Up Front Performance Space

@upfrontps

Local, independent, Columbus art produced in the heart of the #Brewerydistrict at Shadowbox Live. Come see what’s happening Up Front!
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When the black "I Wish You Would" Genie tries out magic words for the first time. We do sketch comedy too, yall. And this was the first time my cousin and I was on the same sketch comedy stage.. #ShutUoASecond @upfrontps
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6 months ago
He’s known by some as “The Matt Rife of Stand Up Comedy”!!! We’re thrilled to have the amazing alpha male @geoffreyatm headlining the festival this year, but if you didn’t already get tickets, his two shows are both 100% sold out! If you got your tix already, we’ll see you on Saturday! For more shows and tickets in the festival lineup, hit our website! (Link in bio)
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8 months ago
Thrilled to be a part of the 2025 @columbuscomedyfest !! Posted a few pics from last year’s fun times and festivities to celebrate the return of the festival , as well as a gentle reminder (slide 4); use the ticket link in my bio to grab yourself a ticket or 4 today🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 9/5: at @theatticcomedycbus 9 pm pop up show 9/6: at @upfrontps with @thehenryallen for a lovely showcase at 6pm #comedy #standupcomedy #columbusohiostandupcomedy #friday #saturday #whattodoincolumbusohio #columbuscomedyfestival #comedyfestival #standup #improv #laugh
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8 months ago
We really made it this far... Every show built with love, every stage shaped by the courage of our storytellers. Thankful for every voice that’s stepped up, every story that’s been shared, and the community that’s grown around it. Creating this has been the honor of my life. On August 22nd, we gather for the final time — to celebrate, to remember, and to send this journey off with love. No story ends at applause. Experience The Last Rudy Would Listen Aug 22nd 730p at @upfrontps . Ticket 🎟 link in the @rudy_would_listen bio and FB event!
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8 months ago
May this show be our greatest act of defiance THE LAST @rudy_would_listen Aug 22nd
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9 months ago
Captured moments on and off at the 2nd Aniversary of Rudy Would Listen (📸: @nathanieleverywhereward ). As we move into the show's 3rd year, we reflect on what RWL has done for the community to entrust your story to us. 2025 has felt like the longest century so far and you aren't alone in feeling your identity is in the crosshairs. Yet you still come here as if in defiance of that fear. That when someone decides that your story didn't matter, you trust this stage to show them that they're wrong! You stand on your words, empower yourself, and connect with community. Thank you for letting @rudy_would_listen bare witness to the power of your story. Stay tuned! Announcing the cast of the June 20th show in a few days!
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11 months ago
A favorite audience shot of mine during a show by @cosiscience ‘s Columbus Science Pub at @upfrontps | Canon 70-200mm | 5•1•25 • 📸 @crimson.photographyy • #canonphotography #shadowboxlive #columbusohio #cosi #sciencepub #blackandwhite
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1 year ago
Light RECAP of the 2nd Anniversary of Rudy Would Listen: @comedianlesliebattle rediscovered parts of the family while deciding the boundaries of what she was ready for @shadeyontop showed humor and the necessity of working through the sexual experience you deserve AND things you didn't know you could do😇 @cglove05 reminded us that your health journey may vary, but it is supposed to be fun. @thegreatgrantgatsby shared his first act perseverance, trusted the stage with the results, and imparted the power of performance therapy @heroofsorts_ celebrated the spirit of the late Grandpa Rudy and released the grief of his late partner in a years long journey to acceptance. Thank you to @jrosamusic for curating the perfect tracks to these compelling stories. Thank you to @upfrontps for giving @rudy_would_listen a place to thrive these 2 years. And thank you to our community for carrying these stories to pass on as you reclaim yours. When they ask who should take the world stage? Tell them WE GOT NEXT!
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1 year ago
WHAT IS RUDY WOULD LISTEN? Aside from a collective storytelling experience, it's where your story is reclaimed. There is something about taking the stage and leaving an impression of you on the hearts and minds of folks. It's where you learn that truly your story matters. Maybe the value of it isn't realized until something has tried to take it away. Perhaps it's one of its kind. Maybe it's one felt by all but unsure we can bring to light. Maybe it's just the one we need to hear. Look to these storytellers of these 2 years of RWL and see what this show is: Whatever your heart needs it to be. Last Tickets 🎟 still available for Rudy Would Listen 2nd Anniversary Apr 25th 730p at @upfrontps . Link in the @rudy_would_listen bio and FB event. Tickets available at the door, but ensure the seat you want by ordering online! Doors open at 630p, food service ends at 710p, drink service ends at 830p.
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1 year ago
To the artist, comedians, poets, teachers, veterans, leaders, mothers, nurses, doulas, advocates, fathers, elected officials, improvisers, healers, social workers, musicians, cosplayers, nerds, the talented, and all who made their way to connect their stories in this space: thank you for trusting Rudy Would Listen with your story🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿. We celebrate 2 years of sharing the stories you wish you knew through these storytellers and you, our audience. Special thanks to @upfrontps for giving this storytelling experience legs to stand on and believing in the arts of many! RWL 2ND ANNIVERSARY APR25TH 730P AT UP FRONT PERFORMANCE SPACE! Ticket 🎟 link in the @rudy_would_listen bio and FB event!
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1 year ago
THE CAST IS SET! RWL is ready to ring in our 2nd year of connecting you with the stories hidden behind the noise. We hope the stories from this anniversary cast draw out yours, whether you end up on our stage one day or make the world your stage body! Joining us this celebratory round: Veteran Comedian Leslie Battle | @comedianlesliebattle Run/Walk Enthusiasts Chris Glover | @cglove05 Community Gatherer Grant Gatsby | @thegreatgrantgatsby Award Winning Sexologist Debra Shade | @shadeyontop Hosted by Polyfessional Creator of RWL celebrating his 37th lap around the sun, Joe Banks @heroofsorts_ Mark your calendars for history and like and follow @rudy_would_listen on IG & FB for updates and cast bios. Ticket link in the @rudy_would_listen bio and FB event!
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1 year ago
Your host and Creator of RWL, meet Joe Banks at his 37th lap around the sun🎂: @heroofsorts_ is a 10-year Army Veteran, Co-host of the polyamorous, thought-provoking @melan_8ted Podcast, and a 2025 @nlc_columbus fellow. A Columbus native who has returned to his roots, he seamlessly blends his military experience, a Social Science degree from Franklin University, and an innate empathy for the city's heartbeat into his captivating comedic storytelling. His mission is to amplify the voices of the community, weaving connections through the stories often drowned out by the noise. Experience his story as he hosts RUDY WOULD LISTEN 2ND ANNIVERSARY Apr 25th 730p at @upfrontps . Ticket 🎟 link in the @rudy_would_listen bio and FB event!
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1 year ago