An evening that blends humor with a closer look at human behavior is coming to downtown Concord as comedian Lisa VanArsdale presents Lisa Joins A Cult at the BNH Stage on Friday, April 3.
The show begins at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $27—including fees—and seating is general admission.
A Show That Explores the Why Behind Belief
At its core, Lisa Joins A Cult focuses on understanding. Through storytelling, video, and sharing artifacts collected over years of travel, VanArsdale examines how religious cults form, what draws people in, and why they continue.
The show moves across a range of themes, from creation to revelation and celibacy to polygamy, while maintaining a measured sense of humor. Rather than relying on spectacle, VanArsdale presents a perspective that is grounded in observation and personal experience.
An Immersive Experience Before the Show
Doors open an hour before the performance, giving attendees time to view VanArsdale’s collection of artifacts gathered from her visits around the world.
The display provides additional context for the material covered in the show and offers a closer look at the subject matter before the performance begins.
Balancing Humor With Perspective
Audience responses have noted the show’s ability to balance humor with a more thoughtful approach. It has been described as both “heartfelt and humorous,” with several viewers pointing to its mix of empathy and presentation.
Others have highlighted how the show encourages a more nuanced view of communities that are often misunderstood.
A Performer Driven by Curiosity
VanArsdale, a comedian and podcast host, has spent years visiting religious communities and holy sites across multiple countries. Her work is shaped by direct experience and an interest in how belief systems develop and function.
“I look forward to bringing Lisa Joins A Cult to a new venue and audience in a state that has its own rich variety of religious communities,” she said. “I’m also excited to be attending a nearby church on Easter Sunday!”
If you would like to learn more about Lisa, visit her website at lisajoinsacult.com.
Her experiences also inform her podcast, Lisa Joins A Cult, which continues exploring similar themes through interviews and firsthand accounts. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Music, and iHeart Radio.
