# Event Details - **Event Name**: Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: If a TED Talk and a tequila shot had a baby, it would be this hilarious & heartwarming show!About this EventOptimistic Personality DisorderIf a TED Talk and a tequila shot had a baby, it would be this show!A One-Woman Inspiring Comedy Show by Merit KahnWhat do you get when you mix a stand-up comic, a master storyteller, and a woman who’s been through some things?Optimistic Personality Disorder is a hilariously healing one-woman comedy show that blends live comedy, theatrical storytelling, and real-life wisdom into a night you’ll never forget. It’s the kind of live performance that proves laughter really is the best therapy (no co-pay required).From cringe-worthy parenting moments to wildly inappropriate dating stories, Merit Kahn turns 50 years of life into a comedy cocktail of real talk, raw emotion, and razor-sharp wit. This is feel-good, funny-as-hell stand-up meets theater- a smart, relatable comedy night perfect for anyone who’s survived… well, anything.You’ll laugh. You might cry. You’ll definitely leave feeling better about your own life.It’s part stand-up, part theater, part TED Talk... all heart.🎭 Grab your girlfriends, your grown-up kids, your main squeeze, or come solo and meet your new favorite people. Whether you’re looking for a memorable girls night out, a unique live comedy experience, or just something uplifting and fun to do, this is the show.SPECIAL EVENT:After the show, Merit Kahn, your resident playwright, producer, and performer triple threat, will host an open “Ask Anything” session. Curious about the show? Her creative process? Her life choices? Nothing’s off-limits in this bonus behind-the-scenes moment. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/grand-rapids-mi-optimistic-personality-disorder-show/100002001793382895 - **Event Categories**: fitness, comedy, Art, Entertainment, Theatre, Kids, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Doors Open At: 6:00 PM - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Aquinas College - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.77, max: 300, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Grand Rapids - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Aquinas College - **lat**: 42.9606096 - **long**: -85.6263247 - **full address**: Aquinas College, 1700 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4bbde7487f1e098a8bccea86b111425ea80a2eb54fa748e1dfce6b4a6ec25e6a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790057943 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show being held? - **A:** Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Aquinas College, 1700 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show? - **A:** Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder Show is organized by Merit Kahn. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Grand Rapids, MI: Optimistic Personality Disorder 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 Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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