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SUMMARY:What's So Funny About Detroit?
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 25 showcase\nGet your tickets!\nWhat’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\,).\n\n\nDetroit’s talented comedians will take the stage on the last Thursday of the month to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. \nCheck back soon for the June 25 lineup.  \nDoors open at 6 p.m.\, show begins at 7 p.m. sharp. \nTickets are $30 in advance for WDET members\, $35 for non-WDET members and for everyone at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \n\nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University.\nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating.\nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry.\n\nAll four showcases are Supported by: \n\nFriends of Detroit Animal Care & Control\nTitos Handmade Vodka\, Vodka for dog people\n\n\n\nMeet your new best friend at the event\nVolunteer foster parents will bring adoptable dogs to The Old Miami for one hour before showtime so guests can meet\, pet and play with the dogs\, and learn about their personalities from the foster parents. And maybe adopt! \n*Dogs are not allowed in the beautiful backyard of The Old Miami. If you do decide to adopt\, you will need to make arrangements with the foster family. \n\n\n\nGrab a signature cocktail\n\n\n\nA special signature Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktail will be available at each showcase. \n\n \nGet your tickets!
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/whats-so-funny-about-detroit-june-25/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:What's So Funny About Detroit?
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 28 showcase\nGet your tickets!\nWhat’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\,).\n\n\nDetroit’s talented comedians will take the stage on the last Thursday of the month to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. \nLine up for May 28: Josh Adams\, Mary Spencer\, and Diego Attanasio! \nDoors open at 6 p.m.\, show begins at 7 p.m. sharp. \nTickets are $30 in advance for WDET members\, $35 for non-WDET members and for everyone at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \n\nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University.\nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating.\nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry.\n\nAll four showcases are Supported by: \n\nFriends of Detroit Animal Care & Control\nTitos Handmade Vodka\, Vodka for dog people\n\n\n\nMeet your new best friend at the event\nVolunteer foster parents will bring adoptable dogs to The Old Miami for one hour before showtime so guests can meet\, pet and play with the dogs\, and learn about their personalities from the foster parents. And maybe adopt! \n*Dogs are not allowed in the beautiful backyard of The Old Miami. If you do decide to adopt\, you will need to make arrangements with the foster family. \n\n\n\nGrab a signature cocktail\n\n\n\nA special signature Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktail will be available at each showcase. \n\n \nGet your tickets!
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/whats-so-funny-about-detroit/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET's 'What's So Funny About Detroit?' Comedy Showcase - August
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets » \nFor the last time this summer\, What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\, M-F\, 12-3p). \nA fresh six-pack of Detroit’s most talented comedians will take the stage on Thursday\, August 28 to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. This month\, we’re welcoming Lansing’s Nicole Melnyk to Detroit as our headliner. Nicole will share the stage with Alaina Bamfield\, Madison Thomas\, Andy Peters\, Ree Ledbetter\, Pat Sievert\, Brooke Van Poppelen and Joe Aasim. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\, show begins at 7:00 p.m. sharp. We will do our very best to have you on your way home by 9:30 p.m. \nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University. \nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating. \nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry. \nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \nSee FAQ section on EventBrite for any additonal details on parking\, outside food and beverage\, and pets. \nBuy Tickets »
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdets-whats-so-funny-about-detroit-comedy-showcase-4/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET's 'What's So Funny About Detroit?' Comedy Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets » \nMark your last Thursdays! What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\, M-F\, 12-3p). \nA fresh six-pack of Detroit’s most talented comedians will take the stage on May 29th\, June 26th\, July 31th\, and August 28th to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. And we finally have one landing page where you can pick up your tickets to all four shows in advance! \n********JULY LINEUP JUST ANNOUNCED!********* \nOn Thursday\, July 31\, Ryan Patrick Hooper will welcome SAM TALLENT to Detroit as our headliner. Sam will share the stage with local comedians T.BARB\, BRIANNA BLACKBURN\, and BRAD WENZEL. \n******If you purchased a ticket to the June show\, which was cancelled due to weather\, your ticket will be automatically transferred to the July 31 show.****** \nDoors open at 6:00PM\, show begins at 7:00PM sharp. We will do our very best to have you on your way home by 9:30PM. \nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University. \nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating. \nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry. \nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \nSee FAQ section on EventBrite for any additonal details on parking\, outside food and beverage\, and pets. \nBuy Tickets »
