Where can Akronites go to see first-rate comedians perform in a club with a cool, upscale vibe and a convenient downtown location? The answer to that question is the new late-night comedy series "Cure for the BLUs," every Saturday night at 11:30 p.m. at BLU Jazz+ at the Musica Complex, 47 E. Market St. Willis Gordon and Eric Brewer are hosting shows that feature comics from … [Read more...]
Empire Comedy Night brings laughs, reveals growing local scene
There’s something funny going on at The Empire Concert Club and Bar…or perhaps I should say someone funny? Once a month, The Empire hosts a comedy night at 1305 E. Tallmadge Ave. As one comedian points out, this venue offers a comfortable mix of rock club and comedy club, placing audience members close enough to enjoy the contagiousness of their laughter. I had the … [Read more...]