Welcome to
"This Blows: A Musical Comedy Show That Doesn't Suck"
Creator: Jessica Wachs
Director: Steve Crane
Writing Coordinator: Aubrey Urban
Presented by: Rumble Productions
Date & Location: November 21-23, 2025; Key West Theater
About "This Blows"
One year ago, Rumble Productions set out with a simple intention: to give back to our community in a meaningful way. Our starting point? A nonprofit called Queer Keys. We offered to create an original musical to support their fundraising efforts. All we asked for was a single sentence to serve as our creative anchor. With our cast already assembled—and no storyline yet in place—we wanted the heart of the project to be shaped by the community itself.
Queer Keys gave us the prompt: “Stand your ground in who you are.”
That one line gave us an enthusiastic challenge. We used it to create something original, something inspired by that sentence -- and an entire show was born.
What emerged is a story about inclusiveness, self-worth, and the courage to step out of your own way. It’s also a story about community—about how we are all, in many ways, navigating the same waters together, facing challenges bigger than any one of us.
This production was written for the locals, by the locals, and it stars local talent. Each year, the cast and featured businesses rotate--as we are dedicated to intentionally providing educational opportunities for people to transition into sketch, comedy, and music. Having a new storyline each year allows us to create an ongoing love letter from Rumble Productions to Key West and the hard-working people who keep this island vibrant—especially those who spend their days making visitors feel welcome.
A defining joy of this project is the enthusiastic participation of local businesses and neighbors, many of whom we write directly into the show. Equally meaningful is our commitment to inviting new performers to take the stage—often for the very first time. Actors, singers, comedians, sponsors, and friends of the company regularly step out of their comfort zones to try something new, bringing an energy that is both heartfelt and wildly fun.
This year’s show was collaboratively written by Jess Wachs, Steve Crane, Aubrey Urban, and Dominic Paolillo.
Not only is "This Blows" the newest annual show in Key West, it's also the ONLY sketch comedy show in the area.
Show Order
Intro (Henry)
A Hurricane is Coming (All)
Coconut Telegraph (All)
News Report 1 (Jess, Steve)
Face the Music (Trenton, Radio Voice)
Stand Up 1 (Theresa Chichi)
Of Conchs and Tourists (Henry, Valentina)
To Stay or Not To Stay? (Henry)
Stand Up 2 (Conch Jim)
News Scene 2 (Jess, Steve)
We’re Understaffed! (Overworked staff, Valentina, Jack)
Stand Up 3 (Steve)
The Young Men and the Sea (Jack, Steve)
Housing Crisis (Greed, Henry, Aubrey the Scientist, Abigail, Well-to-do)
Bread-ibles (Jack, Valentina, Roostie)
Gotta Love, AI (Abigail, ChatGPT, Siri)
News Scene 3 (Jess, Steve)
Really Overdone Rhapsody (Trenton, Hecklers)
Just Listen to Scientists (Aubrey the Scientist, All)
Hurricane (Patty, All)
This Blows (All)
Curtain Call
Cast & Crew
Aubrey the Scientist/Conch Jim
Aubrey Urban
Henry the Conch
Christopher Massicotte
Valentina
Bobbi Gould
Captain Jack
Curtis Grass
Abigail/Bystander
Sherry Ivey Jones
Key West Musician
Trenton Chandler
News Anchor 1/Steve/Well-to-do/Grock
Steve Crane
Siri/News Anchor 2/Greed
Jess Wachs
ChatGPT/Angry Cloud/Radio Voice
Laurie Thibaud
Hurricane
Patty Mayo
Comic
Theresa Chiechi
Angry Cloud
Stephanie Villasuso
Director
Steve Crane
Artistic Director/Voice Director
Jessica Wachs
Composer/Piano
James King
Stage Manager
Dave Arendt
Props/Costumes/Light Support
Stephanie Villasuso
Slides
Christy Turner
Marketing Director
Jordan Upchurch
Marketing & Design Support
Theresa Chiechi
Stephanie Villasuso
Danielle Clancy
Abigail Mitchell
Cast Bios
Jess Wachs
A Wisconsin native with New Mexican roots and a Los Angeles history, Jessica is a Key West based singer/songwriter, personality, and content creator with a spontaneous, authentic flare. Jess grew up immersed in jazz, musical theatre, and choral music before a love for film, comedy, and a cappella evolved, igniting her innovation and eclectic creativity full time.
After performing internationally during her college years, Jessica formed the award-winning Rumble Productions, an Albuquerque-based entertainment company that produced for clients original and experimental content that ranged from personalized flash mobs and choose-your-own-adventure musicals to a cappella sketch comedy and improv. Simultaneously, Jessica worked in film both behind and in front of the camera, taking part in shows as Better Call Saul, Longmire, Jane Got a Gun, Rachel Bloom’s Mother Mary, Yellowstone, Roswell, and many other shows.
