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Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th
Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th Tickets on Sale June 23rd Emmy Award-winning host of the “The Daily Show” Trevor Noah will bring his stand-up comedy to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 19. The South African born comedian has written, produced and starred in 11…

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Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA
Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA

Wisecrackin’ hits Laugh Factory’s Chicago stage with special guest Greg Proops streaming in from LA Wisecrackin’ hosts in-person show with special guest Greg Proops. The Laugh Factory in Chicago to host award-winning comedy game show September 2 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — Hot off winning the title of “Best Virtual Live Comedy Experience” from Chicago Magazine, the…

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Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel

Posted on August 16, 2021August 17, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel
Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel

Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel This week’s Wisecrackin’ virtual game show will feature special guest Arab News Newspaper reporter and standup comedian Ray Hanania and comic cast members Jamie Black, Sam Howard, Elise Jordan, Laureen Siciliano. The show launched in May 2020 is hosted by Chicagoland comedian Angie…

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Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14

Posted on October 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14
Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14

Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14 LIVE COMEDY FEATURING PROFESSIONAL,CHICAGO AREA and TOURING STAND-UP COMEDIANS Comedy show and Delicious Full Service Dinner from Special, Limited Menu [Soup or Salad, Entrée, Dessert and One Alcoholic Beverage (Red or White Wine, or Craft Beer)] $35.00 per person or $60.00 for two Dinner served at 7 pm, Show begins…

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Rabbi & Comedian Barry Schechter & Aaron Friedman from the Bible Players of New York

Posted on December 5, 2018December 5, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rabbi & Comedian Barry Schechter & Aaron Friedman from the Bible Players of New York
Rabbi & Comedian Barry Schechter & Aaron Friedman from the Bible Players of New York

Comedy night fundraiser for Veterans Dec. 24 Join Weinstein and Piser Funeral Home for a special comedy night “Is Comedy Dead” featuring Rabbi & Comedian Barry Schechter & Aaron Friedman from the Bible Players of New York Our 1st Annual Event: Why do Jews eat Chinese food on X-mas? It’s the only restaurant open. General Admission tickets $18.00; In advance or…

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Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019

Posted on November 13, 2018November 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019
Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019

Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 10-19, 2019 SketchFest Executive Producer Jill Valentine is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 18th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 10 through January 20, 2019 at Stage 773. Since its inception in 2002, the Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival has grown to be the largest festival of…

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