The internet is a dumpster. We’re all just digging through it.
In American Raccoon, Abby Bland turns late-night scrolling, online personas, and digital chaos into a wildly funny solo show packed with sharp insights and personal stories. Blending stand-up, poetry, and a touch of existential spiralling, Bland explores how the internet shapes the way we see ourselves—and each other. It’s weird, it’s honest, and maybe it hits closer to home than you’d like to admit. Come for the jokes, leave with something like hope.
Abby is incredibly talented! This show is hilarious and explores everything from media and animals to gender and identity in a way that’s thoughtful, playful, and heartfelt. I drove home with a big smile on my face. I especially loved Abby’s poetry and can’t wait to see more of her work soon. 🦝
Abby absolutely crushes this show! I love the usage of media, poetry, and stand up. It’s nostalgic, funny, and smart. Definitely a KC performer you want to see more of.
American Raccoon is a brilliantly chaotic mix of poetry, stand-up, and off-the-wall storytelling that somehow comes together into one unforgettable Fringe experience. From the delightfully absurd “Build-a-Bear After Dark” and “Trash Panda for President” to razor-sharp observations about the strange internet advertising and content the internet insists we consume, every moment lands with confidence and wit. Equal parts hilarious, insightful, and delightfully unhinged, this show embraces the beautiful unpredictability that makes KC Fringe so special. If you’re looking for a performance that will keep you laughing while constantly surprising you, American Raccoon is an absolute must-see.
Funny, fresh and relevant. I appreciated the poetry most of all!
I had no idea. You will laugh and learn while rummaging through the garbage can of life. Don’t worry – Abby is a brilliant guide through the chaos of our scrolling world!
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