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jadeestebanestrada · 16 hours

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Heaven is a place on earth

Tonight, I’ll be slinging jokes with Chris Castles, Kyle Doughty, and Jack Neil at 7A Ranch in Wimberley, Texas, a town Hill Country folks call "a little bit of heaven." Show time 7:30 p.m. Come get your celestial laughs with us!

Photo: Christine Cain-Weidner

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jadeestebanestrada · 4 days

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Remembering showcases past

Melissa Weltner performs a monologue from Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof in Jade Esteban Estrada's 1st Annual Actors Showcase. One of my favorite photos of that glorious night.

Next class: May 15 via Zoom. DM for details.

Photo: Mary Lentz

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jadeestebanestrada · 4 days

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Clean comedy night in Jefferson

Oh, how I love a good challenge.

I totally enjoyed doing clean comedy this weekend in Jefferson, Texas, the state’s fifth oldest town! Thank you to my comedy brother Omar Tarango for the queer opportunity to spread my wings sans feathers, and to Mickey and the 1852 on Austin staff for the delicious hospitality. What a swanky venue!

Don't worry. I didn't throw the blue jokes out with the bathwater.

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jadeestebanestrada · 14 days

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O.J. Simpson, free at last

Actors who are also OJ sympathizers are my target audience.

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jadeestebanestrada · 15 days

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Comedy in the City of Dreams

On July 19, I'll be representing Team USA at the 4th Annual Boom Chicago Comedy Festival in Amsterdam. Looking forward to performing alongside comedians from all over the world!

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jadeestebanestrada · 30 days

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Bad hare day.

Photo: Rain Halbert

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jadeestebanestrada · 1 month

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Comedy night in Northridge

I feel lucky to have been part of this incredible St. Patrick's Night lineup at The Open Book in Northridge! Performing in a room full of books hits different!

The wonderful and deeply hilarious Lauren Yang curated and hosted a phenomenal holiday show that included improv, clowning, stand-up, music, dance, and storytelling. There was literally something for everyone.

Huge thanks to Nathaniel for the hospitality.

Until next time, my talented friends!

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jadeestebanestrada · 2 months

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Longview laughs

Saturday night, I’ll be performing at Firehouse Bar & Grill in Longview. It’s been a minute since I’ve performed in this East Texas town so I’m excited about this show! Hope to see you and your toxic, but comedy-loving, exes there!

Photo: Brent Kosadar

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jadeestebanestrada · 2 months

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Thank you, Phoenix, Avondale, and Catalina

Feeling inspired and invigorated after a beautiful week in the American Southwest! 🌵

I kicked off the journey in New Mexico, attending my mother's birthday dinner, then I accompanied her to a Valentine's dance at her senior center. I enjoy dancing with her (she pretends to let me lead but she's really kind of leading), but I truly love watching her dance with others. She's such a graceful dancer.

On Thursday, I performed at The Purple Turtle in Phoenix, and the following evening, at Backstreet Asia in Avondale. Thank you to Jesse Ever for the awesome experience and the hospitality.

Saturday night, I had the honor of headlining Comedy in Catalina at Catalina Craft Pizza. This comedy series is downright magical because of the energy and light that Kenny Shade puts into it. Huge thank you for having me back and for welcoming us into your comedy and real-life family.

I had the pleasure of working with some fantastic comedians, many of whom were new to me. I hope to cross paths with them again soon.

I also got to have Irish tea with my burlesque family in El Paso. Thank you Feisty, Max, Maggie, Bailey, and Clementine for inviting me into your colorful, fun-filled world.

Make time for the people you love, do what makes you happy, and don't forget to moisturize.

See you soon, East Texas!

Wardrobe: Ambrosia Minge

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Rest in power, Chita Rivera

I wanted to post about this yesterday, but it took me a full 24 hours to process the news of Chita Rivera’s passing.

Chita was a theatrical force of nature. In 1993, I had the good fortune of seeing her in Kiss of the Spider Woman on Broadway, and, a few years later, in an intimate cabaret show that featured only her and two male dancers. She seemed like the kind of person who enjoyed keeping busy between big shows so that she wouldn’t get rusty. As all dancers know, the body forgets! I remember how those young men lifted her up, flipped her in the air, and all the while she was in complete control of her body, belting out her songs in her signature style. She was about 60 years young at the time. It was so inspiring!

As the years passed, I’d occasionally see her at Ripley-Grier Studios, where auditions and rehearsals continue to take place. She was warm and kind to everyone, particularly to the young dancers, and she was always smiling. When she passed by, one got the sense that they were in the presence of greatness.

It’s also worth mentioning that, at a time when Latino performers were aligning themselves with Latino activism, Chita was, first and foremost, a Broadway performer who just happened to be of Puerto Rican descent on her father’s side.

I thought I’d share before the tides of time sweep us away to the next big thing.

Rest in power, Chita.

For the interested: Here’s “Gimme Love,” a number from Kiss of the Spider Woman. Classic Kander and Ebb, it’s the song that will always remind me of her.

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Naughty girls need laughs, too

Some late-night comedy shows are more revealing than others. At 10 p.m. tonight, I'll be joining the T&A Tuesdays lineup at The Secret Group in Houston, Texas. Tess Vergult and Corlis DeLauren host.

Photo: Brent Kosandar

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Sold out show in Panama City!

Tonight's show at Mosey's Downtown is sold out! Looking forward to another night of laughs on the Emerald Coast!

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Last night in NOLA

Tonight I'll be performing in Queers of Comedy at Oz on Bourbon Street! Daniel Gray hosts. Hope to see you there!

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Ice, ice, baby

Winter Comedy Message: Please be advised that starting at 8 p.m. there will be a heat wave of hilarity at The Howlin' Wolf!

Because tonight's Comedy Beast lineup includes Joe Tolpi, Lee Glass, and Gregory Joseph, this comedy show has been upgraded to a comedy extravaganza with a 100% chance of laughs! Hosted by Amanda G and Allison Hotard. Hope to see you there!

Photo: Brent Kosadnar

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jadeestebanestrada · 3 months

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Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober

I’ve participated in many comedy competitions during my tour and Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober is definitely one of my favs. Come warm up with us Wednesday night at the Hi-Ho Lounge! Isaac Kozell hosts.

Photo: Brent Kosadnar

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jadeestebanestrada · 4 months

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Tonight is the night, San Marcos! An evening of laughs awaits you at Roughhouse Brewing! 🍻

Roughhouse, smooth comedy

For those who like their comedy a little rough…

On Jan. 11, I'll be returning to Roughhouse Brewing in San Marcos, Texas, one of the coziest comedy venues on the map! Aaron Suarez features. Jack Schutze hosts. Hope to see you there!

Photo: Brent Kosadnar

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jadeestebanestrada · 4 months

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Top this

I'll be back in New Orleans this weekend. See you At the Top!

Photo: Brent Kosadnar

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