A cathartic comedy experience

Generation Ex: Because we all need to break up with something. Delight Factory’s curated comedy show is asking you: What do you need to break up with? Your cell phone carrier, your codependent boss, your procrastination techniques? Bring it with you, and leave it in flames at the end of the night. 

What to expect:

Comedy! The show will be filled with hilarious comedians who will help us laugh at all the insanity. 

Fire Ritual: The show will end with a fire dancer in the yard, and an optional release ritual. You can burn a paper with what you want to release into the fire. In a way, you can throw your new “Ex” into the fire.

Chill Out Space: Stay after the show! Our cozy art installation Vibe Check will be open, and the bar area is perfect for more conversations and more laughter. 

Schedule

7:00 PM Doors
7:30 PM Opening ritual
7:45 PM Comedy show begins
9:10 PM Show ends with fire ritual
9:25 PM Reception
10:00 PM Close

It will be a memorable night, made better by your attendance!
Generation Ex is produced by comic/filmmaker Meghan Scibona, with Delight Factory.

Comics

Headliner: Gary Simons

Gary Simons is a comedian and writer living in Brooklyn, New York. He’s been on the road opening for Mike Birbiglia, Roy Wood Jr, Gary Gulman, and Sam Jay. In 2024, he was selected as a Comic to Watch in the New York Comedy Festival @garyfromconnecticut

Esther Chen

Esther Chen is a stand-up comedian and actor from Taiwan. She is seen on HBO, Hulu, Amazon, FX, NBC, Comedy Central, Buzzfeed, HBO Max and MTV. She is also the dialect coach for Mr. Robot Seasons 2&3 and contributed to the translations on the show. Most recently, Esther recurred on the new Sex and the City show-- And Just Like That, shot a promo for Jerry Seinfeld’s Netflix special “23 Hours to Kill,” and guest starred on Law and Order: Organized Crime. She has performed at the American Embassy in Taiwan, a bakery in Chinatown, and also a Jewish cemetery. @theestherchen

Maria DeCotis

Maria DeCotis is a NYC based comedian, actress, and writer from Fayetteville, Georgia where she famously Christmas caroled for Big Boi at age 12. She has been featured in New York Magazine, Vogue, Rolling Stone. You might know Maria from Comedy Central, or from opening for Mike Birbiglia on his show The New One. @mariadecotis

Carley Moore

This is Carley’s fourth appearance at Delight Factory. She’s new to stand up, but old to everything else. Carley is the author of Heart Less, Panpocalypse, The Not Wives, 16 Pills, and The Stalker Chronicles and just back from her European book tour that started and ended in Berlin. She’s also a professor at NYU and released an album called Tiny Techno with Jason Nunes. You can find her on Insta @fragmentedsky, blogging on Substack, and now on Spotify at Tiny Techno. Carley came from Berlin in January where she was trying to escape this country. @fragmentedsky 

Kiera Moran

Kiera is a writer, comedian, playwright, and actor from Rye, NY. Her play, LIKEWISE, went up at the New York Theater Festival in January 2025. She has trained at Stella Adler Studio and the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York, the British American Drama Academy in London, and Faust International Youth Theater in Hong Kong. Kiera has been performing stand-up in New York since 2022.  You can find her on Instagram @kieramoran. @kieramoran

Katie Schindelheim

Katie Schindelheim is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian, writer, and actress. She has performed all over the country at places like Stand Up NY, Caroline's on Broadway, the Comedy Store, and the Hollywood Improv. When she isn't making people laugh, she's aggressively playing trivia at her local bar. @theurbanneurotic

Meghan Scibona

Meghan Scibona produces this show, and is a comic, director, writer, producer. She has lived in Los Angeles for the past 3 years but can’t give up on New York, and pops in a lot. She recently performed at The Icehouse in Pasadena, Hollywood Improv, The Crow in Santa Monica, 3 Clubs in Hollywood and here at Delight Factory in Brooklyn. Also, in someone’s apartment and a romance bookstore! She is obsessed with seasonal produce and excited that rhubarb season has begun. @meghanscibona

Host: Gloria Alexander

Hailing (not Satan, relax) from Salem, Massachusetts, Gloria Alexander is a Los Angeles based standup comic that regularly performs all around the city and regularly overshares on Instagram. @gloriaisfunny

Fire Ritual

Elke Dehner

Elke recently left her job as the director of marketing and communications at the Rubin Museum of Art. She is the co-founder of Delight Factory, an art gallery, performance space and creative prototyping place of wonder and delight. @chaiselongue8

A cathartic comedy experience

Generation Ex: Because we all need to break up with something. Delight Factory’s curated comedy show is asking you: What do you need to break up with? Your cell phone carrier, your codependent boss, your procrastination techniques? Bring it with you, and leave it in flames at the end of the night. 

What to expect:

Comedy! The show will be filled with hilarious comedians who will help us laugh at all the insanity. 

