“Won’t mansplain crypto.” “Major bird nerd.” “Never pledged a frat.” These are the performer briefs for Half a Mind Comedy and “Nice Young Men,” New Normal Boston’s next collaborative show – known for centering the comedy of traditionally marginalized groups, but making the rare move to present an all-male lineup. “This show concept began as an inside joke; we joked that all-male lineups would be better if they were vetted by women,” producer Steph Dalwin said. (The comics have been “friends and allies to all three of the producers on this show, who are women of color,” collaborator Shruti Datari noted.) The show doubles as a charitable drive for Dignity Matters, which gives free period products to people with trouble getting them – and is expected to include a signature cocktail; punny name possibilities abound. The show helps “show a new way forward for men and others in positions of power in Boston comedy.”
“Nice Young Men” at 7 p.m. Thursday at Upstairs at Bow, 1 Bow Market Way, Union Square, Somerville. $20.
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