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2871 N. LINCOLN AVE.
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Official Casting Auditions & Community Fundraiser

🎓 PLAYER HATERS ACADEMY   OFFICIAL CASTING AUDITIONS & COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER   Class is now in session!   Chicago, we’re looking for the next generation of comedy talent!   Player Haters Academy (PHA) is an upcoming comedy entertainment series bringing together some of Chicago’s funniest personalities, comedians, actors, and content creators.   On Friday, November 20, 2026, we’re taking over Bookclub for our official in-person casting auditions, and we’re inviting YOU to be part of the experience.   Whether you’re an experienced performer, an aspiring comedian, a content creator, or simply someone with a larger-than-life personality, this is your opportunity to showcase your talent and potentially become part of Player Haters Academy.   No ordinary classroom. No ordinary comedy show.   Welcome to the Academy. We Don’t Believe in You!   ❤️ A SPECIAL CAUSE: SUPPORT PROFESSOR TREE   This event is also a community fundraiser to help Professor Tree, a member of the Player Haters Academy creative team, get a new wheelchair.   We’re bringing Chicago’s creative community together for a night of opportunity, entertainment, and giving back.   Donations will be accepted at the door, with proceeds from those donations going toward Professor Tree’s new wheelchair.   Every contribution makes a difference!  Please contribute directly to Professor Tree here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-pariss-mobility-needs-after-injury   📍 EVENT DETAILS   📅 Date: Friday, November 20, 2026   📍 Venue: Bookclub   🏙️ Address: 2871 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL   🔞 Age Requirement: 21+   🎭 Event: Official Casting Auditions & Community Fundraiser   Presented by: Alexander Pucci MGMT & Player Haters Academy   Sponsored by: Bookclub   🎬 WHO SHOULD ATTEND?   We’re looking for:   Comedians and comedic actors Content creators and social media personalities Entertainers and performers Naturally funny people with unforgettable personalities Anyone who thinks they have what it takes to survive the Academy   Come ready to show us your personality, creativity, and comedic talent.   RSVP to secure your spot and join us for an unforgettable night of comedy, creativity, and community.   RSVP does not guarantee a role in the production.   PLAYER HATERS ACADEMY   Class Is Now in Session.

TO THE MOOON Auditions

The Rap Competition With Special Guest Judges: Taylor Bennett + Sareen Equality + K.E.N. Featuring performances by TELLA and K.E.N.   Arrive at 7p   If you want to audition, select the Audition Pass. If you want footage of your performance, select the Audition Tape Add-On.   If you are a spectator, grab a Viewing Pass!