Comedians
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Wil Anderson
Wil Anderson is an award-winning comedian, television host, writer and podcaster from Australia. His stand-up is a densely written, high-speed ride through one of the most wonderful comedic imaginations in the world. Politics, pop and the personal come together in a Wil Anderson routine, always delivered with more conviction and enthusiasm than any man’s vocal chords can take. Wil has made guest appearances on the popular late night comedy talk show, Chelsea Lately. He hosted four seasons of the high rating ABC (Australian Broadcast Company) TV series, The Gruen Transfer – a role that saw him nominated for a Gold Logie, and spawned spin offs, The Gruen Nation and The Gruen Planet. Wil currently hosts the popular podcast Wilosophy, which regularly tops the iTunes charts in Australia, as well as, co-hosts TOFOP, which was named iTunes Best Classic Audio podcast for 2013. Wil has toured the world with his stand-up performing his hit live shows including Wilarious, GoodWil, and most recently Free Wil. He also released his new DVD, Wiluminati, filmed at the Sydney Opera House. Don’t miss Wil’s brand new hour of jokes on his Fire at Wil tour!
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Will Burkart
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in rows seven and eight, (behind Lucy Restaurant Preferred Seating in rows one through six), and a post-show Meet & Greet! Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian and actor. After growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, he moved out to Los Angeles and quickly established himself as one of the hardest working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand up clips on social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed over the past few years amassing over 500k followers and more than 150 million views. In 2023, Will embarked on a forty-five city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country. As the tour continues this year, Will is also slated to headline in the Netflix is a Joke festival. Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant to get preferred seating in rows 1 - 6. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com.
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William Shatner at Paramount Theatre
Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Paramount Theatre on Thursday, June 21st, 2018 for an unforgettable night with the one and only WILLIAM SHATNER, live on stage. Audiences will enjoy a screening of the classic film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” on the big screen, followed by a live conversation with the one and only “Captain James T. Kirk.” William Shatner will be sharing fascinating and humorous stories from portraying the original Captain Kirk in the “Star Trek” television series and movies, and from his career spanning over 50 years as an award-winning actor, producer, director and writer. Fans will also have a chance to ask Mr. Shatner their question during the audience-led Q&A. Don’t miss your chance to see a Hollywood legend in this thrill-of-a-lifetime evening. Produced by Mills Entertainment and The Backlot Project. Learn more at WilliamShatnerTour.com
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William Shatner Live w/ Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
Comedy Works Entertainment presents William Shatner Live On-stage with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan! Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Paramount Theatre on January 21st for an unforgettable night with the original ‘Captain James T. Kirk,’ award-winning actor William Shatner, live on stage! Following a screening of the classic film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,” Shatner, one of Hollywood’s most recognizable and beloved figures, will take to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind-the-scenes stories from his seven decades-long career as an actor, producer, director, writer and – most recently – space-traveler.
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Winston Hodges
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in the first five rows! Winston Hodges is from DC by way of Richmond, VA. He’s toured all over the east coast showcasing his southern charm and edgy wit. He has been featured on Don't Tell Comedy's Secret Sets, and was a Top 6 finalist on Kevin Hart's "Funny AF" for Netflix - starting with thousands of applicants and 44 original competitors. His videos have been viewed over a combined 30 million times online.
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Writers of Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The current Hollywood writer’s strike maybe a bummer for our favorite shows and movies but is a BONUS for us. Many comedy writers are also stand-up comics and the writing team of Jimmy Kimmel Live! is no exception. These multi-faceted artists are taking a break from the picket line to bring their talents to our stage: Jesse Joyce – Emmy Nominated writer of the Comedy Central Roasts & The Oscars, who in addition to Kimmel has appeared on @midnight, Comedy Underground with Dave Attell, The Tonight Show, and Last Comic Standing. Devin Field – A writer, improviser, and Stand-up who in addition to having written for Comedy Central’s Workaholics and TruTV’s Billy on the Street, has a Comedy Central Half Hour stand up special. Troy Walker – Denver Native and Comedy Works regular who has appeared on The Late Late Show, VICE’s Flophouse, and Comedy Central's Corporate, in addition to representing Denver Comedy at numerous local and national comedy festivals, including as a New Face at the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com. Please review our ticket resale policy.
