PM Family Fringe
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, ILSat 09/17/16 @ 2:00 PM Family Fringe
Elgin Fringe – Hemmens Cultural CenterElgin, IllinoisSat 09/17/16 @ 12:00 PM Meet The Artist lunch with me and Madeline Hicks
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IL MEDIAThu 09/15/16 “Captain Ambivalent is a nerd-rock virtuoso on a sparkly gold accordion, as well as an array of toy instruments, augmented by multimedia, multiple costume changes, and a blast from the past animated by forced air.”Review
The Elgin ReviewElgin, IllinoisThu 09/15/16 @ 9:00 PM One-Man Show “Laundry Night”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisWed 09/14/16 @ 6:00 PM Blimp raising followed by three minute previews at Martini’s
Elgin Fringe Festival – Blue Box CafeElgin, IL MEDIATue 09/13/16 Photo in “New acts, more artists add depth, variety to Elgin Fringe Festival”
Daily HeraldPodcast MEDIAMon 09/12/16 Interview with live performances
Are You Famous Yet?Chicago, IL MEDIASat 09/10/16 Played “You Can’t Sing, You’re Ugly, And The Sixties Are Over”
The Midnight SpecialValparaiso, IndianaThu 09/08/16 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicElgin, IL MEDIAWed 09/07/16 Photo in “Elgin festival puts the Fringe front and center”
Elgin Courier-NewsSouth Bend, INMon 08/29/16 @ 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Red Table Plaza Lunchtime Concert SeriesIndianapolis, INSun 08/07/16 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/06/16 @ 4:30 PM – 4:45 PMExhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/06/16 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMCrossroads Stage
Gen ConValparaiso, INSun 07/31/16 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaElgin, ILFri 02/12/16 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show With David Boyle and Kelly Bolton
Side Street Studio ArtsElgin, IL MEDIAWed 02/03/16 Mention in “Celebrating Valentine’s Day through art, performance in Elgin”
Daily HeraldChicago, ILSun 01/10/16 @ 7:00 PM One-Man Show With storytellers Jen Bosworth and host David Boyle
Chicago Solo Theatre at Chicago DramatistsValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/29/15 @ 7:30 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IndianaSun 10/11/15 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Benefit for ‘Home Away From Home’
Front Porch MusicElgin, IllinoisSun 09/20/15 @ 12:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisSat 09/19/15 @ 3:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisFri 09/18/15 @ 4:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Elgin Fringe FestivalElgin, IllinoisThu 09/17/15 @ 7:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Elgin Fringe FestivalChicago, ILSun 09/13/15 @ 2:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Chicago Fringe Festival CCJP GymChicago, ILSat 09/12/15 @ 7:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Chicago Fringe Festival CCJP GymChicago, ILThu 09/10/15 @ 10:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Chicago Fringe Festival CCJP GymChicago, ILSat 09/05/15 @ 2:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Chicago Fringe Festival CCJP GymChicago, ILThu 09/03/15 @ 8:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Chicago Fringe Festival CCJP GymElgin, IL MEDIAWed 09/02/15 Profile
Bravo (arts and culture paper)Indianapolis, INSun 08/23/15 @ 4:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, INSat 08/22/15 @ 10:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, IN MEDIAThu 08/20/15 Review
Jay Harvey Upstage BlogIndianapolis, INWed 08/19/15 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, IN MEDIATue 08/18/15 Review
NUVO (alternative/arts paper)Indianapolis, IN MEDIATue 08/18/15 Review
Plays With John and Wendy BlogIndianapolis, INSun 08/16/15 @ 7:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, INSat 08/15/15 @ 1:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, INFri 08/14/15 @ 9:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
IndyFringe/Marrott CenterIndianapolis, IN MEDIAWed 08/12/15 interview: “Chatting Up The Captain”
