“A Better Trip” with Shane Mauss
Hyper Live
Comedy + Science + Art + Psychedelics = A Better Trip Journey into the mind of a psychedelic astronaut with a consciousness-expanding comedy experience. At the intersection of science, humor, and psychedelics comes “A Better Trip,” the latest work from Shane Mauss. Originally a residency at AREA15 in Las Vegas–this hilariously heady event highlights Shane’s personal psychedelic experiences and examines the history, science, and culture of psychedelics. Accompanied by a vivid display of mind-blowing visuals and custom animations that back the entire performance, this one-of-a-kind show articulates the psychedelic experience.
About Shane Mauss: Stand-up credits include: Kimmel, Showtime, Netflix, multiple Comedy Central appearances and five appearances on Conan. Noteable podcast appearances include : Duncan Trussell’s Family Hour, WTF, Bertcast, Whiskey Ginger, and You Made it Weird, etc. Award-winning comedian, science podcaster, and mental health advocate Shane Mauss relentlessly integrates his life, interests, and imagination into creating shows that go far beyond traditional stand-up. Known for his uncanny description of psychedelic experiences, Shane’s Comedy Central “Tales From The Trip” videos have millions of views and his last SOLD-OUT tour (“A Good Trip”) inspired the documentary “Psychonautics: A Comic’s Exploration of Psychedelics.”
About The Visuals: MICHAEL STRAUSS is a VJ, digital artist, and event producer. Providing live visuals for legends in the psychedelic space, including Shpongle, Alex Grey, Desert Dwellers; Michael has crafted psychedelic audiovisual experiences and immersive environments for nearly 20 years.
The Vibe: Part trip report, part Ted Talk, all comedy show… this 90 minute performance is a celebration of the psychedelic renaissance.
Saturday 2/24/24 at 7PM and 9:30PM
