Comedian Zach Noe Towers Dishes on Twinks, Sex Positivity & a Potential Wicked Reunion with Ariana Grande
CHICAGO – Comedian Zach Noe Towers is bringing his brand of “silly-goose laughter” to Zanies Chicago on November 29, promising an hour of stand-up tackling sex, dating, family, and his decade of sobriety. But beyond the setlist, Towers is sparking conversation with his openly queer perspective and a playful hope for a reunion with wicked star Ariana Grande.
Towers, whose 10th sobriety anniversary is November 27, views queer representation as “everything, right now,” especially in a political climate where simply existing as a queer person feels increasingly fraught. He aims to cultivate “queer joy” and safe spaces,using comedy as a tool for self-love and acceptance. The comedian also revealed a fondness for Grande, noting her surprising comedic talent and pro-LGBTQ advocacy, and playfully suggested she’d be “down to clown” if invited to join him onstage. “I’ve never felt that my existence has been more political than it does today,” Towers said.”I am trying to experience as much queer joy as I can to lift up as many queer people as I can.”
During a recent interview with windy City Times, Towers didn’t shy away from discussing more explicit topics. He joked about the freedom that comes with sobriety,quipping,”Yes you were [sober when making bad decisions],bitch!” before adding,”but now I have nothing to blame my choices on.” He also touched on his embrace of sex positivity, frequently referencing “twinks” – a term for young, slender gay men - in his material.
Towers emphasized the personal journey behind his comedy. “I’m on a continued journey of loving my authentic self, and comedy has helped so much,” he explained. “I hope that people will give my show a chance to help them love themselves a little more, too.”
Zach Noe towers will perform at Zanies Chicago, 1548 N. Wells St., on saturday, November 29, at 9:15 p.m. Guests must be at least 21 years old. Tickets and details are available at https://chicago.zanies.com/show/zach-noe-towers-10/zanies-comedy-club-chicago/chicago-illinois/.
