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EyeBuyDirect Announces Collaboration with Queer Eye’s Tan France – Fans Will ‘Style the Stylist’ for Chance to Win $500 in Fabulous Eyewear

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Global eyewear retailer EyeBuyDirect is teaming up with Tan France in a campaign to let his followers style him. Fans will get to turn the tables on the style guru when they vote on which glasses look best on him. France, who is best known for his role on the Emmy-award-winning series "Queer Eye," has of late found even more followers with the release of his book "Naturally Tan," a personal memoir which chronicles what it was like to grow up gay in a traditional South Asian family and a mostly white South Yorkshire, England.

"We are excited and honored to work with Mr. France," said Sunny Jiang, Chief Executive Officer of EyeBuyDirect. "His enthusiasm and goal of making fashion accessible and inclusive aligns beautifully with our mission of Fashionable Eyewear for Everyone."

Just in time to close out the 50th Anniversary of Pride Month, @tanfrance will post his eyewear options via Instagram on June 23, and invite followers to vote on the style they like best on him. One follower will win $500 in free eyewear from EyeBuyDirect. The winning frame, and the winning follower, will be announced on June 30.

Here's an exclusive sneak peek:
* Prism in Translucent - https://www.eyebuydirect.com/eyeglasses/frames/prism-translucent-m-15897
* Moxie in Golden - https://www.eyebuydirect.com/eyeglasses/frames/moxie-golden-l-20189
* Anywhere in Tortoise - https://www.eyebuydirect.com/eyeglasses/frames/anywhere-tortoise-m-19061

About EyeBuyDirect:

Part of the EssilorLuxottica Corporation, the largest manufacturer of lenses in the world, EyeBuyDirect is a one-stop online optical shop for trend-forward men's and women's eyeglasses and sunglasses. The brand champions bold style so customers can see the world in a whole new way and change how the world sees them. To provide customers with over 1,000 affordable stylish frames, EyeBuyDirect conducts the entire process from concept to design and manufacturing. offering fashionable prescription glasses starting at just $6.

Learn more at: https://www.eyebuydirect.com/

Vision For Life:

For every pair of glasses sold, EyeBuyDirect donates a pair of glasses to someone in need of vision correction. EssilorLuxottica scores a 96 out of 100 for corporate social responsibility and sustainability (CSRHub.com).

Twitter: #EBDfamily #tanfrance #eyebuydirect

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Caption: Fans of Queer Eye's Tan France will "Style the Stylist" for a chance to win $500 in eyewear from EyeBuyDirect.

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Caption: Tan France featured in EyeBuyDirect frames in "Prism" (Translucent), "Moxie" (Golden), and "Anywhere" (Tortoise).

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Global eyewear retailer EyeBuyDirect is teaming up with Tan France in a campaign to let his followers style him. Fans will get to turn the tables on the style guru when they vote on which glasses look best on him. France, who is best known for his role on the Emmy-award-winning series "Queer Eye," has of late found even more followers with the release of his book "Naturally Tan."

Related link: https://www.eyebuydirect.com/

‘Melania: The Cyberwoman’ – The First Sketch Show inspired by the First Lady

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Dominican born actress Liz Thomas, is the first woman to write and star in a Sketch Show inspired by the First Lady Melania Trump. The Show is called "Melania: The Cyberwoman."

It tells the story of Melania Knauss, who after suffering a car accident at 15 years old, was taken by The Russian Government and given a new brain. Today she's suffering malfunctions that can jeopardize her mission. What could go wrong?

The Show is directed by Kim Parker. Other cast members are Seneca Lawrence and Zack Gafin.

The performance will be Sunday, June 30, 2019 at 8 p.m. at The Pit Striker, located at 123 East 24th St. New York, NY 10010.

For more information you can follow the Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/melaniathecyberwoman/

For tickets, visit: https://thepit-nyc.com/events/melania-the-cyberwoman/

Learn more about Liz Thomas at:
Website: http://lizthomasactress.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lizthomasactress/
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lizthomasc

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*Photo caption: Actress Liz Thomas.

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La actriz dominicana Liz Thomas, oriunda de la Ciudad de Sabaneta, Santiago Rodriguez, sera la primera persona en interpretar en un "Sketch Show" o Obra de Comedia a la Primera Dama de los Estados Unidos Melania Trump. El Show llamado Melania: La Cyberwoman, trata sobre la historia de Melania Knauss, quien a sus 15 anos sufre un terrible accidente de auto, donde debido a su gravedad el Gobierno Ruso decide tomarla y transplantarle un cerebro nuevo. Hoy en día su cerebro no esta funcionando adecuadamente y no se sabe que va a pasar con su mision.

Aparte de interpretar a la Primera Dama, Liz ha sido la escritora y productora de este show. Este sera dirigido por Kim Parker y también contara con las actuaciones de Seneca Lawrence y Zack Gafin. El show se presentara este domingo 30 de Junio a las 8:00 PM en el Teatro The Pit Striker, localizado en el 123 East 24th St. New York, NY 10010. Para mayor informacion pueden seguir el instagram del show @melaniathecyberwoman

Para tickets: https://thepit-nyc.com/events/melania-the-cyberwoman/

The Dominican born actress Liz Thomas, is the first woman to write and star in a Sketch Show inspired by the First Lady Melania Trump. The Show is called "Melania: The Cyberwoman." The Show is directed by Kim Parker. Other cast members are Seneca Lawrence and Zack Gafin.

Related link: http://lizthomasactress.com/

800Casting Introduces a Quick and Easy Fix to All Casting Problems – Cast Assist

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- 800Casting (https://800casting.com) Company is always vigilant about finding ways to serve and has secured its place in the entertainment industry as the number one innovator of casting software which continues to expand and develop exciting new services for filmmakers, casting directors, and talent representatives.

Today, the company is introducing a completely FREE new service called Cast Assist(TM) which helps all casting directors and filmmakers simplify and enhance their work process by selecting the right cast.

An important part of a film production includes having to cast the right talent for the role. But how do you know when you are casting the right person for the part? Using Cast Assist(TM) service will enable you to increase your chances of selecting a suitable talent for the project.

Donald DiPrima, co-founder of 800casting, says, "Working with Cast Assist is a piece of cake, user doesn't have to learn any software or fill out long forms; users simply have to email their breakdown and details to auditions@800casting.com and a complete package, which movie producers and casting directors can review, will be created for them."

Your time and energy is everything. With the number of people having access to the public breakdown lists, you can be sure that the casting will have hundreds (if not thousands) of submissions minutes after the job is published, which always results in an excessive amount of unqualified talent submissions which can hinder the selection process.

In an interview, Akash Kava, a software architect behind the creation of Cast Assist(TM) said, "Cast Assist is designed to combat the unqualified submission problem. Our team of trained casting assistants works closely with your production staff to eliminate unqualified submissions, request self-taped remote auditions from those who are qualified and present the qualified talent for your review. You can choose how many auditions you would like to receive, and every rejected audition is stored in a dismissed folder for immediate recall".

The casting process can be frustrating and monotonous. Which can force you to make the rookie producing mistake of rushing through the casting process.

When you settle with a cast you are not satisfied with, it could lead to some major problems on the set later when it's too late and too expensive to recast.

Producers, directors, network and studio executives, agents, photographers, production companies, advertising agencies, modelling agencies, etc. will benefit a lot from this new service Cast Assist(TM) which breathes life into projects by making life easy and helps to choose the perfect cast for a film, TV show, play, or other production.

Cast Assist(TM) is the only casting service that offers a free service which streamlines the casting submission process to save you time, energy and money with a fully integrated talent casting solutions thereby eliminating an unqualified candidate.

800Casting urges all casting directors, producers, talent agencies and all industry professionals to take advantage of this never before service Cast Assist(TM) free of charge.

There is no doubt that until today 800Casting in the entertainment industry has always remained at the forefront and continues to help clients receive, review, and manage audition notices and submissions.

There is absolutely no restriction regarding the number of submissions that clients should receive for review, which makes Cast Assist(TM) more outstanding and worthy of its praise.

800Casting maintains the entertainment industry's leading integrated talent database and casting software. This software narrows submissions by specific criteria such as performance skills and physical attributes, add promising candidates to a personalized list while searching talent and exporting submittals for easier casting outreach and management, all in one central dashboard through the website https://800casting.com.

If you are currently considering working with 800Casting to start utilizing the Cast Assist(TM) feature or other talent-related services, feel free to get in touch anytime. Their multilingual and adept staff is available for any questions you might have.

For more information about Cast Assist(TM), go to https://800casting.com and register for FREE to create a unique username and password.
Once you have created your free account, you will be able to manage all of your registered talents from one single dashboard, receive notices, responses and submit all from one account.

"CAST ASSIST(TM): Virtual Assistant for all your Casting needs."

Social profile information:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/800casting/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/800casting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/800casting/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/800casting/

To know more please contact:
Company Name: 800Casting
Contact Person: Donald DiPrima & Akash Kava
Email: auditions@800casting.com
Country: United States
Phone: +1-701-401-0836
Website: https://800casting.com

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/IJVuL-rmfXc

800Casting Company is always vigilant about finding ways to serve and has secured its place in the entertainment industry as the number one innovator of casting software. Today, the company is introducing a completely FREE new service called Cast Assist which helps all casting directors and filmmakers simplify and enhance their work process.

Related link: https://800casting.com

Celebrity Travel Mishaps: Even Music and Movie Stars Can Benefit from Travel Insurance

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Scrolling through the Instagram feeds of famous celebrities might lead to the belief that stars never experience the same travel mishaps that ordinary travelers do. According to TravelInsurance.com, we have more in common with famous jet-setters than we realize, in that celebrities face the same travel troubles that can derail anyone's vacation.

Over the years, unavoidable travel disruptions have affected some of the world's most famous individuals, all of whom could have benefited from a travel insurance plan.

"While celebrities add prestige to an industry where glamour has declined over time, no amount of designer luggage or first-class tickets can prevent common travel woes," said Stan Sandberg, co-founder of TravelInsurance.com. "No matter how much you spend on travel, a travel insurance plan can protect your investment and is generally affordable, whether insuring yourself or an entourage of 10."

Flight Delays

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's international flight was forced to turn around and head home after four hours in the air, not even halfway to their destination. Bella Thorne's plane ran into a fence. Luke Evans got delayed by snow and was stuck in the airport for six hours.

Flight delays can lead to missed connections, missed pre-paid activities, and added costs while travelers await departure. A travel insurance plan, however, can kick in and cover any unexpected expenses incurred due to a covered delay. While some celebrities may have a personal chef in tow or a crash pad available in every city, the rest of us can benefit from having incidentals costs from food to hotel stays paid for in the event of a delay.

Lost Luggage

Celebrities like Liev Schreiber and Matt Damon have talked about their experiences with the lost baggage blues - the "Jason Bourne" star had to borrow a suit for his appearance at the World Economic Forum at Davos when his airline couldn't find his suitcase. And who can forget the unfortunate time when the official airline of the PGA accidently lost some golf clubs - before the big event?

Most travel insurance plans include baggage coverage in the event that personal belongings are lost, stolen or damaged, even for those flying with hand-me-down luggage. Coverage limits in travel insurance plans are typically higher than the coverage limits set by the airlines, however most travel insurance plans have a maximum per article limit which can range from $250 to $1,000 per item.

While this may not be enough for celebrities, who might travel with a single outfit worth that amount, most plans offer an optional upgrade to provide additional coverage for the types of items more likely to be packed by those without a verified Twitter account.

Medical Care

Demi Lovato hurt her ankle in Bali. Nina Dobrev spent one of her holidays in the hospital. And George Clooney crashed his scooter in Italy.

While it's true that the chances of being injured when filming a movie around Lake Como are low for most, it isn't hard to imagine getting sick or injured during an upcoming vacation. Travel health insurance provides coverage for unexpected illness or injury while away from home. While it may be more likely to contract the flu than fall off a performance stage, ensuring proper care while traveling that doesn't break the bank is just as important.

"While some trips are run-of-the-mill weekend getaways, others - like milestone family vacations - require years of saving and planning," continued Sandberg. "Traveling for most people is very different from the glitz and glamour portrayed on the Instagram feeds of our favorite celebrities.

"Things can go wrong, flights can be delayed, luggage can get lost, family members can get sick. Protecting a trip investment if something happens is simply a smart idea. Not only can a travel insurance plan offer financial peace of mind, it can also have your back during medical emergencies."

For more information on travel insurance and travel tips, visit: https://www.TravelInsurance.com.

Scrolling through the Instagram feeds of famous celebrities might lead to the belief that stars never experience the same travel mishaps that ordinary travelers do. According to Travelinsurance.com, we have more in common with famous jet-setters than we realize, in that celebrities face the same travel troubles that can derail anyone's vacation.

Related link: https://www.travelinsurance.com/

Stuttering Comedian and Author to Headline Punch Line Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stuttering stand-up comic Nina G will have the top spot at the Invisible Disabilities Comedy Show at the Sacramento Punch Line on Sunday, January 27 2019! Author of the forthcoming book "Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen," Nina's comedy is funny, revealing, unapologetic, and always a window to her experience as a person who stutters. Through humor, Nina G is challenging now people think of stuttering.

Nina's brand of comedy highlights that the problem with disabilities is not the people with them, but a society that isn't inclusive. Nina thinks the recent trend of online stories featuring "clever" ways people "cured" their stuttering may be sending the wrong message to those who are non-stuttering speakers, offers. Nina adds, "Focusing on changing us instead of living our lives gives the wrong message to the public." Always one to model in herself what she expects from others, her humor is accessible to all who are ready for a good laugh!

Nina G Bio:

When Nina G started comedy nearly eight years ago, she was the only woman who stuttered in the world doing stand-up. Undaunted after battling a lifetime of stigma, Nina pursued her dream.
Nina G is a comedian, professional speaker, writer and educator. She brings her humor to help people confront and understand Disability culture, access, and empowerment.

