Mid City Live! Returns To Baton Rouge With Laughs And Local Talent

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) – A comedy present impressed by the vitality of Saturday Night Live and the creativity of Baton Rouge is returning later this month — and it is certain to knock your socks off.

Mid City Live! is again after a brief hiatus. The comedy selection present was first launched in 2023 and combines stand-up comedy, sketch performances, stay music, and local talent into one unforgettable evening of leisure.

Founder Gloria McConnell Passman stated she wished to create a platform the place local performers may shine whereas additionally ensuring the folks behind the manufacturing receives a commission.

“I wanted to do something different. There’s a lot of local talent here in Baton Rouge, and I thought we should put something together that’s more than just a stand-up showcase,” Passman stated. “Something that’s really big, gets a lot of people involved, gets a venue involved, technical crew, so a lot of people are involved in the production, and a lot of people benefit from it, but mostly a lot of people have fun.”

Mid City Live! takes place Friday, May 29, on the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the present begins at 7 pm

The particular visitor for the night has additionally been revealed: Mayor-President Sid Edwards will seem within the present as one of many featured solid members.

Tickets can be found at 225 Theater Collective’s website.