The Den Theatre

From virginal dildo salesman to non-nude porn actor, Daniel Shar gives a voyeuristic look at his wild life as a sex-adjacent worker. Come get sucked into this unbelievable true story of a timid man getting bursts of confidence through his jobs helping other people get off.
Tastefully raunchy with a throbbing heart, Near Sex For Work takes audiences on a roller coaster of climactic twists and blue-balling turns as Shar chronicles his ridiculous resumé with support from the most sensational videos, audio clips, and images he has amassed along the way (and censored for this production).
Fans of comedy shows that go deeper will gush for this one’s potential to reduce the shame and stigma around sex and its industry while also highlighting the reality that, underneath humanity’s massive range of sexual preferences, everyone is ultimately just craving connection.
Allen Salkin’s review of the show for The Hollywood Reporter said, “I laughed so much I almost had an asthma attack… go see it” and The Comedy Bureau chose Near Sex For Work as one of 2024’s Best Things, calling it “one hell of a comedy gold mine.”
CONTENT WARNING: this show is for adults only. It does not contain any visible nudity, but there will be censored adult content and sexually explicit language. Being weird or creepy about all this is strictly prohibited.

Local Event: Near Sex For Work (touring live comedy about unique adult industry career)

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Near Sex For Work (touring live comedy about...

From virginal dildo salesman to non-nude porn actor, Daniel Shar gives a voyeuristic look at his wild life as a sex-adjacent...

Near Sex For Work (touring live comedy about unique adult industry career)

Daniel Shar

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Barely on here, find me at danielshar.com. Bringing my live show to The Den Theatre in Chicago on 8/7, more dates TBA.

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Lorraine Swanson

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Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are invited to attend this free community event designed to help children recognize and celebrate their personal heroes.
The new hands-on event will be an opportunity for children to dress up as their favorite superhero and participate in “training” stations set up around the Academy, including obstacle courses, strength tests and kindness missions.
Refreshments will be provided. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 WHAT: Kiddie Academy Hero Play Day WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. -noon. WHERE: 4874 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

Local Event: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln...

Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds....

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood

Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are invited to attend this free community event designed to help children recognize and celebrate their personal heroes.
The new hands-on event will be an opportunity for children to dress up as their favorite superhero and participate in “training” stations set up around the Academy, including obstacle courses, strength tests and kindness missions.
Refreshments will be provided. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 WHAT: Kiddie Academy Hero Play Day WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. -noon. WHERE: 1645 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

Local Event: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park

Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are...

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The Den Theatre, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park