Book Information:

Nina G's latest book, "Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen" is a memoir, published by She Writes Press, will be released August 6, 2019.

Nina tells the story of her journey of how she became, at the time she started, America's only female stuttering stand-up comedian. On stage, Nina encounters the occasional heckler, but off stage she is often confronted with people's comments toward her stuttering. Listeners completing her sentences, inquiring "did you forget your name?" and giving unwanted advice like "slow down and breathe" are common. As if she never thought about slowing down and breathing in her over thirty years of stuttering! In "Stutterer Interrupted" Nina confronts these interruptions and so much more!

Learn more about the forthcoming book and Nina G at: https://www.stuttererinterrupted.com/ and https://www.ninagcomedian.com/. Follow on social at @Ninagcomedian.

What the show is about and the awareness that it brings:

Producers, Ali Ada and and Drew Kimzey each live with multiple disabilities that substantially limit their lives, yet you might never know it. They're both passionate about comedy but have significant obstacles that can prevent them from achieving their goals. The desire to turn their obstacles into strengths inspired the idea for this show.

Line-up includes:

Chey Bell, Jeanette Marin, Sureini Weerasekera, Anihca Cihla, Nicole Tran, Emily Pedersen and Kelley Nicole.

Host: Amber Whitford

Featuring: Coral Best

Headliner: Nina G.

About Coral Best:

In the 18 months since Coral got her start in comedy she has gathered a significant following with her shockingly real and relatable story telling. After going through a major medical crisis she took to stage with her natural, conversational humor and absurd comedy style and never looked back. Many of her jokes surround her new life post surgery as a young, broke, female adjusting to having an ostomy bag. She performs all over the Bay Area sharing her unabashed tales in major clubs such as the SF Punch Line and the San Jose Improv, bringing light to her not-dinner-table-appropriate disability (aka her poop bag.)

According to Coral: "Talking about my ostomy bag on stage not only helped me to accept my new body and situation but educated others on a struggle they knew nothing, to little, about. It's not just about making people laugh, it's about drawing them in to your life enough that they begin to invest in attempting to understand your experience, with your disability. It gives my comedy more purpose to know I'm doing my part to reach out to the audience and share that we are all going through some type of invisible struggle, and here I am being open and honest about mine in an attempt to bring us all closer together."

Invisible Disabilities Comedy Show:
Event information: http://www.punchlinesac.com/EventDetail?tmeventid=1C00558CC36D7EC3&offerid=95042

Show: Sunday, January 27, 2019
(18+ 2-drink minimum)
916-925-8500.

The Punch Line Sacramento
2100 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
Produced by Ali Ada and Drew Kimzey.

Stuttering stand-up comic Nina G will have the top spot at the Invisible Disabilities Comedy Show at the Sacramento Punch Line on Sunday, January 27 2019! Author of the forthcoming book "Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen," Nina's comedy is funny, revealing, unapologetic, and always a window to her experience as a person who stutters. Through humor, Nina G is challenging now people think of stuttering.

Related link: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/

Women’s Rights For Life – Iranian Women’s Movement For Freedom Of Choice

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- "I'm a woman ... living in the 21st century. My existence is not a crime, and it's not for trade. I have the right to choose, and my choice is freedom, liberty, and persistence," says Golsa Sarabi an international actress and a business entrepreneur. Being a woman means to have strength, to stand up, and to fight! To fight for freedom, for equality and for change. You are not alone ... I'm standing with you.

Learn about Golsa Sarabi at: https://golsasarabi.com/

In 539 B.C., the armies of Cyrus the Great (the first king of ancient Persia) conquered the city of Babylon. Cyrus the Great freed the slaves and declared that all people had the right to choose their own religion and established racial equality. These were recorded on a baked-clay cylinder in the Akkadian language with cuneiform script.

Today, the Cyrus Cylinder has been recognized as the world's first charter of human rights and is translated into all six official languages of the United Nations and its provisions parallel the first four Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

"But, unfortunately women in Iran have been repressed by the Iranian regime for the past 40 years, and despite the rich and strong history that this country and these people have, all the human rights have been taken away from people by the government!" says Sarabi.

"Now is the time that we see so many brave women standing up to fight for their freedom of choice and finding their true identities."

Learn about Sarabi on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6857774/

About Golsa Sarabi:

Golsa Sarabi is an international actress and a business entrepreneur. She was born in Tehran, Iran. She has lived in Iran, Sweden, Canada and currently lives in Los Angeles, CA. Golsa has a diverse experience in performing arts, which includes film, stage, producing and script writing. She played one of the lead roles in her most recent movie "Dreams I Never Had."

Golsa was the first winner of the "Young Acting Award" at the "Lee Strasberg institute" in Los Angeles, where she completed a two-year intensive method acting program. She won the Award at the "Queen of the Universe Pageant," motivated by the desire to empower women. She's been always passionate about human rights and subjects related to women's rights in Iran, and currently is working on her next acting projects, that are related to the same subjects.

Learn more about Golsa at: https://golsasarabi.com/

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/TIRfK9A_qCE

"I'm a woman ... living in the 21st century. My existence is not a crime, and it's not for trade. I have the right to choose, and my choice is freedom, liberty, and persistence," says Golsa Sarabi an international actress and a business entrepreneur. Being a woman means to have strength, to stand up, and to fight! To fight for freedom, for equality and for change. You are not alone ... I'm standing with you.

Related link: https://golsasarabi.com/

Comedian is Challenging How People Think About Stuttering

OAKLAND, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- What do you do when you are professionally funny for a living AND use your own experience as a person with disabilities to crush stigma and change attitudes? Well, for stuttering comedian Nina G, you take it on the road in a series of presentations that are both funny and profound. Much like Hannah Gadsby's breakout Netflix special "Nannette," Nina G blends her comedy "material" with her real life experiences for a unique tour you can see live!

Nina G connects with audiences from a variety of backgrounds across the nation, from comedy clubs to university conferences and within the pages of her books. Fall 2018 Nina G is taking her show nation-wide to celebrate Disability Awareness month in October. Be sure to catch her live or book her for your event!

DATES:
* Sept 16: San Francisco Comedy Day, Golden Gate Park-Robin Williams Meadow.
* Sept 28: All Out Comedy Theater, Oakland.
* Oct 6: Dyslexia Awareness and Education: Community Center at the Market Place, Tustin, Calif.
* Oct 11: Central Michigan University - Stutterer Interrupted.
* Oct 19: Pre-conference workshop for the California Association of Postsecondary Education and Disability: Learning Ramps-Teaching with Universal Design.
* Oct: 25: Disability Awareness Celebration: Mt. San Jacinto College.

October 22 is international stuttering awareness day:
To celebrate, Nina G is taking her message of acceptance and awareness on the road! She will be appearing in colleges and comedy shows all around the country talking about the experience of stuttering, having a learning disability, and learning to accept and overcome attitudes to educate people about her Disability experience.

Additional facts on stuttering:
* Stuttering impacts 1 percent of the adult population.
* 3 million Americans are Stutterers.
* 1 in 4 people who stutter are female.
* There's no known cure for stuttering.
* Many people who stutter still experience discrimination.

About Nina G:

Comedian - Nina G was the only woman who stuttered in the stand-up comedy world when she started eight years ago. Now there are a few other women who stutter venturing on stage to tell their stories and make people laugh.

She produced the Comedians with Disabilities Act, a national touring comedy show featuring exclusively comedians with disabilities. She also went on to produce the first compilation album to feature, as the album title suggests, "Disabled Comedy Only." Nina G's brand of comedy reflects the experiences of many with disabilities: the problem is not the people with disabilities but a society that isn't always accessible or inclusive.

Author - Nina G's first book, "Once Upon An Accommodation: A Book About Learning Disabilities," helps both children and adults understand how to advocate for needed school-related accommodations. The book is inspired from her own childhood experience of having learning disabilities, stuttering, and being denied accommodations in her own education.

For more information about "Once Upon an Accommodation" visit: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/the-book.

For more information on "Stutterer Interrupted: The Making of a Stuttering Stand Up Comedian" visit: https://www.stuttererinterrupted.com/.

Professional Speaker - Nina G tours the country as a conference keynote speaker. In addition to her Tedx Talk at San Jose State University she has presented at: the Montana Youth in Transition Conference, the Oregon Association on Higher Education and Disability, the Kansas Youth Leadership Forum, and various college campuses for Disability Acceptance Week/Disability Awareness Month including seminars on Universal Design in teaching and training.

For booking: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/ / Ninagbooking@gmail.com / 510-922-0179

*VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/pkNE6ZQ-l8w

What do you do when you are professionally funny for a living AND use your own experience as a person with disabilities to crush stigma and change attitudes? Well, for stuttering comedian Nina G, you take it on the road in a series of presentations that are both funny and profound.

Related link: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/

David Copperfield Performing Special Benefit Show for Kids of Courage

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kids of Courage, a medically-supervised travel program for seriously sick children and young adults, is currently in Las Vegas for their annual summer adventure. The unique non-for-profit program provides adaptive activities and events for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and serious disabilities. The current group consists of 120 medically-fragile campers from all over North America, accompanied by volunteer physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and caretaker counselors.

World-renowned illusionist David Copperfield, in partnership with the MGM Grand, is conducting a benefit performance, completely free of charge, for the visiting group on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 4 p.m. PDT at The David Copperfield Theater at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino.

Mr. Copperfield has a long history of supporting organizations that improve the lives of children and young adults with disabilities. The ground-breaking performer founded Project Magic, an innovative program that uses magic as a form of therapy for people with physical, psychological, and social disabilities.

Kids of Courage participants have a wide variety of serious illnesses and disabilities, including childhood cancers; muscular dystrophy; childhood strokes; pre- and post-heart, -liver, and -lung transplants; brain tumors; quadriplegia with ventilator dependence; spina bifida and cerebral palsy.

Many of the so-called "Couragers" are struggling with life-threatening situations. Participation in the program gives them unique skill sets for independence and leaves their parents at home to recover from the daily stresses of their care.

About Kids of Courage:

Kids of Courage, based in New York, is a true non-profit 501(c)(3). There is no charge to any participants or their families. Funds are used strictly for programming and caring for the children. The organization was created in 2008 when the co-founders saw a need for year-round trips and events, including adaptive programs such as skiing and water sports in weeklong travel adventures. Learn more at: https://www.kidsoc.org/.

Twitter: @KidsOfCourage @D_Copperfield #KidsofCourage #volunteerphysicians

Kids of Courage, a medically-supervised travel program for seriously sick children and young adults, is currently in Las Vegas for their annual summer adventure. The unique non-profit program provides adaptive activities and events for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and serious disabilities.

Related link: https://www.kidsoc.org/

Mike Shinoda (of Linkin Park) to Headline Monster Energy Outbreak Tour in North America This Fall

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- As announced today by Outbreak Presents and Live Nation, Mike Shinoda is set to headline the latest installment of the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, August 10 at 10 a.m. local time at mikeshinoda.com and outbreakpresents.com, with special pre-sales starting Tuesday, August 7 at 10 a.m. local time. The full itinerary can be found below.

Shinoda's North American tour follows a string of headline shows and festival appearances across Asia and Europe, including Reading & Leeds (UK), Summer Sonic (Japan), and Rock en Seine (France).

Citi(R) is the official pre-sale credit card of the Monster Energy Outbreak Presents: Mike Shinoda North America tour. As such, Citi(R) cardmembers will have access to purchase pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 12 noon local time until Thursday, August 9 at 10 p.m. local time through Citi's Private Pass(R) program. For complete pre-sale details visit https://www.citiprivatepass.com/.

In June, Shinoda released his raw and inspiring solo album, "Post Traumatic." The album received widespread critical acclaim and garnered a slew of positive reviews and profiles in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Complex, Time, Pitchfork, Forbes, GQ, People, Newsweek, Entertainment Weekly, LA Times, Spin, Noisey, Genius, and more. The album features genre-melding singles "Crossing a Line" and "Make It Up As I Go feat. K.Flay" along with a host of eclectic cameos from Blackbear, Machine Gun Kelly, Chino Moreno, and grandson.

Experience Mike Shinoda's riveting performance of "Crossing a Line" with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

The Monster Energy Outbreak Tour marks the first time Shinoda steps out on a full-scale North American solo tour.

As a special treat for fans, at each show Mike will be showcasing the art pieces he created while writing and recording Post Traumatic.

"Listening to a recorded song is not the same as experiencing that song live on stage," says Shinoda. "Similarly, seeing a painting in an album or book is not the same as seeing the original, in person. In sharing a live experience with you, my hope is to inspire questions, answers, and reflection-not only about my story, but about your own. The search for meaning is boundless, and art is often one of our best vehicles."

Echoing Shinoda's excitement, Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Founder Steve Glazer comments, "The Monster Energy Outbreak Tour is typically reserved for debut, emerging artists; and while Mike has obviously had a ton of success as a founding member of one of the biggest bands of all time, Mike Shinoda the solo artist is starting off completely fresh. We absolutely love his Post Traumatic material, and we're excited to bring his first solo tour all across North America this fall."

