Jo Koy
March 29, UHall, 7pm
With his catchy phrase, “I Love Orange Chicken,” Jo Koy continues to embark on a comedy career that transcends his goals. Recently named as one of the “10 comics to watch” of 2007 by Daily Variety, comedian Jo Koy continues to raise his fame and stature in the comedy and entertainment world. His dynamic energy on stage yet charismatic and approachable persona off it has fans hailing him as “a comic for the people.” While on stage, he mixes a lively physical presence with full energy, sharp observational humor, and inspirational-family-based laughs. His unique energetic stand up comedy performance is a big hit with fans of all ages and racial backgrounds. In 2005, Jo Koy received his highest honor after his performance on Jay Leno’s Tonight Show. That night, Koy became one of only a select few ever to receive a standing ovation in the history of the show. In 2006, Koy was part of Carlos Mencia’s “Punisher Tour” performing stand-up comedy in front of fans filling 10,000-seat arenas across the country. He also has performed on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show, and Last Call with Carson Daly.
Sean O'Connor
April 12, UHall, 7pm
If one were to conduct a Google image search using the name "Sean O’Connor", one might notice that the first result is the album cover for Sinead O’Connor’s hit album Sean-Nos Nua and one might feel a bit nauseous. Unlike Sinead (no relation), Sean O’Connor does the opposite of ipecac....instead of queasy quiver-faces, he brings the laughs and the smiles. Among the NY Post’s "Top 20 Entertainers to Look Out For" (he’s right behind you), Sean has performed on stages all over New York City and in numerous other places in the country just for laughs, and as a part of the Stillborn in the USA tour. Also a regular at putting smiles on the innocent and stupid faces of children, Sean was featured on an episode of PRI’s This American Life. Obviously called "lovable" and "charming" by his friends before they start to hate him, Sean is currently hosting shows from time to time and can be seen at various colleges, comedy clubs, sliding down rainbows, and napping on cumulus clouds.
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Contact Sydney Steininger at ssteininger@mail.bradley.edu or Kyle McEvilly at kmcevilly@bradley.edu