Brian Atkinson at the River City Saloon Comedy Night - West side in Grand Rapids.

Wednesday, July 17 at 9:00pm with lots of other funny people.

We've got comedy night here, right here at river city.
With a capital C and that rhymes with B and that that stands for Brian Atkinson!

Fantastic lineup!

River City Saloon
1152 Leonard St. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Brian Atkinson

He’s not a serial killer, but he played one on TV. Brian Atkinson is a comedian, an all-around nice guy, and a horrible person. His good-guy persona gives way to surprising twists to keep you laughing. While his voice might be the first thing you notice, his confidence, and engaging storytelling will keep you coming back. Brian is a 2023 World Series of Comedy Wildcard 1st Place Winner and has provided voices for PBS Kids while also appearing in a Lifetime Movie Network movie, as a serial killer, in the same studio, on the same day. Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. He has a hilarious professional touch that’s a perfect fit – without being offensive. Brian never uses profanity, discusses politics, or suggestive content. Brian Atkinson’s comedy is so funny, you won’t even notice he’s working clean. He’s more than a nightclub comedian trying to watch his language.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Brian Atkinson performs a guest set at Dr. Grins Comedy Club in Grand Rapids, MI on Saturday, July 13 at the 7:15pm show.

Special Guest - Brian Atkinson

Brian Atkinson is a comedian, and played a serial killer on TV, while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022 and 2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2024 Top 40 Comic, Funniest Person in Grand Rapids contest Audience Favorite, and Finalist in the Kingpin of Comedy. .

Steve Iott

Steve Iott is a very funny man who lives in Michigan. In addition to being a professional comedian, he writes an award-winning column posted on the Internet. He also lies frequently about receiving awards for his writing. Steve Iott is an embattled veteran comic who has seen it all, and has plenty to say about it. He does comedy without the aid of props, mirrors, or sleight-of-hand camera tricks. Known as a master of improvisation, Steve takes the audience along as he spins his bizarre tales of ridiculous life experiences. No topic is safe, and no two shows are ever the same.
Dr. Grins Tickets

Dr. Grins Comedy Club

Dr. Grins Comedy Club is one of West Michigan's premier entertainment venues. When it comes to comedy, there is no equal in Grand Rapids. Dr. Grins has been featuring nationally acclaimed stand-up comedians and special comedic theatre since 1997. The enormous diversity of comedians who perform at Grins assures that no two nights will ever be the same. Some of the heavy hitters to perform at Dr. Grins Comedy Club include John Heffron, Doug Stanhope, Chelsea Handler, Greg Fitzsimmons, Bobcat Goldthwait, Steve-O, Roy Wood Jr., Big Jay Oakerson, Nikki Glaser, Kevin Nealon, Pauly Shore, Jessimae Peluso, Aries Spears and countless others. If you find yourself is in a rut, always remember that laughter is the best medicine!

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Brian Atkinson on Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project

Brian Atkinson performs at Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project. Comedy Outlet Mondays (COM) is a weekly variety show featuring improv, sketch, standup, and other experimental comedy acts, followed by a free improv jam. This staple for locals and visitors takes place at The Comedy Project on the Westside of Grand Rapids. Audiences can look forward to a stage full of talent, special events, and a free improv jam for all skill levels after the show.
Doors open at 6:30pm
Show begins at 7:00pm

Comedy Outlet - all of this for just $5!

Monday, July 8, 2024
7:00pm Show

The Comedy Project
540 Leonard Street NW
Suite B
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Comedy Outlet Mondays is also on Facebook.

