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Open Mic is a serio-comedy web series that explores the world of amatuer comics. The web series is an anthology of ten episodes, where each episode focuses on a different comic performing their standup and juxtaposing it with events in the comic's life that inspired the set. My goal is to show the audience that open mic can provide a space for the comedian to tell their story in the form of a group therapy, as well as give them a sense of catharsis when tragic events happen in their lives -- much like it has for me.

In a three-month period I had developed a writing complex due to an overwhelming marketing job, lost all my savings after losing that job during the holidays, had my best friend move away to a different time zone, and was living in city where my bills and rent conitnued to pile on top of each other. Not much was going my way and I only had so many next moves. Open mic was a safe space for me. It allowed me to speak about my issues in a way that everyone could jump on board and relate to their lives. I am convinced that through open mic I was able to dig myself out of a low part of my life and put myself in a position to succeed. And I still do open mics today.

The forum of an open mic allows comics to open up, and their stories really piqued my interest -- from coping with a death of a significant family member, to uncovering their own beautiful body, to simply being noticed by the world. These are all challenges we face, making the no-name comic's story that much more relatable.

In order for these stories to come to light, my team and I need to raise $5,000 dollars in 30 days. I ask for everyone to share this campaign and donate $10 or more in order for this project to get underway.

The donation you give will allow us to start our first season and explore even more stories.

There are incentives (always have incentives). T-shirts and other memorabilia will be given depending on the donation. A thank you card will be sent regardless of the amount.

Thank you in advance for all your support.

Ryan