Lawrence: Nerd Alert Burlesque Show

Calling all heroes, villains, wizards, and wanderers, it’s time to celebrate your fandom at Nerd Alert! A one-day micro-convention and evening burlesque show like no other.

By day, Nerd Alert transforms Essex Art Center into a playground for pop culture fans of all kinds. Browse through a vibrant marketplace of vendors, artists, and creators offering everything from comics and collectibles to original art and handmade treasures. Dive into panels, video games, board games, film screenings, and cosplay. Or, simply spend the day connecting with fellow fans and local talent. Expect plenty of color, creativity, and a few surprises along the way—including food, fun, and family-friendly activities.

Then when the sun goes down, the fun levels up. Head to Rapscallion for the Nerd Alert Burlesque Show. A dazzling, cheeky celebration. Doors open at 7PM, show at 8PM, featuring a lineup of performers inspired by fandoms stretching from the Final Frontier to Middle-earth (and plenty of stops in between). It’s bold, witty, and unapologetically geeky.

Whether you’re here for the art, the games, the glitter, or the giggles, Nerd Alert is your chance to let your fandom flag fly.

Daytime Micro-Con: 10AM–5PM
Burlesque Show: Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | Rapscallion Stage

Tickets are limited for the burlesque show. Snag yours early and join us for a full day (and night) of pop culture, play, and performance!