Comedy for a Cause-Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7PM-Newton North

Comedy for a Cause!

Jesse Appell, Newton Fundraiser for Wuhan – Support a good cause and learn about life and comedy in China! Jesse, a Newton North graduate, is a comedy star in China, performing for millions on TV.  Jesse’s one-man-show about life in China and the situation in Wuhan is a one-of-a-kind event.

The Jingshan Exchange Program invites you to join us and enjoy Newton North alum Jesse Appell’s comedy show, along with a NNHS student performance, at 7pm Wednesday, Feb. 12th, in the Newton North auditorium! Buy tickets and make donations here: http://bit.ly/2vSkeFL

This performance will be in English. All ticket sales will be donated to Jingshan School and to buy medical supplies for Wuhan University Hospital.

Learn more about Jesse here:

1) CBS Evening News with Seth Doane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SswvOngekg&t=1s

2) Jesse on the front page of the Boston Globe: https://www.bostonglobe.com/arts/2015/09/26/newton-native-flourishes-stand-comic-china/vXkhpFyq0KUipIDMj7Vx6L/story.html

3) The Chinese standup routine from a major TV show (with subtitles): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WE80Rb76tzg&t=10s