Deanna Ortiz
Jess Hand
A close-up of Deanna Ortiz.
Deanna Ortiz
Comedy fans better be rested and ready, because Madison Comedy Week is back Aug. 3-9. The fest is establishing a residency of sorts at the Bur Oak, which will host a pair of shows doubling as tapings for comedy specials, by Andrew Wegleitner (Aug. 3) and David Schendlinger (Aug. 8), as well as the return of the Madison Area Comedy Awards (Aug. 4), Deanna Ortiz’s stand-up/storytelling show “Funny Sl*t” (Aug. 6), and more. But be prepared to jet around town for shows at Comedy on State (including a weekend of performances by Jordan Jensen, Aug. 7-9, and the popular “Tight Fives” showcase on Aug. 5), Camp Tripalindee, North Street Cabaret, Crucible, Roxxy, The Tasting Room in Monona and Seminole Tap in Fitchburg. Find the schedule and ticket info at madisoncomedyweek.com.
media release: Deanna Ortiz used to think her job was just posting thirst traps for pornstars. Turns out, it was also therapy…. with a 401(k). In Funny Sl*t, Deanna tells the hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt story of working in social media for the adult entertainment industry, where she learned to embrace chaos, confidence, and her inner hot girl... all while replying “Thanks, babe!” to strangers in the comments.
Through NSFW inboxes, awkward Zoom calls, and the daily existential crisis of writing “cum” in a brand-safe tone, Deanna found something bigger than a paycheck (though those were nice too): herself.
Funny Sl*t is a sharp, self-aware, and hilarious look at what happens when your day job is sex and your side hustle is soul-searching. It’s for anyone who’s ever felt weird about their job, their body, or their browser history.
Tickets $10 online, $15 at the door!Doors at 6PM | Show at 7PM
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