Fire Ritual: The show will end with a fire dancer in the yard, and an optional release ritual. You can burn a paper with what you want to release into the fire. In a way, you can throw your new “Ex” into the fire.

Chill Out Space: Stay after the show! Our cozy art installation Vibe Check will be open, and the bar area is perfect for more conversations and more laughter. 

Schedule

7:00 PM Doors
7:30 PM Opening ritual
7:45 PM Comedy show begins
9:00 PM Show ends with fire ritual
9:15 PM Reception
10:00 PM Close

It will be a memorable night, made better by your attendance!
Generation Ex is produced by comic/filmmaker Meghan Scibona, with Delight Factory.

Featuring

Comics

Headliner: Maria DeCotis @mariadecotis

Carley Moore @fragmentedsky 

Kiera Moran @kieramoran

Isabelle Pierre @theisabellepierre

Katie Schindelheim @theurbanneurotic

Meghan Scibona @meghanscibona

Fire Ritual

Catherine Burns @thecatherineburns

Visual Art

Art on display throughout the space by @kateraudenbush @toddpolenberg @charlesberonio and @beardedtwinmusic

Join us for Hilltop Headspace Jam, where mindfulness, music, and self-expression come together! Begin with a calming meditation to center your mind, then immerse yourself in an open, collaborative jam session full of rhythms, movement, and creative play. Led by the Delight Factory and Soulwork Studio, you'll experience the joy of percussive music—drums, clappers, bells, and more—designed to bring us all closer together. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and let the flow guide you.

This first ever Tiny Techno event showcases Jason Nunes’ artwork, a live performance by Tiny Techno’s Jason Nunes and Carley Moore, and a DJ dance party. The night will include some of their crocheted friends, who have appeared in the music videos.

Tiny Techno is a multi-media art project created by Jason Nunes and vocalized by Carley Moore to help you laugh, dance, and consider your own role in outer space. Are you an astronaut, an alien, a black hole, a spaceship, an angel, or a being unknown to earthlings? 

Tiny Techno began with childhood drawings of aliens and spaceships, sparking a sense of excitement and escapism. Over time, this creative energy expanded into music, art, and writing, though without a clear direction.

A turning point came with a voice text from Carley, which seamlessly fit into the music already in progress. Her words carried a playful, musical quality that came to life when combined with sound.

To create the imagery, Nunes collaborated with AI, which he recognizes presents ethical concerns, and it also enables the creation of imagery that complements the music, allowing for a cohesive artistic vision as a solo endeavor, with Carley as the vocalist.

Releasing Tiny Techno meant navigating the complexities of the music industry. Simply being on Spotify became an exploration of its algorithm-driven ecosystem and the industry's evolving landscape.

This first ever Tiny Techno performance by Jason Nunes and Carley Moore will take place during the opening night of Nunes’ exhibition at Delight Factory. It will include some of the crocheted friends, who have appeared in the music videos.

Don’t miss the once-in-a-lifetime Tiny Techno performance and DJ set!

SCHEDULE
7:30 PM Art show opens
8:30 PM Performance and DJ dance party
9:30 PM Close

Learn more about the exhibition Tiny Techno.
Tiny Techno website.
Tiny Techno merch.

A monthly improvisational sound journey for musicians and non-musicians alike, in a beautiful and cozy space.

WHAT HAPPENS?

Together we go on two journeys, each lasting about two hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome. Bring an instrument or use ours. There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

There is a bar area and loungey art installation for breaks and conversations. 

WHEN & HOW?

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & Let loose.

$ by donation ($25 recommended, depending on your wealth, no one turned away)

WHAT’S THE INTENTION & VIBE?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

The Delight Factory has four areas, the main area is for music making, the bar, back yard, and Vibe Check audiovisual environment are for conversations.

WHY ‘EGO FREE’?
The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world. Often it shows up as fear and embarrassment and tries to make us NOT do something. It can also show up as an urge to draw attention to ourselves (“Mama, look!”). When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

DO I NEED TO BE A MUSICIAN?
Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

WHAT TO BRING?
You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have percussion instruments, a piano, synthesizers, guitars, mics, & more.

IS THIS A REOCCURRING EVENT?
Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. We alternate between acoustic and electro-acoustic (acoustic on even months). Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG, BS (@delightfactorynyc).

CAN I COME FOR PART OF IT?
Sure! Try and come before the jams start (8 & 10 PM) but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

THE SIX JAM GUIDELINES
- Explore & Play!
- No judgment of others (or yourself - if you’re able to).
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected and step back when it’s time for someone else to claim space.
- Listen to others.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

THE INTENTION IS FOR IT TO BE
* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

WHAT IT ISN'T
* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

HEALTH SAFETY
COVID-19 is still here, as are other illnesses. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events.
We try and create cross airflow (as temperatures allow) and we have sanitizers for instruments and mics.
If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

QUESTIONS?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.
Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We look forward to seeing you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

By donation ($20-25 recommended)

The Ego Free Jam is a monthly night of improvisational music for musicians and sound makers of all skill levels. We alternate between electro-acoustic and acoustic. Acoustic jams are on even months.