Since arriving in Key West 4 1/2 years ago, Rumble and Jess have one or been nominated for 14 awards, produced almost 200 events and entertainment services, taught over 120 students, and have become a serious creative force in the Key West community.
Currently, Jessica is producing a full season of Rumble entertainment both live and on film in Key West, building bridges between Los Angeles’s artistic elite and Key West’s rising stars.
Steven Crane
Meet Steven Crane — a cornerstone of Key West’s comedy and performance scene and one of the driving creative forces behind This Blows Season 2.
Steven has been performing stand-up in Key West since 2018, bringing sharp wit, clever storytelling, and island-flavored humor to stages across the Keys. Over the years, he’s hosted dog shows, 24 theater productions, and numerous burlesque performances, making him one of the most versatile hosts and performers in town.
After appearing in last year’s production of This Blows, Steven is back — this time stepping further into the spotlight as part of this year’s directing team. His experience, stage presence, and comedic instincts help shape the heart (and the chaos) of the show.
Aubrey Urban
Chicago-born, Boulder-trained, and Key West by sheer force of fate, Aubrey Urban brings her razor-sharp wit and brilliantly offbeat humor to This Blows as our Head Writer.
Aubrey started performing stand-up in Boulder before taking stages across the country — but everything changed in 2019 when a “perfectly fine” weekend trip to Key West turned into a permanent relocation after her flight home was canceled.
Her response?
“Well, I guess I live here now.”
And thank god she does.
Aubrey performs weekly at Comedy Key West, where her cerebral, clever, and quietly chaotic comedy has made her a local favorite. Beyond stand-up, she’s starred in theater productions, radio shows, and music projects, proving she’s a true multi-hyphenate performer with range to spare.
As Head Writer of This Blows – Season 2, Aubrey helps shape the voice, tone, and comedic backbone of the entire show — bringing Key West realness, character-driven comedy, and that very specific “how-did-she-think-of-that?” magic to the stage.
Theresa Chiechi
From New York to the end of the road, Theresa is a cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller whose life took a magical turn when she moved to Key West in 2019 to create her graphic novel “Drawn to Key West,” a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant street-performing community at Mallory Square.
Ever since, she’s been wondering how she made every single correct life choice to land exactly where she is today.
Theresa now splits her time between crafting comic series, editorial illustrations, and selling her original artwork on Etsy — all while keeping island life colorful and creative.
When she’s not drawing (which is extremely rare), you’ll find her binge-listening to podcasts, dancing, or hitting the mic for stand-up performances at Comedy Key West.
Stephanie Villasuso
A 17-year local and a native of the mainland Miami, FL, Stephanie brings the chaos, creativity, and clever problem-solving that This Blows thrives on. As the show’s Props Girl, she transforms wild ideas into real-world pieces that match Key West’s unpredictable humor. Guided by her “Let’s Create” spirit, Stephanie blends local culture, practical magic, and a hint of mischief into everything she crafts. Her work helps elevate scenes, sparks laughs, and shapes the show’s style. Whether it’s a gag or a moment on screen, Stephanie’s artistic touch keeps This Blows fun and memorable.
Bobbi Gould
Bobbi Gould is a certified Reiki healer, life coach, meditation guide, author, and self-proclaimed laughologist who brings heart, humor, and deep healing wisdom to everything she does.
With a passion for helping others move through grief, stress, and major life transitions, Bobbi blends energy work, mindfulness, and somatic practices to guide people back to themselves. Her work centers on compassion, clarity, and reconnecting individuals to their purpose so they can return to a life of joy, ease, and alignment.
Bobbi brings her whole heart, whole soul, and whole sparkle to This Blows — and we can’t wait for you to experience her magic on stage.
Patty Mayo
Patty Mayo is a YouTube vlogger and content creator best known for his Patty Mayo channel, where he has amassed over 11 million subscribers. He first gained popularity for his entertaining daily vlogs and prank videos, later achieving viral success with his mock-reality series Southland Bounty Hunters, launched in 2017. The show features Patty and his partners dramatizing bounty-hunting operations and capturing fugitives, blending action, comedy, and storytelling in a unique, cinematic format.
Trenton Chandler
Born and raised in Texas and shaped by over a decade in Nashville’s legendary honky-tonks, Trenton Chandler brings his signature blend of Country Fried Southern Music with Soul! to Season 2 of This Blows!
With over 400 original songs and thousands of live performances under his belt, Trenton’s talent has earned major recognition — including the ISSA Gold Songwriter of the Year 2025 award. His independent release Something About You even landed on the Recording Academy’s official 2025 GRAMMY® Consideration ballot.