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Yakov Smirnoff
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in rows seven and eight, (behind Lucy Preferred Seating in rows one through six)! Yakov Smirnoff came to America from the Soviet Union with nothing but a dream — and turned laughter into his passport to success. You’ve seen him on The Tonight Show, Night Court, and in movies with Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson. He just finished filming a movie with Mark Wahlberg and is happily married with a brand new baby. Yakov Smirnoff continues to proclaim: “What a country!” Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant to get preferred seating. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com.
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Yamaneika Saunders
WARNING: Explicit Content! Most recently appearing on Netflix’s stand-up series The Degenerates, Yamaneika Saunders has been captivating audiences across the country with her dynamic stage presence for over a decade. Yamaneika is currently a writer on season 2 of HBO Max's That Damn Michael Che. Born and raised in Maryland, Yamaneika has since tackled both the New York and LA comedy scenes by combining her high energy improvisational observations and stories with a unique and bold perspective on life. In early 2015, Yamaneika co-starred in Oxygen's Funny Girls, a docu-series following six female comedians through their everyday lives. Prior to that, Yamaneika was a series regular on Comedy Central's animated online series In Security. Yamaneika has been a guest star on shows including The Jim Gaffigan Show, Comedy Central's The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore, and TruTV shows Comedy Knockout and Friends of the People. Her voiceover work can be heard on Inside Amy Schumer. A former panelist on The Meredith Vieira Show, her stand-up has been featured on NBC's Last Comic Standing and AXS TV's Gotham Comedy Live, with a half-hour special on Comedy Central released in 2017. You can also hear her on her weekly podcast Rantin' and Ravin'. Please review our ticket resale policy.
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Yohay Sponder: Self Loving Jew
Comedy Works Entertainment presents Yohay Sponder: Self Loving Jew live at the Newman Center! With over 20 years of experience, Yohay Sponder brings his unique outlook on life to the stage. Throughout his career he has starred in multiple TV and radio shows, he produces and headlines in ‘Funny Monday – Israeli Comedy in English’ and has performed all over the world. Having gained a massive following on social media, Sponder has gone on a world tour with his new show “Self Loving Jew”. In his show, Sponder talks about self love, identity and faith. Yohay’s humor, smart wit and unapologetic attitude are the perfect antidote for even the toughest of times. He truly believes he can cure the world’s troubles one laugh at a time … but this time the joke’s on him!
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Your Friend Did What?
Introducing: Your Friend Did What? where hilarity ensues, friendships are dissected, and the wildest tales are spun into comedy gold! Hosted by the irreverently charming Brandt Tobler, this one-of-a-kind storytelling show invites professional comedians and daring audience members to share their most outrageous, sidesplitting stories about their friends. Picture this: a rollercoaster of laughs as comedians take the stage, weaving their comedic magic in 4-5 minute tales that will leave you in stitches. But the real adventure begins when Brandt Tobler dives deep into the nitty-gritty during an exclusive post-story interview. Unraveling the mysteries behind the madness, Tobler aims to discover why the story happened and what unfolded in its aftermath. And here's the twist – the night's MVP, the storyteller with the most uproarious tale, walks away with a prize worthy of epic proportions. Okay, maybe not epic, but brag-worthy! Each show is a unique experience, leaving audiences hungry for more. Rally your crew, bring 12 or more friends, and secure a guaranteed spot for one lucky soul in your posse to share their story on stage. Your Friend Did What? is not just a show; it's an uproarious journey into the depths of friendship folly, where every tale is a treasure waiting to be unveiled. Don't miss the next edition – because you never know what might happen when friends spill the beans!