Tickets for the tour will be on-sale as follows:

Artist/Fan Club Presale: Tuesday, August 7 at 10 a.m. local
Citi Presale: Tuesday, August 7 at 12 noon local
Spotify Presale: Thursday, August 9 at 10 a.m. ET
Ticketmaster Presale: Thursday, August 9 at 10 a.m. local
Live Nation Presale: Thursday, August 9 at 10 a.m. local
All Presales end: Thursday, August 9 at 10 p.m. local
Public On Sale: Friday, August 10 at 10 a.m. local

DATES:
10/10 - MONTREAL, QC - MTELUS
10/11 - TORONTO, ON - REBEL
10/13 - NEW YORK, NY - THE ROOFTOP AT PIER 17
10/14 - PHILADELPHIA, PA - FILLMORE
10/15 - STROUDSBURG, PA - SHERMAN THEATER
10/17 - CHARLOTTE, NC - FILLMORE
10/19 - TAMPA, FL - THE RITZ YBOR
10/20 - ORLANDO, FL - HOUSE OF BLUES
10/21 - ATLANTA, GA - TABERNACLE
10/23 - RALEIGH, NC - RITZ
10/25 - NEW ORLEANS, LA - HOUSE OF BLUES
10/28 - DALLAS, TX - HOUSE OF BLUES
10/30 - LAS VEGAS, NV - HOUSE OF BLUES
11/2 - LOS ANGELES, CA - HOLLYWOOD PALLADIUM
11/5 - ANAHEIM, CA - HOUSE OF BLUES
11/6 - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - THE MASONIC
11/8 - SALT LAKE CITY, UT - THE DEPOT
11/9 - DENVER, CO - FILLMORE AUDITORIUM
11/11 - CHICAGO, IL - HOUSE OF BLUES
11/14 - BOSTON, MA - HOUSE OF BLUES
11/16 - DETROIT, MI - FILLMORE
11/17 - SILVER SPRING, MD - FILLMORE

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ABOUT MIKE SHINODA:
Mike Shinoda is a songwriter, performer, record producer, film composer and visual artist. He is best known as co-lead vocalist for multi-platinum Grammy-Award winning rock band, Linkin Park, which has sold over 55 million albums worldwide and commanded a massive fan following, holding the title as the most-liked band on Facebook and amassing over 5.5 billion YouTube views. Shinoda is a founding member of the group, which achieved the best-selling debut of this century with their Diamond-certified album, "Hybrid Theory," selling over 10 million copies in the US alone.

Collectively, they sold out stadiums around the globe and earned a multitude of accolades including 2 Grammy Awards, 5 American Music Awards, 4 MTV VMA Awards, 10 MTV Europe Music Awards, 3 World Music Awards, and most recently, "Rock Album of the Year" at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards for their seventh studio album, One More Light. In 2005, Shinoda launched his first solo project, Fort Minor, releasing The Rising Tied to critical acclaim, with the single "Where'd You Go," which reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and accumulated nearly 10 million YouTube views to date. In the months since the passing of Linkin Park vocalist Chester Bennington, Shinoda has immersed himself in art as a way of processing his grief.

The result is his critically acclaimed full-length solo album, "Post Traumatic," a transparent and intensely personal record that is accompanied by visuals that Shinoda filmed, painted and edited himself. The new album includes 16 tracks, including the three songs from the "Post Traumatic" EP, released earlier this year to an overwhelmingly positive response from The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, Billboard and more.

ABOUT OUTBREAK PRESENTS:
Launched in 2011, the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour is recognized as the ultimate influencer, pairing breakthrough talent with fan friendly ticket prices at premium venues, giving fans the opportunity to witness the stars of tomorrow, today. The Monster Energy Outbreak Tour is the largest national touring brand in the club & theater space, and currently consists of five annual music tours (Hip Hop, EDM, Rock, Country, College), one annual comedy tour, and the buzz-worthy Outbreak House at SXSW. Outbreak was created to provide a powerful platform for emerging talent to maximize their breakout moment. Notable alumni include Kendrick Lamar, Macklemore, The Chainsmokers, Carnage, Issues, Cole Swindell, and 21 Savage; to name a few. For more information about The Monster Energy Outbreak Tour visit: http://outbreakpresents.com/.

ABOUT MONSTER ENERGY:
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer and distributor of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock n' roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, artists, believers and fans.

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VIDEO (YouTube) - Brooding (Official Video) - Mike Shinoda: https://youtu.be/oky8duSez1k

As announced today by Outbreak Presents and Live Nation, Mike Shinoda is set to headline the latest installment of the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, August 10, 2018 at 10 a.m. local time, with special pre-sales starting Tuesday, August 7 at 10 a.m. local time.

Related link: https://www.mikeshinoda.com/

Stutterers Showcase Stand-Up Comedy Skills at National Stuttering Association Conference

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- As part of the 35th annual National Stuttering Association conference, a group of talented comedians will stand up for stuttering in "NSA Laughs!" Headlining the show is Nina G, an 8-year, stand-up comedy veteran and professional speaker. This stand-up comedy show is open to the public and is scheduled for Thursday, July 5 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Sheraton Grand Chicago.

Nina G is also the author of "Stutterer Interrupted: The Making of a Stuttering Stand-Up Comedian," (https://www.stuttererinterrupted.com/), which is scheduled to be released the summer of 2019.

Other comedians who are taking to the stage include: Tague Zachary, a seasoned pro who was most recently seen rocking out at the Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival with his solo show, "A Nerd and A Guitar;" Kinner Shah, a Los Angeles-based actor and comic who was featured on "First Nation's Comedy Experience" (FNX Network), "TOSH.0" (Comedy Central) and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" (FOX); and George Laday, an amateur comic who entertains for fun. He's a long-time conference goer and this year's host.

"I'm so excited to be part of this show," Nina says. "It's ideal to make people laugh while providing awareness - sharing wit and wisdom."

Admission to the show is $10 for conference goers and $15 for the general public.

About Nina G:

Nina G is an entertainer and educator. She first stepped onto the stage after she was inspired by her experience at NSA where she was challenged to change her relationship with stuttering.

When she isn't performing at comedy clubs like San Francisco's Punchline or the Laugh Factory, she's playing colleges or keynoting at conferences and training professionals. Nina is part of the comedy troupe, The Comedians with Disabilities Act, which brings laughter and awareness to audiences of all ages across the country.

Nina is also the author of a children's book, "Once Upon An Accommodation: A Book about Learning Disabilities," that helps children and adults advocate for their rights as a person with a disability. Nina's one person show, "Going beyond Inspirational," which debuted in 2015, is a comical exploration about growing up with learning and speech disabilities.

Learn more at: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/.

For more information about the National Stuttering Association, visit: https://westutter.org/.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NinaGComedian/

Watch a video clip here (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/fYcNOXT9adc

As part of the 35th annual National Stuttering Association conference, a group of talented comedians will stand up for stuttering in "NSA Laughs!" Headlining the show is Nina G, an 8-year, stand-up comedy veteran and professional speaker. This stand-up comedy show is open to the public and is scheduled for July 5 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago.

Related link: https://www.ninagcomedian.com/

Jailed Actor Steve Comisar Finally Gets His Freedom

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On April 27, 2018, actor and con man Steve Comisar returns to Hollywood to resume his acting career after finally finishing his federal prison sentence. Comisar says, "I'm counting on all the industry heavyweights to help me out. Especially the ones who did prison time themselves like Mark Wahlberg."

With the help of A-list actors, agents, directors and producers, Comisar will immediately begin taking on acting roles in motion pictures.

Jennifer Gray, Steve's publicist says, "Steve is going to make a comeback in a very big way. He will certainly be a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood. A lot of major players in this industry seem willing to help him."

Barry Freed, a retired ICM talent agent says, "Steve can do anything he sets his mind to. His brute determination is exactly what it takes to make it in this business. There is no way he won't succeed."

Comisar, 56, is from Beverly Hills, California, and has appeared in dozens of movies, television shows, and commercials. He is best known for being the only Hollywood actor who was also a famous con man. He commands millions of social media followers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Learn more about Steve at: http://www.stevecomisar.com/.

Social Links:
- https://www.facebook.com/SteveComisarFanPage
- https://twitter.com/SteveComisar
- https://www.instagram.com/SteveComisar/
- https://Youtube.com/user/stevec9689/

On April 27, 2018, actor and con man Steve Comisar returns to Hollywood to resume his acting career after finally finishing his federal prison sentence. Comisar says, "I'm counting on all the industry heavyweights to help me out. Especially the ones who did prison time themselves."

Related link: http://www.stevecomisar.com/

Uproar Entertainment Releases 3rd Stand-Up Comedy CD from Adam Hunter ‘Still Broke’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment announces the release of "Still Broke" by Adam Hunter. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. "Still Broke" is the third Stand-Up Comedy CD Uproar has produced by Adam Hunter.

A talented performer and writer, Hunter has performed all over the world. An integral part of the MMA Circuit; a recurring guest on ESPN's SportsNation; and multiple TV appearances have generated a fan base of more than 100,000 listeners/month.

About "Still Broke":

"Still Broke" has every kind of joke, from cheeky wordplay to raunchy overshares, referencing anything from Bill Cosby to enhancement pills. There are no sacred cows, no ceremony to stand on, no time to explain the humor and no effort to assess the damage. Adam employs the law of averages, or more aptly, the LOL of averages. His satirical chutzpah is framed by endurance. Adam Hunter is focused. After a joke, he's on to the next one (and the next one). There's pace and perseverance as Adam Hunter goes against the grain. "Still Broke" provides waves and waves of deviant debauchery.

Adam isn't afraid to voice brutally honest resentment towards his newfound marriage, roast his audiences' appearance, or embrace taboos. Adam uses stereotypes and sensitive topics as a launchpad for brash imagination. He invites the audience to respond to his problematic playfulness; there's refuge in that cathartic recklessness.

"I am so excited about dropping my new Album. This is the best thing I ever made - not including my daughter who drops in July," says Hunter.

"Adam's a smart aleck, certainly not for the faint of heart. But there's no denying the funny and the talent that created it! Eventually he will get you, by shock or by wit or by unflinching realness. It's only a matter of time," says David Drozen, President of Uproar.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Comedy discovers the Stand-Up Comedy Stars of tomorrow. Producing recordings live in comedy clubs, we make these talented comedians available for your enjoyment on every available digital and streaming platform. We brought you the very first comedy CD recordings by Brian Regan, Margaret Cho, Alonzo Bodden, and John Pinette, just to name a few! David Drozen, President of Uproar Comedy, discovered and produced the first 12 Richard Pryor comedy albums. Come inside the world of Uproar Comedy and discover the vast array of talent and laughs that await you - 'cause life is better when you're laughing!

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"Still Broke" is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/still-broke/1367153195

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/freakywomen

VIDEO (YouTube):
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Uproar Entertainment announces the release of "Still Broke" by comedian Adam Hunter. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., "Still Broke" is the third Stand-Up Comedy CD Uproar has produced by Adam Hunter. A talented performer and writer, Hunter has performed all over the world.

Related link: https://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

26-Year-Old David Busby Survives Gun Violence and Lands Debut Role on Bounce TV’s ‘Saints and Sinners’

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- When viewers watch young, upcoming actor David Busby in his debut recurring role on the third season of Bounce TV's sizzling series "Saints and Sinners," they are witnessing the passion of a young man who has had his own personal run-in with real life saints and sinners. Working alongside the show's veteran stars, including Vanessa Bell Calloway, Clifton Powell, and Keith Robinson most would never guess that twice in two years, the determined 26-year-old thespian almost lost his life to street gun violence.

The first time Busby was shot was July 10, 2016. He was at a local laundromat in Inglewood, Calif. when a gunman aimed on him close range firing seven shots and hitting him. Then again, on May 6, 2017, Busby's life was almost snatched for the second time. While in front of his grandparent's Inglewood home, a car pulled up just 15 feet away and opened fired on him with an assault rifle. With a total of 18 shots were fired, four bullets hit David's car and one pierced his head. These traumatizing ordeals would have pushed many into despondency and depression, but instead they fueled Busby to live his life to fullest.

The remarkable survivor is now racking up the kind of notable acting credits it takes many industry newcomers years to book! He has secured four episodes on the third season of "Saints and Sinners," portraying Profit, a villain who is the perfect menace to society. In addition, Busby has landed a coveted role in the upcoming original BET miniseries, "The Bobby Brown Story" slated for airing later this year. Busby will play Billy, the long-time friend of R&B icon Bobby Brown.

"David Busby is a remarkable talent," cites Christopher Young, talent agent at BYSB Talent Agency. "BYSB signed him immediately upon auditioning him. His unfortunate life experiences have propelled something magnetic in him. His determination to succeed is so palatable you can taste it."

An Inglewood, California native, now living in Atlanta, Busby was raised by his school teacher grandmother and jazz musician grandfather. Church played an important role in his childhood and he always believed he was destined to do great things. After two near death experiences, Busby decided that time was now. He always felt drawn to acting and finally decided to seriously pursue it.

"My two brushes with death pushed me to live. It's crazy because when I think about, I'm not supposed to be here, but I am. When I changed my mind and my thoughts, my world changed. Today, just a year after being shot for the second time, I'm working side by side with actors I looked up too while growing up. But it's not just about me. I want to let others know, especially those my age who are going through something bad, that there is good out there. There is hope. Your situation and your circumstances can change for the better and it doesn't have to take forever for that to happen," expresses Busby.

"Never giving up is the key," continues Busby. "I once modeled myself behind man and man is flawed, so I've really been aligning myself to that which I feel in my heart is true. God is my truth and I model myself behind that and continue to grow and live in it."

David Busby is a self-realized saint who was almost destroyed by sinners. He serves as an amazing example of perseverance, strength and vision. Catch him on this season of "Saints and Sinners" and look out for him in "The Bobby Brown Story." This young man is making moves, and nothing can stop him now!

Follow David Busby's journey on Instagram at @nonregular - https://www.instagram.com/nonregular/

When viewers watch young, upcoming actor David Busby in his debut recurring role on the third season of Bounce TV's sizzling series "Saints and Sinners," they are witnessing the passion of a young man who has had his own personal run-in with real life saints and sinners. Working alongside the show's veteran stars, including Vanessa Bell Calloway, Clifton Powell, and Keith Robinson most would never guess that twice in two years, the determined 26-year-old thespian almost lost his life to street gun violence.

Related link: https://www.instagram.com/nonregular/

Vocalist Sandra Booker Tributes Sarah Vaughan at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Grill

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- When jazz vocalist Sandra Booker first burst onto the Los Angeles music scene in the '90s, the comparisons to the legendary Sarah Vaughan came fast and furious. Her stirring, soulful renditions didn't just mimic the melodious icon, they seemed to channel her. On Sunday, April 22, Booker will pay a unique homage to her muse with "Forever Sassy: The Divine Music of Sarah Vaughan" at the popular performance venue, the Vibrato Jazz Grill. Described as a love letter to one of the great ladies of swing, scat and song, Booker now sadly shares more in common with Vaughan than she had initially dreamed.

