Charlie Berens at the UIS Performing Arts Center

Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times best-selling author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the wildly popular Manitowoc Minute. Known for his hilarious and unmistakably Midwestern take on everyday life, Berens has built a following of more than 12 million fans and generated over 3 billion views across his social platforms.

From growing up as one of 12 kids in Wisconsin to DIY projects, ice fishing and adventures with his family, Berens finds comedy in the people, traditions and quirks that make the Midwest feel like home. His hit podcasts Bellied Up and The Cripescast, comedy specials and best-selling book The Midwest Survival Guide have helped turn his distinctly Wisconsin sense of humor into a nationwide phenomenon.

And audiences across the country are showing up to see him live. Berens has sold more than 400,000 tickets in 113 cities across 32 states, including nine arena shows over the past four years.

Now, Charlie Berens brings The Lost and Found Tour to the stage for a night of comedy packed with the stories, observations and Midwest humor that have made him one of the region’s most recognizable voices.