My life in showbiz, week 9, plus must-see comedy in Marin next Thursday night...

Dear Friends,

Continuing the world view of a gay, religious Jew who didn't get the "show tune gene" because he was in the next room at the Joan Jett concert...

I will be doing open mic at the Petri Dish at SF Comedy College this Saturday, October 28. Show begins at 6 pm and runs till 8:30. No telling when I might go on so try to arrive on time, not only to see me but to see some really, really, really funny people that I get to share a stage with each week. Leave the kids at home, and don't expect political correctness - not even from me!

Petri Dish show is $5, well worth the price of admission. If you laugh once per minute, although I guarantee that you will laugh more often than that, that breaks it down to about .03 per laugh. Best bargain in town! If you do not carry $$ on Shabbat, just let me know in advance that you are coming. I will leave your name at the door and you can send money during the week. In addition, SF Comedy College happily accepts donations. www.sfcomedycollege.com

SF Comedy College is located at 414 Mason Street, 7th Floor, between Geary and Post.

Also, my friend Debbie Campo is running a Comedy Showcase at Sam's in Tiburon starting next Thursday, November 2, with some really top-notch pros - here is info from Deb herself -


Hey Everybody!
 
I'm so happy to announce that the Comedy Slam at Sam's Cafeis starting back up again next Thursday, November 2nd at 8pm.
Sam's is located in downtown Tiburon, 21 Main St.
Although there is no cover charge or drink minimum, reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (415) 435-4527
 
Every Thursday night at 8pm we'll be bringing you the best comedians from the Bay Area and beyond, pouring their funny out all over the stage.
Come for dinner, drinks or just the laughs!
 
Kicking off the season will be:
 
DEBBIE CAMPO - Your Humble Host
 
ALI MAFI - At only 20, Ali is part of the new blood in San Francisco.  He has opened for Monique at the SJ Improv,
performed to more than 1,000 people at the Palace of Fine Arts with the Axis of Evil Tour and is a regular at the SF Punchline and Cobbs Comedy Club.  Described as a laugh riot, bring tissues and leave the kiddies at home!
www.alimafi.com
 
SHASTA PHILLIPS - Born a hippy love child destined for stardom, Shasta is considered one of the best young comedic writers in California.  He has a unique perspective and his smart, well crafted rountine will keep the crowd rolling. 
www.shastaphillips.com
 
DAVID VAN AVERMAETE - Winner of the 2006 Rooster T. Feathers New Talent Competition and finalist in the 2005 San Jose Improv Battle of the Bay. 
David, a former CEO of a Fortune 500 company will keep you entertained with intelligent, edgy, contemporary, cynical material that ranges from the politics of the boardroom to the mysteries of diaper changing.  
www.dva4laughs.com
 
The Comedy Slam at Sam's is proudly co-produced by the San Francisco Comedy College, Northern California's premier comedy school.
www.sfcomedycollege.com
 
So bike, hike, jog, swim or sail on over to the best comedy show in Marin!
 
Deb



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Have a great week, a great Shabbat and a great weekend, and hope to see you soon!

Kenny A.