All the Boys I Blocked
Los Angeles, California | Theatre
LGBTQ, Musical
Have you been gaslit? Are you clown curious? Do you hate the patriarchy? Chanel & the Circus is going on a world tour with their solo clown musical "All the Boys I Blocked" and wants you to join the journey.
All the Boys I Blocked
Los Angeles, California | Theatre
LGBTQ, Musical
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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Have you been gaslit? Are you clown curious? Do you hate the patriarchy? Chanel & the Circus is going on a world tour with their solo clown musical "All the Boys I Blocked" and wants you to join the journey.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
SYNOPSIS
"All the Boys I Blocked" is a feminist coming of age story...at 30.
Chanel & the Circus opens the show with confidence and pizazz - singing and clowning but quickly has a mental breakdown about their lack of success with love...not to worry! Their soulmate could be in this very room tonight! Chanel continues to "date" three audience members, sneakily hiding scripts in oversize props. The audience can see the toxicity of the people they date, but Chanel sees through the rose colored glasses of chick flicks. After losing their music career to a jealous manager, Chanel realizes they're not the only one who's been through these experiences...that women in particular have been called "crazy" throughout history for standing up for themselves, being bold, and loving fiercely. With a face full of chocolate, Chanel embraces their own strength and celebrates self love with the audience.
PRESS
"Samson’s performance was remarkably human and deeply relatable. They never let the exaggerated nature of the genre detract from the searing humanity of their performance, a clear sign of a master clown."
-Colleen Hammond, Onstage Pittsburgh
"They capture the trials and tribulations of relationships in ways that are so universal. A hilarious and empowering show! Bravo!"
-Rachel Troy, Hollywood Fringe
"It’s an incredible experience and Chanel is part rock star, part clown-witch and all musical god."
- Samantha Simmonds-Ronceros, Noho Arts District
WHO IS CHANEL & THE CIRCUS?
My name is Chanel Samson and I've been an artist for as long as I can remember. I've had several bands, played around the world, run a queer circus, and last year began my theater trajectory with "All the Boys I Blocked," a solo clown musical. My friend Melanie D'Andrea wrote the show with me, and through the process we discovered the importance of boundaries and self love, especially in a patriarchal world. With everything happening right now, I think it's vital to remember how to rely on each other and build community. I am so excited to go on this tour and connect with people all over the world.
Because this is a musical, I'm recording an album of songs from the show. I produced and released "Did You Know?" a song about infatuation and "White Guy" about the current political climate. I've been so lucky to have musicians and crew donate their time to the project and would love to pay my collaborators for the rest of the album and show. I'm a filmmaker so each song will have its own music video!
TIMELINE
This campaign begins as I join San Diego Fringe Festival and continues to Denver Fringe, New York, and LA.
I'm hoping to reach our target before Edinburgh Fringe!
SPREAD THE WORD!
Support comes in many forms, if you can't donate consider these options:
- Share the campaign link on social media
- Repost Chanel & the Circus on Instagram
- Tell your parents and friends with expendable income!
THANK YOU
Here's a little chocolate ice cream for reading this far
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Planes Trains and Automobiles!
Costs $500
I am traveling from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Fringe and back with many performance stops along the way!
Accomodation!
Costs $1,000
This clown needs a bed or a ball pit to rest their head!
Venues, Props, and Flyers Oh My!
Costs $500
I'm renting venues, creating or buying props, and printing and distributing flyers so people come to the show!
Music Production!
Costs $50
I'm recording the album myself. I would like to be able to hire musicians, get plugins for production, and rent recording studios!
Music Video!
Costs $50
I'm directing, producing, and editing my music videos and this will help cover a tad of the costs to make them!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
My team is literally my community. Everyone has donated their time thus far to bring this project to life and I cannot wait to take the next step together.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
SYNOPSIS
"All the Boys I Blocked" is a feminist coming of age story...at 30.
Chanel & the Circus opens the show with confidence and pizazz - singing and clowning but quickly has a mental breakdown about their lack of success with love...not to worry! Their soulmate could be in this very room tonight! Chanel continues to "date" three audience members, sneakily hiding scripts in oversize props. The audience can see the toxicity of the people they date, but Chanel sees through the rose colored glasses of chick flicks. After losing their music career to a jealous manager, Chanel realizes they're not the only one who's been through these experiences...that women in particular have been called "crazy" throughout history for standing up for themselves, being bold, and loving fiercely. With a face full of chocolate, Chanel embraces their own strength and celebrates self love with the audience.
PRESS
"Samson’s performance was remarkably human and deeply relatable. They never let the exaggerated nature of the genre detract from the searing humanity of their performance, a clear sign of a master clown."
-Colleen Hammond, Onstage Pittsburgh
"They capture the trials and tribulations of relationships in ways that are so universal. A hilarious and empowering show! Bravo!"
-Rachel Troy, Hollywood Fringe
"It’s an incredible experience and Chanel is part rock star, part clown-witch and all musical god."
- Samantha Simmonds-Ronceros, Noho Arts District
WHO IS CHANEL & THE CIRCUS?
My name is Chanel Samson and I've been an artist for as long as I can remember. I've had several bands, played around the world, run a queer circus, and last year began my theater trajectory with "All the Boys I Blocked," a solo clown musical. My friend Melanie D'Andrea wrote the show with me, and through the process we discovered the importance of boundaries and self love, especially in a patriarchal world. With everything happening right now, I think it's vital to remember how to rely on each other and build community. I am so excited to go on this tour and connect with people all over the world.
Because this is a musical, I'm recording an album of songs from the show. I produced and released "Did You Know?" a song about infatuation and "White Guy" about the current political climate. I've been so lucky to have musicians and crew donate their time to the project and would love to pay my collaborators for the rest of the album and show. I'm a filmmaker so each song will have its own music video!
TIMELINE
This campaign begins as I join San Diego Fringe Festival and continues to Denver Fringe, New York, and LA.
I'm hoping to reach our target before Edinburgh Fringe!
SPREAD THE WORD!
Support comes in many forms, if you can't donate consider these options:
- Share the campaign link on social media
- Repost Chanel & the Circus on Instagram
- Tell your parents and friends with expendable income!
THANK YOU
Here's a little chocolate ice cream for reading this far
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Planes Trains and Automobiles!
Costs $500
I am traveling from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Fringe and back with many performance stops along the way!
Accomodation!
Costs $1,000
This clown needs a bed or a ball pit to rest their head!
Venues, Props, and Flyers Oh My!
Costs $500
I'm renting venues, creating or buying props, and printing and distributing flyers so people come to the show!
Music Production!
Costs $50
I'm recording the album myself. I would like to be able to hire musicians, get plugins for production, and rent recording studios!
Music Video!
Costs $50
I'm directing, producing, and editing my music videos and this will help cover a tad of the costs to make them!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
My team is literally my community. Everyone has donated their time thus far to bring this project to life and I cannot wait to take the next step together.