Bring some Lincoln’s ($5) to get in and enjoy some Drink Specials!
Doors 6:30pm
Show 7:00pm
Jam 8:15pm

Brian Atkinson

He's not a serial killer, but he played one on TV. Brian Atkinson is a comedian, an all-around nice guy, and a horrible person. His good-guy persona gives way to surprising twists to keep you laughing. While his voice might be the first thing you notice, his confidence, and engaging storytelling will keep you coming back. Brian is a 2023 World Series of Comedy Wildcard 1st Place Winner and has provided voices for PBS Kids while also appearing in a Lifetime Movie Network movie, as a serial killer, in the same studio, on the same day. Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.Brian Atkinson is a comedian, an all-around nice guy, and a horrible person. His good-guy persona gives way to surprising twists to keep you laughing. While his voice might be the first thing you notice, his confidence, and engaging storytelling will keep you coming back. Brian is a 2023 World Series of Comedy Wildcard 1st Place Winner and has provided voices for PBS Kids while also appearing in a Lifetime Movie Network movie, as a serial killer, in the same studio, on the same day. Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. He has a hilarious professional touch that’s a perfect fit – without being offensive. Brian never uses profanity, discusses politics, or suggestive content. Brian Atkinson’s comedy is so funny, you won’t even notice he’s working clean. He’s more than a nightclub comedian trying to watch his language.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Brian Atkinson at the River City Saloon Comedy Night - West side in Grand Rapids.

Wednesday, June 26 at 9:00pm with lots of other funny people.

We've got comedy night here, right here at river city.
With a capital C and that rhymes with B and that that stands for Brian Atkinson!

Fantastic lineup!

River City Saloon
1152 Leonard St. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Brian Atkinson

He’s not a serial killer, but he played one on TV. Brian Atkinson is a comedian, an all-around nice guy, and a horrible person. His good-guy persona gives way to surprising twists to keep you laughing. While his voice might be the first thing you notice, his confidence, and engaging storytelling will keep you coming back. Brian is a 2023 World Series of Comedy Wildcard 1st Place Winner and has provided voices for PBS Kids while also appearing in a Lifetime Movie Network movie, as a serial killer, in the same studio, on the same day. Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. He has a hilarious professional touch that’s a perfect fit – without being offensive. Brian never uses profanity, discusses politics, or suggestive content. Brian Atkinson’s comedy is so funny, you won’t even notice he’s working clean. He’s more than a nightclub comedian trying to watch his language.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Brian Atkinson performs at The Fountain City Amphitheater in Bryan, Ohio - with Adam Minnick and Angela Verges on Saturday, June 8.

Brian Atkinson

Brian Atkinson is a comedian, and played a serial killer on TV, while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022 and 2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2024 Top 40 Comic, Funniest Person in Grand Rapids contest Audience Favorite, and Finalist in the Kingpin of Comedy.

Adam Minnick - Headlining

Adam Minnick is a comedian, writer, and producer. He has worked at comedy clubs across US cities, such as the Improv Comedy Club in Chicago, the Punch Line Philly in Philadelphia, and Harvey’s Comedy Club in Portland, Oregon as well as abroad in Dublin, Perth and Stockholm. Along with clubs domestically and internationally, Adam has performed at colleges and Universities such as Holy Cross College in Notre Dame, IN and Findlay University in Findlay, Ohio.

Adam combines his act of observational humor with stories of traveling, teaching, appearances, sports, family and his wife to deliver a clean and intelligent act that entertains and engages audiences of all ages. Adam’s unique view on life is due in no small part to having spent much of his youth in the small town of Napoleon, Ohio and Perth, Australia and traveling everywhere in-between.

In addition to working clubs nationwide and appearing at comedy festivals like Gilda’s Laughfest, Flagship City Comedy Fest, and the Cincinnati Brew Ha-Ha, Adam has become a published Children’s Author with his first book, “The Adventures of My Crazy Uncle Adam”, which has sold domestically and internationally.

Adam has also been heard on 700 WLW, heard and seen on Talk Is Cheap with Rhonda Corey and featured in the nationally distributed magazine “ECLECTIC MAGAZINE” and the book “200 COMEDY WRITERS AND STANDUPS WALK INTO A BOOK”. He is also the warm-up act for The Huckabee Show and his Dry Bar Comedy special “Low Pay and Disrespect” was released in the spring of 2022, 3 months following its release, it was ranked #2 among the Top 10 Most Watched Dry Bar Comedy specials.

Angela Verges

Angela Verges is a comedian and offers entertainment for companies, churches, and anyone who wants to build a better world through laughter. Angela is high energy and views life situations uniquely through steamed eye-glasses due to hot flashes.

