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Raise the Woof Fundraiser

Brian Atkinson is performing for the Comedian Company at the Raise the Woof fundraiser for Hearts of Hope Dog Rescue, Friday, November 14.
Date: November 14, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: The Stache inside The Intersection - 133 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Brian Atkinson is performing for the Comedian Company at the Raise the Woof fundraiser for Hearts of Hope Dog Rescue, Friday, November 14.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Hearts of Hope Dog Rescue

Hearts of Hope Dog Rescue is a non-profit organization made up of dedicated foster families devoted to helping homeless and unwanted dogs find loving, forever homes where they can happily live out the rest of their lives. Since our beginning in 2011, more than 2,000 animals have been adopted to loving forever homes. With your help, we will save many, many more.
Raise The Woof Fundraiser

The Stache

The Intersection — West Michigan’s Live Music Legend since 1972. For 50 years, The Intersection has provided West Michigan with the best local and national live music and entertainment. Located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, The Intersection offers five stages — the Showroom with 1,500 capacity, Elevation with 800 capacity, The Stache with 400 capacity, The Mint with 200 capacity, and our outdoor Rock the Lot stage at 2,200.
133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW.
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503

The Comedian Company

The Comedian Company Has Affordable Local and National Comedians For Your Next Event. The Comedian Company is the largest comedian booking agency and we want to help you hire a comedian for an event. Whether you want a Clean Comedian, R-Rated Comedian, or someone in the middle – We will help you hire the right comedian. We’ll even email you sample videos to choose from before you book. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a big city or a small town we have comedians in your area! With over 2,000 local and national comedians we for sure have the right comedians for you. Call or email us and one of our friendly and knowledgeable agents will go over all the details. We make hiring a comedian easy!

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Comedian Company – Wayland Active Seniors

Brian Atkinson is performing at a Comedian Company show at for Wayland Active Seniors on Wednesday, November 12 at the Wayland-Union Schools Administration Building.
Date: November 12, 2025
Time: 1:15 pm
Location: Wayland, MI
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Brian Atkinson is performing at a Comedian Company show at for Wayland Active Seniors on Wednesday, November 12 at the Wayland-Union Schools Administration Building.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

The Comedian Company

The Comedian Company Has Affordable Local and National Comedians For Your Next Event. The Comedian Company is the largest comedian booking agency and we want to help you hire a comedian for an event. Whether you want a Clean Comedian, R-Rated Comedian, or someone in the middle – We will help you hire the right comedian. We’ll even email you sample videos to choose from before you book. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a big city or a small town we have comedians in your area! With over 2,000 local and national comedians we for sure have the right comedians for you. Call or email us and one of our friendly and knowledgeable agents will go over all the details. We make hiring a comedian easy!

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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Comedy Outlet Mondays

Brian Atkinson on Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project, a weekly variety show featuring improv, sketch, standup, and other experimental comedy. 
Date: November 10, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: The Comedy Project - 540 Leonard Street NW, Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Brian Atkinson on Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Comedy Outlet - all of this for just $5!

Brian Atkinson performs at Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project. Comedy Outlet Mondays (COM) is a weekly variety show featuring improv, sketch, standup, and other experimental comedy acts, followed by a free improv jam. This staple for locals and visitors takes place at The Comedy Project on the Westside of Grand Rapids. Audiences can look forward to a stage full of talent, special events, and a free improv jam for all skill levels after the show.
Doors open at 6:30pm
Show begins at 7:00pm

Brian Atkinson performs at Comedy Outlet Mondays at The Comedy Project, a weekly variety show featuring improv, sketch, standup, and other experimental comedy.

Monday, November 10, 2025
7:00pm Show

The Comedy Project
540 Leonard Street NW
Suite B
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Comedy Outlet Mondays is also on Facebook.

Bring some Lincoln’s ($5) to get in and enjoy some Drink Specials!
Doors 6:30pm
Show 7:00pm
Jam 8:15pm

Brian Atkinson - Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Comedy for a Cause

Brian Atkinson is performing at a Comedy for a Cause fundraising show with Joe Lane, Rick Vuyst, Terri DeBoer, and Matt Sharpe on Saturday, November 8.
Date: November 8, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Oakhill Presbyterian Church - 1930 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
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Brian Atkinson is performing at a Comedy for a Cause fundraising show with Joe Lane, Rick Vuyst, Terri DeBoer, and Matt Sharpe on Saturday, November 8.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Comedy for a Cause!

Join us for a hilarious night of clean comedy to support Loving Kay Refij, a non-profit serving widows and orphans in Haiti. Enjoy side-splitting laughs from some of West Michigan's top comedians while raising funds for their important work. It's a great night of comedy for ages 13+, filled with joy, connection, and inspiration.

6:00pm Doors Open
6:40pm VIP Meet and Greet
7:00pm Show Starts!

Oakhill Presbyterian Church
1930 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505

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Meet The Comedians

Hosted by Joe Lane
Feature Rick Vuyst
Feature Terri Deboer
Feature Matt Sharpe
Headliner Brian Atkinson

Joe Lane - Host

Joe Lane is the Senior Pastor/Founder at New Life Christian Center of Muskegon. He's a former Teacher/Assistant Principal at Reeths-Puffer Schools, and Orchard View Schools. Joe is a talented musician and has performed comedy all around West Michigan. Joe recently debuted at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City.