Acoustic Ego Free Jam

This month leave the amps at home and show up with your favorite acoustic instrument: hand pans, flutes, didgeridoos, banjos, ukuleles, guitars, or your voice! We’ll supply an acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, octave mandolin, piano, various hand drums, and percussion instruments.

What happens?

Together we go on two improvisational music and sound making journeys, each lasting about 2 hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. There will be space for dancing and body movement, feel free to make art, or just listen.

There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & let loose.

What’s the vibe?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome.

The Delight Factory has several areas, the main area is for the jam; the bar, back yard, and Vibe Check installation are areas for conversations.

Why ‘Ego Free’?

The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world and tries to make us NOT do something. It shows up as fear and embarrassment. When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

Do I need to be a musician?

Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

What to bring?

You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, yoga mat, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have a variety of instruments.

Is this a reoccurring event?

Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG (@delightfactorynyc).

Can I come for part of it?

Sure! Try and come before the jam starts but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

The Jam Guidelines

- Explore & Play!
- No judgment - of yourself or others.
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected.
- Listen: Listen, and make space for the other people in the jam.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

The intention is for the jam to be:

* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

It isn’t

* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

COVID-19 safety

COVID is still here. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events. .

We’ll have cross air, hepa filter, and sanitizers for instruments and mics.

If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

Questions?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.

Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We're excited to see you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

"There are no secrets that time does not reveal."

You are invited to make a beautiful vision board that represents your hopes and dreams for 2025, *and* taps into your intuition to see what the New Year might bring.
Delight Factory friend and collaborator Anya Kamenetz has been hosting this legendary annual collage party for nearly two decades and - WARNING - these vision boards have manifested wild ambitions and hopes, and revealed enormous changes in store!!! We're going to open up a portal and shape our future together.

WHAT TO BRING

We will have a stack of posterboards, magazines, scissors and glue.
Bring your own magazines, collage supplies, a bottle of something to drink or a bite to share.
Donations are encouraged ($10-20). They will help defray the costs of the space & event, and also a portion will support Standing Together.
Bring a friend who's into this sort of thing! Kids are welcome if they can respect the general vibe.

Please STAY HOME or WEAR A MASK if you are sick. 

 "To hell with more. I want better." — Ray Bradbury

By donation ($20 recommended, no one turned away)

The Ego Free Jam is a monthly night of improvisational music - electronic and acoustic - for musicians and sound makers of all skill levels.

WHAT HAPPENS?

Together we go on two improvisational music and sound making journeys, each lasting about 2 hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. There will be space for dancing and body movement, feel free to make art, or just listen.

There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & Let loose.

WHAT’S THE INTENTION & VIBE?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome.

The Delight Factory has three areas, the main area is for music making, the bar and back yard areas are for conversations.

WHY ‘EGO FREE’?
The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world and tries to make us NOT do something. It shows up as fear and embarrassment. When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

DO I NEED TO BE A MUSICIAN?
Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

WHAT TO BRING?
You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, yoga mat, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have percussion instruments, a piano, synthesizers, mics, & more.

IS THIS A REOCCURRING EVENT?
Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG (@delightfactorynyc).

CAN I COME FOR PART OF IT?
Sure! Try and come before the jam starts but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

THE SIX JAM GUIDELINES
- Explore & Play!
- No judgment - of yourself or others.
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected, listen to the others, and step back when it’s time for someone else to claim space.
- When in doubt, listen to others.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

THE INTENTION IS FOR IT TO BE
* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

WHAT IT ISN'T
* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

COVID-19 safety
COVID is still here. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events. .

We’ll have cross air, hepa filter, and sanitizers for instruments and mics.

If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

Questions?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.

Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We're excited to see you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

By donation ($20 recommended)

The Ego Free Jam is a monthly night of improvisational music for musicians and sound makers of all skill levels. We alternate between electro-acoustic and acoustic. Acoustic jams are on even months.

Acoustic Ego Free Jam

This month leave the amps at home and show up with your favorite acoustic instrument: hand pans, flutes, didgeridoos, banjos, ukuleles, guitars, or your voice! We’ll supply an acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, octave mandolin, piano, various hand drums, and percussion instruments.

What happens?

Together we go on two improvisational music and sound making journeys, each lasting about 2 hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. There will be space for dancing and body movement, feel free to make art, or just listen.

There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & let loose.

What’s the vibe?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome.

The Delight Factory has several areas, the main area is for the jam; the bar, back yard, and Vibe Check installation are areas for conversations.

Why ‘Ego Free’?

The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world and tries to make us NOT do something. It shows up as fear and embarrassment. When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

Do I need to be a musician?

Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

What to bring?

You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, yoga mat, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have a variety of instruments.

Is this a reoccurring event?

Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG (@delightfactorynyc).

Can I come for part of it?

