Cancer?! I Hardly Know Her! is a solo comedy show about surviving cancer—and using it as a metaphor for the toxicity that divides us. Part personal story, part wake-up call, 100% interactive. You'll laugh. You might cry. You'll definitely learn what a Fear Shredder is.
Through personal stories—a diagnosis that changed everything, meeting a drunk wrestling legend, and navigating a world obsessed with being right—comedian Jamie Campbell discovers that the antidote to living in chaos is connection. Come ready to laugh, think, and find common ground with strangers. In a world designed to keep us divided, maybe the most radical thing we can do is be kind to each other.
ABOUT THE WRITER/PERFORMER:
Based in Kansas City, Jamie Campbell is a nationally touring stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. You may recognize him from appearances on NBC’s Chicago Fire, PopTV’s Hollywood Darlings, or the Emmy-nominated ABC series Boondoggle. Last year, he released a stand-up special through the globally recognized brand Dry Bar Comedy.
Jamie has been a major presence on the Kansas City performing arts scene for nearly a decade. In 2024 The Pitch named him the city’s “Best Stand-up Comedian” in their annual “Best of KC” issue. He is a founding member of The Bird Comedy Theater Players and performs regularly with them when he isn’t on the road. Jamie’s previous solo shows, The Devil On the Wall and Big Dad Energy each took home “Best of Fringe” honors when they premiered at this very festival.
When he isn't performing or writing, he loves to spend time with his incredible wife Jessica and their ferocious dog Millie.
I am not a religious person, but the only way I can describe Jamie’s show is graceful. Having lost someone to cancer last year I was hesitant to see this show. I am glad I went. It was just what I needed to see and hear. It is rare to walk away form a show and take something that will stick to you forever. What I took away was acceptance. Thank you Mr Campbell!
From start to finish, Jamie’s engaging show has you hooked. This is not just about a cancer journey, but also about understanding someone else’s point of view… and admitting that we all have something festering that we would rather ignore. Face it with humor and the courage to rip it to shreds!
This show was so funny and heartwarming. A good reminder of what is important.
Jamie is a wonderful comedian and storyteller. This was one of the most funny, moving performances I have seen of his to date. He provided safe space for the audience to share, cry and be inspired. We all came into to laugh and left feeling hopeful.
Jamie Campbell is an excellent storyteller and knows how to put a great show together. You will laugh a lot and maybe get a little misty-eyed, but in the end, you’ll feel hopeful!
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