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Rivers Comedy Superstars

Friday, November 6 · 8 p.m. · The Event Center at Rivers Casino Des Plaines - Complex

8 p.m.
When
  • Friday, November 6 · 8 p.m.
Where
The Event Center at Rivers Casino Des Plaines - Complex3000 South River Road · Des Plaines, IL · 60018
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About this event

Prepare yourself for a special night of laughter at Rivers Casino as some of Chicago's funniest comedians - Blake Burkhart, Kellye Howard and Xavier Lamont - take the stage as Rivers Comedy Superstars! This intimate venue ensures every seat is perfect for capturing every moment of these side-splitting observations. Tickets are limited for this must-see showcase, so get yours today!

House MC Matt Drufke, welcomes the following comedians:

Blake Burkhart: A comedian and writer from Chicago’s north side. He is a regular at all Chicago Clubs and local showcases, and regularly headlines at comedy clubs throughout the Midwest.

Kellye Howard: A multi-faceted star in Chicago comedy. Her one-woman show, Crazy or Nah?, sold out Steppenwolf theater for four consecutive dates. In 2025, she recorded her special, 27 Hyenas. She also appears as Kendra on the Starz show Power Book IV: Force.

Xavier Lamont: A staple in the Chicago comedy community for over 15 years. He has performed at Zanies, The Laugh Factory, The Improv and countless other stages in the area.

The show will also have special guest Ted Wilson.

On Sale: Friday, October 2

Event Date: Friday, November 6

Doors open at 7:30PM. Show begins at 8PM.

Must be 21+ to enter.

Listed by DoStuff: Chicago, IL, gathered by the Evanston events calendar.