October 7, 2009
The Famed Comedy Stop At The Sahara Hotel & Casino Announces The Upcoming Line Up Of Great Comedians To The Congo Room Stage
The Comedy Stop announces the upcoming line up of stellar comedians that will perform in the legendary Congo Room at the Sahara Hotel & Casino. The up and coming performers will have the crowds crying with laughter as they perform at the iconic Comedy Stop stage. The schedule is*:
October 5-11
* Jon Dore
o Jon Dore has had audiences laughing in his native Canada with “The Jon Dore Television Show,” a sitcom mockumentary where Dore plays a pseudo-realistic version of himself, for two seasons on The Comedy Network. Dore is also known for his role as co-host on the popular “Canadian Idol.”
* Al Romas
o Seeing Al Romas live is a chance to experience a stand up comedian at the top of his game. With 16 years experience, Romas works comfortably whether performing at ESPN’s Espy Awards or on Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. A veteran of numerous television appearances, including VH-1′s “Standup Spotlight” and Comedy Central’s “Short Attention Span Theater.” Romas headlines regularly in Las Vegas and Atlantic City.
* Ruben Paul
o Ruben Paul is one the most unique and versatile comedians working today. His irrepressible energy, quick wit and vivid storytelling take audiences on a hilarious ride from beginning to end. Paul talks honestly about his life and has insightful observations that bring audiences together no matter their age, race, creed or color. He was chosen as one of the “Best of the Fest Comics” at HBO’s prestigious U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colo. and has toured extensively with Jamie Foxx, George Lopez, Cedric The Entertainer and has shared the stage with the Late Great Music Legend Barry White. Paul’s stand up appearances include: CBS’ “The Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” “Comics Unleashed,” “HBO Comedy Showcase,” NBC’s “Friday Nights,” and BET’s “Comic View” just to name a few. Ruben Paul is a star on the rise and a great performer that you definitely don’t want to miss.
October 12-18
* Jim Lauletta
o Not only is Boston-born comedian/actor Jim Lauletta one of the most popular headlining college and club in acts in New England, he’s a regular performer in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Lauletta’s national television credits include: HBO’s U.S. Comedy Arts Festival’s Best of the Fest, NBC, Comedy Central and Comcast’s Comedy Spotlight. After being featured on Comedy Central’s “Shorties Watchin’ Shorties,” Lauletta was invited to Denis Leary’s “Comics Come Home XI” in 2005 and wowed a crowd of more than 6,000 and his demand has soared ever since. Lauletta’s fast wit and interaction with the audience ensure that no two shows are exactly alike but do, however, include his signature closing impressions you have to see and hear to believe: Roy Scheider as Chief Brody in the film “JAWS” and Don Knotts as Batman.
* Tom Simmons
o Experiencing a Tom Simmons show is like watching your best friend entertain you with today’s top headlines. Always one to be relatable to the “everyman,” Simmons enjoys talking about politics, religion, minor absurdities of everyday life and how all these issues affect him and his family. As a new father, Simmons uses his “question everything” attitude to keep honest as he justifies radical views to his son. You’ve seen Simmons on BET’s “Comic View” numerous times as one of the few non-African-American comics because he is just that socially relatable to all audiences. His sincerity has given him critical acclaim in various publications “reactionary revolutionary with a good heart.” Simmons is one act you don’t want to miss as he has proven himself to the industry at comedy festivals like Montreal and Boston. He is a favorite comedian at top clubs all across the country and cuts from all three of his CDs are played regularly on both XM and Sirius.
* Tim Walkoe
o Tim Walkoe has been performing on stages across the country with his fast-paced style of comedy combining improvisation with music. Walkoe was a grand prize winner of ABC’s “America’s Funniest People” and has appeared in programs such as FOX’s “Murder in Small Town X” and networks such as A&E, Showtime, HBO and PBS.
October 19-25
* Patrick O’Donnell
o Patrick O’Donnell has been a comedian for more than 20 years. O’Donnell has been seen on television networks and programs such as Comedy Central, A&E’s “Comedy On The Road” and was a $10,000 winner on ABC’s “America’s Funniest People.” He has written jokes for Jay Leno and Jimmie “JJ” Walker to name a few. O’Donnell is a high-energy act who spices up his performance with his knack for impressions. Former presidents, movie and television stars could pop up anytime as searches for the humorous side of life. O’Donnell has worked all over the country and is a regular at The Comedy Stop in Atlantic City and Las Vegas. O’Donnell talks about today’s current events, his Catholic upbringing and the trials of a man who takes care of the kids, as well as marriage in general. He light-heartedly pokes fun at all of them. O’Donnell hits the stage with a smile and leaves the audience laughing.
* Chrissy Burns
o Chrissy Burns is a true road comic, performing in venues of all sizes across the country. Her comedy has audiences reeling with laughter as she regales them with stories of dieting, dating and true life experiences. Burns believes in using her comedy to break stereotypes and brings to the stage a funny, heartfelt message about the power of laughter. In addition to being a comedienne, Burns has been seen in the documentary “Be Funny,” has a CD entitled “Soul Music” that can be heard on XM Satellite Radio and her outrageously funny road story “Follow That” can be found in the Random House book “I Killed – True Stories of the Road from America’s Top Comics.”
* Steve Shaffer
o A wacky comedian with a flair for impressions, Shaffer is a favorite of comedy club audiences. The New York Post said “Shaffer is vibrantly creative” and the Boston Globe agreed Shaffer is a “prodigious talent.” Shaffer has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “Comic Strip Live,” “An Evening at the Improv,” “Caroline’s Comedy Hour” and VH1′s “Stand-Up Spotlight.”
*Schedule is subject to change without notice.
The Comedy Stop performs at 9 p.m. seven nights a week inside the Congo Room at the Sahara Hotel & Casino. Guests must be 21 years of age or older.
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