Starstruck - Nerd Out

STARSTRUCK - NERD OUT!

Paging nerdy queers, fandom fiends, and pop culture connoisseurs. Ever wished you could condense the combined cubic nerdery of an entire convention into a building the size of Wicked Eden... and then add drag performers? Whether you’re a bookworm, an anime addict, a K-Pop stan, or a comic book guy, StarStuck! is your night to revel in those nerdish leanings. You bring your deep lore and your most outlandish fanfic takes and we'll bring the drag.

Join us at Wicked Eden for a night of dazzling performances from our lineup of fierce, fandom-obsessed performers, serving up routines inspired by sci-fi, fantasy, anime, and all things nerd-centric. Think cosplay, think camp, think delightfully dorky. We're all nerds here, and this is our time to show out and geek out.

 Be there and be square. Excelsior! 

DETAILS

📅 Date: March 29th

⏰ Time: Doors Open:  8:30pm Show Start and Stop Time: 9:30pm-11:30pm

📍 Location: Wicked Eden, 2912 South High ST, Columbus Ohio 43207

The Deets: Drag performances, burlesque, fun, nerd culture-centered routines. Nerdy queers (and nerds in general) welcome.

DOOR SALES ARE AVAILABLE $20 - PRE-SALE IS $15 

WHAT WE’LL HAVE FOR YOU!

• Drinks! Sip, and savor—our bar has it all, from sodas and sparkling waters to a custom Nerd Out cocktail, delicious mocktails, and even THC-infused beverages for an extra twist

• Snacks! When the urge to snack hits you, we've got you covered! As always, our signature merch is always available!

• Comfy Spots! Places to sit and chill! Floor Pillows! Relaxing chairs. No shoes required (but you do you, boo)

• New friends! We're the coolest spot in the city and it's all because of the cool folks that call this place home.

• Charity Raffle! We’ve got tons of nerdy prizes like dice/playmats/decks, artwork, and maybe even some gift certificates for a gold membership or rental here (ooooohhh!)

DRESS CODE

When it comes to attire, we want to encourage comfort and expression at Wicked Eden. We want you to feel comfortable and in the mood to have an adventure! We want you to feel safe expressing yourself in whatever you desire. We encourage you to go outside your comfort zone with festive, outrageous, or fantastic clothing you never get to wear anywhere else.

VOLUNTEERS

We LOVE volunteers! Join our team of community volunteers, and you will find new friends, a support system, and a tight-knit center of empowerment. 

By volunteering with us, you can make a meaningful impact on people's lives. Still, you will also get perks such as discounted or free access to our events and classes and, most importantly, collaborative input into what we do here. Your ideas are important to us, and as a volunteer, we want you to feel like you're part of our community: one that celebrates who you are and supports your journey.

VOLUNTEER WITH US

SLIDING SCALE TICKET REQUEST

If you need additional accommodations for access to this event, you can submit a Sliding Scale Ticket Request. We can only offer a limited number of discounted tickets per event, so if you don't get a response, all codes may be used for this event.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

We're committed to inclusivity. Our community is a tapestry of individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and social backgrounds, including all gender identities and expressions. We encourage everyone to engage with empathy and curiosity, always asking rather than assuming someone's identity or preferences. Our space is and always will be wheelchair accessible, with multiple spaces for varying sensory needs.

Read more about our Rules and Community Agreements and check the FAQ too.

PLEASE NOTE: No refunds will be given on ticket purchases. The address is provided to confirmed ticket holders after purchase. Wicked Eden is located on the south side of Columbus, approximately 10 minutes from downtown, and is one block away from a COTA bus stop.

ABOUT US

The Autonomy Project is a 501(c)(3) public charity providing resources, education, advocacy, and connection for sex workers, LGBTQIA+ folks, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities. EIN 92-1587440