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdets-whats-so-funny-about-detroit-comedy-showcase-3/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:**CANCELED**WDET's 'What's So Funny About Detroit?' Comedy Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets » \n***Weather update 6/26/25 – out of an abundance of caution and based on numerous weather reports stating the possibility of thunder and lightning\, tonight’s show is canceled. All ticket purchases will be transferred to the July 31st show. We apologize for the inconvenience! \n****************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************** \nMark your last Thursdays! What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\, M-F\, 12-3p). \nA new lineup of Detroit’s most talented comedians will take the stage on May 29th\, June 26th\, July 31th\, and August 28th to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. And we finally have one landing page where you can pick up your tickets to all four shows in advance! \n*******THE JUNE LINEUP IS HERE! On June 26\, Ryan Patrick Hooper will welcome headliner MELANIE HEARN to the stage with support from TANYA VORA\, ANDY PETERS\, JOEY AASIM\, and REE LEDBETTER.. Plus music by DJ THORNSTRYKER and a special guest appearance by Detroit Dancer!************ \nDoors open at 6:00PM\, show begins at 7:00PM sharp. We will do our very best to have you on your way home by 9:30PM. \nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University. \nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating. \nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry. \nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \nSee FAQ section on EventBrite for any additonal details on parking\, outside food and beverage\, and pets. \nBuy Tickets »
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdets-whats-so-funny-about-detroit-comedy-showcase-2/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET's 'What's So Funny About Detroit?' Comedy Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets » \nMark your last Thursdays! What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire\, Ryan Patrick Hooper (In The Groove\, M-F\, 12-3p). \nA fresh lineup of Detroit’s most talented comedians will take the stage on May 29th\, June 26th\, July 31th\, and August 28th to showcase what\, indeed\, is so funny about the Motor City. And we finally have one landing page where you can pick up your tickets to all four shows in advance! \nMAY LINEUP HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED! – May 29th’s show will be headlined by JOSH ADAMS\, featuring performances by BRETT MERCER\, ZECH\, MARY SPENCER\, and JOHNNY MOCNY. Plus\, we’ll have DJ THORNSTRYKER spinning tunes throughout the evening! \n*NEW!* \n2025 What’s So Funny? Season Pass – $90 (+Eventbrite fees) \nThis year\, WDET is offering a season pass to all four comedy shows at a discounted rate of $90! When purchased\, your name will be added to our season pass guest list at the main entrance to the event. Click “Get Tickets” on Eventbrite and then select “2025 Season Pass” to get yours today! \nADDITIONAL INFO: \nDoors open at 6:00PM\, show begins at 7:00PM sharp. We will do our very best to have you on your way home by 9:30PM. \nThis is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University. \nThis is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard\, please set up blankets in the front\, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating. \nThe Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry. \nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door. \nThere will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted. \nSee FAQ section on EventBrite for any additonal details on parking\, outside food and beverage\, and pets. \nBuy Tickets »
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdets-whats-so-funny-about-detroit-comedy-showcase/
LOCATION:The Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET Presents: An Evening with David Sedaris at the Fisher Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Humorist and author David Sedaris is bringing his sardonic wit and incisive social critiques to Detroit’s Fisher Theatre on Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025. Join us for an evening of all-new readings\, Q&A and book signing as Sedaris slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness with great skill. Get your tickets today! \nGet tickets » \n  \nDonate »
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdet-presents-an-evening-with-david-sedaris-at-the-fisher-theatre/
LOCATION:The Fisher Theatre\, 3011 W Grand Blvd\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:NPR's 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' Live at the Fox Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets »\nWait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!\, the NPR comedy news quiz show is coming back to Detroit after years away! WDET and Michigan Public are thrilled to welcome the Peabody Award-winning comedy news quiz show to the Fox Theatre on Thursday\, November 14.  Host Peter Sagal will lead a panel of comedians\, writers\, listener contestants and a secret celebrity guest through a rollicking review of the week’s news. Contestants vie for the most coveted prize in all of public radio: a custom-recorded greeting by any of the cast members for their voicemail. \n \n“Every week\, Wait\, Wait…. Don’t Tell Me! records in front of a live audience\, then carefully edits out all the raunchy\, inappropriate\, shocking and hilarious stuff so we can broadcast something that doesn‘t get NPR in trouble… well\, more trouble. The only way you can find out what our panelists and guests really think about the news is to come see for yourself. And please — don’t tell NPR. Also\, we’re all much more attractive than we sound.” -WWDTM \n \n  \nAs part of our continued 75th anniversary celebration\, WDET is excited to offer a package for 4 that includes a tickets plus a VIP strolling meet & greet reception with Peter Sagal after the show! Donations of $100/month or more are eligible to select this thank you gift on our donation page. Click here or the button below to make your gift now!* \nMake a Donation »\n*In order to ensure your spot when making your gift\, please select WWDTM/Wait Wait from the drop down menu under Thank You Gift. Available while supplies last. VIP Reception will include dessert\, coffee\, and a cash bar. Thank you for supporting WDET!
