Laugh Like You Mean It! December 17, 2011

Come lift your spirits with "Laugh Like You Mean It" producers Jason Mack & Paul Simmons, a lineup of the best pro and underground comics in the Bay Area, and our hilarious headliner:

REGGIE STEELE! (TV's "Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen" & "Martin Lawrence Presents," Regular at Cobbs, Punch Line, SJ Improv)

Featuring:
Purple Onion regulars LIZ STONE (hot yuppie lawyer) & NICK HANNA (hilarious impressionist and KSFS radio personality)
The smart, acerbic wit of producer/performer PAUL SIMMONS
And JASON MACK (prolific producer and creator of "Operation: Funny" Veterans benefit shows)

With special guest SHANTI CHARAN (Winner 2011 Rooster T Feathers New Talent Competition, Finalist SF International Comedy Competition)

About The Venue
The Purple Onion is San Francisco's most historic comedy club & has been a city landmark of comedy & culture since 1952. The intimate, 80-seat venue offers a full menu of delicious food & drink without comedy club prices & with NO 2-drink minimum!

About The Headliner
A native of Alabama, Reggie Steele started his comedy career in the vibrant city of San Francisco, where he is considered a star on the rise in the local comedy scene. In 2007 he was a finalist for NBC's "Stand-Up for Diversity" Showcase and he was featured on the second season of "Martin Lawrence Presents." In 2008 he traveled overseas to perform for the troops and taped "Comics Unleashed With Byronn Allen." He has worked with some of comedy's brightest stars from Dave Chappelle, Ian Bagg, Arj Barker, Damon Wayans, Pablo Francisco, 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.
www.ReggieSteele.com

Official Website: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2600742892