Dixon American Legion Post 208 presents its first Legion Live "Comedy Night" this Friday Night, March 9, with “Legion Laughin' Live” featuring Carla Clay, Reggie Steele, and special host Al Calani.
The special (open to the general public 18 and over) comedy night cover charge is set at only $10 so everyone come see three well known folks from the comedy circuit; be prepared to laugh. This is one of the forms of live entertainment people from this area have requested and a first for Dixon’s new Friday night live entertainment. The comedy show will last from 8 pm until about 9:30 with a full bar and food available from 6 pm until closing. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The following week, March 16, is the much anticipated “Karaoke with a band” or what is popularly known as an “open mike” night. This event will run from 8 pm until midnight and will feature the live “Kiss N Tell” band that invites anyone to come up and sing a song of their choice with their band.
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“This has been the biggest requested form of entertainment we’ve had,” According to Greg Coppes, American Legion Post 208 Commander. Coppes said, “An open mike night and a comedy night have been two of the things everyone asked for us to try to secure; so we have.”
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This Friday night Laughin' Legion Live presents Reggie Steele - Finalist for NBC's Stand-Up for Diversity Showcase. A native of Alabama Reggie Steele started his comedy career in the vibrant comedy club scene in San Francisco. He is considered a star on the rise in the local comedy club circuit. In 2007 Reggie was a finalist for NBC's Stand-Up for Diversity Showcase, he was also featured on the second season of Martin Lawrence Presents. In 2008 he traveled overseas to perform for the troops and taped Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen. He has worked with some of comedy’s brightest stars from Dave Chappelle, Ian Bagg, Arj Barker, Damon Wayans, Freddy Soto, Pablo Francisco, to Wanda Sykes and many more. He's funny, charismatic, and smart. His natural way of telling stories and unique outlook has made him a favorite to a wide variety of audiences. Ask Reggie and he'll say "he's just doing what he loves to do" and that's apparent every time he takes the stage.
Carla Clay - Native San Franciscan and has traveled all over the USA. She is a native San Franciscan and has spent the last several years making people laugh all over the country.
Since childhood, her quick wit has gotten her out of and into trouble. Ever since she can remember, she has been involved in the entertainment business. Carla's act is clean, has mass audience appeal and is just plain funny.
For additional information contact the Dixon American Legion Post 208 at 1305 N First Street, Dixon, CA 95620 (707) 678-6308 or Ted Hickman, 707-678-2203 or tedhick@gmail.com