# Event Details - **Event Name**: Asian Persuasion Variety Show - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Come join us for the 3rd Annual Asian Persuasion Variety Show! Produced by Peace of Cake Productions.About this EventCome join us for the 3rd Annual Asian Persuasion Variety Show (AP3)! AP3 is a part of the Foundation for Asian American Independent Media's 29th annual Asian American Showcase! This variety show will feature Chicago's best AAPI performers including music, standup, dance, improv and more! The past two years of or show have SOLD OUT, so don't wait and grab your tickets now!LINEUP:Host: Jin KimMantra (standup)Devin Jeong-Wright (standup)Hao DanceJerry Tran (standup)Improv from - Grace Goze, Soph Hubeny, Lauren Hugh & Maia PalmaSaku Yanagawa (standup)Stir Friday Night (Improv)Please be advised:The Newport Theater is up a flight of stairs with no elevator, but access to a Genesis portable mobile stairlift (rated up to 400 pounds) is available. Please email newporttheater@gmail.comin advance of your arrival to coordinate entry and sign a waiver (required by our landlord).There are four single-stall non-gendered restrooms available onsite.All entrants must comply with the Newport Safety Policy https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bd362060-496d-11f1-abf8-6d48bc5a41ef-rimg-w1108-h740-dc060505-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bd7af190-496d-11f1-abf8-6d48bc5a41ef-rimg-w493-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bdb33fa0-496d-11f1-abf8-6d48bc5a41ef-rimg-w493-h740-dc050304-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/bde17b90-496d-11f1-8029-21e65d43a1e3-rimg-w498-h740-dc030404-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/be149980-496d-11f1-8029-21e65d43a1e3-rimg-w491-h740-dc020202-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/be419cf0-496d-11f1-adb1-cbde64501197-rimg-w491-h740-dc040403-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/be7afc70-496d-11f1-8029-21e65d43a1e3-rimg-w512-h740-dc040304-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/beac1e90-496d-11f1-8029-21e65d43a1e3-rimg-w493-h740-dc030304-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/asian-persuasion-variety-show/100001987360377387 - **Event Categories**: performances, entertainment, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-05-15T23:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: The Newport Theater - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: The Newport Theater - **lat**: 41.9445539 - **long**: -87.65390359999998 - **full address**: The Newport Theater, 956 West Newport Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Asian Persuasion Variety Show - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/cbe2fb7c023a2c2185378af860c8171925c7c452b166ddbf9580ea0186ee3a6b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcebd6d8-gmir.jpg?v=1777380710 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Asian Persuasion Variety Show being held? - **A:** Asian Persuasion Variety Show takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at The Newport Theater, 956 West Newport Avenue, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Asian Persuasion Variety Show? - **A:** Asian Persuasion Variety Show is organized by The Newport Theater. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Newport Theater's events? - **A:** Attendees have given The Newport Theater a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. The Newport Theater has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Asian Persuasion Variety Show is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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