And if that’s not impressive enough, his hometown of Shallowater, Texas went so far as to proclaim September 17th “Trenton Chandler Day.”
A full-time musician since 2012, Trenton’s music can be found on all major streaming platforms — from Spotify to iHeartRadio.
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Christopher Massicotte
Chris is thrilled to be a part of THIS BLOWS and is happy hurricane season is OVER. He has previously appeared in Fringe Theater’s Good Night Oscar and Key West Characters. When he’s not belting out tunes about storms, Chris can be found walking his dog around the Casa Marina neighborhood, serving on local boards, and living his commitment to promote and preserve our island’s unique “One Human Family” culture by being an active part of it. Chris is running for Key West City Commissioner (District 5) and believes good government should never require plywood, sandbags… or grand juries. Learn more at ChrisForKeyWest.com.
Curtis Grass
Born in Long Beach CA, Curtis developed a passion for theater arts when he moved to Portland OR as a teenager. Curtis has had roles such as Midsummer's Night Dream (Snout), A Christmas Carol (Fred), Children of Eden (Shem), Grease The Musical (Sonny), & The Boys Next Door (Arnold). Living in Key West, Curtis has revived his love for theater thanks in part to his voice coach, Jessica Wachs. Curtis says he is very grateful for the love and support of the tight knit community that Key West offers.
Sherry Ivey Jones
Sherry Ivey Jones started singing and performing on stage at the age of seven in church. Over the years, she has taken on many acting and singing roles purely for enjoyment. Sherry has appeared in several musicals and plays, ranging from Christmas Cantatas to portraying Ms. Crawford in "To Kill A Mockingbird.”
Her primary stage now is serving clients in the Monroe County Courts as a Criminal Defense Attorney.
Although it's been some time since her last stage appearance as a character, she makes a fun return in "This Blows A Musical Comedy Show That Doesn’t Suck.”
Laurie Thibaud
Bio coming soon!
Additional Sponsor Info
The Greeen House
We’re thrilled to welcome The Greeen House as an official sponsor of Season 2 of This Blows!
The Greeen House is one of those places that just feels like Key West — chill energy, friendly faces, and a whole lot of local love. Their support helps us keep this show created by locals, for locals, starring locals — just the way it should be.
When you visit The Greeen House, you’re not just supporting a local business…
You’re supporting the arts, comedy, music, and the creative heartbeat of Key West.
So show them some love, raise a toast, and tell them This Blows sent you.
Patty Mayo
YouTube sensation Patty Mayo is hitting the stage in Key West for Season 2 of This Blows!
With millions of fans worldwide, Patty is known for his sharp wit, wild energy, and bigger-than-life on-camera persona — and now he’s bringing that same intensity LIVE to our island’s own comedy showcase.
This isn’t just a guest appearance.
This is Patty Mayo on stage. In person. In Key West.
And trust us… you’re going to want to see what he does when the cameras aren’t rolling.
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Sherry Ivey Jones
We are honored to have Sherry Ivey Jones — local attorney, former prosecutor and now fierce criminal defense advocate — not only as a performer but also as a proud sponsor of This Blows – Season 2!
We’re grateful for her support of local arts and entertainment — through her sponsorship of This Blows she’s helping elevate home-grown talent, island culture, and community creativity.
Thank you, Sherry Ivey Jones & your firm!
New You Health Clinic
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Thank you to New You Health Clinic for supporting local arts, local talent, and island-strong community experiences!
Get ready to bring your best self—because when the show lights go up, you’ll want to be fully present.
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Special Acknowledgement
To Patty Mayo
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Patty Mayo, who chose this production as the moment to debut his work in music. Stepping into creative visibility is no small feat, and we honor the courage it takes to write, share, and perform original material. Although he has quietly lived and worked in Key West for the past three years—building his show and putting in extraordinary effort—we are thrilled to officially welcome him into the local arts community and into our wonderfully eclectic family at Rumble Productions. It has been a privilege to cast for him, and we are excited for the beautiful work that is still to come.
Artistic Director's Note
We are immensely proud that every member of our cast and crew has stepped outside their comfort zone to help bring this production to life. This show is, at its core, both an experiment and a journey—one that honors the uniqueness, creativity, and delightful eccentricity that make our island such a vibrant artistic hub. It celebrates the wide range of characters who make this community what it is.
We are grateful for the adaptability, ingenuity, and wholehearted commitment each person brought to their role. Their contributions, both individually and collectively, are what make this production truly special.
-- Jess
Want to get involved?
We'd love to have you join us!
If you would like to be involved with Rumble Productions as:
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please send us an email at: rumbleabq@gmail.com.