NUVO (alternative/arts paper)Valparaiso, INSun 08/09/15 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaFort Wayne, INSat 08/08/15 @ 5:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Fort Wayne Fringe FestivalFort Wayne, INFri 08/07/15 @ 6:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie”
Fort Wayne Fringe FestivalIndianapolis, INSun 08/02/15 @ 2:00 PM Exhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/01/15 @ 10:00 AM Exhibit Hall Stage
Gen ConSouth Bend, INThu 07/30/15 @ 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Red Table Plaza Lunchtime Concert SeriesNationwide TV MEDIAWed 07/29/15 10th Anniversary Special montage behind Piers Morgan saying “I quickly realized I would have absolutely no idea what was coming out next on stage,” about 54 minutes in
America’s Got TalentWhiting, INSat 07/25/15 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Polka Stage)South Bend, IN MEDIAThu 07/23/15 “The Thousand Mile Song”
WNIT Michiana’s Rising StarValparaiso, IndianaSun 07/19/15 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Benefit by local musicians to help friend and colleague Mami Matsuda get a new car
Front Porch MusicWaukegan, ILSat 06/20/15 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie” extended version
Three Brothers TheatreWaukegan, ILFri 06/19/15 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie” extended version
Three Brothers TheatreHammond, INSat 06/13/15 @ 6:45 PM Variety Lineup
Live In The VilleSouth Bend, INFri 06/05/15 @ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Downtown South Bend First FridaysNationwide TV MEDIATue 06/02/15 Cameo in dance-off segment playing “Pump Up The Jam” solo on accordion just past the third commercial break
America’s Got TalentSouth Bend, INSat 05/23/15 @ 6:45 PM
Private PartyFish Lake, INSat 05/09/15 @ 2:00 PM
Private PartyInternational MEDIAThu 03/05/15 Semi-Finalist (Comedy/Novelty)
International Songwriting CompetitionPodcast MEDIAMon 11/17/14 Explained why Captain Ambivalent was their favorite guest in their first fifty episodes
Are You Famous Yet?Valparaiso, IndianaThu 10/23/14 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicHobart, INSun 10/12/14 @ 2:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Days weekend
County Line OrchardChesterton, INSun 09/28/14 @ 1:00 PM Oktoberfest on the Island
Waterbird Banquet CenterChicago, ILSat 09/27/14 @ 7:00 PM Variety Lineup
Otherworld Theatre’s Celestial Gala, Gallery Bar ChicagoChicago, ILSun 08/31/14 @ 7:30 PM Chicago Fringe Festival benefit
Fischman Liquors & TavernMichigan City, INSun 08/24/14 @ 1:30 PM
Southern Shore Art AssociationChicago, ILFri 08/22/14 @ 7:30 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie” for Three Cat Productions‘ SOLO Chicago Festival
Berger Park Coach HouseIndianapolis, INSun 08/17/14 @ 10:00 AM Roving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/16/14 @ 10:00 AM Roving Entertainer
Gen ConMiller Beach, INSat 08/09/14 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Benefit for Renee Ohrn Foundation
The Fearless FestivalSouth Bend, IN MEDIAFri 08/08/14 Live “Are We There Yet?”
WNIT Michiana’s Rising StarValparaiso, INSun 08/03/14 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaSouth Bend, IN MEDIAThu 07/31/14 Live “Eclipsed By Your Behind”
WNIT Michiana’s Rising StarSouth Bend, INWed 07/30/14 @ 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Red Table Plaza Lunchtime Concert SeriesLocal MEDIASat 07/26/14 Cameo on “PierogiFest” Segment
MANCOW TVWhiting, INSat 07/26/14 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pierogi Fest® (Polka Stage)Podcast MEDIAMon 07/07/14 Interview with live performances
Are You Famous Yet?LaPorte, INMon 06/30/14 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Musical guest for poetry open mic
Temple News AgencyChesterton, INSat 06/28/14 @ 2:00 PM Rock The Island! Music for MS fundraiser
Waterbird Banquet CenterChicago, ILSun 06/22/14 @ 3:00 PM Benefit for Chicago Fringe Festival
Eli’s Cheesecake WorldSouth Bend, INWed 06/11/14 @ 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Red Table Plaza Lunchtime Concert SeriesChicago, ILSat 06/07/14 @ 6:00 PM Variety Lineup With local writers, dancers, filmmakers, actors and directors creating all new short works in 20 hours
Ex-Pats Theatre CompanyMichigan City, INSat 05/17/14 @ 11:30 AM Guest musician for Grace College and PACER extended learning program poetry workshop