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/nprs-wait-wait-dont-tell-me-live-at-the-fox-theatre/
LOCATION:Fox Theatre Detroit\, 2211 Woodward Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET Comedy Showcase: What's So Funny About Detroit? - AUGUST
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets »\nThe WDET comedy showcase What’s So Funny About Detroit? is back! \nWhat’s So Funny? brings a new set of six of the city’s funniest stand-up comedians to the stage on Thursday\, August 29 to the iconic Old Miami bar & backyard in the Cass Corridor / Midtown neighborhood of Detroit. \nWDET’s Ryan Patrick Hooper (host of In The Groove\, weekdays 12-3p) will serve as your host and curator of comedy for the evening as he introduces you to Jacob Barr\, Finn St. John\, Ms. Joyce\, Zach Martina\, Kathy Ryan and headliner Josh Adams! \nThis event is a benefit for 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit Public Radio. The cost of your tickets directly support WDET and will also go towards compensating the comedians\, who are critical members of the city’s independent comedy scene and larger performing arts community. \nThis event will be held in the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami. ***THE OLD MIAMI IS A 21+ VENUE. A VALID ID IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY*** Please dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain or severe weather\, this event will be canceled and your tickets will be refunded. No pets are allowed. \nTickets are $25 per person. Tickets can be purchased in advance online right here. Walk-up ticket sales at the venue are available *if the event is not sold out* \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m. \nShow starts promptly at 7:00 p.m. The show will be approximately two hours long. \nThis show will be recorded live for a later airing on 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit Public Radio. \nThis event is BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET. Think of it as a comedy picnic. A food truck will be on site selling food (Mizz Ruth’s Grill). Outside food and drink is not permitted. \nThis is an uncensored comedy event. The opinions and jokes of the comedians are completely their own and are not a reflection on WDET’s editorial standards. \n************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************* \nWhat’s So Funny About Detroit? is supported by The Finnish Long Drink. \n \n 
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdet-comedy-showcase-whats-so-funny-about-detroit-august-2/
LOCATION:Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET Comedy Showcase - What's So Funny About Detroit?
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe WDET comedy showcase What’s So Funny About Detroit? is back! \nWe’re bringing six of the city’s funniest stand-up comedians on Thursday\, August 25 to the iconic Old Miami bar & backyard in the Cass Corridor / Midtown neighborhood of Detroit. \nWDET’s Ryan Patrick Hooper (host of CultureShift\, weekdays 12 – 2p) will serve as your host for the evening as he introduces you to Detroit stand-up comics Robert Jenkins\, Brianna Blackburn\, Jeffrey Ford\, Alaina Bamfield\, Mike Boone and Michael Bussler. \nThis event is a benefit for 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit’s NPR station. The cost of your tickets directly support WDET and will also go towards compensating the comedians\, who are critical members of the city’s independent comedy scene and larger performing arts community. \nTickets are $25 per person. Tickets can be purchased in advance online right here. Walk-up ticket sales at the venue are available for cash purchase only *if the event is not sold out.*  Credit cards cannot be accepted for tickets at the venue. \n\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. \nShow starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. The show will be less than two hours long. \nThis show will be recorded live for a later airing on 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit’s NPR station. \nThis event will be held in the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami. Please dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain or severe weather\, this event will be canceled and your tickets will be refunded. \nThis event is BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET. Think of it as a comedy picnic in Old Miami’s gorgeous backyard. A food truck will be on site selling food (food truck to-be-announced). \nThis is an uncensored comedy event. The opinions and jokes of the comedians are completely their own and are not a reflection on WDET whatsoever. \n  \n***MEET THE COMEDIANS*** \n\nRobert Jenkins\nRobert Jenkins combines his quick wit and sharp words with a disarming delivery to leave you wondering if you just heard what you thought you heard. A Detroit native and resident of Lansing\, Michigan\, Robert has performed at the Oddball Comedy & Curiosity Festival\, Bridgetown Comedy Festival\, and Laughfest where he was a participant in the Best of the Midwest Comedy Competition. Robert’s comedy albums\, “Achievement Unlocked” and “Attempted Salvation” are available on Apple Music\, Google Play\, and Amazon\, and Attempted Salvation can be heard on SiriusXM Radio. \nBrianna Blackburn\nBrianna Blackburn is a comedian from Grand Rapids. She has quickly become a favorite comedian in the Michigan comedy scene with her amazing ability to relate to any crowd. She has opened for people including Tony Hinchcliffe\, Josh Wolfe\, Donnell Rawlings\, DeRay Davis and more. \nJeffrey Ford\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jeffrey Ford is one of the most talented comedians working in the city today. \nMike Boone\nAlthough his content has deep social and cultural analysis\, your first impression of comedian Mike Boone will be the whimsical silliness he brings to the stage. Throughout his career telling jokes his own goofy giggles are what carry his punchlines through. Life is silly\, and he’ll only ask you to take him as seriously as he takes himself. As a stand up he has never failed to delight and challenge audiences. \nAlaina Bamfield\nAlaina Bamfield is a Michigan based comedian that has quickly made a name for herself and the Michigan and Midwest comedy scenes. Performing regularly on stages such as the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase\, Mark Ridleys Comedy Castle\, Summit City Comedy Club (IN)\, and The Comedy Bar (IL). Alaina brings razor sharp wit with the force of a sledgehammer\, leaving audiences in stitches. Participating in multiple festivals such as the Savage Henry Comedy Festival 2021 and StoopFest 2022. Alaina has opened for comedians Tom Thakkar\, KVON\, Ron Taylor\, and Chris Barnes. \nMichael Bussler\nHailing from parts unknown\, Michael Bussler\, a.k.a. “Iron Mike” is a comedian you don’t wanna miss. He’s worked with Brian Posehn\, and Mick Foley. He’s also performed at Laughfest\, and is the Second Funniest Person in Grand Rapids. When Iron Mike is in town you better be around!
