Annex Gallery Featuring Jennifer Brhel
Stella's Art Gallery in the Annex April . Opening reception: Friday May 8th 7-9pm
Improv & Shenanigans , Polite Anarchy Production
Improv comedy is a live, unscripted performance in which everything is made up on the spot. Performers will create scenes, characters, and dialogue based on audience suggestions, leading to a show that has never been seen before, and will never be seen again!
The Landscape Show: Real or Fantasy
Stella’s is looking for Landscapes that are either Real or Fantasy. Definition of “Real” : actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
Definition of “Fantasy” : the faculty or activity of imagining things, especially things that are impossible or improbable.
Size Matters
Stella’s Art Gallery invites artists of all backgrounds and disciplines to submit work for an upcoming exhibition featuring small artwork.
Comedy Night with Henceforth Comedy
Overview
For one night, Stella’s Art Gallery transforms into an intimate pop-up comedy club featuring Chicago powerhouse Kristen Toomey.
A hidden art gallery in downtown Willoughby…
A nationally touring headliner…
And a room full of people ready to laugh their way into the weekend.
Kristen Toomey is one of the sharpest stand-ups working today. Her comedy is fearless, honest, and wildly energetic. It's the kind of performance that feels less like watching a show and more like being in the room when something special is happening.
She’s appeared at Netflix Is A Joke Festival, SXSW, Just For Laughs and top clubs like The Stand, Laugh Factory, and Zanies. Her debut album hit #1 on iTunes, her stand-up clips have pulled 20M+ views online, and she recently made her talk show debut on Sherri.
But here’s the part that matters most:You get to see her in a room that only fits 50 people.
These Henceforth Comedy shows are built for that exact feeling — the night you tell friends about later because you saw a killer comic up close before everyone else.
The Experience:
For one evening, Stella’s Art Gallery becomes a comedy club.
Arrive early, wander the gallery, grab a drink, and settle into a show that feels more like a secret gathering than a typical comedy night.
🎨 Explore the gallery before the show
🍷 Beer & wine available by suggested donation
🍺 BYOB welcome
Then we dim the lights and turn the room over to the comedians.
About Kristen Toomey
Kristen Toomey has been headlining clubs across North America and the UK since 2008.
She was recently named “Best Comedian in Chicago” three years in a row, her special “Shriller” was voted Best Special by Comedy Gazelle, and she became the first woman to host the Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards solo.
Her stand-up has appeared on:
Kevin Hart’s LOL Network • Peacock • Don’t Tell Comedy • Comedy Dynamics
She’s also opened for comics like Colin Quinn, Natasha Leggero, Kevin Nealon, Kyle Kinane, and Chris Redd.
Her style?
Bold, raunchy, brutally honest, and ridiculously funny.
Details
📍 Stella’s Art Gallery — Downtown Willoughby
🕗 Friday, April 17 — Doors at 7:00, show at 8:00 PM
Early Bird Tickets: $20 (through April 3)
General Admission: $25
At The Door: $30
Only 50 seats available.
This show is rated R. 18+ please.
Refund Policy
Refunds are available up to 24 hours before showtime.
Discounted or early bird tickets are not eligible for refund or exchange.
A Note About These Shows
Henceforth Comedy specializes in turning unusual spaces into one-night-only comedy clubs featuring nationally touring comedians.
Past performers have gone on to appear on:
Netflix • Saturday Night Live • The Daily Show • America’s Got Talent • The Joe Rogan Experience • The Tonight Show
Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kristen-toomey-pop-up-comedy-club-in-willoughby-tickets-1984830382103?aff=efbevent
Second Friday: The Four Seasons & Unreal: Two Visions - Reception & Award Ceremony
April 10th 7-9 is our Second Friday Event. Join us while we honor The Four Seasons show in the Main Gallery and Unreal: Two Visions in the Annex Gallery.
The Four Seasons
Stella’s Art Gallery invites artists of all backgrounds and disciplines to submit work for an upcoming exhibition inspired by The Four Seasons.
Annex Gallery Featuring Josh Chefitz and Gregory Johnson
Stella's Art Gallery in the Annex April . Opening reception: Friday April 10th, 7-9PM
Mindful Coloring - Drop In
Mindful Coloring Event Drop in between 11-4 on March 21st.
Join Us For A Free Mindful Coloring Event!
Is your life chaotic? Stressed? Need some time to slow down? Need a little relaxation with a side of Dopamine? Please join us here at Stella’s for drop in event so that you can learn the benefits of Mindful Coloring. Come when you want. Leave when you want. All supplies will be provided by our instructor and facilitator, Anna Weisend. However, if you have a favorite coloring book or your own set of pencils or markers, please feel free to bring them along.
Art Inspired by Music - Reception & Award Ceremony
Join Stella’s Art Gallery for a show celebrating art inspired by music.
Annex Gallery Featuring Natalie Souza
Stella's Art Gallery in the Annex in March . Reception: Friday March 13th, 7-9PM.
Art Inspired by Music
We all have that music that energizes us -from Classical, Country, to Rap or Rock-n-Roll. Listen to music that gets those creative juices going and create your masterpiece!
You've Got a Friend in Me
This show is about friendship, connection, and co-creation. Whether your collaboration is seamless, messy, intuitive, or experimental, we want to see how two minds intertwine to make something neither could create alone.
Annex Gallery Featuring David Simmerer
David Simmerer’s compositions are filled with growing things, creatures, erosion and atmosphere. Brought up by a wildlife biologist and a grandmother teaching advanced art lessons, David found his way to Cleveland Institute of Art, followed by a career in Art.
Reception February 13th 7:00PM-9:00PM
Greenwood by David Simmerer
Black and White Show Reception
Join us for the opening reception of a striking black-and-white exhibition that explores expression without the use of color.
ROYGBIV Reception (Annex Gallery)
Join us for the opening reception of ROYGBIV, a vibrant exhibition celebrating the expressive power of color in our Annex Gallery.
ROYGBIV call for art
Join us for the opening reception of ROYGBIV, a vibrant exhibition celebrating the expressive power of color in our Annex Gallery.
Black & White Show - call for art
From Black and white to shades of gray this exhibit challenges the artist to convey their message in a world without color. All types of work are welcome, there are no limitations!