COMIX AT FOXWOODS UPCOMING SHOWS
(ITT has 2 for 1 voucher on the counter)
Comix At Foxwoods Headliners
Marshall Brandon (Thurs 2/21 at 8 p.m. and Fri 2/22 at 8 p.m.)
· Born and raised in nearby Hartford, Marshall Brandon first gained recognition when he was named “Funniest Person in Connecticut,” by winning CPTV’s annual Connecticut Comedy Festival featuring the best new comics from New England. Brandon also subsequently received an Emmy nomination from the Boston/New England Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
· Tickets are $20, $40 and $50 in advance
Greg Fitzsimmons (Thurs 2/28 at 8 p.m.; Fri 3/1 at 8 p.m. and Sat 3/2 at 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.)
· Mixing an incisive wit with scathing sarcasm, Greg Fitzsimmons has achieved success as a stand-up, Emmy Award-winning writer and host on both radio and TV. Fitzsimmons has also made more than 50 visits to “The Howard Stern Show,” and hosts “The Greg Fitzsimmons Show” on Sirius XM’s "Howard 101,” in addition to putting out the hugely popular “FitzDog Radio” podcast twice a week.
· Fitzsimmons’ last show will be one where lines are crossed and common decency is left at the door, as he puts on a truly uproarious show that can only be described as, you guessed it, “Nasty Good!”
· Tickets are $20, $40 and $50 in advance
Godfrey (Thurs 3/7 at 8 p.m.; Fri 3/8 at 8 p.m. and Sat 3/9 at 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.)
· Fresh off filming his fourth appearance on BET's “Comicview,” and a guest starring role on “30 Rock,” Godfrey continues to be one of the most sought after comedians on the circuit. Having landed several high-profile projects as soon as he went pro, one of his biggest roles to date came when Ben Stiller cast him to play himself in the cult classic, “Zoolander.”
· Godfrey’s last show will be both nasty-themed and hilarious, presenting a ‘Nasty Show with Godfrey.”
· Tickets are $20, $40 and $50 in advance
Comix Presents: Theater Shows
Stephen Lynch (Sat 2/23 at 8 p.m.)
· Stephen Lynch’s unique blend of musical-based comedy has earned him fiercely loyal fans worldwide, who live to experience his sold-out live shows, four best-selling CDs, RIAA-certified Gold DVD and top-rated Comedy Central specials. His highly-anticipated fifth album, “Lion,” was released in November 2012, and in 2006, he stepped onto the Broadway stage for the first time in the title role of “The Wedding Singer,” with his performance earning him nominations for some of the highest honors in American Theatre.
· Tickets are $30, $42.50 and $55
· Fox Theater
Amy Schumer (Sat 3/30 at 8 p.m.)
· Amy Schumer is the star, writer and creator of “Inside Amy,” premiering next year on Comedy Central. Coming off her one-hour stand-up special, “Mostly Sex Stuff,” which became Comedy Central’s second-highest rated special in 2012, she was then featured on the network’s “Roast of Roseanne” following her breakout performance on last year’s “Roast of Charlie Sheen.” Most recently seen on FX’s “Louie,” she will next appear in season two of HBO’s “Girls.”
· Tickets are $30, $40 and $50
· Fox Theater
Comix At Foxwoods Showcases
Dueling Comix Pianos (Fri 2/22 at 10:30 p.m.)
· Monthly favorite act, Dueling Comix Pianos, is a high octane entertainment experience where guests are brought on stage to become part of the show. The engaging pianist pair performs fan favorites as a surprise rock star pianist joins premier dueling pianist, Billy Musto, in this crazy night of hysteria.
· Tickets are $15 and $25 in advance
Battle of the Badges Comix & DJ Party (Sat 2/23 at 8 p.m.)
· The National Public Safety Athletic League and Work Vessels For Veterans are proud to present a night full of laughs and dancing, featuring an all-star lineup of performers. Singing impressionist comedian, Joey Voices, television funnyman, Dave Russo, and poetry wizard, Anita D., will be on hand to keep the crowd engaged all night long.
· Tickets are $30 and $50 in advance
Go To Guys Comix (Sun 2/24 at 8 p.m.)
· The “Go to Guys” comedy show will feature some of the Northeast’s favorite funny guys headlined by Brian Beaudoin, the Last Comix Standing Season One champion who is considered the “biggest” comic in Rhode Island. Beaudoin will be joined by Derek Furtado and Ray Harrington, as they bring the laughs in this fun-filled showcase.
· Tickets are $15 and $25 in advance
Comix One Night Stand with Pat Oates (Wed 2/27 at 8 p.m.)
· Come get your drink on and "spend the night" with Pat Oates, as he combines his high-energy storytelling with unparalleled crowd work. A regular on Sirius and XM Satellite radio, headliner Dustin Chafin has toured with the USO to perform in Iraq and Afghanistan. Additional appearances by Adam Lucidi and Chris Higgins, along with special guest, WCTY’s Jered Buck, will make this a night you will not regret.
· Tickets are $10 and $20 in advance
Jim Spinnato’s R-Rated Hypnotic Hysteria (Fri 3/1 at 10:30 p.m. and Sun 3/3 at 8 p.m.)
· New England’s premier stage hypnotist and comedian, Jim Spinnato, will hypnotize audience members, while creating hysterical R-rated situations and providing laughs for all. Known for his combination of music, comedy, hypnosis and audience participation, Spinnato always makes for one can’t miss show.
· Tickets are $15, $25 and $35 in advance
Upcoming Comix Presents Theater Events
Jim Jefferies (Sat 4/13 at 8 p.m., Fox Theater)
Steven Wright (Sat 4/20 at 8 p.m., Fox Theater)
Bill Engvall (Sat 4/27 at 8 p.m., MGM Grand Theater)
Cedric ‘The Entertainer’ (Fri 5/10 at 9 p.m., MGM Grand Theater)
George Lopez (Fri 5/17 at 9 p.m., MGM Grand Theater)
Comix Presents SNL: Dana Carvey, Dennis Miller, Kevin Nealon (Sat 5/25 at 8 p.m., MGM Grand Theater)
