Center Stage Sunday, Sept. 8th at 10am Rich Swierzewski is a seasoned improv performer with a passion for spontaneous storytelling and comedy. With years of experience in the world of improvisation, Rich has honed his craft, delighting audiences with his creativity. Known for his dynamic stage presence and ability to think on his feet, he ... Read more

North Stage Saturday, Sept. 7th at 4pm Thomas Swick grew up in Phillipsburg, NJ, and lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL, where he spent 19 years as the travel editor of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. He is the author of four books, the most recent being Falling into Place: A Story of Love, Poland, and the ... Read more

Plymouth Court Stage Sunday, Sept. 8th at 2pm Rachel Swearingen is the author of the story collection How to Walk on Water and Other Stories. Her stories, essays, interviews and reviews have appeared in Electric Lit, VICE, The Missouri Review, Kenyon Review, Off Assignment, Agni, American Short Fiction, and elsewhere. She lives in Chicago.