Busboys and Poets presents Comedy Night

Name: Busboys and Poets presents Comedy Night
Start: 2019-06-04T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2019-06-04T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Takoma

Date and Time

Jun 4, 2019 7:00 pm

Location

Takoma

235 Carroll St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20012

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Description:

Why so serious?! If you are like us, you have found it hard to find things to laugh about. Working to change the world is grueling and daunting work, but the pursuit of happiness is what we are fighting for! So we are making time to LAUGH! Busboys and Poets is pleased to introduce COMEDY NIGHT in Takoma!

Produced by Allan Sidley:

A comedian, improviser and lyricist, Allan is a jack off all trades. Allan's humor is dry, and a little wet from perspiration, usually. He pokes fun at Jews, mostly his Mom & Grandma, and dissects cultural taboos like online dating while balding or being a great +1 for a funeral. Often serious with hints of silly, Allan manages to keep dark topics light-hearted and his audiences on their toes (so stretch your calves). His comedy has been described as, "great for first dates."

He's opened (the door for) Sinbad, and toured throughout Eastern Europe in the summer of 2011 (not for comedy, just a fun fact). He did however recently feature at Cozzys Comedy Club, and was a member of the Unkosher Comedy Tour. In addition to running comedy shows at Busboys & Poets in Takoma, Shirlington, and 14th & V, he manages the Tysons Comedy Cellar and shows under his production company Sidley Standup.

Comedians:

Host - Jamal Russel: Jamal started performing comedy in college in Boston, and has been doing it for a few years now. His high energy, self deprecating style can be seen captivating audiences all over the DMV and in LA. Off stage he's an avid movie watcher, football buff (49ers fan), and enjoyer of naps.

Algiers Diamond: An actress & comedian, Algiers represents all things southern from Westbank, New Orleans. A product of New Orleans Center of Creative Arts the stage has always been home. Never wanting to be placed in a box, Algiers talents are such abundance. Whether on stage during a powerful dramatic theatrical performance or a solid musical rendition or even as a standup comedian she expresses a deep connection to her audience. As a comic her life stories and relational issues come to life, hilariously. She effortlessly takes her audience on a journey as only can be told by her with witty punchlines and drama filled stories. She is as expressive as she is beautiful. Algiers Diamond has had the privilege to share the stage with comic greats Michael Colyar, Teddy Carpenter, Tony Woods, Alex Scott, and Sylvia Traymore to name a few.

Fernando Madrigal: Born in the Dominican Republic, Fernando legally immigrated to the US at the age of 4. Raised in Wheaton, Maryland he shares his experiences and perspective as an Afro-Latino to speak on all matters ranging from politics, dating, trap music, classic cinema, trashy reality TV, and historical events. He has performed at esteemed venues like the DC Improv & Magooby's Joke House; opening for national touring comedians such as Sean Donnelly, Roy Wood Jr. and Jordan Rock. He also runs Hannah's Basement, a fun monthly stand-up house-show in Wheaton.

Monica Daly: Monica Daly is a NoVA local and an Army veteran. She has performed across the DMV from the Ottobar, DC Improv, and Lost Rhino. She recently performed at StandUpNY! As well as the USO. She is also part of the teaching team for the Armed Services Arts Partnership Comedy Boot Camp.

Winston Hodges: Winston Hodges is from a small town called Farmville in rural Virginia. He has spent his time working comedy clubs with his southern charm and edgy wit. You can hear him discussing growing up in a Christian home, race, religion, and working with children who have special needs all while providing a fun and energetic take on all the things we want to say but never do. He performs regularly at the DC Improv.

Seating is first come first served. Full menu & bar will be available throughout the event.Â

$10 tickets available online!! [full menu + bar available throughout the event]