Best comedy poster artwork ever made, by Laura Sanders.

Here’s the deal: we in Friendlytown have just too many hot dogs. Our surplus isn’t something we’re terribly proud of, either. So, we’ve called in a HDDM (Hot Dog Demolition Man) to help us sort this out.

Dustin Meadows (whose initials match “Demolition Man,” I realize as I’m typing this and amusing myself heartily) started HOT DOG! up in Columbus a couple of years ago. I had the chance to see one of these events in person at the Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival in 2016, and holy hell I can’t remember the last time I laughed harder and had more anarchic fun at a comedy show.

Basically, it’s a traditional stand-up showcase, except every performer has a “trigger” or a “mine” they’re not allowed to step across/on – a thing they do in their comedy that will result in Dustin buzzing them and making them consume a hot dog! It’s deceptively simple and insanely fun.

Our hot dog consumers for this evening will be:

• Kelly Morgan (from Asheville!)
• Jaxx Porter
• Lance Adams
• Aaron Chasteen
• Carson Barnes
• Jeff Danger
• Bryce Houseal
• Joshua Lampley
• St. Thomas LeDoux
• Alyssa Miller
• Beth Tompkins

Bring your appetites.