Thursday, November 2, 2023

Standup Comedy Showcase

Featuring SAMI TAMIMI, WOODAYEE, ADDISON HALL, PATRICK LOGAN, BRYAN WILLIAMS, AND LUCY BONINO

COMEDY
Standup Comedy Showcase

Sami Tamimi headlines a raucous showcase featuring RVA's comic talents.

Sami Tamimi is an Iraqi standup comedian headlining this showcase for some of RVA's funniest people. Six comics perform their best bits on one of Richmond's most iconic stages. Experience the thrill of live stand-up in a splendid nightclub with great food, cocktails - and lovely non-alcoholic options. Sami went from starting his life out as a tobacco engineer to finding joy in making people laugh. He loves to talk about his experiences living with his host family, and all the shenanigans that come with moving to the US by yourself. He has performed all over Richmond and Washington DC.

Performing with Sami are:

WoodAyee from Virginia Beach Va, formerly resided in the RVA area, is known for his comedy skits, unique style of comedy, and independent movie credits. He’s been doing standup comedy for 5 years. He won January 2023 Clash of the Comics at VIrginia Beach FunnyBone and several online comedy competitions. WoodAyee brings laughter through his stories of relationships, life, and family.

Addison Hall is a comic based out of the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.He has gotten to work with Yannis Pappas, Matt Braunger, in a few theaters and dozens of showcases around Virginia. He finds humor in talking about being homes-schooled, having a dad who could beat up your dad and dealing with his blind mom.

Patrick Logan, Hopewell Virginia. Began performing stand up in Richmond in 2022. Enjoys making fun of himself, the struggles of dating, and his loved ones. Has worked at Sandman Comedy Club, featured on Don't Tell Comedy, and hosts a monthly showcase at Another Round of Comedy.

From Petersburg, VA, Bryan Williams isn't afraid to talk about taboo topics like mental health and suicide. Featured on many stages in Virginia including Sandman, Cozzy's, and the Vulcan Gas Company.

Lucy Bonino is a comic based out of Richmond, VA. She’s been featured at the Queen City Comedy Festival, Colorado Springs Comedy Festival and has opened for headliners like Dave Attell, Stavros Halkias, Jordan Jensen and Chris Gethard.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Be cool // OMP is the place for peace, love, support and kindness. Critique must be requested.

Listen // Be mindful of what other players are doing. Be mindful of dynamics. It's OK to not play - music needs silence, too.

Courage // The good stuff is beyond your comfort zone. Make mistakes. See rule #1.

8:00pm show8:00pm show

SHOW NOTES

Happy hour 4pm - 6pm

Fantastic cocktails and lovely food.

21+ only

General admission. Arrive early for the best seats.

LOCATION

3108 W Cary St
Richmond, VA 23221
804-918-5681