Vaughan passed away from lung cancer in April of 1990. Booker is currently in her own battle with the deadly disease. Her loving tribute is slated to benefit Jazz Musicians Against Cancer. A premier jazz and dining space, Vibrato Jazz Grill, owned by music industry icon Herb Alpert, is located at 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles. The show will run from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Tickets to the show are available at http://www.vibratogrilljazz.com/ or by calling (310) 474-9400.

Booker will pay reverence to Vaughan, known as the "Queen of Bebop," with royal treatment. The high-octane musical celebration will honor the magnificent voice, style and career of Vaughan with feature selections spanning the diva's 40 plus year career, covering the familiar to more obscure numbers. Joining Booker is her "5tet" featuring Andy Langham on piano, Edwin Livingston on electric and acoustic bass, Tony Pulizzi playing guitar, and Thomas White on drums.

Sarah Vaughan was undeniably the voice of bebop and so much more. From the intimacy of nightclubs to the vastness of the orchestra stage, she was a musical force to be reckoned with. She was a four-time Grammy Award winner, including the "Lifetime Achievement Award." The National Endowment for the Arts bestowed upon her its "highest honor in jazz," the NEA Jazz Masters Award in 1989.

Booker is highly respected for her own virtuosic scat ability, impeccable timing and phrasing, crystalline tone and bold musical individuality, placing her in a league of her own. She has been the voice of major advertising campaigns including Coca-Cola and Ralph Lauren. The New Orleans native embraces traditional jazz while incorporating gospel, R&B, neo-soul, tropical, and classical influences into her style combined with precise intonation, uncompromising vocal agility and a sophisticated musical sense of style. Frank Collett, who served as Vaughan's musical director and pianist in the 80s, and also co-produced Booker's debut cited, "If there's anyone to compare to Sarah Vaughan, Sandra is it."

In 2016, Booker established the Jazz Musicians Against Cancer (JMAC) fund to provide no-cost concerts to cancer patients, families and friends, as part of her "Music is Medicine" campaign and tour.

“Cancer has the been the most painful and beautiful gift I’ve ever received, and I get to live my NOW life. Music has always been a powerful healing balm and artists like Sarah Vaughan have provided me nourishment and joy on my journey. I’m so looking forward to my 'Jazz on Sunday' event at Vibrato Jazz Grill and I hope my music continues to carry on the legacy of healing for others," she says.

"Forever Sassy: The Divine Music of Sarah Vaughan" at the Vibrato Jazz Grill will be an evening to remember! For more show information and tickets, go to http://www.vibratogrilljazz.com/.

Go to https://youtu.be/N-El-l9xpK0 now for a sound test and to keep singing with Sandra Booker, go to https://www.sandrabooker.com/

To support Booker personally, go to https://www.gofundme.com/sandrabookerinparis.

When jazz vocalist Sandra Booker first burst onto the Los Angeles music scene in the '90s, the comparisons to the legendary Sarah Vaughan came fast and furious. Her stirring, soulful renditions didn't just mimic the melodious icon, they seemed to channel her. On Sunday, April 22, Booker will pay a unique homage to her muse with "Forever Sassy: The Divine Music of Sarah Vaughan" at the popular performance venue, the Vibrato Jazz Grill.

Related link: https://www.sandrabooker.com/

Sixteenth Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations (FON)

PORTLAND, Maine /ScoopCloud/ -- Hundreds of international flags again will sway in the breeze and the summer will HEAT UP on Saturday July 28, 2018 at the Deering Oaks Park; a feast for your eyes and ears will be displayed throughout the Sixteenth Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations (FON). FON proudly celebrates and highlights Maine's great ethnic diversity, perpetuates traditions, encourage ethnic understanding, and promote unity in Maine. FON's theme this year is "FROM MANY DIFFERENT NATIONS, TO ONE MAINE."

The coordinators of the FON are thrilled to again welcome back our Chair, the singing sensation and Portland's own Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo). Michael O. will take the stage as the main event. This is a homecoming for Michael O. who is now a singer, songwriter and actor in Los Angeles.

In 2013, Michael released his first EP, "In the Beginning." Within 24 hours of its official release, "In the Beginning" was #3 on the iTunes Soul charts, #4 on the iTunes R&B charts. In the state of Maine, the CD was the #1 selling local CD at Bull Moose for the entire year of 2013. In 2015, Michael O. appeared in the major motion picture "Pitch Perfect 2," and is featured on the soundtrack (which recently won the AMA for best soundtrack). Many other performers will also be showcased at the festival.

The participants at Festival will enjoy the beautiful Deering Oaks Park while sampling the exotic delicious food from diverse vendors - featuring foods from all around the globe, dancing into the night to drumming and music from diverse musicians on stage. Some of these ethnic and diverse vendors from different nations including African American, Armenian, Bosnian, Cambodian, Caribbean, Congolese, French, Finnish, Greek, Hispanic Nations, Irish, East Indian, Italian, Native American, Nigerian, Polish, Romanian, Somalia, Sudanese, Thai, Uganda and Vietnamese. FON offer its guests great opportunity to get an early and unique start on holiday shopping.

The exciting parts of the festival are two stages of non-stop music and dance performances that will thrill our audience of 5,000. The beautiful Deering Oaks Park that is a perfect venue for this family-friendly event, that offers a wide variety of entertainment for adults and children and the expanded children's entertainment area for the little one's enjoyment that will include face painting, exciting games, crafts, train rides, come, and taste the fantastic spices favors of Maine's ethnic communities.

The festival is FREE to the public and family oriented.

Come and taste the fantastic spices and flavors of Maine's ethnic communities.

COME, EAT, SING, DANCE AND HAVE FUN!
When: Saturday, July 28, 2018; 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Deering Oaks Park, Portland, Maine
Admission is FREE - Music, Dancing and Much Fun (food and gifts are extra).

Learn more about Greater Portland Festival of Nations at: https://www.facebook.com/greaterportlandfestivalofnations/

Hundreds of international flags again will sway in the breeze and the summer will HEAT UP on Saturday July 28, 2018 at the Deering Oaks Park; a feast for your eyes and ears will be displayed throughout the Sixteenth Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations (FON). FON proudly celebrates and highlights Maine's great ethnic diversity, perpetuates traditions, encourage ethnic understanding, and promote unity in Maine. FON's theme this year is "FROM MANY DIFFERENT NATIONS, TO ONE MAINE."

Uproar Entertainment Releases ‘Insert Token’ – Debut Stand-Up Comedy CD by Julian Michael

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment announces the release of "Insert Token", the debut stand-up comedy CD by Julian Michael. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., "Insert Token" presents the unique comic perspective of a man who considers himself a "double minority."

JULIAN MICHAEL is a black, gay comedian with an attitude problem. A minority among minorities. Believing that his life calling is to make people laugh until they think, Julian uses his platform to subvert stereotypes, inspire others, and to give his audience a break from the status quo.

Shit kickers like Dave Chappelle, Paul Mooney and Hannibal Burress have provided Michael with his inspiration. Performing in a laid back style highlighting his California roots (emphasis on high), Julian delivers unfiltered commentary about anyone and everyone around him.

"I entered college certain I was going to be a Baptist minister. But somewhere along the way I discovered I loved the stage more than the pulpit. It took me a long time to fully commit to pursuing my passions," said Michael.

In 2016 Julian left his comfort zone and a near decade long career in education to pursue his passion for entertainment full time.

In a very short time Julian's #Token brand has taken on a life of its own. He is a World Series of Comedy finalist and "The Mayhem and Token Show," with Tilo Murray, lead singer of the early 2000s rock supergroup Methods of Mayhem, has over 100,000 weekly listeners on Dash Radio. It is talk radio's most unpredictable weekly experience!

WHO IS JULIAN MICHAEL?

"I am a comedian, radio host, writer, speaker, creative thinker, ordained minister, and problem solver. Very little of that fits on a business card. That's why you can call me 'Token,'" he says.

BE UNDEFINED - That's Julian's motto.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Comedy discovers the Stand-Up Comedy Stars of tomorrow. Producing recordings live in comedy clubs, we make these talented comedians available for your enjoyment on every available digital and streaming platform. We brought you the very first comedy CD recordings by Brian Regan, Margaret Cho, Alonzo Bodden, and John Pinette, just to name a few! David Drozen, President of Uproar Comedy, discovered and produced the first 12 Richard Pryor comedy albums. Come inside the world of Uproar Comedy and discover the vast array of talent and laughs that await you - 'cause life is better when you're laughing!

Learn More About Uproar: https://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"Insert Token" is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/insert-token/1356253671

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/diverse-but

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/gyMLu95AMvs

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

Uproar Entertainment announces the release of "Insert Token", the debut stand-up comedy CD by Julian Michael. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., "Insert Token" presents the unique comic perspective of a man who considers himself a "double minority."

Related link: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Universal FanCon is First Large-Scale Event to Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion of Fans and Fandoms April 27-29, 2018

BALTIMORE, Md. /ScoopCloud/ -- The inaugural Universal FanCon (FanCon) is the first large-scale, 24-hour, inclusive event that celebrates the diversity of fans, the diversity of fandom and the true needs of those who love pop culture. This year's event will help benefit and promote relevant causes, including Geek Club Books Charity for Autism. Hosted in Baltimore, Maryland, April 27-29, 2018, FanCon's mission is to create a sense of belonging by providing authentic connections and experiences through fan-centric parties, programs, panels and partners.

As an important part of this mission, FanCon is building accessibility and education into every aspect of the programming to make certain it is a disability- and autism-friendly event.

With its broad range of attendees, celebs, and unique experiences -- and its engaging, interactive festival atmosphere -- FanCon is the place for everyone who is a fan! To purchase tickets, visit https://www.universalfancon.com/

"Universal FanCon is more than just a new Geek convention," said Co-Founder Robert Butler. "It's an event where all fans of pop culture are being celebrated, represented and included during every step of the way: through our planning, our attendees, programs, parties, celebrity guests and unique experiences."

FanCon got its start during a dinner conversation in 2016 between Butler, his partners in the wildly popular The Black Geeks podcast, and Jamie Broadnax, founder of Black Girl Nerds.

"We're all big geeks and realized, for instance, that people of color have the same complaints as other minority groups and marginalized populations when it came to representation in the celebration of fandoms," said Butler. "Hispanics, African Americans and Asians make up 38 percent of our population and 49 percent of frequent moviegoers - and they are more likely to see a movie featuring characters to whom they can relate. So, we knew there was a need that we could fill!"

"We wanted to create a safe space that celebrated fandom differently by including the many different faces and voices that truly made up the groups, artists, affiliates, and brands that we all represented, such as women, the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, autistic community, and people of color," said Jamie Broadnax.

"The inclusion and accessibility mission of FanCon is why Geek Club Books got involved with this inaugural event," said Jodi Murphy, President of Geek Club Books, an autism nonprofit. "Autistic representation and inclusion in pop culture, media and the community-at-large is what we've been advocating for!"

The support from Hollywood, brands, and organizations has been and continues to be amazing: Kristian Nairn, a.k.a. Hodor from "Game of Thrones"; Aydian Dowling (Trans activist), Riyadh Khalaf (YouTube sensation), Yuriko Yamaguchi (Voice Actress / "Seiyuu"); legend Billy Dee Williams; actor and comedian Orlando Jones; Mehcad Brooks ("Supergirl"); comedian, Paralympian and actress Katy Sullivan; Ricky Whittle and Yetide Badaki ("American Gods"); DC Comics and Marvel writer Greg Pak; actors Phil LaMarr, Sumalee Montano and Fryda Wolff; GRAMMY-winner Big Daddy Kane, video game composer for Sega's "Panzer Dragoon" Saori Kobayashi with TriForce Quartet, rapper Mega Ran, and electronics musician TeddyLoid; Kim Chi ("Rupaul's Drag Race"); Geek Club Books for Autism, Black Girl Nerds, Blerdgurl, ClexaCon, Disability Visibility Project, FanBros, and more.

"The people and fandoms we are representing, the support we are getting from the city of Baltimore and the committed team we've been able to build are all testaments to how important and relevant an event such as FanCon is today," said Butler. "We can't wait to see everyone in Baltimore, April 27-29!"

SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE (list by alpha order/more to be announced):
Yetide Badaki, Demore Barnes (actor), Steve Blum (voice of "Wolverine"), Big Daddy Kane, Bit Brigade, Mehcad Brooks, Kim Chi, DJ-Jo (DJ), DJ NightCrawler (DJ/musician), Terri Doty (voice actress), Aydian Dowling, Ducky Dynamo (DJ/musical artist), HEAVYGRINDER (DJ/producer/vocal duo), Jamal Igle (comic artist/writer), Orlando Jones, Riyadh Khalaf, Saori Kobayashi, Phil LaMarr, Bruce Langely ("American Gods"), Mega Ran, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn ("Star Wars: Rebels"), Sumalee Montano, Kristian Nairn, Greg Pak, Professor Shy Guy (music artist), SAMMUS (rapper/producer), Regine Sawyer (Women in Comics Collective), Peter Shinkoda ("Falling Skies"), Katy Sullivan, TeddyLoid, Triforce Quartet, Jeffrey Veregge (Native American comic book artist), Voia (producer/singer), Jeremy Whitley (comic series writer), Ricky Whittle, Billy Dee Williams, Fryda Wolff, Yuriko Yamaguchi.

PROGRAMS, PANELS & EVENTS INCLUDE (more to be announced):
Celebrity Meet-and-Greets, Photo/Autograph Opportunities, Lightsaber Dueling Academy, Music Concerts, Comedy Show hosted by Orlando Jones, 24-hour Arcade and eSport Gaming Tournaments, Tabletop Gaming, "American Gods" Show Panel, Kids STEM, and other programming for gaming, comics, anime, movies, TV, music, and all things fandom!