Sure! Try and come before the jam starts but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

The Jam Guidelines

- Explore & Play!
- No judgment - of yourself or others.
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected.
- Listen: Listen, and make space for the other people in the jam.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

The intention is for the jam to be:

* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

It isn’t

* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

COVID-19 safety

COVID is still here. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events. .

We’ll have cross air, hepa filter, and sanitizers for instruments and mics.

If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

Questions?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.

Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We're excited to see you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

About the Performance

Join actor, song writer, and dancer, Zenni Corbin for Dregs, their debut solo show and interactive experience. A house warming gone wrong, Dregs incorporates dance, poetry, karaoke, sketching, and photography. This interactive experience blends stories of pain with a little confetti.  During this one hour performance, Corbin will explore their journey from displacement to housing, their Guyanese grandmother's migration, and how non-binary and HIV positive people navigate sexuality and housing in urban spaces. At the center of this piece is the question of how we all create new homes for ourselves.

NOTE: Guests are asked to bring a small physical object from their home that represents some key aspect of home making or their place in the world.

About the Artist

Zenni Corbin is an actor, songwriter, and dancer from New Jersey. Their credits include The Diving: Ceremonies from In the Name of The M/other Tree at The Apollo Stages, Sandy Lam's Pravna tour, an MTV Video Music Award in Japan for the video Nan Nan, as well as several works with Ebony Golden's Jupiter Performance Studio. Corbin's debut solo show at Delight Factory explores displacement, migration, and housing in urban settings. To see more of their work follow them on Instagram @Zennireach

Lay back and immerse yourself in ambient, ethereal, and cathartic electro gothic sound, paired with textured, geometric light projections. On an Axis is the debut album of Brooklyn based post-rock project “Oh please, oh please, oh haunt me!” featuring Mitch McCann and Ryan Manchester. The artists invite you to “travel On an Axis together through the darkness of grief to regain our natural light through machinery orbital soundscapes”.

Schedule
Doors: 8:00 PM
Sound & Video: 9:00-10:00 PM, including a break

This is a shoes-off event. Bring cushy socks.

About the Artists

Oh please, oh please, oh haunt me! is an audiovisual project founded by Mitch McCann and Ryan Manchester. While processing deep grief & heart-ache from a recent divorce, Mitch had taken a picture of a strange light anomaly he saw in the sky that he posted on his instagram story jokingly saying  “I’m half ready to start a band just to make this an album cover” which his friend Ryan Manchester saw & replied “come to my studio and play around. if we sound anything like Mount Eerie (which Mitch had attached to the post) I want to be a part of it.” and thus the project “Oh please, oh please, oh haunt me!” began. As both members were processing their individual heart ache and beginning their own spiritual practice the project became a source of therapy for the Duo. Together they intend to help transmute these darker feelings into light by helping themselves and others heal by coming back into our own hearts and waking up to the divine. The Album cover is the photo Mitch took and shared.

Video Artists

Arrien Zinghini (Snark) is a visual artist and musician producing and performing experimental video material that aims to bring back lessons from the other side. To see more of their work follow them at @snarkkkkkkk, snark.bandcamp.com, and CHROMETROPIC.COM.

Marcin Pospiech, known by his artistic alias reinfected.me, is a multimedia designer and graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Wrocław, Poland. Now based in London, he channels his personal explorations and experiences of alienation into thought-provoking short films. His work often delves into confronting deep-seated phobias, creating visual narratives that push the boundaries of reality. Collaborating with music composers, Marcin crafts animations that immerse audiences in unfamiliar realms and alternate dimensions, presenting his unique ceremonies and visions where the line between sanity and madness blurs.

Instrumental Flow is an exploration into the magic of improvisational play and collaborative creation.

Part jam session, part co-created composition. Part conducted piece, part free flow. This is a jam where we’re focusing on connection, on flow, on the dance of taking up space to do your thing and offering space for others to shine. Join us as we explore what we can create when we really listen: to ourselves, to each other, and to the music.

WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?

All are welcome!! Instrumentalists, singers (the voice is an instrument too!), beginners, and experts alike! Everyone will be invited to participate in some way or another, but feel free to choose your own adventure as you decide how deep to dive into the flow.

WHAT WILL WE GET UP TO?

Our facilitator will lead us in a series of musical improv games and exercises that explore creation from a variety of angles, always with the intention of moving towards deeper listening, greater connectivity, and richer musicality.

7:00pm - DOORS ~ The space opens for mingling with our new friends!

7:15pm(ish) - PLAY ~ We’ll begin by messing around on all the different instruments: ones that are known to us, ones that are new, just a bunch of play time.

7:30pm(ish) - CONNECTION ~ We’ll spend some time connecting & sharing as we learn more about our fellow players and what sorts of places we’re coming from / moving towards.

7:45pm(ish) - GAMES ~ All sorts of experiments and adventures exploring:

• rhythm

• melody

• harmony

• groove

• song form

• genre

• duet

• improvised cover songs

• small ensemble composition

• building up to…

9:00pm(ish) - FLOW ~ Free flow, listening in as we follow the music!

