Ep. 270 – "This Blows": A Musical Comedy Show That Doesn't Suck with Creator Jessica Wachs
Sat Nov 15 2025
In this episode, Mark sits down with Jessica Wachs, the creator and artistic director behind "This Blows" – a musical comedy show that doesn't suck!
Written for locals, by locals, and starring locals, This Blows is Key West's newest annual show that mashes up stand-up, sketch comedy, and live music into one big, ridiculous, heartfelt island experience. Jessica pulls back the curtain on how the show came to life, what it's really like building a hometown production from scratch, and why Key West is the perfect place for a comedy musical that doesn't take itself too seriously.
They talk concept, casting, collaboration, and the beautiful chaos of putting real people (you might recognize) on stage at the Key West Theater. If you love Key West, comedy, live music, or just supporting local creatives doing cool sh*t, this one's for you.
Featuring an all-star local cast including:
Commissioner candidate Christopher Massicotte YouTube's Patty Mayo Grammy-considered Trenton Chandler Aubrey Urban Jessica Wachs Steve Crane Elliot Sammartino Curtis Grass Sherry Ivey Jones Laurie Thibaud Theresa Chiechi Piano by James King Venue:
Key West Theater
512 Eaton St
Key West, FL 33040
🎟 Grab tickets to "This Blows"
Key West Theater – Tickets
🎧 Listen to / grab the live recording
"This Blows" Live Recording
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In this episode, Mark sits down with Jessica Wachs, the creator and artistic director behind "This Blows" – a musical comedy show that doesn't suck! Written for locals, by locals, and starring locals, This Blows is Key West's newest annual show that mashes up stand-up, sketch comedy, and live music into one big, ridiculous, heartfelt island experience. Jessica pulls back the curtain on how the show came to life, what it's really like building a hometown production from scratch, and why Key West is the perfect place for a comedy musical that doesn't take itself too seriously. They talk concept, casting, collaboration, and the beautiful chaos of putting real people (you might recognize) on stage at the Key West Theater. If you love Key West, comedy, live music, or just supporting local creatives doing cool sh*t, this one's for you. Featuring an all-star local cast including: Commissioner candidate Christopher Massicotte YouTube's Patty Mayo Grammy-considered Trenton Chandler Aubrey Urban Jessica Wachs Steve Crane Elliot Sammartino Curtis Grass Sherry Ivey Jones Laurie Thibaud Theresa Chiechi Piano by James King Venue: Key West Theater 512 Eaton St Key West, FL 33040 🎟 Grab tickets to "This Blows" Key West Theater – Tickets 🎧 Listen to / grab the live recording "This Blows" Live Recording