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LOCATION:Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:WDET Comedy Showcase - What's So Funny About Detroit?
DESCRIPTION:The WDET comedy showcase What’s So Funny About Detroit? is back!\n***BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE***\nWe’re bringing six of the city’s funniest stand-up comedians to the iconic Old Miami bar & backyard in the Cass Corridor / Midtown neighborhood of Detroit. \nWDET’s Ryan Patrick Hooper (host of CultureShift\, weekdays 12 – 2p) will serve as your host for the evening as he introduces you to Detroit stand-up comics Josh Adams (headliner)\, Camila Ballario\, Connor Meade\, Jacob Barr\, Alex Bozinovic and Zech. \nThis event is a benefit for 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit’s NPR station. The cost of your tickets directly support WDET and will also go towards compensating the comedians\, who are critical members of the city’s independent comedy scene and larger performing arts community. \nTickets are $25 per person. Tickets can be purchased in advance online right here. Walk-up ticket sales at the venue are available and cost $30 day-of (only available for in-person sales). \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. \nShow starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. The show will be less than two hours long. \nThis show will be recorded live for a later airing on 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit’s NPR station. \nThis event will be held in the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami. Please dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain or severe weather\, this event will be cancelled and your tickets will be refunded. \nThis event is BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET. Think of it as a comedy picnic in Old Miami’s gorgeous backyard. A limited amount of blankets will be available on-site at no charge. \nThis is an uncensored comedy event. The opinions and jokes of the comedians are completely their own and are not a reflection on WDET whatsoever. \n***MEET THE COMEDIANS***\nJosh Adams \nDetroit comedian Josh Adams has performed on BET’s Apollo Live and recently released his debut stand-up comedy album\, “Miseducation of Josh Adams.” He’s appeared in the pages of Hour Detroit Magazine and the Detroit Free Press. He has opened for a host of comedic luminaries including D.L. Hughley and Mo’Nique. \nCamila Ballario \nComedian Camila Ballario is a promising talent voted Best Comedian in Washtenaw County of 2020 by Current Magazine\, and has been entertaining crowds far and wide with her fresh brand of stand-up. Formally trained in music\, she often joins her ideas with songs to give you a unique look into her perspective on the realities of being a woman in her 30s. \nConnor Meade \nFrom the moment Connor Meade entered the Detroit comedy scene she has effortlessly captivated audiences with her curvy jokes. Week after week the midwest has come to count on her to twist our daily experience into punchlines that take aim at everyone. While developing her hard hitting jokes she has quietly become one of Detroit’s up-and-coming producers through her work with the Independent Comedy Club and other local outfits\, and flooded the local scene with stage time and unparalleled curatorial power. Winner of Comedy Rumble 9. She has opened up for Jeremiah Watkinz\,\, Sean Patton\, Kurt Metzger and Eddie Pepitone. \nJacob Barr \nJacob Barr is a young comic who has been performing since 2015. He uses his disability and unique life experiences to make people laugh….or scared. Jacob works clubs and festivals in the Midwest. In the past he has opened for Tim Meadows\, Casey Frey\, Chris Gethard\, and Joe List. \nAlex Bozinovic \nAlex Bozinovic has been a comedian on stage and presence behind the scenes for five years\, quickly making a name for himself in the local scene. He has opened for comedians Jen Kirkman\, Joe Mande\, Guy Branum and Eddie Pepitone. \nZech \nZech is a Cass Corridor resident\, visual and performance artist and Ryan Patrick Hooper enthusiast. \nSupported by Finnish Long Drink
URL:https://dev.wdet.org/event/wdet-comedy-showcase-whats-so-funny-about-detroit/
LOCATION:Old Miami\, 3930 Cass Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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