Indiana State PrisonWaukegan, ILSat 04/26/14 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie” extended version
Three Brothers TheatreWaukegan, ILFri 04/25/14 @ 8:00 PM One-Man Show “Pirate Ninja Zombie” extended version
Three Brothers TheatreSalem, OR MEDIAWed 04/09/14 Interview with live performances
Tara Hathaway’s “More Accordion!”South Bend, IN MEDIASun 04/06/14 Sunday print edition photo promoting 4/1 web video
South Bend TribuneSouth Bend, IN MEDIATue 04/01/14 “The Hero Song” (with dinosaur) on the “Press Play” video series
South Bend TribuneValparaiso, IndianaSat 02/15/14 @ 8:00 PM Pirate Ninja Zombie CD Release Show with help from Bocca Musica
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IN MEDIATue 02/04/14 Interview with live performances
Mickey Camp’s “Songs From Camp”South Bend, INSat 11/23/13 @ 7:30 PM Variety Lineup Firehouse Variety Hour with Gordy Young
South Bend Civic TheatreSouth Bend, INFri 11/22/13 @ 7:30 PM Variety Lineup Firehouse Variety Hour with Gordy Young
South Bend Civic TheatreValparaiso, IndianaThu 10/31/13 @ 7:30 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicIndianapolis, INFri 10/18/13 @ 7:30 PM Playing break for the Punkin Holler Boys
Melody InnLaPorte, INMon 09/09/13 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Musical guest for poetry open mic
Temple News AgencyValparaiso, INSat 09/07/13 @ 4:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music stage
Popcorn FestivalIndianapolis, INSun 08/18/13 @ 10:00 AM Roving Entertainer
Gen ConIndianapolis, INSat 08/17/13 @ 10:00 AM Roving Entertainer
Gen ConChicago, ILTue 08/13/13 @ 9:00 PM Open Mic Feature Contest finalist
Abbey Pub Green RoomValparaiso, IN MEDIAMon 08/05/13 Mention in “Front Porch Festival unites music lovers”
Northwest Indiana TimesValparaiso, INSun 08/04/13 @ 3:00 PM Variety Lineup Front Porch Music Festival
Central Park PlazaHobart, INSat 08/03/13 @ 2:00 PM
Private PartySouth Bend, IN MEDIAFri 08/02/13 Live “Everything”
WNIT Michiana’s Rising StarMerrillville, IN MEDIAFri 07/26/13 Played “Captain Ambivalent Theme Song” during interview with Chad Clifford about the First Annual Front Porch Music Festival
89.1 FM The LakeshoreLaPorte, INMon 07/08/13 @ 7:00 PM Open Mic Feature Musical guest for poetry open mic
Temple News AgencySouth Bend, INFri 06/14/13 @ 7:00 PM With Caleb Hawkins
Chicory CafeChicago, ILWed 06/12/13 @ 8:00 PM With Caleb Hawkins and Laura Joy
Uncommon Ground on DevonMichigan City, INFri 06/07/13 @ 8:00 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Main Street TheatreValparaiso, IndianaThu 06/06/13 @ 7:30 PM Open Mic Feature Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicSouth Bend, INSat 05/25/13 @ 3:15 PM Variety Lineup Public live regionals for WNIT’s Michiana’s Rising Star program
Kroc Corps Community CenterGurnee, ILFri 05/24/13 @ 12:30 PM Half hour sets at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 4:00, and 5:00
Six Flags Great AmericaChicago, IL MEDIASun 05/12/13 Played “Rebecca’s Reindeer-Snowflake Christmas Socks”
WXRT Local AnestheticValparaiso, IN MEDIAFri 05/03/13 Live variety benefit program with infamous accordion breakdown and a capella version of “Eclipsed By Your Behind”
WVLP-LPValparaiso, INSun 04/07/13 @ 6:00 PM Variety Lineup “Stars Over Valpo” benefit for WVLP-LP
Valparaiso University Center for the Performing Arts, Deusenberg Recital HallBloomington, INSat 03/23/13 @ 7:00 PM With Ryan Humbert opening for Caleb Hawkins
Rachel’s CafeOak Park, ILSat 03/02/13 @ 6:30 PM With Caleb Hawkins
Eastgate CafeLouisville, KYSat 02/16/13 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Playing breaks for the Juggernaut Jug Band
Clifton’s PizzaLouisville, KYFri 02/15/13 @ 8:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Playing breaks for the Juggernaut Jug Band
Clifton’s PizzaChicago, ILMon 02/04/13 @ 9:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Michael Riser’s Rising Stars songwriter showcase
Hard Rock CafeMichigan City, INFri 01/04/13 @ 5:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert First Fridays Celebration
Lubeznik Center For The ArtsIndianapolis, INSat 12/22/12 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Opening for Caleb Hawkins
