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PYGMALION announces lineup for 20th anniversary

Derrick Philips
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Royel Otis; photo by Georges Antoni

Celebrating its 20th year, the multi-faceted cultural event PYGMALION has unveiled its complete 2024 lineup. This year’s festival, which promises a blend of music, comedy, and more, kicks off with a highly anticipated performance by Australian duo Royel Otis at the Canopy Club on September 19th. The duo, who gained fame for their viral covers of “Murder on the Dancefloor” and “Linger,” recently released their debut album, Pratts & Pain and are currently blowing up in the pop scene.

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Joe Pera

On September 21st, the one-of-a-kind stand-up comedian Joe Pera will take the stage at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Known for his very funny Adult Swim series Joe Pera Talks With You, which has been described as “TV’s quietest, most artful comedy” by The LA Times, Pera’s performance is set to be one of the highlights of the festival.

PYGMALION’s diverse lineup also includes the bold and outspoken rapper Cupcakke, the chart-topping pop outfit X Ambassadors, prolific drummer and composer Makaya McCraven, influential guitarist Bob Mould, and alt-rock band Militarie Gun. Other notable acts include Friko, Queen Key, and Six Organs of Admittance, ensuring a broad array of sounds and styles to engage festival-goers.

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Cupcakke on Facebook

PYGMALION runs from Thursday, September 19th through Saturday, September 21st. For a complete list of performers and the detailed schedule, visit the official PYGMALION website. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased through the event’s website.

Held annually in Urbana, PYGMALION has grown into one of the most progressive and engaging events worldwide, especially considering the size of its host community. The festival takes place over three days across various venues, bringing together a dynamic mix of social media stars, indie pop sensations, world-class authors, and more.

An image showing the complete lineup of PYGMALION.
PYGMALION Lineup

Unlike traditional festivals, PYGMALION prides itself on a unique format that reflects the evolving landscape of cultural events. Since its inception, PYGMALION has showcased over 1,000 artists. The festival’s success and longevity are a testament to the robust community partnerships and support it receives, which even helped it persevere through the challenges of the 2020 pandemic.

For those looking to dive into PYGMALION’s rich history or seeking more information, visit the festival’s website.

You may also follow PYGMALION on their Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram pages.

PYGMALION
Urbana
Sept 19-21
Tickets available online

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