After a "business meeting" (i.e. a few Stoli and sodas, a taco wrap, and much merriment and discussion about comedy, the business thereof, and a slew of related projects) with Jeremy Smith, project manager of the Star and Garter Burlesque Extravaganza (to be previewed very soon right here), the Bastion and Mr. Smith made their way to Comics for Change, a new comedic entity in Chicago, with the stacked line-up of Mr. Bill Cruz, the Miss Renee Gauthier, Sir Mike Olson, as-seen-every-damn-place-on-TV Dwayne Kennedy, and host Queen Allison Leber.

The inaugural showcase made the Midwest Workers Association almost $500, between ticket sales and $2 Finlandia shots (sold by the bubbly and adorable Becky Garcia). An impromptu dance party broke out after the show, with Josh Cheney spinning hip hop hits and pumping up the jam. The group hopes to continue monthly showcases for different non-profits every month, and if the Mix continues its gracious donation of hosted bar, we think the future of this endeavor looks to be very bright indeed.

Pictures of the performers here, taken by Krystle Gemnich.