Event Calendar
Upcoming Events
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THE OPERA SHOW
Glamour. Romance. Musical Fantasyland…THE OPERA SHOW presents beautiful music exquisitely performed in a spectacular and exuberant 21st century showcase.
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Hairspray
Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical-comedy phenomenon takes you back to 1962 Baltimore, as 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show.
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Soweto Gospel Choir
After an exciting debut at the Phillips Center in 2005 and a sold-out performance in 2006, the Soweto Gospel Choir returns to their “U.S. home” once again. The ensemble’s mix of tribal, traditional and popular African gospel makes for a moving, awe-inspiring and unforgettable evening for the entire family.
Phi Beta Sigma Presents World Famous Comedy Show
July 17, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Location: Phillips Center
Genre: Comedy
Phi Beta Sigma presents
World Famous Comedy Show
Friday, July 17, 7:30 p.m.
General Admission Seating
Tickets: $30 per person
Tickets go on sale at Thursday, June 25, noon at the Phillips Center Box Office and all Tickemaster outlets.
Featured Comedians:
Benji Brown
Mr. Benji Brown, the one man who is heating up the national comedy scene through his candid and comedic performances.
He is a witty, vivid, and hilarious comedian who is the next household name. So take a deep breath as you inhale his amusing characters, even his most popular “Kiki.” Benji delivers diversity in his stand up that allows you to feel as if you’re on an adventure. You have seen him on numerous appearances of BET’s Comic View; he is the host for Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and West Palm Beach Improvs and the star personality for Cox Radio WEDR 99 Jamz Morning Show in Miami. Benji is well known throughout the college circuit of comedy, national comedy clubs, in addition to working with a large list of headliners including: Chris Rock, Steve Harvey, Rickey Smiley, Monique and the list goes on.
Arvin Mtichell
Comedian Arvin Mitchell has hit the comedy scene running since his debut on BET’s Coming to the Stage in 2003. Mitchell’s runner-up status on the comedy reality show turned him into a household name with audiences both young and not so young. His clean comedic style along with his hilarious impression have made him a hit for the college circuit. As the former bartender and co-host of BET’s Club Comic View and host of Spring Bling 21 Questions, Comedian Arvin Mitchell has attracted fans in the U.S. and abroad. His television appearances have helped him become one of the hottest comedians on the college circuit. His comedic style appeals to both urban and mainstream audiences worldwide.
Deon Cole
Deon Cole is originally from the south side of Chicago. He is one of the most requested headlining comedians in the club and college circuit nation wide. He is also a successful actor, having appeared in MTV’s Short Circuitz as well as Barbershop 1 and 2. As a standup, he has been featured in Comedy Central’s Laffapalooza, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, BET’s Comic View, NBC’s Showtime at the Apollo, BBC’s The World Stands Up, and STARZ’ First Amendment Deon’s charismatic personality and original style make him one of the most popular performers in the comedy scene today.