AFFILIATES & PARTNERS INCLUDE (more to be announced):
Baltimore Convention Center, 3 Black Geeks, Black Girl Nerds, BlerdGurl, ClexaCon, Comic Attack, CrunchyRoll, DC Anime Club, DeAnn Cox Chronicles, Disability Visibility Project, FanBros, Funimation, Geek Club Books for Autism, Geek Soul Brother, GeekGirlCon, Geeks of Color, Gifted Sounds Network, Graveyard Shift Sisters, Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, Hyatt Regency Inner Harbor, I Need Diverse Games, LatinxGeeks, Marriott Inner Harbor Camden Yards, MEGASHEEN, Nerds of Color, Nerds of Prey, Pink Banana, Ramp Your Voice, Renaissance Harborplace, Shepard, Sheraton Inner Harbor, The Black Geeks, The Black Tribbles, Visit Baltimore (www.baltimore.org), and more.

For more information, to review FanCon's Accessibility information, and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.universalfancon.com/.

For more information about Geek Club Books autism nonprofit go to https://geekclubbooks.com/.

About Geek Club Books:
Using storytelling, Geek Club Books nonprofit's mission is changing perceptions and putting an end to the stigma surrounding autism, replacing fear with wonder. The nonprofit produces interactive children's comics, curriculum, assemblies, public awareness campaigns, online resources, and educational videos for acceptance in classrooms, on playgrounds and in communities. They mentor and empower autistic individuals to be the storytellers, inspiring empathy, inclusion and acceptance for those who are different. Twitter: @geekclubbooks

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The inaugural Universal FanCon 2018 is the first large-scale, 24-hour, inclusive event that celebrates the diversity of fans, the diversity of fandom and the true needs of those who love pop culture. This year's event will help benefit and promote relevant causes, including Geek Club Books Charity for Autism. Coming to Baltimore, Maryland, April 27-29, 2018.

Related link: http://geekclubbooks.com/

Uproar Entertainment Releases Stand-Up Comedy CD by Ty Barnett – ‘Grown Man…Baby Steps’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "GROWN MAN...BABY STEPS" by TY BARNETT. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. "GROWN MAN...BABY STEPS" is a unique opportunity to hang out with the hilarious and incredibly talented TY BARNETT.

Ty Barnett, a Chicago native, returns to Seattle's "Comedy Underground" where he got his start. Since that very first appearance, his star just keeps rising! Dedicated to "BRINGING THE FUNNY," his shows have been called "hilarious" (Whoopi Goldberg"), "original and funny" (Craig Ferguson) "thought provoking" (the Hollywood Reporter), and have earned him countless Television appearances on every major network including "The Tonight Show w/Jay Leno," "Jimmy Kimmel Live," "Samantha Who," and "Bad Boys of Comedy." He has a notable presence online through his web series "This is the Bulls@%t I'm Talking About."

Ty has the rare ability to make you, your kids AND your grandma laugh. He's "a tremendous talent" and a "truly gifted performer." His previous CD "BOUT DAMN TIME" is one of the most played/requested albums on SiriusXM. He has his own COMEDY CENTRAL PRESENTS, as well as a one hour special "ISSUES," and now his brand new CD, "Grown Man...Baby Steps" which is already in regular rotation on SiriusXM. He was one of the final 2 on the most watched and only Emmy nominated season of "LAST COMIC STANDING." Jay Leno says Ty Barnett is: "...one of the funniest comedians working" and the Hollywood Reporter called Ty "one to watch."

You may have seen him in a recurring role on "Til Death" on FOX, "Life In Pieces" on CBS, or perhaps the sitcom "Samantha Who," "Nick Mom's Night Out" or "Tosh.O." He has also appeared in a myriad of national commercials. With charm and style that transcend race and age, Ty's ability to rock ANY and ALL audiences has made him an international favorite on stages from the South Side of Chicago to theaters in London. You don't "go to" a Ty Barnett show, you "hang-out" with Ty Barnett.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar has built a unique catalog of great comedians including Brian Regan, Margaret Cho, Bobby Collins, Alonzo Bodden, John Pinette, Pablo Francisco, Jonathan Winters, LaWanda Page, Slappy White, and Marsha Warfield; as well as the legendary comedy albums (on CD and digital) of the 70's and 80's National Lampoon featuring many of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live.

Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "Makin' comedy HAPPEN!"

Uproar discovers, supports, develops, and presents some of the BEST comedic talents of our time, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers.

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"Grown Man...Baby Steps" is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/grown-man-baby-steps/id1280972707

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/reflecting

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/tVhr4-OWNPs

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "GROWN MAN...BABY STEPS" by TY BARNETT. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. "GROWN MAN...BABY STEPS" is a unique opportunity to hang out with the hilarious and incredibly talented TY BARNETT.

Related link: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Stars of Indie Film ‘A Boy Called Po’ Activate their Voices for Autism during National Bullying Prevention Month

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Geek Club Books for Autism today announced that actors Christopher Gorham and Julian Feder, lead characters in the award-winning indie film, "A Boy Called Po" joined the #Activate4Autism movement, a public awareness campaign as a part of National Bullying Prevention Month. People on the autism spectrum are often misunderstood, marginalized, undervalued and 3 times more likely to be victims of bullying.

The campaign brings together voice, stage and film actors, children's authors, comic artists and autistic advocates who activate their voices for autism, speaking out for acceptance and inclusion. Videos are viewable, educational comics are downloadable, and action steps for activating change are accessible via the nonprofit website, geekclubbooks.com.

"'A Boy Called Po' is about a young boy living with autism and his relationship with his recently widowed dad," said Christopher Gorham who plays Po's father and is best known for his roles on "Ugly Betty" and "Covert Affairs." "Our film and the #Activate4Autism movement are about inclusiveness and acceptance for those who are different."

Playing the role of Po, Julian Feder gained insights into the intolerance, fear and bullying so many children with autism face every day. "I'm activating my voice for autism we need to call attention to the bullying and remember to give people with autism a chance, because everyone has something special to offer."

"We took part in Geek Club Books #Activate4Autism because, like the film, this nonprofit helps autistic individuals to tell their stories so people can make a deeper connection to this marginalized population and the challenges they face," said John Asher, Director of "A Boy Called Po."

Asher adds, "There's so much hatred out there in the world and Po is about really about acceptance. We don't need to make people with autism fit into society. We need to learn how to fit into their world."

"A Boy Called Po" was in theaters this summer and is now available on-demand everywhere including iTunes and Amazon. The filmmakers are working to get the film distributed to educational institutions to bring better awareness and acceptance into schools.

To join the activator heroes-the actors, authors and advocates-who are speaking out against bullying and activating change, go to https://geekclubbooks.com/activate4autism/

About Geek Club Books:

Using storytelling, Geek Club Books nonprofit's mission is changing perceptions and putting an end to the stigma surrounding autism, replacing fear with wonder. The nonprofit produces interactive children's comics, curriculum, assemblies, public awareness campaigns, online resources, and educational videos for acceptance in classrooms, on playgrounds and in communities. They mentor and empower autistic individuals to be the storytellers, inspiring empathy, inclusion and acceptance for those who are different. Learn more: https://geekclubbooks.com/.

About A Boy Called Po:

Inspired by true events, "A Boy Called Po" tells the story of a recently widowed father (Christopher Gorham) struggling to raise his son (Julian Feder) who is on the autism spectrum. The pressures of work, school and coping with loss push the two nearly to the point of breaking. John Asher directed the film from a script by Colin Goldman who shares story credit with Steve C. Roberts.

TWITTER: #Activate4Autism @geekclubbooks

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Geek Club Books for Autism today announced that actors Christopher Gorham and Julian Feder, lead characters in the award-winning indie film, "A Boy Called Po" joined the #Activate4Autism movement, a public awareness campaign as a part of National Bullying Prevention Month. People on the autism spectrum are often misunderstood, marginalized, undervalued and 3 times more likely to be victims of bullying.

Related link: http://geekclubbooks.com/

Sunlight Home Annual Benefit Dinner Speaker, Jennifer O’Neill

NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Sunlight Home's Annual Benefit Dinner, chaired by Mrs. Jean Beauchamp, will be held on Nov. 4, 2017 at the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club. This year's honored speaker is Jennifer O'Neill, internationally acclaimed model, actress, author, producer and Pro-Life Spokesperson.

Guests will be welcomed at 5:30 p.m. for the social hour, followed by the dinner program.

A signed copy of Ms. O'Neill's book, "Surviving Myself" (ISBN: 978-0997265828) will be raffled off at the dinner. Entertainment will be provided by "Souvenir Band."

The dinner tickets are $100 per person. Seating is limited.

For reservations please contact Linda Hale, Executive Director, (239) 352-0251, Linda_Lee_Hale@yahoo.com.

Jennifer O'Neill is the Spokesperson for the International "Silent No More" Awareness Campaign - a non-denominational, non-political, post-abortion healing organization, and shares her own experience of being forced into an abortion at an early age, and the life crises she faced in the aftermath, including substance abuse, severe depression and attempted suicide.

Jennifer has been a passionate fundraiser for hundreds of Crisis Pregnancy Centers and Maternity Homes all across America that give women the ability to choose life for their babies. She has been awarded numerous awards, including the Defender of Life Award for her generous and courageous support of the sanctity of life.

Jennifer appears regularly on radio and T.V shows on behalf of LIFE, has hosted documentaries highlighting youth with regard to abortion, and has addressed the U.S. Senate and Congress concerning the devastating aftermath of abortion, and championing the cause for helping "at risk" single mothers in crisis both before and after giving birth. Jennifer continues to march in Washington D.C. and around the country in support of LIFE.

About Sunlight Home:

For the past 23 years, Sunlight has been "Saving and Changing Lives." It is the only long term residential maternity home, plus transitional housing facility in Collier County that serves "at risk" homeless, abused and abandoned pregnant women and teens living in deep poverty both before and after giving birth. Their faith based "Rays of Hope" maternity program and "Transition to Hope" transitional housing program are designed to give single mothers and their children a path to a bright future of independence and financial responsibility, whether they parent or choose an adoption plan.

For more information about Sunlight Home, contact Linda Hale, Executive Director, (239) 352-0251, Linda_Lee_Hale@yahoo.com or visit their website at http://sunlighthome.org/.

Sunlight Home's Annual Benefit Dinner, chaired by Mrs. Jean Beauchamp, will be held on Nov. 4, 2017 at the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club. This year's honored speaker is Jennifer O'Neill, internationally acclaimed model, actress, author, producer and Pro-Life Spokesperson.

Related link: http://sunlighthome.org/

The Event Planner Expo Hosted by EMRG Media Offers Exceptional Speaker Lineup to Celebrate its Fifth Year

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- It's setting up to be their best event yet. The Event Planner Expo, hosted by EMRG Media, has already developed a reputation for being a premier events and hospitality tradeshow, but this year, they're taking it to another level. On October 4, 2017, keynote speaker, Martha Stewart, will talk about her road to success. The Expo is scheduled to take place at the Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street from 2 to 8 p.m.

"We are honored that Martha Stewart, a celebrity icon, will be our keynote speaker this year," Jessica Stewart, vice president, marketing, EMRG Media, says. "She has an amazing story to tell and we're sure she'll be an inspiration to all."

Martha Stewart, founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia and Emmy Award-winning television show host, entrepreneur and best-selling author, is America's most trusted lifestyle expert and teacher. She reaches approximately 66 million consumers across all media platforms each month and has a growing retail presence with 8,500 products in thousands of retail locations.

The Event Planner Expo provides the ideal venue for Martha Stewart to share trade secrets. New York event planning professionals will benefit from not only her talk, but from networking with some of the most exclusive vendors in the area and getting in on some of the hottest event planning trends. Top-notch vendors include: Eclipse Entertainment, LOG-ON, Butter Group, AFR, 230 Fifth and Butterfly Bake Shop.

New York event planners are encouraged to connect with other industry professionals, create memorable moments and capture inspiration for their next show-stopping event.

Admission tickets range in price. To see Martha Stewart, purchase a speaker series ticket for $159. To see the additional two speakers, Colin Cowie and Randi Zuckerberg, purchase an all access ticket for $499. General admission is $49. For more information: http://www.theeventplannerexpo.com/.

About EMRG Media:

EMRG Media (http://www.EMRGMedia.com/) is a premier, full-service marketing, event planning and publishing firm based in Manhattan. Over the last 16 years, it's garnered public acclaim and recognition as an innovative, corporate event marketer with an impressive roster of clients. Its exclusive corporate client base includes names such as Casio, Barclays, Ruder Finn, Conde Nast Publications and the Alzheimer's Foundation.

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It's setting up to be their best event yet. The Event Planner Expo, hosted by EMRG Media, has already developed a reputation for being a premier events and hospitality tradeshow, but this year, they're taking it to another level. On October 4, 2017, keynote speaker, Martha Stewart, will talk about her road to success. The Expo is scheduled to take place at the Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street from 2 to 8 p.m.

Related link: http://www.EMRGMedia.com/

UPROAR ENTERTAINMENT releases Stand-Up Comedy CD by ERIK KNOWLES – ‘HIGH AND TIGHT’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "HIGH AND TIGHT" by ERIK KNOWLES. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., "HIGH AND TIGHT" provides a hilarious glimpse into the life of Erik Knowles. From his experiences in the U.S. Marine Corps to his current role as a father and husband, Erik Knowles finds the inspiration for his humor in his everyday life.

This former U.S. Marine is dynamic, powerful, and unforgettable! True to his belief that laughter is healing, Erik pulls from some of the most embarrassing events in his life and lays it all out there in the open for audiences to enjoy.

