Tomatoes Tried to K*ll Me But Banjos Saved My Life
Schedule
Wed Jan 28 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
1634 Woodford Ave, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901 | Fort Myers, FL
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Keith Alessi's one-man show, “Tomatoes Tried to K*ll Me But Banjos Saved My Life”, has garnered critical acclaim, receiving five-star reviews and achieving sold-out performances during its Off-Broadway run in 2019. The show continued its success with multiple sell-outs at both the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and across North America. Through this performance, Alessi shares his transformative personal story, detailing his path from a corporate CEO to a cancer survivor, and ultimately, a banjo player whose music and storytelling have inspired audiences worldwide.Over 370 performances and counting, the show has raised over $1 million Canadian for charities worldwide—literally turning hardship into hope. Now, it returns to Southwest Florida, bringing a message of hope and inspiration to The Lab’s stage.
Don’t miss this rare chance to experience a show that transforms personal struggle into universal inspiration—it’s a gift to the heart of the community.
Performance dates:
January 28, 29 at 7:30 pm
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Where is it happening?
1634 Woodford Ave, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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