These music games, inspired by Rhiannon’s Vocal River curriculum, the Musica do Circulo practice, Bobby McFerrin’s Circle Song School, Jeffrey Noordijk’s Conducted Composition classes, and our own ideations, give us the tools to craft spontaneous compositions that center deep listening, trust, flow, and self-surprise. Together, we will ask ourselves, “How can I listen more deeply to my inner creativity, to my partners, and to the music itself? What does the music want in this moment, and how might I serve the music?”

What a joy, to dip our toes into the flow of collaborative instrumental improvisation. Come on in, the water’s fine!

WHERE ARE WE HANGING?

This event will be held at the amazing Delight Factory, an arts space in Bed-Stuy that was lovingly designed to host jam sessions just like this! (Check out their monthly Ego Free Jam)

SHOULD I BRING INSTRUMENTS?

Delight Factory has all sorts of instruments and music toys on site to play with: pianos, guitars, bass, drums, mics, percussion, melodica, etc.

We also invite you to bring your favorite instruments and music toys of your own! How many different musical colors can we bring into the mix to paint with??

LED & FACILITATED BY:

Jeffrey Noordijk (he/him) is a singer, improviser, creative music leader and vocal coach based in Soest, The Netherlands. He studied at the HKU Utrechts Conservatorium where he started in 2010 at the Bachelor of Music in Education. As a singer he is active as the lead singer in a semi-acoustic duo together with a guitarist, as a sub in various professional coverbands and in 2022 he started to pursue his dream of taking vocal improvisation to the stage. To get himself inspired, he participated in a course led by the legendary Rhiannon which really lighted up the fire. During this course he met three singers from the Vokal Orchester NRW and from August 2022 on he is now also part of the Vokal Orchester NRW.

🌱 🌿 🌳

RESPECT THE SPACE!

This is a beloved venue and we want to honor them! Please be considerate of the space.

LOW-PRESSURE PARTICIPATION

Gaia Music Collective events are participatory, but low-pressure. You'll be invited to sing along and make music with us, but we encourage you to draw your own boundaries and engage at your own pace - we pride ourselves in creating a judgment-free community where you can express yourself however feels right!

LATE ARRIVALS

We ask that you arrive no later than 30 minutes after start time, after which we close the doors (lovingly) in order to preserve the intimacy and trust of the musical container we’re building. Thank you for understanding!

COVID VACCINATION & BOOSTER RECOMMENDED (but masks not required)

CANCELLATION POLICY

Tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before the event, after which we are no longer able to offer refunds. This policy helps us keep these events financially sustainable for both our community and our team. If you RSVP but are no longer able to come, please let us know so that we may offer your spot to someone else! We want as many people to be able to experience these gatherings as possible, and since capacity is limited, each spot is precious.

For more info, contact us at gaiamusiccollective@gmail.com.

MEDIA CONSENT

Because we want to share what we’re up to with people who can’t join us in person, there will be photographers and videographers present — by attending, you consent to being a part of that media, some of which may be posted online! Please email us with any questions or concerns at gaiamusiccollective@gmail.com

NO ONE TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS

Gaia is funded by sliding scale ticket donations, with a “no one turned away for lack of funds” policy. It is of the utmost importance to us that these events remain affordable and accessible - we never want money to be a barrier to making music together. If a ticket scale is financially prohibitive to you, feel free to donate outside of the scale at whatever amount is sustainable for you, or to email us at gaiamusiccollective@gmail.com for volunteer opportunities or assistance!

GAIA MUSIC COLLECTIVE MISSION

Gaia Music Collective is an NYC-based creative community seeking to foster a more connected world through collective music-making. Founded in June of 2021 in a living room in Brooklyn, this project was born out of a desire to create accessible, inclusive, playful spaces for people to explore connection, expression, healing, and release through collaborative song - spaces where folks feel empowered to make music free of judgment or expectation, and to make new friends as our full, beautiful, authentic selves.

We believe that communal music-making is a fundamental human practice, and this project seeks to build spaces for folks to nurture their relationship to music, whether they're shower singers, professional musicians, or anything in between.

All are welcome in this community. Gaia seeks to foster spaces of belonging for humans of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, classes, religions, abilities, national origins, languages, and musical experiences. All we ask is that you bring an open mind, a desire to connect, and a willingness to leave judgment of self and others at the door.

By donation ($20 recommended, no one turned away)

The Ego Free Jam is a monthly night of improvisational music - electronic and acoustic - for musicians and sound makers of all skill levels.

WHAT HAPPENS?

Together we go on two improvisational music and sound making journeys, each lasting about 2 hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. There will be space for dancing and body movement, feel free to make art, or just listen.

There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & Let loose.

WHAT’S THE INTENTION & VIBE?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome.

The Delight Factory has three areas, the main area is for music making, the bar and back yard areas are for conversations.

