SqueakyFest is Back and Funnier Than Ever!
Squeaky Wheel Media is thrilled to kick off SqueakyFest 2026—the nation’s only multi-city disability comedy festival—with a special Chicago event in partnership with Tellin’ Tales Theatre for a second year in a row. Join us Friday, July 24 at Mrs. Murphy’s and Sons Irish Bistro for a night of sharp, hilarious storytelling and stand-up from a lineup of acclaimed disabled performers, including Kadeem Fuller, Lauren Walker, Ben Noble, George Tracy, Nate Woogen, Katie Zane and the Tellin’ Tales Theatre Improv Team “What’s Yours Like?”
Friday, July 24, 2026 @ 7:00 pm
Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro
3905 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
Performance is ASL interpreted and Audio Described. Masks are suggested and available at the door. To request dedicated curb-to-seat assistance email steve@tellintales.org or text 773-704-5536 24 hours before the performance.
Suggested Donations:
General Admission: $20
People with Disabilities and students $15
Proceeds from the show will go to benefit nonprofit organizations Squeaky Wheel Media 501(c)(3) and Tellin’ Tales Theatre.
Our Tales Told Podcast is Here!
Tales Told, the new monthly podcast from Tellin’ Tales Theatre, hosted by Robert Teverbaugh and Shui Sherard, celebrates the art of storytelling from our past performances. Each episode shines a light on the diverse voices and talents of people with and without disabilities within our community, echoing the Tellin’ Tales mission to amplify stories that connect, inspire and empower.
Available on your favorite podcast destinations!
First Episode
In our first episode, meet hosts Shui and Rob, and hear powerful true stories by founder and solo performer, Tekki Lomnicki and storyteller Josh Friedberg—exploring body image, disability, vulnerability and self-acceptance. Real stories, real voices.
“I feel that Six Stories Up has had a huge impact on Tiernan’s childhood. He tried one or two programs before but never went back after the first week because he felt like he didn’t fit in. He now calls himself an actor and feels that the program has shown him there’s nothing he can’t do.” —Daphne Tajalli
As you can see with Tiernan, and so many others, Tellin’ Tales Theatre’s programs helps mold the futures of our participants. You can support our mission with your time as a volunteer or ambassador, with a financial gift or through in-kind contributions. Please consider making a gift to Tellin’ Tales now. 85% of all donations go directly to the mission.
