“Mr. Wade is an enchanting storyteller.” – The New York Times

“Wade is expressing not just our inner misfit but our inner small-town kid.” – The New Yorker

“He’s completely vulnerable. When he goes on stage he brings only himself. People instantly fall in love with him.” – George Dawes Green, the founder of The Moth

Art House Productions
345 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07302
October 2, 2024
Performances: 7:30pm


Michael Zaiontz is a writer, improvisor, singer, actor, and overall creative hailing from San Antonio Texas. He’s lived in Jersey City now for about 3 years, and has performed in musical productions such as Legally Blonde the Musical, Beauty and the Beast, and Hairspray. He’s also appeared in the plays Fool for Love by Sam Shepherd, Romeo and Juliet, and Antigone. His favorite role to date is Buddy the Elf, playing him at several Christmas parties during the holiday season. Michael has performed improv comedy at The People’s Improv Theater, and also at the Magnet Theater in New York City, where he learned the craft of storytelling from Adam Wade.  He’s currently working on a two novels, a screenplay, short film, and a memoir. Bringing fun, joy, and magic to others is what his life is all about. 


Katheryn McGaffigan takes you on a runaway train of manic adventures from the unconventional nine lives she's lived. Katheryn is edgy, gritty, shameless and funny as hell! Katheryn is currently working in biopharma, writing an Off-Broadway solo theater show, and recording a music EP. Instagram: @katherynmcgaffigan


Brian C. Lorio is a lecturer in the Department of Speech, Communications, and Theater Arts at Borough of Manhattan Community College, City University of New York. He teaches public speaking as well as various communication studies courses. At BMCC, Brian has taken an active role in his department’s storytelling initiatives and served as curator and host for the college’s inaugural shows at PAC NYC. Brian’s work as a documentary photographer has been the focus of three solo exhibitions and has been included in several New Jersey shows in addition to a book celebrating The Garden State. Publications, including The New York Times and Dissent Magazine, featured his images which often cover social justice movements and cultural events. Brian was proudly raised in Davenport, Iowa. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Speech from Northwestern University and his law degree from the University of Illinois College Of Law. He currently resides in Montclair, New Jersey. Instagram: @b.c.lorio


Mitch Applebaum is a 2-time Moth winner and cast member of the Off-Broadway show "Love Notes." He's also told stories at "Risk Storytelling Show," and "Awkward Teenage Years Show" in New York City.