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We put down our devices, talk, and listen. 

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It's What’s It Like To Be You? – where the story is You. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind evening of spontaneous storytelling, comedy and human revelation led by a true Chicago original and media pioneer… and you!


No one is interviewed without first giving his or her permission.  (It’s okay just to watch!)

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What's It Like to be You? was created and is performed by 8-time Emmy winner & Studs Terkel Media Award recipient, Ben Hollis.

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What's It Like to be You?: About Us
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How It Works

Immediately prior to the event, Hollis circulates among attendees, finding several volunteers willing to engage in a 5-10 minute interview. Each interviewee, deftly guided by Hollis,

humorously reveals

What’s It Like To Be You?

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Meaningful Connections that will Amaze You

(You're going to learn a lot about people you thought you knew!)

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Created and facilitated by eight-time Emmy Award winner and Studs Terkel Media award recipient Ben Hollis (Wild Chicago, WTTW.)

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"Big laughs and endless surprise...No one can sit through such a show and not get a feel for the vulnerabilities and strengths of those who participate." 

-- The Chicago Tribune

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773-502-9842

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Contact

773-502-9842

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