Although influenced by Jim Carrey and George Carlin, Erik has developed a style all his own. He treats his audience members to a behind the curtain realness that feels as though he is speaking to a living room full of his own friends. His storytelling and effortless ability to cajole audiences into full belly laughs every 10 seconds draws comparisons to Christopher Titus. George Salek, Owner of The Comedy Palace in San Diego, Calif., notably said Erik is "The funniest guy I've ever seen," and rightly predicted, "Erik Knowles is going to be huge!" Ward Anderson, author, comedian, and talk radio host agrees, exclaiming, "This guy is gonna be a huge star!"

Before Erik Knowles became the one-man comedic sensation he is today, he was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps, getting repeatedly demoted for "clowning around." After yet another incident, his Sergeant, intent on teaching Erik a lesson he clearly wasn't learning through standard reprimands, signed him up for the Squadron Christmas Party Talent Show. "You like to make people laugh? Well here's your chance!" With just a week to prepare, Erik wrote six daring minutes of material that roasted his entire chain of command, earning him his first comedic victory and the respect of his unit.

Erik has come a long way since that first talent show, and is only getting better. After coming in as a runner-up in San Diego's Funniest Person Contest 2014, he stayed true to his roots, entertaining the troops in the Middle East with Armed Forces Entertainment in 2015, and continues to work with other military and veteran organizations. His COMBAT 2 COMEDY series employs the healing power of laughter, and he is a certified Laughter Therapy Coach with the Air Force Wounded Warriors (AFW2).

As a contestant at 2016's World Series of Comedy, Erik took first place in every round, ultimately winning the title. He is consistently the most requested comedian among U.S. Troops, receiving many prestigious accolades, including the Veterans Choice Award for Best Comedian in 2016 and the Veteran Achievement Award at The San Diego Comedy Festival in 2015. Erik is a dynamic, powerful, and unforgettable headliner at comedy clubs throughout the nation, and has been featured on FOX's "Laughs," and HULU's "Man Up Stand-Up."

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar has built a unique catalog of great comedians including Brian Regan, Margaret Cho, Bobby Collins, Alonzo Bodden, John Pinette, Pablo Francisco, Jonathan Winters, LaWanda Page, Slappy White, and Marsha Warfield; as well as the legendary comedy albums (on CD and digital) of the 70's and 80's National Lampoon featuring many of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "Makin' comedy HAPPEN!"

Uproar discovers, supports, develops, and presents some of the BEST comedic talents of our time, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers.

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"High and Tight" is available on iTunes at: https://itun.es/us/PhZmkb

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/weiner-screener-by-erik-knowles

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/egaM4V2-oXQ

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "HIGH AND TIGHT" by ERIK KNOWLES. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., "HIGH AND TIGHT" provides a hilarious glimpse into the life of Erik Knowles. From his experiences in the U.S. Marine Corps to his current role as a father and husband, Erik Knowles finds the inspiration for his humor in his everyday life.

Related link: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Uproar Entertainment Releases Debut Stand-Up Comedy CD by Jamal Doman ‘Consequences & Repercussions’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Consequences & Repercussions" by Jamal Doman, recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash.

"Consequences & Repercussions" immediately exhibits why Jamal Doman is called "a comedian's comedian" by his peers. He refers to his unique style of comedy as "sophisticated ghetto." Jamal says, "My comedy is much like my personality, I'm from the hood, but I have some sophistication to me."

A Philadelphia native, he was born into a family where comedy reigned supreme. His parents, who Jamal credits for their unconditional support of his comedic endeavors, were huge fans of Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, and Robert Klein. After his first encounter with Murphy's "Raw," Jamal was compelled to give his own stand-up chops a try, entered a talent show, and has been moving full speed ahead ever since.

In 1998, Jamal made the move to Los Angeles where he quickly became an industry favorite. Shortly after his arrival in Hollywood, Jamal began making appearances on stand-up comedy TV shows including "Comics Unleashed," "BET Comicview," "Martin Lawrence 1st Amendment," "Latino Laugh Festival," "Showtime At The Apollo," "Who Wants To Date A Comedian," and "Comedy Central Laff Riots." Not content with conquering the stage and TV, Jamal set his sights on both film and the internet. Over the course of his career he starred in the films "REPOS," "The Greatest Song," and "STREETS."

He has also solidified his reputation as an "internet sensation" with his videos amassing thousands of views, and his "JUICY T.-Certified Pimp" webisodes which are now popular classics.

Jamal is a U.S. military favorite, having performed for our troops in Guam, South Korea, Iceland, Japan, Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Iraq. Jamal says, "Performing for the troops is one of the joys of being in this business." Jamal's future is only getting brighter. With almost three decades in the game, the best is yet to come for Jamal Doman.

"Consequences & Repercussions" release date is August 4, 2017.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar has built a unique catalog of great comedians including Brian Regan, Margaret Cho, Bobby Collins, Alonzo Bodden, John Pinette, Pablo Francisco, Jonathan Winters, LaWanda Page, Slappy White, and Marsha Warfield; as well as the legendary comedy albums (on CD and digital) of the 70's and 80's National Lampoon featuring many of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "Makin' comedy HAPPEN!"

Uproar discovers, supports, develops, and presents some of the BEST comedic talents of our time, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers.

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"Consequences & Repercussions" is available on iTunes at: https://itun.es/us/EV6Nkb

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/broke-people-by-jamal-doman

VIDEO (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaTdzNmBuWg&feature=em-share_video_user

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Consequences & Repercussions" by Jamal Doman, recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians.

Related link: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Actor Steve Comisar Gets Released From Prison on July 21, Hollywood’s Biggest Stars Asked to Help Him

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On July 21 the prison gates will open and actor Steve Comisar will once again be a free man. After spending 15 years in federal prison for fraud Comisar will try to pick up the pieces and resume an acting career. Unfortunately, after such a long absence the odds will be stacked against him.

Enter some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities who have been called upon by Comisar for a little help. For the past year Comisar has personally contacted some of the industry's top A-list actors, directors, producers, and agents, to assist him with a career jump start. With a few movie roles under his belt after his release, Comisar should have a decent chance at success. This plea for assistance has received national media coverage over the past year.

Victor Kruglov, Comisar's longtime manager says, "Hollywood A-listers are unlike the government brainwashed sheep who shy away from anyone with a criminal record. They have the courage to step up and help someone in need regardless of their past transgressions. That's what I love about this business."

Barry Freed, a retired ICM talent agent says, "The guy committed fraud for God's sake. He didn't kill anyone. He deserves a second chance. Nobody's perfect and everyone screws up. I can't even count how many major players in this industry broke the law, went to jail or prison, and got another chance. I encourage everyone to help him."

Some of the industry A-Lister's asked to help Comisar include, Steven Spielberg, Brian Grazer, Judd Apatow, Adam Sandler, Ari Emanuel, Seth Rogan, Ben Stiller, Jim Toth, Mark Wahlberg, Graham King, Sean Penn, Jack Dorsey, Joel & Ethan Coen, J.J. Abrams, and Oprah.

Comisar, now 55, is from Beverly Hills, California. Since a teenager he has had many acting roles in movies, television shows, and commercials. He has written a book on fraud prevention and has appeared regularly as a fraud guru on "The View" and "Dateline NBC." Comisar is best known for being the only Hollywood actor on the planet who is also a famous fraudster. He is also the first celebrity felon to acquire close to one million Twitter followers and over one million YouTube views while in prison.

MEDIA ALERT:
On July 21, Comisar will arrive at LAX on Southwest flight #1104 at 7:30 p.m.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Laura Levine, Publicist
Celebrity News LLC
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Official Website: http://www.stevecomisar.com
Official Email: stevencomisar@gmail.com

ONLINE REFERENCES:
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveComisar
Official Facebook: https://facebook.com/SteveComisarFanPage
Official YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/stevec9689/videos/
Official IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm0131409/
Official Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Comisar
Official Wikia: http://steve-comisar.wikia.com/wiki/Steve_Comisar
Official Net Worth: http://richestcelebrities.org/richest-actors/steve-comisar-net-worth/

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On July 21, 2017, the prison gates will open and actor Steve Comisar will once again be a free man. After spending 15 years in federal prison for fraud Comisar will try to pick up the pieces and resume an acting career. Unfortunately, after such a long absence the odds will be stacked against him.

Related link: http://www.stevecomisar.com/

Supreme Lending Partners with Baseball Hall of Famer Ivan ‘Pudge’ Rodriguez for American Century Championship Golf Tournament

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Supreme Lending, a nationwide mortgage lender, has announced that it is partnering with baseball Hall of Famer, Major League Baseball All-Star and former Texas Ranger Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, who will serve as the company’s ambassador during the American Century Championship Golf Tournament, July 11-16, 2017 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

The American Century Championship Golf is a celebrity golf tournament that raises funds for local and national charities. This year, the tournament features a purse of $600,000, and its official national beneficiary is the Stowers Medical Institute for Medical Research, a 550-person basic biomedical research organization focused on the development of innovative approaches to treat, diagnose and prevent disease. The star-studded event is owned and broadcast by NBC Sports, and features more than 80 of the greatest names in sports and entertainment.

In January 2017, his first year of eligibility, Rodriguez was one of three players voted into the baseball Hall of Fame. In addition to two tours with the Texas Rangers, the catcher played for the Florida Marlins, Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees, Houston Astros and Washington Nationals. He has played in two World Series, one with the world champion Florida Marlins in 2003 and the other for the Detroit Tigers in 2006.

“We feel particularly connected to Pudge Rodriguez and the American Century golf tournament because their values reflect a lot of our core values here at Supreme Lending,” said David Colarchik (NMLS 300510), branch manager of Supreme Lending’s Tahoe team in Incline Village, Nevada. “We believe in working together, accomplishing good things, and lending a helping hand to those who need it the most. We’re happy to be contributing to a worthy cause and teaming up with people who enjoy coming together to a make a positive difference in the lives of others.”

About Supreme Lending:
Established by founder Scott Everett in 1999, Supreme Lending is a full-service mortgage lender licensed in 50 states with branches throughout the U.S, adding more branches each month. The growing company employs hundreds of employees and has been ranked among the “Best Places to Work” by American City Business Journals for the past five years.

Supreme Lending has established relationships with all major investors, is a Fannie Mae seller/servicer, and offers a full range of mortgage programs, including conforming and non-conforming loans and FHA/VA loans. The corporate culture is based on a customer-comes-first approach, which helps homebuyers realize their dreams of homeownership.

Supreme Lending has been recognized for five consecutive years as an Inc. 500/5000 company and in 2013, 2014 and 2015, was named one of the Top 100 Mortgage Companies in America by Mortgage Executive Magazine. Supreme Lending is a licensed mortgage lender in NV Division of Mortgage Lending Mortgage Banker License 4063.

For further information, please visit http://www.SupremeLending.com/ or call (888) 392-0250. EVERETT FINANCIAL, INC. D/B/A SUPREME LENDING NMLS ID #2129 (www.nmlsconsumeracces.org).

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* Photo Caption: Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez will serve as ambassador for nationwide mortgage lender Supreme Lending during the American Century Championship Golf tournament held July 11-16, 2017 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

Supreme Lending, a nationwide mortgage lender, has announced that it is partnering with baseball Hall of Famer, Major League Baseball All-Star and former Texas Ranger Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, who will serve as the company’s ambassador during the American Century Championship Golf Tournament, July 11-16, 2017 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

Related link: http://www.supremebranch.com/

Mugadi Foundation, in association with Waynflete School, announce Michael O. (of NBC’s ‘The Sing Off’) Benefit Concert Event

WESTBROOK, Maine /ScoopCloud/ -- The Mugadi Foundation, in association with Waynflete School, is proud to announce a Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo) benefit concert event "ON MY OWN" to take place July 13, 2017 at the beautiful Westbrook Performing Arts Center in Westbrook, Maine.

The 6 p.m. concert will serve as a fundraiser for the Mugadi Foundation, with shared proceeds going to support a financial scholarship fund in Michael's name at Waynflete School, specifically in support of tuition for students from resettled refugee families.

The concert will also serve as a preview for Michael's new music, which is being released all throughout 2017. Tickets for the fundraising event are $25 and all of the proceeds will benefit the two programs.

Well known and respected Portland radio personality Lori Voornas from Q97.9 will emcee the event, which will also feature an opening set of music from popular local jazz/funk trio Micromasse.

EVENT TICKETS:
Tickets to this exciting performance will be available on Brown Paper Tickets for $25 beginning June 15, 2017 at: http://michaelo.brownpapertickets.com or 1-800-838-3006

About The Mugadi Foundation:

The mission of The Mugadi Foundation is to help children and young adults around the world, particularly in the Global South. The Mugadi Foundation was founded by Michael Odokara-Okigbo when he was 14. Mugadi (which means "I will live" in the Igbo language) is a 501(c)(3) organization created in 2004 to help pay for the school fees granted to orphanages located in Lagos, Nigeria. The foundation was established due to a trip he made with his mother to an HIV/AIDS orphanage in November, 2004.

Odokara-Okigbo was shocked with how much trouble they had finding for education, but most interestingly to him, he was surprised to see how similar these children were to him. When he returned, he decided to make a difference in those children's lives, he created a photo exhibition of fourteen stories, and showed it in hospitals, schools and museums. It was a huge success, and prompted him to create the Mugadi Foundation.

Learn more at: http://themugadifoundation.org/.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMugadiFoundation/.

About Waynflete School:

Waynflete is an independent, co-educational day school in Portland, Maine, serving students from preschool through grade 12. The Waynflete mission is to engage the imagination and intellect of our students, to guide them toward self-governance and self-knowledge, and to encourage their responsible and caring participation in the world.

The school aims to provide a program that combines security with challenge, playful exploration with rigorous expectation and range of experience with depth of inquiry. Waynflete believes diversity is a condition of excellence and several years ago made a commitment to enroll as many students from Portland's resettled refugee community as possible. Michael joined the Waynflete community in 2002 and graduated in 2008.

