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We put down our devices, talk, and listen

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!)

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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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!)

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

"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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