WHY ‘EGO FREE’?
The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world and tries to make us NOT do something. It shows up as fear and embarrassment. When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

DO I NEED TO BE A MUSICIAN?
Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

WHAT TO BRING?
You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, yoga mat, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have percussion instruments, a piano, synthesizers, mics, & more.

IS THIS A REOCCURRING EVENT?
Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG (@delightfactorynyc).

CAN I COME FOR PART OF IT?
Sure! Try and come before the jam starts but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

THE SIX JAM GUIDELINES
- Explore & Play!
- No judgment - of yourself or others.
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected, listen to the others, and step back when it’s time for someone else to claim space.
- When in doubt, listen to others.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

THE INTENTION IS FOR IT TO BE
* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

WHAT IT ISN'T
* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

COVID-19 safety
COVID is still here. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events. .

We’ll have cross air, hepa filter, and sanitizers for instruments and mics.

If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

Questions?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.

Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We're excited to see you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

Doors: 7:30 PM
Performance: 8:00 PM
60 min plus intermission

Step into a night where rhythm meets vulnerability at this poetic speakeasy featuring poet and glass artist MJ Blackwell. Experience an evening of soulful storytelling as MJ brings you along (and through!) her colorful journey of self-discovery and fortitude. She will share rhythmic poetry pieces that reflect her evolution, difficulty, and resilience. Live musicians will accompany this poetic journey so be prepared to lean in. 

This is more than just a performance; it’s an invitation for you to show up in your own creative calling. Join us for an intimate night in a beautiful space. 

MJ will also offer original flameworked glass jewelry from her MJBlackwellArt line which is made right here in Brooklyn.

Duration:

60 minutes, with intermission

Part 1: 30 mins

• The Whole

• Lonely In Crowded Rooms

• The Sound of Brooklyn

• A Feel Good Poem

• Like PocketBooks: Carrying Chaos Inside

Intermission: 15mins

Part 2: 30 mins

• Glass Flame

• My Pen

• Cosmic You

• Underdogs For the Win

• I Write Poetry

Drinks and light bites will be available before, during, and after the show.
MJ’s wearable glass art will be on view and for sale throughout the night.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

MJ Blackwell is a Brooklyn-born multidisciplinary poet, performer, and glass artist. She curates and hosts Friday Night Poetry at Ciao Bella Coffee cafe and teaches creative writing workshops at Bailey's Cafe and Connect Faith’s Creativity Lab. MJ was awarded a Fall 2023 Urban Glass Bead Project fellowship for Urban Glass followed by a scholarship to Corning Museum of Glass Artist Studio. Her glass jewelry has been featured at pop-up events across Brooklyn in addition to The Urban Glass Gallery. When not writing, performing, or flameworking glass you can find her playing pickleball or in a  cozy cafe in Brooklyn. You can find her work on Instagram at MJBlackwellArt.

Join us for this weekly fun, transformative, and liberating yoga practice to conclude your Friday evening, with Aqila Norris of Soulwork and her signature Slow Flow Yoga class.

This unique class combines elements of Yin Vinyasa and Restorative poses to create an experience that will help you release tension, increase flexibility, and create ease in your body.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, Aqila will help you transition into the weekend with this soul-nourishing practice that will help you live well and embody ease.

Beginnners welcome.
Mats & props are provided.

Doors: 7:45 PM
Class: 8:00-9:15 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

In Tune Yoga Flow
Join us for this invigorating, themed, weekly Tuesday evening class, where we practice being in healthy relationship with our bodies. Expert teacher Aqila Norris of Soulwork incorporates soulful sounds and elements of dance into her classes, and introduces intentional sequencing and alignment tools to help you tune up your yoga practice.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels are welcome.

Tuesdays
Door 6:15 PM
Class 6:30 - 7:30 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

Join us for this weekly fun, transformative, and liberating yoga practice to conclude your Friday evening, with Aqila Norris of Soulwork and her signature Slow Flow Yoga class.

This unique class combines elements of Yin Vinyasa and Restorative poses to create an experience that will help you release tension, increase flexibility, and create ease in your body.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, Aqila will help you transition into the weekend with this soul-nourishing practice that will help you live well and embody ease.

Beginnners welcome.
Mats & props are provided.

Doors: 7:45 PM
Class: 8:00-9:15 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

CANCELLED:
Our teacher Aqila is also a doula and a baby is coming today!
We’ll be back on Friday!

In Tune Yoga Flow
Join us for this invigorating, themed, weekly Tuesday evening class, where we practice being in healthy relationship with our bodies. Expert teacher Aqila Norris of Soulwork incorporates soulful sounds and elements of dance into her classes, and introduces intentional sequencing and alignment tools to help you tune up your yoga practice.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels are welcome.

Tuesdays
Door 6:15 PM
Class 6:30 - 7:30 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

By donation ($15-20 recommended)

The Ego Free Jam is a monthly night of improvisational music for musicians and sound makers of all skill levels. We alternate between electro-acoustic and acoustic. Acoustic jams are on even months.