About Michael O:

Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo) is a singer, songwriter, performer and producer who harnesses his personal and cultural influences to create a powerful sound all his own. Born in 1990 and raised in Portland, Maine, Michael's upbringing fused with his international exposures, as an American, African American, and African culture to create the multi-faceted artist he is today.

In 2008, Michael was accepted to Dartmouth College, where he double majored in Global Health and History. He led The Dartmouth Aires to a second place finish on NBC's "The Sing Off." With over 6.5 million viewers weekly, Michael wowed audiences and was even dubbed "incredible" and "timeless" by Ben Folds of Ben Folds Five, and "a freaking superstar" by Boyz II Men's Shawn Stockman. After graduation, Michael moved to Los Angeles and released his first EP, "In the Beginning," in 2013. Within 24 hours of its official release, "In the Beginning" jumped to the top 5 on the iTunes R&B charts, and was the best-selling EP in Northern New England for 2013.

In 2015, Michael O. appeared in the major motion picture, "Pitch Perfect 2," as the lead singer of the singing group in the film, The Singboks, soloing on the song "Anyway You Want It" that was featured on the soundtrack, which won an American Music Award for best soundtrack. Both the film and soundtrack were #1 in May of 2015. Michael has performed all over the world, including appearances at Merrill Auditorium, The Lincoln Center, and in 2014, at the White House singing for President Obama. Michael O. is an international performing and singing star. A power house performer in his right, Michael O. aims to expand his reach, both in content and in form, creating a unique entertainment experience that brings people together through the power of his music and entertainment. Michael's canvas is a stage, and he aims to paint the image that, "as people, we are more alike than we are different."

Beginning in May 2017, Michael will be releasing new singles from his CD "ON MY OWN" and performing nationwide and in international locales.

Learn more about Michael O at: http://www.themichaelo.com/

And on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/michaelomusic

The Mugadi Foundation, in association with Waynflete School, is proud to announce a Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo) benefit concert event "ON MY OWN" to take place July 13, 2017 at the beautiful Westbrook Performing Arts Center in Westbrook, Maine.

Uproar Entertainment Releases Debut Stand-Up Comedy CD by Gayla Johnson

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Black Wives Matter" by Gayla Johnson. A diverse, intelligent comedienne, Gayla Johnson entertains audiences with her stories and her characters, treating her listener to her unique view of the world we live in. Quoted as saying "Stand-up Comedy is the one thing you can do badly and no one will laugh at you," Gayla has been called "Comedically Adroit" by critics.

Gayla Johnson believes that most people are alike and see themselves in others - in other words, everyone is guilty! Using this as her basic premise, Gayla uses comedy to break through existing "color lines" and appeal to diverse audiences. Drawing material from her personal life stories her performances have garnered much attention. Not only was she honored by the LA Comedy Awards with the Most Hilarious Comedian award, she has also won a host of comedy competitions including, The Ice House Comedy Club Comedy Contest, Positive I Can Entertain Competition, Funniest Female, and The Make Me LAFF Competition.

Among her many comedic influences Johnson cites Richard Pryor, noted for his honest, uncensored and gritty delivery, as well as female comedy icons Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett and Betty White who inspire her with their willingness to think outside of the box, depart from social expectations and take on zany, silly roles that were not expected of women of their day.

Johnson has appeared on Comics Unleashed, SiTV's Laff Jam, Inside Joke, BET Comic View, TBS Comedy Festival and The Comedy Time Series on YouTube. She is a seasoned television actress with recurring roles on Showtime's "Fierce Funny Women" and ABC's "Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23," as well as "Brothers and Sisters," "Beverly Hills 90210" and "The Practice."

As a veteran theater actress, Johnson starred in several productions including "For Colored Girls, Who Considered Suicide When the Rainbow was Enough," A Raisin in the Sun," "La Brea Tar Pits: No Exit" and numerous improv and sketch comedy shows.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time. With an unparalleled ear for comedic talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

"Black Wives Matter" is available on iTunes at: https://itun.es/us/DcSvib

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/uncle-tom-by-gayla-johnson

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/SWwG3nTVf9g

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Black Wives Matter" by Gayla Johnson. A diverse, intelligent comedienne, Gayla Johnson entertains audiences with her stories and her characters, treating her listener to her unique view of the world we live in.

Actor Steve Comisar Getting Released From Prison

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Actor and felon Steve Comisar will be released from federal prison on July 21 after serving a 15 year sentence for fraud. Comisar will be placed on home confinement in Los Angeles until his sentence officially ends on April 16, 2018.

Steve Comisar is best known for being the only Hollywood actor who is also a famous fraudster. While in prison Comisar skyrocketed to social media fame by acquiring close to one million Twitter followers and over one million YouTube views. Comisar also contacted some of Hollywood's most powerful actors, directors, producers, and agents, and asked them to help jump start his acting career upon release.

Comisar's publicist, Laura Levine, says, "If Steven wants a second chance as an actor he's going to need the help of some major players in the industry. Luckily for Steven, Hollywood A-Listers are known for their kindness and generosity when it comes to helping the underdog. I really think he's going to get the help he needs."

Some of the industry heavyweights Comisar asked for help include: Mark Wahlberg, Sean Penn, Adam Sandler, Ben Stiller, Steven Spielberg, Ethan Coen, Ari Emanuel, Brian Grazer, Jim Toth, Seth Rogan, Graham King, Bryan Lourd, Judd Apatow, J.J. Abrams, Jack Dorsey, and Oprah.

Comisar began acting at a young age and has appeared in many movies, television shows, and commercials. He has written a book on fraud prevention and appeared regularly on Dateline NBC and The View as an expert on fraud and scams.

Comisar joins the exclusive list of other celebrity felons who have served prison time. A few of them are Mark Wahlberg, Robert Downey Jr., Martha Stewart, Tim Allen, Christian Slater, Wesley Snipes, and Danny Trejo.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Laura Levine, Publicist
Celebrity News LLC
CelebrityNewsPR@gmail.com

ONLINE REFERENCES:
Official Website: http://www.stevecomisar.com
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveComisar
Official Facebook: https://facebook.com/SteveComisarFanPage
Official IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm0131409/
Official Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Comisar
Official Wikia: http://steve-comisar.wikia.com/wiki/Steve_Comisar
Official YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/SteveC9689/videos/
Official Email: stevencomisar@gmail.com

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Actor and felon Steve Comisar will be released from federal prison on July 21 after serving a 15 year sentence for fraud. Comisar will be placed on home confinement in Los Angeles until his sentence officially ends on April 16, 2018.

UPROAR ENTERTAINMENT releases 4th Stand-Up Comedy CD by KRISTIN KEY – Fast-paced, Quick Witted, Hilarious and Outrageous

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "I'm A Hooker" by Kristin Key. Armed with her quick wit and her trusty guitar, the Texas native slings her signature goofy songs and hilarious jokes on her fourth collaboration with Uproar Entertainment.

Kristin Key grew up a minister's daughter in a small town in West Texas. Raised in a no-drinking, no-dancing, no instrumental music environment, she immediately took up drinking, dancing and playing an instrument. Proving that the almighty has a strange sense of humor, Kristin came out of the closet at 15. Needless to say, it did not go well. So, Kristin decided to "take it back" - into the closet, trying just a little harder to be straight.

At 19, while in college to become a paramedic, Key signed up for Open Mic Night at the local comedy club. As soon as she took the stage she felt at home. Over the next 5 years small shows in the Texas panhandle turned into 35 states worth of comedy. Audiences couldn't help but love the original comedy songs, keen observations, wit and rapid-fire style of comedy coming from the "Preacher's Kid."

When Last Comic Standing held their auditions in Austin, Texas, she stood in line hoping for a chance to be seen. After 7 hours of waiting, she got her chance and her ticket to Hollywood to compete with the best in the comedy world. At the end of the season she stood among the final six and watched as her fan base exploded. With validation from millions of comedy fans, Key moved to L.A. and began preparing a new act to take on the road.

While participating in an anti-bullying fundraiser, Kristin finally broke her silence and decided to share her hilarious story of coming out, taking it back, living in the closet, and meeting her wife. After 15 years in comedy, Kristin has found a way to perfectly blend together her thought provoking hilarious true stories, original songs and outrageous off-the-cuff improv moments, ensuring that no two shows are the same.

Much has changed for Kristin Key from the dusty west Texas town of Amarillo to the bright lights of L.A. One thing that hasn't changed is that fast-paced quick witted comedy that has kept audiences rolling in the aisles from the beginning. This is Kristin's 4th comedy album for Uproar.

Release Date for "I'm A Hooker" by Kristin Key is April 7, 2017.

"Perfect delivery." -- Gary Marshall - Last Comic Standing celebrity judge

"Hilarious! She's not afraid to improvise." -- Colorado Springs Independent

"Kristin Key is funny. And very original!" -- TheSeriousComedySite.com

"Perfect delivery!" -- a satisfied Pizza Hut customer.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time. With an unparalleled ear for comedic talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Learn More About Uproar: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Learn more about Kristin Key: http://www.kristinkey.com/

"I'm A Hooker" is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/im-a-hooker/id1197552201

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/slut-for-jesus

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/vBRgPlOHbb0

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "I'm A Hooker" by Kristin Key. Armed with her quick wit and her trusty guitar, the Texas native slings her signature goofy songs and hilarious jokes on her fourth collaboration with Uproar Entertainment.

UPROAR Entertainment releases Stand-Up Comedy CD by ALEX ELKIN – Unapologetic, Unexpected, and Undeniably Funny

LOS ANGELES, Calif., /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Live From Las Vegas" by Alex Elkin. Comedian Alex Elkin has a comedy style that is unique and true to himself. He is unapologetic, says what he thinks, delivers the unexpected, and knows what funny is.

In his own words, "I'm astounded by where material comes from!" He has a natural instinct that allows him to take random ideas and mirror his thoughts into relatable comedy bits for discerning audiences. Having worked with national acts such as Hannibal Buress, Ralphie May, Gabriel Iglesias, Pauly Shore and Carlos Mencia (just to name just a few), Alex has proven that he brings his A-game to every stage he sets foot on. His greatest inspiration in comedy is Brian Regan, who makes "thousands of people laugh just by talking about eating a sleeve of Fig Newtons."

Alex Elkin began his professional comedy career in the clubs of Hollywood California in '94 before he was old enough to be allowed in the front door. However his comedy journey started long before then. For as long as he can remember, he knew he wanted to make people laugh. At the tender age of 8, Alex used his natural gift for comedy to detach himself from the daily realities of his home life where his father was battling a serious disease. At school he used comedy to beat the bullies to the punchline, curry favor and avoid being hurt.

He listened repeatedly to his father's records of The Smothers Brothers, Steve Martin, Richard Pryor, and George Carlin. Before he really understood what it meant to be a "Comedian" he knew he wanted to be one. By the time he was 18, he was cracking jokes both on and off the boat while working as a skipper on the Jungle Cruise at the Disneyland Resort.

Alex Elkin has headlined "The Dirty@12:30," the #1 comedy show in Las Vegas; Harvey's in Portland; Reno/Tahoe Comedy Club; Improvs and more. In 2014 and 2015 he produced two cross-country tours. Better known as "Beans" on The Brickwall Comedy Show (#1 Afternoon Radio Show in Eugene Oregon) Alex Elkin is one of the three voices that act as potent laughing gas on radio station KLZS AM - All Comedy 1450, of which he is also owner. One of his partners, Chris Warren, notes that Elkin shines because of "his ability to adapt to an audience. He can read the audience and that's something that most comedians don't have the ability to do."

He worked as a writer/actor/director/producer on the TV show "Faces" on KLSR FOX-TV. Alex has been on "Last Comic Standing," E!'s "The Simple Life" (Season 5), TNT's "LEVERAGE" (Season 4 & 5), and on NBC's "GRIMM." Most recently he was the winner of the 2016 San Francisco Comedy Festival.

According to Alex: "For what it's worth I'd just like to say that if you work at something long enough, put in the work and don't take the short cuts...eventually opportunity will meet you at your skill level and success is sure to follow. On the other hand, in comedy nothing is ever fair, nothing ever makes sense and don't take it personally."

"Funny stuff." - Hannibal Buress.
"This guy's pretty funny." - Ralphie May.
"I literally laughed so hard I peed." - Comedy Club Guest.

Release Date: February 10, 2017.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time. With an unparalleled ear for comedic talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Learn More About Uproar:
http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/

Learn more about Alex Elkin:
http://www.alexelkin.com/

"Live From Las Vegas" is available on iTunes at:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/live-from-las-vegas/id1183479951

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/skinny-bitches

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/wCp3_Al1hy0.

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of "Live From Las Vegas" by Alex Elkin. Comedian Alex Elkin has a comedy style that is unique and true to himself. He is unapologetic, says what he thinks, delivers the unexpected, and knows what funny is.

‘Chillennial’ by Feraz Ozel Debuts at No. 9 on Billboard Comedy Chart

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Uproar Entertainment is proud to announce that "Chillennial" by Feraz Ozel has debuted at #9 on The Billboard Comedy Chart in its first week of release. The Billboard Comedy Chart lists the week's top selling comedy albums ranked by sales data as compiled by Nielsen Music.

Upon learning that that his first recorded Comedy CD exploded on the scene, Feraz responded: "As a child who watched too much VH 1, I learned two things every artist should strive for - one, charting on Billboard's top 10 and two, avoiding heroin. So far, so good!"

David Drozen, President of Uproar Entertainment and producer of the CD states: "I knew Feraz was special the very first time I saw him perform at The World Series of Comedy in 2013. I told him then that I wanted to record him. He said he wasn't ready. So I waited until he was. It was worth the wait. Could just be another Grammy nomination coming!"

Feraz has a successful podcast INFOdels that has been listed by iTunes as a top 10 "New and Noteworthy" podcast and has been featured on the front page of iTunes numerous times.