Fountain City Amphitheater

The Fountain City Amphitheater is committed to providing quality experiences to improve the community’s quality of life. The Fountain City Amphitheater believes in strong partnerships with local businesses. Together, we can achieve our goal of providing free events to all, while also offering optimal advertising opportunities.

526 Ave B
Bryan, OH 43506

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings
Booking a comedy show like this one with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Brian Atkinson performs in the Sunday Night Funnies Kingpin of Comedy Contest on Sunday, May 19 at 8:30pm - Woody's Press Box in the Spectrum Entertainment Complex. The top three vote-getters each week move on to the next round!

Brian Atkinson

Brian Atkinson is a comedian, and played a serial killer on TV, while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022 and 2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2024 Top 40 Comic, Funniest Person in Grand Rapids contest Audience Favorite, and Finalist in the Kingpin of Comedy.

Kingpin of Comedy

The Sunday Night Funnies is at the Spectrum Entertainment Complex with another Kingpin of Comedy contest.

Please arrive early, the first 75 seated audience members receive ballots to vote for the three they want to move on. Doors at 7:30PM, show starts at 8:30PM.
5656 Clyde Park Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later. Read reviews.
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Brian Atkinson Performs in the World Series of Comedy, Thursday May 9, 7:30pm at Summit City Comedy Club in Fort Wayne, IN.

Brian Atkinson

Brian Atkinson is a comedian and played a serial killer on TV, while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022 and 2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2024 Top 40 Comic, Funniest Person in Grand Rapids contest Audience Favorite, and Finalist in the Kingpin of Comedy.

Show Time

Official Start Time is 7:00pm on Thursday, May 9

• The WSOC sent me a 7:30pm start time.
• The club website shows 7:00pm.
• The streaming site shows 8:00pm.

It's gotta be somewhere in there.

Tickets and Streaming

Tickets!
Do you have a ticket code? (Yes) enter code GIVE.
Did someone refer you to buy tickets? (Yes) choose Brian Atkinson in the list (I get $3 per ticket).
Thursday May 9 - enter the number of tickets you want to buy.
Official Start Time is 7:00pm on Thursday, May 9 but parts of the site show 8pm.
Fill out the rest of the form and buy those tickets!

Streaming
"The World Series of Comedy Live Stream from Summit City Comedy Club in Fort Wayne, Indiana!"
Official Start Time is 7:00pm on Thursday, May 9 but the site shows 8:00pm Eastern Time.

Live Stream
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Choose me Brian Atkinson from the pull-down list.
Select the show: Thursday, May 9 7:00 pm (it may show 8pm)
Fill out the form and complete your donation using PayPal.
You don't need a PayPal account - it's just the credit card processor.
(I get 20% of donations when you choose me).

Vote for me!

Once you've got your streaming ticket, sign up for the FREE Audience ZippyVote account.

Sign up or login if you already have an account. Be sure to create a login in advance. Then, login before the show starts.

These are the instructions from The World Series of Comedy.

Before the show starts, login at ZippyVote.com.
Under "Today I am using ZippyVote for," select the following options from the drop down boxes:

• First dropdown: "To Vote for a Live Contest"
• State: Indiana
• City: Fort Wayne
• Location: Summit City Comedy Club
• Time: 7:00pm ET (or 8pm)
• Name of Show: Thursday Show 1 (or something like that)

Watch the entire show and vote for all performers (or your vote won't count)

Thanks for watching and voting!

Summit City Comedy Club

A-List Comedy Club located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Summit City Comedy Club
5535 St Joe Rd, Fort Wayne IN 46835

World Series of Comedy

The World Series of Comedy was first held in Pittsburgh, PA, in 2003 at a local comedy club. Today, the World Series of Comedy is a stand-up comedy event for comedians of all levels. It starts with weeklong live satellite contests all around the U.S. and Canada, culminating in a comedy festival we call The Main Event, in September. The festival includes 101 qualifying comedians competing in The Main Event, as well as an entire week of comedy seminars and social and networking events for comics, comedy club managers and bookers from the U.S. and Canada.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian..

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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