Acoustic Ego Free Jam

This month leave the amps at home and show up with your favorite acoustic instrument: hand pans, flutes, didgeridoos, banjos, ukuleles, guitars, or your voice! We’ll supply an acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, a NEW octave mandolin, piano, various hand drums, and percussion instruments.

What happens?

Together we go on two improvisational music and sound making journeys, each lasting about 2 hours, with emphasis placed on listening to and supporting each other. There will be space for dancing and body movement, feel free to make art, or just listen.

There are no spectators, only creators. Allow for the magic to happen!

The opening ritual is an invitation to overcome our resistance to self-expression. Take a little risk and delight in knowing that it didn't kill you ;)

• 7:30 PM: Doors open, time to settle & mingle

• 8:00 PM: Jam #1 begins

• 10:00 PM: Jam #2 begins

This is a shoes-off event. Bring your cushy socks & let loose.

What’s the vibe?

The idea is to let go and allow ourselves to play.

There are no audiences at an Ego Free Jam. We're all participants, even when we're just quietly enjoying the groove. Jams include musicians and sound makers of all experience levels. They are safe spaces where we explore our creativity and where we strive to support others in their explorations.

Dancing, stretching, and art making are welcome.

The Delight Factory has several areas, the main area is for the jam; the bar, back yard, and Vibe Check installation are areas for conversations.

Why ‘Ego Free’?

The ego is the part of us that wants to keep us safe in the world and tries to make us NOT do something. It shows up as fear and embarrassment. When we get the urge to "do it right” out of the way, we can play, improvise, take a little risk, mess up, see that it didn't kill us, and feel the delight in that piece of freedom.

Do I need to be a musician?

Not at all. You can pick up an instrument and improvise, vocalize, move your body, make something, or just listen.

What to bring?

You are encouraged to bring an instrument, dancing body, art supplies, yoga mat, favorite toy, whatever inspires you and is fun for you. Or come as you are. We have a variety of instruments.

Is this a reoccurring event?

Yes! It's every first Saturday of the month. Hear about future jams & other events through our newsletter or FB, IG (@delightfactorynyc).

Can I come for part of it?

Sure! Try and come before the jam starts but you're welcome any time. Stay for however long or briefly you want!

The Jam Guidelines

- Explore & Play!
- No judgment - of yourself or others.
- Claim space: Do a solo, stand out, be loud, and remember to stay connected.
- Listen: Listen, and make space for the other people in the jam.
- No spectators.
- Have fun!

The intention is for the jam to be:

* Experimental / Exploratory
* Improvisational
* Spiritual
* Therapeutic
* Inclusive
* Playful
* Supportive
* Open

It isn’t

* A Performance
* A Singalong
* An Open Mic
* A Party
* Getting/Doing it Right

COVID-19 safety

COVID is still here. Please be aware of the risks you take by attending our events. .

We’ll have cross air, hepa filter, and sanitizers for instruments and mics.

If you're having symptoms, please stay home. We encourage masks. Thank you!

Questions?

Please reach out at delightfactoryNYC@gmail.com.

Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about what’s coming up at Delight Factory.

We're excited to see you.
Jason & Elke - Delight Factory founders

****

"One of the great pleasures of making music with others is when all musicians are in sync, aware of each other, listening to the separate streams of each instrument merging into a river of greater sound and meaning ...
A new field of consciousness is generated. It is a palpable experience"

-- Jonathan Rose 

Join us for this weekly fun, transformative, and liberating yoga practice to conclude your Friday evening, with Aqila Norris of Soulwork and her signature Slow Flow Yoga class.

This unique class combines elements of Yin Vinyasa and Restorative poses to create an experience that will help you release tension, increase flexibility, and create ease in your body.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, Aqila will help you transition into the weekend with this soul-nourishing practice that will help you live well and embody ease.

Beginnners welcome.
Mats & props are provided.

Doors: 7:45 PM
Class: 8:00-9:15 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

In Tune Yoga Flow
Join us for this invigorating, themed, weekly Tuesday evening class, where we practice being in healthy relationship with our bodies. Expert teacher Aqila Norris of Soulwork incorporates soulful sounds and elements of dance into her classes, and introduces intentional sequencing and alignment tools to help you tune up your yoga practice.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels are welcome.

Tuesdays
Door 6:15 PM
Class 6:30 - 7:30 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

In Tune Yoga Flow
Join us for this invigorating, themed, weekly Tuesday evening class, where we practice being in healthy relationship with our bodies. Expert teacher Aqila Norris of Soulwork incorporates soulful sounds and elements of dance into her classes, and introduces intentional sequencing and alignment tools to help you tune up your yoga practice.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels are welcome.

Tuesdays
Door 6:15 PM
Class 6:30 - 7:30 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

Join us for this weekly fun, transformative, and liberating yoga practice to conclude your Friday evening, with Aqila Norris of Soulwork and her signature Slow Flow Yoga class.

