Fresh off sold-out shows in NYC! Laugh along with five-time Emmy Nominee Leslie Carrara-Rudolph as she takes a break from Sesame Street to entertain adults in this hilarious comedy concert. With original music, comedy, and classic tunes with a twist, Leslie and her cast of characters take you on a heart-filled joyride so hilariously bizarre that you’ll ask yourself “What Just Happened?!” Featuring Bloomington-Normal born, Emmy Award winner Paul Rudolph on percussion and Michael Hicks on piano.
Buy tickets at https://form.jotform.com/IAStation/sunny-days-what-just-happened
Leslie Carrara-Rudolph is a multi-faceted entertainer, writer, puppeteer, voice-over and visual artist, who grew up creating characters. She is best known for performing “Abby Cadabby“ and Elmo’s dog “Tango” on Sesame Street. You can also find Leslie in the new Muppets Mayhem series as “Penny Waxman” on Disney+ or helping communities navigate life creatively with her company Humor With A Heart Productions. Leslie is excited to play with Central Illinois audiences!
Friday, September 8 ($80 general public, $30 students with ID)
6:00-7:00 p.m. VIP Reception with Paul Rudolph & Humor With A Heart Productions (includes small bites, artmaking activities, cash bar), Ages 13+
7:30 p.m. What Just Happened?! with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Ages 13+
7:30 p.m. What Just Happened?! with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Ages 13+
9:00 p.m. After Party with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph at McLean County Arts Center (601 N East St, Bloomington, IL 61701). Included in ticket price.
10:00 p.m. After After Party at The Bistro (316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701), Ages 21+
10:00 p.m. After After Party at The Bistro (316 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701), Ages 21+
Why: Your ticket purchase supports Illinois Art Station’s mission to provide young artists and their families from all neighborhoods and backgrounds with transformative experiences in the visual arts.
The Sunny Days program series is brought to you by:
OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital of Illinois
with Simantel & the Peoria Riverfront Museum,
and Straza Consulting, Blooming Tree Wealth Management, Broadleaf Video Production, Klean Korner, John & Marilyn Freese, Town of Normal – Normal Theater, City of Bloomington, Vrooman Mansion, Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa, and the Music Shoppe
with Simantel & the Peoria Riverfront Museum,
and Straza Consulting, Blooming Tree Wealth Management, Broadleaf Video Production, Klean Korner, John & Marilyn Freese, Town of Normal – Normal Theater, City of Bloomington, Vrooman Mansion, Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa, and the Music Shoppe