A few of Feraz's comedic influences include Greg Giraldo and Jon Stewart, who touch upon big sociopolitical issues, as well as guys like Nick Swardson who see the beauty in a good dick joke. Feraz is known for keeping the energy fun and light throughout his show, rarely taking himself or any situation too seriously. His next joke is just as likely to be something that will make you think, as it is an insane party story about his mushroom trip in Thailand.

He creates an honest environment, and audiences can't help but feel as though they're spending an evening with a friend they've known for years. His style is highly unique, and unlike anything you've seen before. If you're lucky, he may even pull out his guitar and hit a few musical numbers.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for comedic talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Follow Uproar:
http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/.

Learn more about Feraz Ozel:
http://www.OzelComedy.com/.

"Chillennial" by Feraz Ozel is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chillennial/id1166328116

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/51QqfcD02zrvT8A8EBP1Vv

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/uKCwkJR9e5w

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Uproar Entertainment is proud to announce that "Chillennial" by Feraz Ozel has debuted at #9 on The Billboard Comedy Chart in its first week of release. The Billboard Comedy Chart lists the week's top selling comedy albums ranked by sales data as compiled by Nielsen Music.

Uproar Entertainment releases new stand-up comedy CD ‘Chillennial’ by Feraz Ozel, uniquely Hilarious, Passionate and Brilliant

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Feraz Ozel, a "brown" comedian, is a light-hearted performer driven by passion, and intelligence, says Uproar Entertainment. His is a diverse and energetic brand of insightful comedy that connects with people from all walks of life. He prides himself on putting on a show that will make you laugh till it hurts, think about a few new things, and remember that regardless of our vast differences, we can all come together for a night of comedy.

Feraz Ozel's road to comedy was far from ordinary. When you are born and raised in California, but with an Afghani-Pakistani background, the stage is set for an unusual life. He started doing stand-up at age 20 while in his second year at the University of CA, San Diego (where he graduated magna cum laude). At the time, he was focused on law school and a life in politics. But somewhere between interning for Arnold Schwarzenegger in D.C., international law courses in Budapest, and backpacking through Europe, Feraz realized that stand-up comedy was in fact his true calling. He wanted to make people laugh and enjoy life, and also open people's minds to new ideas and perspectives.

At age 21 Feraz turned down several law school offers, and acceptance into the CIA (yes, THAT CIA), and geared himself towards becoming the best comic he could be. During the day, he was a passionate fitness trainer, but every night he eagerly looked for a mic, like a crackhead searching for his next fix. At the same time, Feraz understood the value of enriching one's life. After all, how could he expect to connect with people and challenge ideas, if he didn't seek opportunities to expand his perspectives and life experience? So, he made it a point to travel as much as possible, often setting up international comedy tours along the way. Since then, Feraz has traveled through 4 continents, sharing laughs, ideas and friendships with people in 24 countries.

Feraz quickly rose to the highest ranks in the San Diego comedy scene and in 2012 he moved to Los Angeles. Since that time he's become a regular at nearly every major club in Los Angeles, including the Comedy Store and The Hollywood Improv. He's been seen on national television on "2 Broke Girls," "Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen," and "The Doctors" on CBS, as well as featured in Hulu's "Coming to the Stage," The Atlantic Magazine and the LA Times. In 2014 he was chosen to be a part of NBC's prestigious Stand up for Diversity showcase in San Francisco. In January 2016, he was selected out of 2,000 applicants to be one of twenty performers in, as well as a writer for, CBS's "Diversity Showcase," in which CBS promotes comedians they believe to be the stars of tomorrow. Feraz won the Funzine Comedy Competition in Budapest, Hungary, and the San Diego's Funniest Person competition. Feraz is a part of Ahmed Ahmed's Next Generation of Evil comedy tour, the sequel to the Axis of Evil which aired on Comedy Central and Showtime.

His podcast INFOdels is gaining immense popularity, and was listed by iTunes as a top 10 "New and Noteworthy" podcast, allowing it to be featured on the front page of iTunes numerous times.

A few of Feraz's comedic influences include Greg Giraldo and Jon Stewart, who touch upon big sociopolitical issues, as well as guys like Nick Swardson who see the beauty in a good dick joke. Feraz is known for keeping the energy fun and light throughout his show, rarely taking himself or any situation too seriously. His next joke is just as likely to be something that will make you think, as it is an insane party story about his mushroom trip in Thailand. He creates an honest environment, and audiences can't help but feel as though they're spending an evening with a friend they've known for years. His style is highly unique, and unlike anything you've seen before. If you're lucky, he may even pull out his guitar and hit a few musical numbers.

Release Date: January 13, 2017.

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for comedic talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Follow Uproar:

http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/
* https://www.facebook.com/UproarComedy/
* @UproarComedy
* https://www.instagram.com/uproarcomedy/
* https://www.youtube.com/user/UproarComedy

Learn more about Feraz Ozel:
http://www.OzelComedy.com

* https://twitter.com/FerazOzel?lang=en
* https://www.facebook.com/FerazOzel
* http://apple.co/1Nkh9R9
* https://soundcloud.com/uproarcomedycd/handicapped-stall

"Chillennial" by Feraz Ozel is available on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chillennial/id1166328116

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/uKCwkJR9e5w

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Feraz Ozel, a "brown" comedian, is a light-hearted performer driven by passion, and intelligence, says Uproar Entertainment. His is a diverse and energetic brand of insightful comedy that connects with people from all walks of life. He prides himself on putting on a show that will make you laugh till it hurts, think about a few new things, and remember that regardless of our vast differences, we can all come together for a night of comedy.

Jailed Actor Steve Comisar Ranked in Top One Percent of All Social Media Influencers by Klear

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Steve Comisar is not your average celebrity felon. Comisar is the only Hollywood actor on earth that is also a famous con man. With over 700K Twitter followers and over one million YouTube views, he is a social media phenom.

Klear.com is the leading source for rating all celebrity social media accounts. Last week Klear rated Steve Comisar in the top one percent of all social media influencers in the world. But here's the hook, Comisar acquired his entire following while serving his prison sentence. As an inmate Comisar has more Twitter followers than most famous actors who have ten times more acting credits and never spent a day in jail.

Comisar's publicist, Laura Levine, said, "Love him or hate him, Steve Comisar is planning a comeback in a very big way. There's really nobody quite like him in Hollywood. If his social media popularity is an indicator of his future success, there will be no stopping him."

Comisar began acting at a very young age and has appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and commercials. He will be released from prison this year and is planning to relaunch his acting career in Los Angeles.

Other celebrities who served prison time are Mark Wahlberg, Tim Allen, Robert Downey Jr, Wesley Snipes, Martha Stewart, Christian Slater, and Danny Trejo.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Laura Levine, Publicist
Celebrity News LLC
CelebrityNewsPR@gmail.com

Online References:
Klear Social Media Ratings: http://klear.com/profile/SteveComisar.

Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveComisar.
Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveComisarFanPage.

Official IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0131409/.

Official Wikia: http://steve-comisar.wikia.com/wiki/Steve_Comisar.

Official Website: http://www.stevecomisar.com/.

Videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/SteveC9689/videos/.

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Steve Comisar is not your average celebrity felon. Comisar is the only Hollywood actor on earth that is also a famous con man. With over 700K Twitter followers and over one million YouTube views, he is a social media phenom.

Legendary Comedienne Marsha Warfield Headlines Funny Lady Hope Flood’s 5th Annual Comics Rock! Convention

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 29, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Five years of funny is no small feat when you are a female in a male dominated industry coordinating an annual comedy fest. In fact, it is literally not a joke. But comedienne Hope Flood has handled it with amazing finesse and style as her Comics Rock! Convention returns, April 26 to 30 at J. Anthony Brown's JSpot Comedy Club, located 5581 W Manchester Boulevard in Westchester, CA. Celebrating five fun-infused years, Comics Rock! Convention has become a "must attend" industry event with its presentation of workshops and seminars for aspiring comedians, actors and producers, where they network and showcase their talents.

Legendary funny lady Marsha Warfield will headline the festivities moderating the highly anticipated "Comics Rock! Forum" from noon to 2 p.m. PT on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at the JSpot Comedy Club and she will celebrity host a Comedy Night Showcase later that evening, starting at 9 p.m. at The Ha Ha Cafe at 4712 Lankershim Blvd. in North Hollywood. The "Comics Rock! Forum" is a special gathering where up and comers have the opportunity to ask questions and seek counsel from veteran talent.

Marsha Warfield is possibly best remembered for her 1986-92 role of Roz Russell on the popular NBC sitcom, "Night Court." Warfield's Comics Rock! Convention appearances are part of her resurgence on the scene after a 20-year hiatus.

This year's highlights also include an "Awards Dinner and Special Tribute to Michael Williams," the founder of the Comedy Act Theater, on Friday, April 29, starting at 7 p.m. at the Regency West located at 3339 W. 43rd St. in Los Angeles. An after party will conclude the affair. The "Comics Rock the Court Celebrity Basketball Game" also returns this year on Saturday, April 30, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Jesse Owens Park, 9651 S. Western Avenue in Los Angeles.

Comedians Luenell ("Katt Williams: American Hustle"), Shang (BET's "Comic View"), Cocoa Butter (Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse) and Paul Mooney's sons, the Mooney Twins (Bravo's "Newlyweds: The First Year) are just a sampling of the talent scheduled to present workshops and seminars. Workshops will include "Comedy 101" offered by Hope Flood; "Writing & Performance Technique" by Greg Dean; "The Art of Stand Up Comedy" with David Arnold and Attorney Antavius Weems' "How to Inc U."

Celebrity hosted comedy club showcases will cap each evening and will be held at some of Los Angeles' hottest mainstream comedy clubs, including the Ha Ha Cafe in North Hollywood, the JSpot Comedy Club and Sal's Comedy Hole in West Hollywood.

As the founder of Females in Comedy Association (FICA), Flood originally introduced the comedy convention as the "Females in Comedy Convention," before expanding her vision to embrace both genders. With FICA however, she still continues to offer female comedians tools for networking, mentoring and collaborating, as well as fueling awareness for comediennes in the entertainment industry. Comics Rock! Convention continues to honor females in comedy this year with a special day of gifting and pampering at the "Pamper Me Soiree" on April 26 at the JSpot.

"It has been five years now and each year I'm inspired because not only does Comics Rock! Convention continue to grow, but more and more comedians are looking to us to be that resource that replenishes them each year. I feel that too many people take 'funny' for granted, like it doesn't require work, skill and dedication. Comedians work hard to make people laugh and I am humbled to be able to provide this annual haven for our community. Five years is a wonderful milestone for me," reveals Hope.

Hope Flood has always possessed a vision beyond the punch line. Early on in her career she published the first nationally distributed comedy magazine, "Comedy, the Magazine." Her original weekly showcases were training grounds for talent like Jamie Foxx and Chris Tucker early in their careers. She has served as an on-air radio personality on Dallas' KRNB 105.7 radio with BJ & The Morning Show and has appeared on the Russell Simmons' HBO All-Star Def Comedy Jam, Comedy Central's "Comic Groove" hosted by Tracy Morgan, and "Comics Unleashed Hot Chocolate with Byron Allen," to name a few.

Hope has been a semi-finalist in the Old English 800 Women's Comedy Crunch and a two-time semi-finalist in the Bay Area Black Comedy Competition. Her appearances also include ten seasons on BET's "Comicview" where she won her own one hour "Grandstand Comedy Jam Special" and she was later picked as one of BET's 39 "Most Favorite Comedians."

Hope's razor-sharp wit and amazing acuity to uncover the joke in everyday life scenarios keeps her at the forefront of comedy. For registration and more information regarding sponsorship, vendors or attendance, go to http://www.comicsrockconvention.com/ .

*PHOTO Caption: Marsha Warfield and Hope Flood.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Makeda Smith
Jazzmyne Public Relations
E-mail: makeda@jazzmynepr.com
Phone: 323-380-8819
Web: www.jazzmynepr.com

Twitter: #ComicRockConvention @HOPEFLOOD @makedaqueen

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Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by Brett Hamil

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 8, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of Brett Hamil's first comedy CD "GROWER" on February 12, 2016.

Recorded in front of a live audience at the The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Washington, this CD packs a hilarious, socially conscious brand of comedy that gets people both thinking and laughing. In his punchy, fast-moving act Hamil talks about sex, psychedelics, his "dog entourage," marrying into secular Judaism, and what it means to feel trapped in one's beard.

After dabbling in just about every creative outlet he could think of, Brett Hamil settled on stand-up nine years ago, and he's been going hard at it ever since. A self-professed runt, Brett discovered early on that the strategic use of comedy could keep even the most diligent bully at bay. Son of a Southern preacher and a stay-at-home mom, Brett always felt an undercurrent of anti-authoritarianism, and continues to use comedy to channel his unabashed rage into wit that relates to the masses.

Brett honed his comedic voice in unorthodox venues in and around Seattle, Washington, as well as on tour all over the U.S. and Canada. He has been featured at Bumbershoot Arts and Music Festival (Seattle), Bridgetown Comedy Festival (Portland) and the Northwest Comedy Fest (Vancouver). When he is not touring, Brett stays busy producing sketch videos which have received hundreds of thousands of views and appeared on websites like Upworthy and the Daily Dot.

His political commentary videos have earned him a local following and spun off into a semi-monthly talk show, "The Seattle Process with Brett Hamil." Brett has built a following as regular columnist and cartoonist for City Arts Magazine. The Seattle Weekly said, "Hamil stands as the city's premiere political comic." The Stranger called him "a truly treasured ham."

About Uproar Entertainment:

Uproar Entertainment is committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for undiscovered talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

Uproar Website: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/ .

Learn more about Brett Hamil:
Brett Hamil Website: http://www.BrettHamil.com/ .

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.hamil .
Tumblr: http://bretthamil.tumblr.com/ .
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettmenow/ .

Video: https://youtu.be/Z7UVN3o2Io4 .

Brett Hamil YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/bretthamil .

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Twitter: @UproarComedy @BrettHamil

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