Capitol Fools Brings Hilarious Musical Satire to the MAC on Oct. 12 with Shows at 3 & 6

The McAninch Arts Center (MAC) welcomes back the popular musical political satire group Capitol Fools to the Belushi Performance Hall for performances at 3 and 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12.

With its fingers on the pulse of today’s politics and news, the Capitol Fools is constantly creating new material. The MAC engagement will feature new musical "appearances" by a host of characters including RFK Jr, Karoline Leavitt, Bernie Sanders, AOC and Kermit the Frog – plus some audience favorites including Bob Dylan, Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Mitch McConnell. Also included: the troupe’s hysterical backward talking spoonerisms and signature breakneck costume changes.

The Capitol Steps, the witty Washington, D.C. comedy group and predecessors to the Capitol Fools, was formed in December 1981 when three of senator Charles Percy’s (R-Ill.) staff members were asked to entertain the senate foreign relations committee at its holiday party. The young staffers decided that if entertainers, such as then President Ronald Reagan, could become politicians, then politicians could become entertainers. They became known for tastefully lampooning the latest news headlines through satirical skits and lyrics set to favorite songs. "They're the best. There's no one like them, no one in their league," said CNN’s Larry King.

The Capitol Steps experienced unwavering popularity for nearly 40 years until 2020 when the impact of COVIDon their touring schedule forced them to close down. But in 2022, the Capitol Steps reunited under the name Capitol Fools to carry on the tradition of delivering sharp and timely political humor.

The Capitol Fools cast appearing at the MAC features former members of the Capitol Steps, including Jon Bell, Evan Casey, Nancy Dolliver and Jack Rowles (also show director), plus Emily Gleichenhaus who will be making her MAC debut. Howard Breitbart is again at the piano as music director. Mark Eaton continues as head-writer, and Evan Casey, in addition to being in the show, has joined the writing team.

The McAninch Arts Center, located at 425 Fawell Blvd., presents the Capitol Fools at 3 & 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 12. Tickets are $39-$49. To order tickets, go to AtTheMAC.org, call 630.942.4000 or visit the MAC Box Office. Box Office hours are noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and two hours prior to performance. Please note: This performance may contain adult themes and material