ANNA BARTLING »CLUB 27«

Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse, Janis Joplin—they’re daring, mysterious, and part of an exclusive group: the 27 Club! Artistic souls tormented by fame, scarred by drug abuse, and all of whom died at the age of 27. Anna Bartling is 27, definitely not cool enough for the 27 Club, and above all: full of life. A wild youth? Not a chance. Why die young and live fast? Anna Bartling’s first stand-up show is a defense of failure, cringe, and the attempt not to take yourself too seriously. With absurd stories and clever punchlines, Anna explains why being young is colossally overrated. Sure, the osteoarthritis in her big toe is a pain, but the main thing is never having to take swimming lessons with 8b again. So grab a seat in the front row, laugh your embarrassment right out of your heart, and go home knowing that it’s okay not to be as cool as Kurt Cobain. Anna may not be cool, but she’s extremely charming, unbelievably funny, and full of anticipation for turning 60.