The Longest Night of Laughter: A Benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association of Wisconsin

  • June 11, 2025 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • The Bend Theater

    125 N Main Street
    West Bend, Wisconsin 53095
Ticket Price $50.00-$250.00 Buy Tickets
Description

The Longest Night of Laughter: 

A Benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association of Wisconsin

 

Join us for a night of laughter – all for a cause that touches so many hearts. The Longest Night of Laughter brings together Wisconsin's funniest comedians for a night of comedy that goes beyond the jokes. We’re raising awareness and funds to support the Alzheimer’s Association of Wisconsin, a mission that’s deeply personal for all involved.

 

This incredible event will be hosted by comedians Dana Ehrmann and J Tyler Menz, both of whom have mothers currently battling this heartbreaking disease.

 

Starring Wisconsin's Best Comedic Talent:

 

Rachel Mac

Johnny Beehner

Chastity Washington

Charlie Berens

 

All ticket proceeds go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association of Wisconsin, helping fund crucial research and provide vital support for families impacted by Alzheimer’s.

 

This isn't just another comedy show – it's comedy with a cause. Every laugh you share helps make a difference.

 

Come for the laughs, stay for the impact.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                

 

RACHAEL MAC

 

RACHAEL MAC is a writer and comedian currently based in Milwaukee after almost a decade of performing in Los Angeles. She is a Paid Regular at The Comedy Store and has been on Comedy Central's Lights Out with David Spade, both doing stand-up and as a panelist. Rachel worked as a writer for The Movie Show, a late-night comedy sketch show on SyFy, which stars two puppets. She is also, for better or worse, a middle school English teacher. She writes about comedy, teaching, and motherhood on her substack "A Star is Dying," https://rachelmac.substack.com/

 

JOHNNY BEEHNER

 

JOHNNY BEEHNER made his network television stand up debut on the Late Show with David Letterman in 2015. Johnny puts on a hilarious show. He’s got everything you want from a comic: He’s silly, he’s likeable, and he’s fun. With a background in improvisational theater including training at Chicago’s prestigious Second City, as well as the Upright Citizens Brigade in Los Angeles, Johnny brings his unique style to the stage. He has been Jim Gaffigan’s opening act on many of his theater shows, regularly appears on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Show, and his comedy can be heard regularly on XM/ Sirius Satellite radio. Johnny has also appeared on “Gotham Comedy Live” on AXS tv.
    
 

Other notable accomplishments of Johnny’s include winning First place in Comcast’s “Trial By Laughter” series, and being named one of Ricky Gervais’ Top 5 picks in the “Just Sayin” stand up contest. Johnny was also recently named one of 2025’s Top 10 “Hot Comics to Watch” by his wife. She says that he would have a shot at the #1 spot if he would “work just a little bit harder.”

 

He’s a married man, a fantastic father, and his current life goal is to win just one argument with his beautiful wife.

 

CHASTITY WASHINGTON

 

CHASTITY WASHINGTON’s career spans over thirty years, taking her to colleges and clubs across the country. A finalist for NBC's Diversity Comedy Search and a winner of HBO's Comedy Wings competition, she has made her mark on stages everywhere. Chastity has been featured on BET Comic View, HBO Def Jam, and the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival, as well as the Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest.

 

A regular at the Laugh Factory Chicago and Comedians You Should Know, Chastity has also graced some of the most iconic stages, including New York Comedy Club, The Grisly Pear Village (Manhattan), TeeHee’s, Sidesplitters in Wesley Chapel, The Lincoln Lodge, Zanies in Chicago/Rosemont, Comedy On State in Madison, and both the Milwaukee Improv and Chicago Improv.

 

Her dynamic presence has led her to open for comedy legends like Tommy Davidson, Sommore, David Mann, Vince Carone, Charlie Berens, Michael Che, and Roy Wood Jr.

 

CHARLIE BERENS

 

CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, and musician best known for creating Midwest-focused sketch videos like his popular series “The Manitowoc Minute” and the hilarious podcasts, “Cripescast” and “Bellied Up.” He has amassed over 9 million followers across his social channels thanks to his relatable comedic sensibility.

 

Charlie is currently on his Good Old Fashioned Tour which when completed, will have lasted 589 days, playing 127 shows in 88 cities. 2023 saw the release of his first stand-up special, Charlie Berens: Midwest Goodbye and he will be taping the follow up in February 2025. In 2021, he published the New York Times Best Seller, “The Midwest Survival Guide,” which is in development for series at ABC.

 

In 2020, he paired up with “Horseshoes & Hand Grenades” lead singer Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album, Unthawed, which hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart. The duo followed that up with Dive Bar Dinner in 2023, which also landed on the Billboard Charts.

 

Most recently, he was featured in a nationwide Target campaign, served as the ambassador for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin’s Annual Food for the Holidays Campaign and launched his very own brandy, Berens Old Fashioned Brandy, which is in stores now across Wisconsin.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                

 

Doors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats, visit our historic lobby, concession stand and fully stocked bar!

Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM

 

**No discounts or promo codes are available for fundraiser events. All ticket sales are final. 

Date & Time

Wed, Jun 11, 2025 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Venue Details

The Bend Theater

125 N Main Street
West Bend, Wisconsin 53095 The Bend Theater
The Bend
The Bend is an experience venue in downtown West Bend, WI. Built in 1929 as a Vaudeville theatre building, The Bend was restored by the nonprofit organization Historic West Bend Theatre Inc in 2020. 

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