Recorded live in her hometown at the iconic Hideout Chicago, Straight for Pay, blends Connors’ unique brand of high energy, self-effacing comedy.

A perpetual late bloomer, the hour explores Connors’ second adolescence and sexual awakening, post-divorce “rumspringa,” and occasionally feral existence as a queer, millennial comedian trying to make up for lost time. Socially awkward, yet self assured, and with the ability to transform into a wide variety of characters and personas, Connors skillfully intertwines stories of therapist infatuation, the pitfalls of dating a Karen, and why even well intentioned allies should stop using the term “partner."


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After successfully completing a 30-city tour of some of the most highly regarded indie comedy venues in North America and Europe, including Union Hall Brooklyn, Comedy Bar Toronto, and Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles, her solo show, Straight for Pay, was positively received and reviewed by press and audiences alike including The Boston Globe, Austin Chronicle, San Diego Tribune, and more.

“Will have you reaching for the rosary beads”- Irish Times

“Her meaningful shenanigans would make Sacha Baron Cohen proud”- Chicago Now

“An absolute comedy mercenary”- Dispatch Minneapolis

“Charmingly-neurotic stylings, hitting their stride in the fringes between absurdism and sincerity”
Also Cool Magazine Montreal

“Exuberant energy that makes you want to keep listening while also laughing your ass off”
Outwrite Magazine, UCLA

In 2019, she debuted her hour long stand up show at the New York Comedy Festival as a part of the Upright Citizens Brigade Headliner series. Connors is a graduate of the Second City Conservatory in Toronto and has trained extensively with the The Groundlings and Upright Citizens Brigade. She is the creator, writer and star of two original series for CBC Comedy, the comedic voice behind the social media for Workin’ Moms and a writer for Brat TV. Cara is also the creator and star of a 90 Day fiancé impersonation series on Instagram with nearly half a million views. A fearless weirdo known for her physical performances, earnest yet unhinged original characters, and absurdist takes on the struggles of modern life, Cara also hosts a popular weekly queer showcase to regularly sold out crowds.

Additional credits: Put Your Hands Together with Cameron Esposito (UCB), Hot Tub with Kurt and Kristen (The Virgil), JFL42, NACA National Showcase, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, Siriusxm Top Comic, Hollywood Improv Main Room, Kevin Nealon Show (Laugh Factory), Chicago Funny Women’s Festival, Toronto Sketchfest and CBC.


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