Beyond the Queen's Gambit

Beyond the Queen's Gambit An inspiring, insightful and surprisingly funny one-man show & presentation about chess. Multiple versions available including Theatrical and Keynote!

No matter your organization's size or purpose, your group will love it! Comedian Pat LaVone has performed at dozens of comedy clubs, theaters, breweries and other venues, including The Funny Bone, The Comedy Cabaret, the Comedy Corner Underground, the House of Comedy, the Parkway Theater and the Honolulu Comedy Club. His current one-man show, Beyond the Queen's Gambit, has been performed at the following venues:

Mraz Center for the Performing Arts
Hive Collaborative Theater
Minnesota Education Association Conference
Minnesota Community Education Association Conference
City of Chanhasssen
Eden Prairie Noon Rotary
Cannon Falls Rotary
Wayzata Rotary
Chanhassen Rotary

Mark your calendars, Minneapolis - next performance is November 11th! Details to come...
06/11/2026

Mark your calendars, Minneapolis - next performance is November 11th! Details to come...

06/02/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to GM Nigel Short! 🎂♟️

From becoming a grandmaster as a teenager to reaching World No. 3, Nigel has enjoyed a remarkable journey in chess. Today, he continues to contribute to the game as FIDE's Director for Chess Development.

Wishing him a fantastic birthday and many more years of success and inspiration!

“Fun … and funny! Thanks for all you do!” - Anita R., Wayzata
04/24/2026

“Fun … and funny! Thanks for all you do!” - Anita R., Wayzata

Chess can be beautiful and brutal at the same time. Like life.
04/12/2026

Chess can be beautiful and brutal at the same time. Like life.

04/03/2026

Did you know that chess acts as a "brain gym" for stroke recovery by using neuroplasticity to rewire the mind? By forcing players to scan the board and plan ahead, it helps survivors overcome spatial neglect and rebuild memory. Even the physical act of moving pieces provides a vital workout for fine motor skills, restoring both mental and physical dexterity.

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