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1 of 8. RUBE FOSTER. Series 63, Baseball Superior. Digital Design Reimagining by Aaron Kleiber

9/17/2025

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Series 63. Baseball Superior. 1 of 8. 
RUBE FOSTER. ‘The Father of Black Baseball’ 

Born September, 17, 1879 in Texas. Few men dominate a sport as both player and leader; Rube Foster did them all. He rose from pitching stardom, including a 44-game winning streak in 1902, to evolve into a visionary manager and pioneering executive. In 1920, he founded THE Negro National League, earning his moniker as ‘the father of Black baseball.’ His Chicago American Giants set the standard for the daring and disciplined style of play the Negro Leagues became known for, and his leadership opened doors for generations of players and executives. In 1930, Rube passed away too early, never seeing the full fruition of his efforts in the Negro Leagues and the sport to come.
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"This graphic baseball card series re-imagines Negro League legends on the classic Topps designs of the 60s, 70s, and 80s; born from my love of collecting vintage cards and a sixth-grade Black History Month report on the Homestead Grays from my hometown of Steel Valley, PA. As a kid searching flea markets, I always hoped to find Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell or Satchel Paige on those iconic cards, but they were never there. This project is my way of honoring their legacy and imagining the cards that should have existed."
​Aaron Kleiber. Creator, Actor, Comedian.

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Hire Aaron Kleiber! Award-Winning Standup Comedian, Emcee, Actor, Improv Performer & Game Show Host!

7/8/2025

 
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25 Years of Live Performance & Audience Engagement
Aaron Kleiber has been featured with the biggest acts in comedy. An award-winning, improv-trained performer with contagious energy onstage and onscreen, Aaron has entertained and engaged audiences across North America.


Stand-Up Comedian & Event Emcee
Seen at every A+ comedy club in America — including the Improvs, Funny Bones, Heliums, and every theater in between. A must-have for special comedy events, Aaron has toured with the biggest names in standup: Brad Williams, Donnell Rawlings, Josh Blue, Tommy Davidson, Steve-O, late/greats Bob Saget & John Witherspoon. His Amazon Prime special “Grown @%$ Dad” has over a million views. A favorite on Norwegian Cruises, 5x Best Comedian by Pittsburgh press, Second City improv-trained, seen on Gotham Live, Nickelodeon, SyFy & CBS. 30+ commercials, 500+ corporate shows, 75+ clubs, 20+ festivals — and a father of 3, husband to 1. 
2–3 comedians + 60–90 minute shows 

‘Without-a-Script’ Improv Comedy
Popularized by the TV staple Whose Line, this fast and hilarious 90-minute improv comedy show transforms audience suggestions into nonstop laughs. Every show is unique and engaging, shaped in real-time by the crowd. A high-impact entertainment option for corporate events or special occasions, Without-a-Script blends spontaneity and professionalism — tailored to your audience, from family-friendly matinees to late-night, adults-only laugh riots. Led by nationally touring comedian and actor Aaron Kleiber and musical-comedy powerhouse Missy Moreno, the cast features seasoned professionals from stages like Second City and Arcade Comedy Theater.
4–5 performers + piano musician + 60–90 minute shows

Next Contestant Games
Live Interactive Gameshow ExperienceOver 60 interactive Game Show Experiences — just like on TV — and a variety of content themes to engage audiences of thousands for hours at a time! A mix of trivia, comedy, dancing, and karaoke using interactive video Game Boards projected in your venue. Contestants are selected as team representatives while the entire audience plays along using their mobile device as a buzzer that connects directly to the show. “On-stage” players use buzzers, screens, and props to really be a part of the show! Founded and presented by actor/comedian Kevin Horton, who has hosted hundreds of corporate conferences and large-scale events across the world. Best known for his acting roles on The Disney Channel & Nickelodeon, Kevin is also a gifted standup comedian who has performed on Late Night TV, cruise ships, and clubs throughout North America.
1–2 hosts + gameshow software & stage set + custom-time shows
 www.nextcontestantgames.com


Trusted By: Amazon • American Cruise Lines • Microsoft • Four Seasons • Pfizer • Charter Spectrum • Royal Caribbean • Mandalay Bay Las Vegas • Palms Casino/Resort/Spa • Workforce Software
Nemacolin • Norwegian Cruise Line • Improv • Jimmy Kimmel Comedy Club • Funny Bone • Best Buddies • Hard Rock Casino • iHeart Radio • COhatch

Booking Contact: David Sedelmeier, Talent Network
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WICHITA MONROVIANS VS. THE KANSAS KLAN LODGE 6. Digital Design Reimagine by Aaron Kleiber

6/21/2025

 
This 4-card series by Aaron Kleiber honors the centennial of one of the most powerful and complex games in American sports history on June 21st, 1925 in Wichita, Kansas.
Founded as part of the Coloured Western League, the Wichita Monrovians, formerly known as the Black Wonders, club president J. M. Booker, an attorney in Wichita, and partners, name inspired by Monrovia, the capital of African nation, Liberia, symbolizing Black self-determination. First incorporated as The Monrovian Corporation, later the Monrovian Park Association, with a stock value of $10,000. A value of roughly $150,000 today. “One of the first colored corporations in the West” to own and maintain both a team and a ballpark. 

The team was entirely run by Black professionals and used ticket sales to support social causes such as Phyllis Wheatley Children’s Home, which also sponsored one of the first organized women’s baseball teams. In 1923, the Monrovians reportedly finished with an incredible 52–8 record, playing not only Black leagues but also white industrial and amateur clubs. The Monrovians vanished by the early 1930s, but their legacy as a cultural powerhouse in 1920's Wichita remains. ​

JUNE 21ST,1925. ISLAND PARK STADIUM. WICHITA, KANSAS.

The 'Wichita Klan Lodge 6' played a baseball game against the former Western Coloured League powerhouse, the Wichita Monrovians. After being ousted by Kansas legislature that year, no longer able to hold charter status, the Kansas Klan looked for last ditch 'publicity stunts to appease lawmakers. Prior to this game, the Monrovians had been touring for six days through western Oklahoma, barnstorming thru six games. The Wichita Beacon news story leading up to the game cited some bizarre ground rules; "Strangle holds, razors, horsewhips, and other violent implements of argument will be barred at the baseball game at Island Park this afternoon when the baseball club of Wichita Klan Number 6 goes up against the Wichita Monrovians, Wichita’s crack colored team." A fair game was called by "non-bias Irish Cathollic umpires." “Played in front of a “good-sized crowd” on a scorching Sunday, with “searing winds” pushing the temperature to 102 degrees.” Brian Carroll wrote in “Beating the Klan” (The Baseball Research Journal, 2008) that the match began as a low-scoring pitching duel but turned into “a see-saw battle” that “ended with a blizzard of scoring.” Proceeds were donated to charity.

MONROVIANS WIN 10-8

This digital art series reimagines the Monrovians and that game through vintage-inspired baseball card design from the 1960s, decades that defined American baseball card art but largely excluded the legends of the Negro Leagues.

The info and photos I’m sharing are mostly what exists of that game and the Monrovians team. It’s also not conclusive WHAT players may have comprised the roster that day. But.. I did a ton of research. Every player ‘barnstormed’ for money then and we can only speculate an educated guess of WHO might have played for the Monrovians on June 21st, 1925.

Which is why I’ve included NEWT ALLEN & THOMAS ‘T-BABY’ YOUNG.

AK

** I created this digital art using Adobe Photoshop, Stock, Fonts, Creative;  this is NOT AI, I also researched and wrote the copy. **
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