This unique class combines elements of Yin Vinyasa and Restorative poses to create an experience that will help you release tension, increase flexibility, and create ease in your body.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, Aqila will help you transition into the weekend with this soul-nourishing practice that will help you live well and embody ease.

Beginnners welcome.
Mats & props are provided.

Doors: 7:45 PM
Class: 8:00-9:15 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

In Tune Yoga Flow
Join us for this invigorating, themed, weekly Tuesday evening class, where we practice being in healthy relationship with our bodies. Expert teacher Aqila Norris of Soulwork incorporates soulful sounds and elements of dance into her classes, and introduces intentional sequencing and alignment tools to help you tune up your yoga practice.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels are welcome.

Tuesdays
Door 6:15 PM
Class 6:30 - 7:30 PM

ABOUT AQILA NORRIS

Aqila Norris is a renowned yoga instructor and wellness expert, known for her unique approach to holistic health and soulful living. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Aqila is deeply passionate about helping individuals unlock their full potential and cultivate mind-body-spirit balance through her Soulwork practice.

Aqila's journey in the wellness world began with her own personal healing and transformation, which inspired her to share her knowledge and wisdom with others. Beyond her expertise in yoga, Aqila is also a holistic health coach, incorporating elements of nutrition, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing into her teachings.

Generation Ex is Delight Factory’s standup comedy series.

Laugh until you ex-plode as we ex-plore the ex in everything—ex, as in, ex lovers, spouses, relationships, ex, as in, I used to be an Olympic swimmer or a porn star but now I’m not, and ex as in generations.

Generation Ex is produced by comic/filmmaker Meghan Scibona, with Delight Factory.

Featuring

Brianne Bonner

Brianne Bonner moved to Los Angeles 4 years ago from New York.  After a long career in healthcare, she decided comedy was the next logical step.  A lifelong storyteller, she is now bringing those stories to the stage. Brianne has been performing in and around LA, including The Crow, The Comedy Store, Ice House and HaHa Club and having the time of her life! Brianne performed at the Delight Factory in March and is now coming Back to Brooklyn! 

Esther Chen

Esther Chen is a stand-up comedian and actor from Taiwan. She is seen on HBO, Hulu, Amazon, FX, NBC, Comedy Central, Buzzfeed, HBO Max and MTV. She is also the dialect coach for Mr. Robot Seasons 2&3 and contributed to the translations on the show. Most recently, Esther recurred on the new Sex and the City show-- And Just Like That, shot a promo for Jerry Seinfeld’s Netflix special “23 Hours to Kill,” and guest starred on Law and Order: Organized Crime. She has performed at the American Embassy in Taiwan, a bakery in Chinatown, and also a Jewish cemetery.

Monique DeBose

Monique DeBose is a mixed race, middle-aged, Botox positive comedian, singer, songwriter and playwright. She loves her Black job. In a desperate attempt to escape parenting her mixed/remixed pre-teen, private school educated sons, she decided to dive into comedy. Her husband tells his 'men's group' this is 'just a phase' while she's having a 'midlife crisis'. His British ass married her because he knows that 'black don't crack'. Monique loves a bargain, masturbation and making people laugh out loud.

Carley Moore

This is Carley’s fourth appearance at Delight Factory. She’s new to stand up, but old to everything else. Carley is the author of Heart Less, Panpocalypse, The Not Wives, 16 Pills, and The Stalker Chronicles and just back from her European book tour that started and ended in Berlin. She’s also a professor at NYU and released an album called Tiny Techno with Jason Nunes. You can find her on Insta @fragmentedsky, blogging on Substack, and now on Spotify at Tiny Techno. 

Liz Sale

Liz Sale is a comic, solo performer, actress, writer, director, producer.

Liz started in Sketch playing characters inspired by physical comedy greats Carol Burnett, Gilda Radner, Molly Shannon, Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Wiig.

After years performing solo shows at Bay Area’s Stagewerx and The Marsh through W Kamau Bell and Martha Rynberg’s Solo Performance Workshop and Groundling’s alum Ann Randolph, Liz dove head first into LA’s stand-up comedy scene performing regularly throughout LA and NY.  Liz’s comedy shows live at the intersection of inclusion, women-centered topics and pop up dance moves.

Meghan Scibona

Meghan Scibona is a comic, director, writer, producer. She has lived in Los Angeles for the past 3 years but can’t give up on New York, and pops in a lot. She recently performed at The Icehouse in Pasadena, Hollywood Improv, The Crow in Santa Monica, 3 Clubs in Hollywood and here at Delight Factory in Brooklyn. Also, in someone’s apartment and a romance bookstore! She has more shows booked in both NY and LA this year. Meghan is also a filmmaker and is interested in helping people to find and use their voices and to tell their stories, and their jokes.

Meredith Lynch

Meredith Lynch is an LA-based writer, comedian, and TikTok sensation. In just under three years, she has captivated a dedicated audience with her bold take on pop culture, fearlessly dissecting everything from the Kardashians to the climate crisis. Someday she will write a book but until then she spends entirely too long creating her Instagram captions.