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Actress and comedian Issa Rae will bring her nationwide tour for her book ‘I Should Be Smarter by Now’ to Fillmore Detroit on September 24. The book is set to release on August 26, and presale tickets are available now. Rae is known for her role in HBO’s ‘Insecure’ and will share personal insights and experiences during the tour. The nationwide journey starts on September 8 in Philadelphia, providing fans a chance to connect with Rae and her stories of growth in the entertainment industry.
Detroit, MI – Actress, author, and comedian Issa Rae is set to bring her nationwide tour for her new book, “I Should Be Smarter by Now,” to Fillmore Detroit on September 24. This tour coincides with the release of her highly anticipated book, which will officially hit shelves on August 26, 2022.
Tickets for the event will go on sale on Friday at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster. Currently, presale tickets are available, using the password “MOTOWN.”
Rae, who is 40 years old, gained widespread recognition for her role in HBO’s acclaimed series “Insecure,” which aired for five seasons before concluding in 2021. Her new work, “I Should Be Smarter by Now,” serves as a follow-up to her first essay collection, “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl,” which debuted in 2015.
The nationwide tour will kick off on September 8 in Philadelphia, with additional performances scheduled in Washington, D.C., and Dallas. During the tour, Rae will share insights from her book, which comprises a series of essays detailing her experiences and challenges within the entertainment industry.
The book highlights Rae’s journey from being a struggling writer to evolving into a media mogul, emphasizing the importance of self-belief along the way. In her essays, Rae discusses lessons she believes everyone should know earlier in their personal and professional lives, blending confession, reflection, and practical advice.
Julia Sommerfeld, the publisher of the book under Amazon Original Stories, remarked on the essays’ ability to resonate with readers, showcasing Rae’s journey through a lens of humor and honesty. Those interested in reading Rae’s latest work can currently preorder the book through various platforms.
As Rae embarks on this tour, fans and readers alike can look forward to gaining a deeper understanding of her life and journey through her personal stories, which invite reflection and inspiration. The tour promises to be not only an opportunity to engage with Rae and her work but also a chance to hear about her experiences navigating a challenging industry.
Overall, Issa Rae’s forthcoming tour and book release represent another significant chapter in her career, promising to inspire and connect with audiences across the country.
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