Comedy Show & Masquerade Ball
Join the Arts Academy of Sedona for an uncommon Halloween event. It’s two events in one…a comedy show and dance party.
The evening begins at 7:00pm with a comedy show featuring Aaron Foster. Once you get to laughing, you’ll want to stick around for the masquerade dance party lead by Sedona’s incomparable D.J. Nathan Quinn. Masquerade starts at 9:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Light appetizers and beverages will be provided.
AARON FOSTER COMEDY:
Growing up with a bipolar father and a schizophrenic brother left Aaron Foster with a combination of survivor’s guilt, depression and anxiety that has invalidated his every accomplishment, destroyed his every relationship and invaded his every waking thought. A comedy!
“Mostly Jokes” was named “Best Solo Show” at the Tucson Fringe Festival in January and has received reviews such as: “A laugh every twenty seconds.” “I’ve never laughed so hard about mental health.” “Subversively hilarious, laugh out loud gallows humor.”
Foster is the former host of HGTV’s FreeStyle who turned to standup to manage his depression and anxiety. He has performed at clubs all over the West Coast and has been touring this show for the past year. Some of his main influences are Mike Birbiglia, Maria Bamford, Gary Gulman, Marc Maron, Taylor Tomlinson and Neal Brennan. Do with that information what you will.
Aaron Foster Bio:
Aaron foster is the clinically depressed former host of an HGTV show you (probably) don’t remember, has acted in numerous films you’ve (hopefully) never seen, and is a standup comic you’ve (sadly) never heard of. That being said, his uniquely hilarious take on dark topics like his own mental health (or lack thereof) has given him a unique voice in the comedy world and he regularly performs in clubs and theaters around the us and canada.
Foster’s style lies somewhere between the hilarious storytelling of mike birbiglia and the raw honesty of marc maron. His uniquely dark perspective is how he deals with the madness of, well, life.
He is currently on tour with his show “mostly jokes” that was named “best solo show” at the 2025 tucson fringe festival. It is autobiographical standup and storytelling that one reviewer called: “dark comedy with a huge heart.” Another said: “subversively funny, laugh out loud, gallows humor.” One more said: “holy shit.”
“Mostly jokes” – growing up with a bipolar father and a schizophrenic brother left aaron foster with a combination of survivor’s guilt, depression and anxiety that has invalidated his every accomplishment, destroyed his every relationship and invaded his every waking thought. Hilarious!
MASQUERADE DANCE PARTY:
D.J. Nathan Quinn will keep your spirits high as you dance the night away. Prizes for best dressed. Get your masks and costumes ready for a halloween party like no other.
D.J. Nathan Quinn Bio:
Nathan Quinn is an acclaimed creative leader, former Elite and Ford model for brands like Armani and Versace, and founder of By Design Entertainment International. Renowned for his impact as a DJ; in fashion and social advocacy. He champions global social justice, regional and community causes.
TICKETING:*
Comedy Show Only – $25 in advance ($35 at door)
Dance Party Only – $15 in advance ($20 at door)
Both Events – $35 in advance
*no refunds
