Sit Down and Shut Up: A Chair Show presented by Tila von Twirl

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 09:30 pm to 11:30 pm UTC-05:00

The Newport Theater | Chicago

The Newport Theater
Publisher/HostThe Newport Theater
Sit Down and Shut Up: A Chair Show presented by Tila von Twirl
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Grab a seat for Tila von Twirl's chair-centered show!
About this Event

The prompt for this show is "includes a chair".

For this second installment, your eyes and ears will be tantiilized with poetry, drag, burlesque and more! For over 15 years, Tila has specialized in combining circus and burlesque and this show is no different. Prepare to witness absurdity, social commentary, acrobatics and feats of strength, and probably feelings. VIP ticket holders will receive special access to limited merch before the show, special treats, as well as an up close and personal seat.

Sit down and enjoy performances by Daphne Darling, Ellis Centric, Red Velvet Riot, Tender Blossom, Tila Von Twirl - of the Haus of Twirl, and very special guests Bobbyonce, Frances, P. NoNoire, and Po'Chop!

Please be advised:

Please be advised:

The Newport Theater is up a flight of stairs with no elevator, but access to a Genesis portable mobile stairlift (rated up to 400 pounds) is available. Please email [email protected] advance of your arrival to coordinate entry and sign a waiver (required by our landlord).

There are four single-stall non-gendered restrooms available onsite.

All entrants must comply with the Newport Safety Policy

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Newport Theater, 956 West Newport Avenue, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 17.85 to USD 39.19

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