Chicago Comedians Stand Up for Women's Reproductive Rights
Wendy Davis' iconic filibuster is still resounding, and women are still fighting for ownership of their bodies. On October 12, some of Chicago's most passionate comedians are literally standing up for Women's Rights. "Yes, And Filibuster" is an evening of comedy, music and dance, the proceeds for which will be donated to the Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
The evening's performers include The Sirens, Hey Ladies, Housebroken, Lange and Wancket, Maria Wojciechowski, McGarnackle, The Snack Boys and more, with dance by Movement Symposium. The fundraiser will also include a raffle and an art sale, with a featured drink at the bar.
The Planned Parenthood� Action Fund is a national not-for-profit organization with its main offices in New York City and Washington, DC. The Action Fund is the nonpartisan advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The Action Fund engages in educational and electoral activity, including legislative advocacy, voter education, and grassroots organizing to promote the Planned Parenthood mission.
The Planned Parenthood movement's extensive experience in providing community-based health care for more than 90 years informs Planned Parenthood advocacy efforts. These efforts include advocating for changes in public policy, with a sharp focus on ensuring access to comprehensive, affordable reproductive health care for all.
In partnership with more than four million activists, supporters, and donors, Planned Parenthood organizations advocate for health care access, promote effective education and prevention policies, protect a woman's right to choose, and challenge government interference in the most personal decisions of women and their families.
Planned Parenthood advocacy efforts also extend to some of the poorest nations in the world, where PPFA and some PPFA affiliates partner with local organizations to advocate for policies that promote women's health and improve their quality of life, including the provision of safe abortion."
"Yes, And Filibuster: A Comedy Rally for Choice" will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 at The Public House Theatre, 3914 N. Clark St. in Chicago. Tickets are $15. For information or tickets, call 800-650-6449 or visit PubHouseTheatre.com