A night out to the casino might involve some of those sweet “cha-ching” sounds of winning along with the delectable smells of buffets around every corner.
It’s no secret though, that San Diego casinos also deliver some of the best entertainment and have every intention to leave you laughing with star comedy performances throughout the year. From Pechanga to Viejas and Pala, a few of our favorite casinos in San Diego have prepared to make you knee-slap your night away with headliner comedy through the next few months.
Discover five star comedians coming to a San Diego casino near you…
Ralph Harris at The Comedy Club at Pechanga Casino: January 19 – 22, 2011
Ralph Harris delivers his stand-up act to the Comedy Club at Pechanga Casino on January 19th through the 22nd. His work has kept crowds coming back for more, after making appearances in the feature films Dreamgirls, Evan Almighty, and features on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. You might also catch his infectious smile on his Comedy Central Presents and the HBO Half-Hour Comedy Specials. Ralph’s humor is character driven and influenced by many of the greats, including his idols Bill Cosby and Jonathan Winters. Get details and buy tickets at pechanga.com.
Adam Ferrera at The Comedy Club at Pechanga Casino: January 27 – 29, 2011
Adam Ferrera makes his comedy rounds at Pechanga Casino on January 27th through the 29th. He’s both a heart-throb and a comedy genius, while Entertainment Weekly has dubbed him “Hilarious!” You may recognize his face from the Emmy-nominated hit FX TV show Rescue Me as Chief Needles Nelson. He’s added some laughs to the big screen world with roles in Paul Blart: Mall Cop and Definitely, Maybe. Adam’s talent has been recognized with two American Comedy Award nominations for Best Stand-Up and three Comedy Central specials. Come see what all the fans are laughing about. Get details and buy tickets at pechanga.com.
Jay Mohr at Viejas Casino: January 29, 2011
If you’ve spent any of your nights-in chuckling along to “Last Comic Standing,” you know the name and face of Jay Mohr. As the creator, executive producer, and host of the hit show, he’s furthered his career and audience adoration with a hit CBS television series called “Gary Unmarried.” With a career spanning over two decades, Mohr is bringing hilarious stories of fatherhood in his second book titled No Wonder My Parents Drank this year. The book will be available nationwide on May 11th. This experienced man of many jokes delivers his talent straight to San Diego at the Dreamcatcher at Viejas Casino. Get details and buy tickets at viejasentertainment.com.
Steve Byrne at Viejas Casino: February 26, 2011
Steve Byrne graces the stage of the Dreamcatcher at Viejas Casino on February 26th. His high energy, physical comedy brings a refreshing spirit to audiences nationwide. You’ve likely spotted his humor on Comedy Central in his half-hour special and one hour special called “Happy Hour.” His second one hour special called “The Byrne Identity” has just recently wrapped taping and will be airing mid 2010. His standup has been featured on NBC’s The Tonight Show, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live, CBS’s The Late Late Show, Fox’s Mad TV, NBC’s Last Call with Carson Daly and BET’s Comic View. Steve’s work ethic makes him one of the most sought after comedians across the country. Get a taste for yourself at the Viejas Casino. Get details and buy tickets at viejasentertainment.com.
Martin Lawrence at Pala Casino: March 19, 2011
One of the biggest names in comedy and television comes to the Pala Casino Spa & Resort on March 19th. Lawrence, the original host of the ground breaking Def Comedy Jam on HBO, appeared in his own hit series, Martin, on FOX before starring as lead characters in a number of blockbuster movie hits including Boomerang, Bad Boys I and II, Life, Big Momma's House I and II, Wild Hogs and Back to Africa. A memorable face with an even more memorable act, Martin brings the house to tears with his dead-on impressions and bold humor. Experience his comic gold at the Events Center at Pala Casino. Get details and buy tickets at startickets.com.
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