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Behind The Vape Cloud: Comedian Aristotle Georgeson takes his viral online persona Blake Webber from Instagram to the stage
Written by Eric Mitts | Monday, 26 August 2019 12:39 |Enter the world of Blake Webber.
Seemingly born on the Internet just over five years ago, the self-proclaimed “vape god” emerged out of a cloud of smoke on Instagram. Then known as Blake Vapes, his early posts included a “documentary” where he boasts about his vaping skills and lifestyle, frequently blowing plumes from his e-cigarette while espousing his equally lofty mantras in a voice somewhere between South Park’s Eric Cartman and your average frat bro.
Neverending Laughs: The Comedy Project is bringing a fresh comedy experience
Written by Kayla Sosa | Thursday, 21 February 2019 14:46 |A brand new comedy venue is opening its doors this month to showcase some of the best talent in Grand Rapids, as well as provide education to up-and-coming comics and performers.
Here and Back Again: No stranger to the Midwest, rising New York comedian Janelle James makes GR debut
Written by Eric Mitts | Tuesday, 29 January 2019 13:30 |Stand-up comic Janelle James credits one thing above all else for the start of her comedy career: classic Midwestern boredom.
Homecoming Humor: Michigan native Larry Joe Campbell brings night of stand-up and improv to Muskegon
Written by Eric Mitts | Thursday, 27 December 2018 12:15 |Born in Pontiac and raised in Cadillac, actor/comedian Larry Joe Campbell knows a thing or three about Michigan winters.
Original Prankster: Former MTV star Tom Green continues to push comedic boundaries onstage and onscreen
Written by Eric Mitts | Tuesday, 27 November 2018 12:40 |Few comedians have experienced the staggering highs and crushing lows that Tom Green has in his near 30-year career. A roller coaster ride filled with A-list celebrities, outrageous stunts and a brush with a fatal disease — his life has had it all.
One Weird Workaholic: Actor/comedian Adam Devine turns tragedy into triumph
Written by Eric Mitts | Monday, 29 October 2018 16:05 |Best known as the star and co-creator of the hit Comedy Central series Workaholics, actor/comedian Adam Devine has personally embodied the show’s title with his busy career since the slacker cult classic ended its run last year after seven seasons.
Stepping Up: With a hit Netflix special and sold-out arena shows, Jo Koy has done it all on his own terms
Written by Eric Mitts | Wednesday, 29 August 2018 12:41 |Jo Koy is far from the norm when it comes to the comedy world.
Unplanned: How a local comedy troupe is planting roots in Grand Rapids
Written by Kayla Sosa | Sunday, 29 July 2018 22:32 |In 2015, Dog Story Theater’s Comedy Outlet Monday brought together a group of four funny guys who might not have crossed paths otherwise.
Girl on Fire: Roast-ess with the most-est Nikki Glaser ready to bring the heat
Written by Eric Mitts | Sunday, 29 July 2018 22:16 |If comedian Nikki Glaser could host a roast for anyone, she’d pick Taylor Swift.
Heating Up Fast: Teen comedian becomes Funniest Person in Grand Rapids before high-school diploma
Written by Eric Mitts | Thursday, 24 May 2018 14:33 |At only 18, comedian Dalton Clifford has already made a name for himself.
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