Lazy Daze Coffee HouseValparaiso, INFri 11/30/12 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert
Cornucopia Coffee CompanyMerrillville, IN MEDIAThu 11/29/12 Song and interview on Tavis Buchan’s “Lakeshore Drive” show 4:40-5:00
89.1 FM The LakeshoreBloomington, INFri 11/02/12 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert opening for Sukie Conley and Caleb Hawkins
The Pour House CafeNorthwest IN MEDIAMon 10/29/12 Feature “Kidnapped dreams? Captain Ambivalent to the rescue”
Post-TribuneValparaiso, IndianaSat 10/13/12 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert With Caleb Hawkins and Sukie Conley
Front Porch MusicMerrillville, IN MEDIAThu 10/11/12 Song and interview on Tavis Buchan’s “Lakeshore Drive” show 4:40-5:00
89.1 FM The LakeshoreValparaiso, IN MEDIATue 10/09/12 Interview with live performances
Mickey Camp’s “Songs From Camp”LaPorte, INMon 10/01/12 @ 6:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Musical guest for poetry open mic
Temple News AgencyValparaiso, INSat 09/08/12 @ 4:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Front Porch Music stage
Popcorn FestivalSan Luis Obispo, CA MEDIAMon 08/27/12 Song on “Songwriters at Play” program/podcast
Songwriters At PlaySchaumburg, ILWed 08/15/12 @ 8:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Michael Riser’s Rising Stars songwriter showcase
Chicago City LimitsMiller Beach, INSat 08/04/12 @ 12:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert
The Fearless FestivalChicago, ILThu 07/26/12 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert “Songs Alive!” showcase
Heartland CafeAtascadero, CAFri 07/20/12 @ 6:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert
Last Stage WestSan Louis Obispo, CATue 07/17/12 @ 6:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert
“Songwriters At Play” Showcase at Kreuzberg, CACrown Point, INThu 07/12/12 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Night Of Comedy
Zodiac CafeLaPorte, INMon 07/02/12 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Musical guest for poetry open mic
Temple News AgencyValparaiso, INWed 06/20/12 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert With sketch comedy group
Cornucopia Coffee CompanyValparaiso, INSat 05/19/12 @ 10:00 AM Pre-Costume Concert Front Porch Music stage
Sunset Hill Farm County ParkIndianapolis, INFri 05/18/12 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Playing break for the Punkin Holler Boys
Melody InnSchaumburg, ILWed 05/16/12 @ 8:30 PM Michael Riser’s Rising Stars songwriter showcase
Chicago City LimitsValparaiso, IN MEDIATue 05/08/12 Interview with live performances
Mickey Camp’s “Songs From Camp”Chicago, ILTue 04/24/12 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Contest finalist
Abbey Pub Green RoomNational MEDIASat 03/31/12 Played “Captain Ambivalent Theme Song”
Doctor DementoValparaiso, IndianaThu 03/29/12 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicText Adventure Game MEDIAMon 03/26/12 Victory song at end of text adventure game
Narrow Your EyesHarbor County, MI MEDIAFri 03/16/12 Acorn Theater open mic broadcast
WRHC-LPValparaiso, IndianaThu 12/29/11 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IN MEDIASun 11/13/11 Live “Best of Front Porch Open Mic” special
WVLP-LPValparaiso, INSat 09/10/11 @ 3:15 PM Pre-Costume Concert Front Porch Music stage
Popcorn FestivalValparaiso, IndianaThu 08/04/11 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IndianaThu 06/30/11 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IndianaThu 04/07/11 @ 7:30 PM Pre-Costume Concert Hosting and 30 minute set
Front Porch MusicNashville, INThu 01/24/08 @ 9:00 AM Pre-Costume Concert Open house benefit
Brown County YMCAPortage, INSat 09/29/07 @ 1:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Local music lineup
Portage Art FairValparaiso, INSat 09/01/07 @ 7:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert Opening for G’s Livid Penny
Espress Yourself Coffee ShopValparaiso, IndianaFri 02/02/07 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert With Wry Gizmo
Front Porch MusicValparaiso, IndianaSat 01/14/06 @ 8:00 PM Pre-Costume Concert With Chance Lindsley SOLD OUT
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