Helium Presents: The Unteachables

Teachers turned comedians Stephen Taylor, Lou Pharis, and Joe McKenna take the stage to regale their own unique experiences as teachers in the public education system. The Unteachables speak their minds on topics ranging from unruly students to sex ed to swearing in class. The Unteachables have sold out shows across the United States and have been featured on The New York Post, NBC, San Francisco Sketchfest, and The Breakfast Club. Stephen Taylor Originally a Louisiana native, Stephen moved to Kansas City to escape his traditional southern roots. Combining his unique perspective with some interesting stories and some sweet southern charm, Stephen headlines and features at your favorite clubs, bars, and colleges across the country, as well as his own classroom. He has been featured on The Breakfast Club, The New York Post, and at San Francisco Sketchfest. He is also the co-founder of the Fountain City Comedy Festival and the Barrel of the Bottoms studio in Kansas City. Lou Pharis Lou Pharis is a Denver based stand-up comedian and teacher who uses his high energy and outrageous experiences in the classroom to keep crowds laughing. After failing to make the NFL and win American Ninja Warrior, Lou turned his talents to the public education system. His viral videos on teaching and marriage have amassed over 70 million views on social media. Lou has been featured across the US and UK, has been seen on Bored Teachers and NBC, and was a finalist for Comedy Works New Faces Contest. Joe McKenna Joe McKenna is a comedian from Boston, Massachusetts. One of the fastest rising comics in Denver, Joe utilizes his experience as a middle school teacher and traveller to recount his most bizarre undergoings with his students, his time spent abroad, and the ever changing social expectations of the youth. Joe has been seen at comedy clubs across the US, and has worked with household comedians such as Mark Normand, Shane Gillis, and Jeff Ross. Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.