This show is for ages 18+

Lauren always believed adulthood would be filled with flirty flings, and eventually, true love. But on her quest to live out that dream, she gets… herpes!

Dealbreaker is an autobiographical solo show about dating with herpes, stigma, and the path to healing. Part storytelling and part comedy, this show is for anyone who's ever feared they might die alone because of herpes or anything else. Directed by Francesca Sobrer. Creative consultation by Lisa Burton.

"Dealbreaker is brave as hell and deeply human. Lauren takes the thing we are told makes us unlovable and drags it into the light, making it funny, raw, disarming, and surprisingly healing." - Nothing Without a Company

"I walked out more sex positive than ever before." - Alice D'Orlando (audience member)

"Inspirational, moving, hilarious, and educational!" - Jessica Gavrilovski (audience member)

The Den Theatre and comedy club is pleased to host Dealbreaker: A Sex Positive Solo Show on April 26, 2026 at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.

Tickets are currently available at thedentheatre.com or by calling (773) 697-3830. 

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