Rick Vuyst - Feature

Rick Vuyst is a self-made "Entre-manure" willing to get his hands dirty and put himself out there like the fledgling spring blooms in a late spring frost. Rick is CEO of Flowerland stores Grand Rapids Michigan with 3 garden centers serving the West Michigan area. Rick is host of the Flowerland show on NewsRadio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM and nationally on IHeart radio as "Phil Dirt" "heducating" and entertaining audiences for 25 years. Rick has also been the "Mr Green Thumb" for WZZM TV 13 the West Michigan ABC television affiliate for over 20 years. Rick is a writer for Women's Lifestyle Magazine and a blogger on his personal site thankyouverymulch.com. In addition to gardening Rick is a health enthusiast, avid runner and loves photography on the Lake Michigan shoreline and in the garden where he lives in West Michigan.

Terri DeBoer - Feature

Terri DeBoer has only recently started performing standup comedy, and less-recently “un-retired” from her more than 30 years at WOOD TV8 and is excited to be the newest member of the Fox 17 weather team. After spending a little more than a year away from broadcasting, Terri realized something was missing from her life. Terri’s primary shift is West Michigan’s “wake up” weather Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays.

Matt Sharpe - Feature

Drawing from his training and experience as a licensed psychotherapist, a comedian, and a former bodyguard, Matt delivers humor-infused, practically transformative talks and training. Matthew Sharpe, LLPC is a licensed therapist providing counseling in Muskegon and the surrounding West Michigan area. He specializes in family counseling, career counseling, psychotherapy, spiritual direction, life coaching and consulting, and seminars and training. Laughter is healing!

Brian Atkinson - Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Clean Comedy Open Mic – Russo

Brian Atkinson is working out at a Clean Comedy Open Mic at Russo Italian Restaurant in Byron Center, MI at 7:30pm on Thursday, November 6.
Date: November 6, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Russo Italian Restaurant - 350 84th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Russo Italian Restaurant and Market

Brian Atkinson is working out at a Clean Comedy Open Mic at Russo Italian Restaurant in Byron Center, MI at 7:30pm on Thursday, November 6.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Russo Italian Restaurant + Market

Russo Ristorante and Mercato serves authentic Italian cuisine, small plates and excellent wines in a casual atmosphere. The mercato (market) is filled with carefully curated Italian and Mediterranean grocery products, mainly from family-owned, sustainable farms and manufacturers. Plus, a large collection of quality wines from the best American and European producers. Quality products and personal service!
Tanger Outlets
350 84th St SW
Byron Center, MI 49315

The dining room fills quickly. I recommend making a reservation with Russo Italian Restaurant to be sure you can see the show.

Brian Atkinson is working out at a Clean Comedy Open Mic at Russo Italian Restaurant in Byron Center, MI at 7:30pm on Thursday, November 6.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it's a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you'll love and brag about later.
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River City Saloon

Brian Atkinson at the River City Saloon Comedy Night - West side in Grand Rapids
Date: October 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: River City Saloon: 1152 Leonard St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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Brian Atkinson at the River City Saloon Comedy Night - West side in Grand Rapids.

Wednesday, October 29 at 9:00pm with lots of other funny people.

We've got comedy night here, right here at river city.
With a capital C and that rhymes with B and that that stands for Brian Atkinson!

Fantastic lineup!

River City Saloon
1152 Leonard St. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian, who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Bar Comedy USA – Colonial Heights, VA

Brian Atkinson is featuring at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show at Colonial Italian Restaurant, in Colonial Heights, VA on Saturday, October 25.
Date: October 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: Colonial Heights, VA
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Brian Atkinson is featuring for Joe Galletti at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show at Colonial Italian Restaurant (CIR), in Colonial Heights, VA on Saturday, October 25.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Joe Galletti

As seen on BET Comic View and America's Got Talent. Joe Galletti is known as the original bad boy of comedy. His in-your-face, no holding back style of comedy will have you at the edge of your seat laughing until your sides hurt.

Colonial Italian Restaurant

From our Humble beginnings to our new chapter it's always been about our family, by family we mean our customers. We are exited about our new menu and our new location. Our customers are already raving about their new spot in Colonial Heights. We have a full bar and a banquet room. Come join us today, and see what the fuss is all about!
Colonial Italian Restaurant (CIR)
2510 Boulevard
Colonial Heights VA 23834

Bar Comedy USA

Dedicated to entertaining the missed masses at small and growing nightclubs, taverns, and neighborhood bar & grills located in the nooks-and-crannies of America. The Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour™️ features the future stars of comedy and heavy-hitting headliners from all over the country. The material is made up of fast-paced, blue-collar-style stand-up comedy with quick & clever jokes and lots of audience interaction. Our shows are not raunchy by any means, but also not for the easily offended. This is why we bring our shows to bars & clubs, not churches and schools. Our performers are regularly heard and seen on a variety of multi-media from podcasts to cable networks to major motion pictures. Purchase tickets and get more details. Now more than ever, people everywhere need to get out, have some drinks, blow off steam, and share some laughs. The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour™️ will deliver the “Funniest Night of Your Life” at your local watering hole.

Brian Atkinson is featuring for Joe Galletti at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show at Colonial Italian Restaurant (CIR), in Colonial Heights, VA on Saturday, October 25.

Brian Atkinson - Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Derek Luna – Belleville Yacht Club

Brian Atkinson is featuring for Derek Luna at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show the Belleville Yacht Club on Saturday, October 18.
Date: October 18, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Belleville Yacht Club - 831 E Huron River Dr, Belleville, MI 48111
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Brian Atkinson is featuring for Derek Luna at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show the Belleville Yacht Club on Saturday, October 18.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Derek Luna

Living on the West coast and also the Midwest, Derek Luna has performed on some of comedy’s most iconic stages, including The Comedy Store, The Hollywood Improv and the Westside Comedy Theatre. He has performed at many festivals including the Savage Henry Comedy Festival in Humboldt CA and is one of the hosts of the World Series of Comedy. He is the 2018 winner of the Eliminator Comedy Challenge, and has toured extensively, opening up for Dusty Slay, Dave Keochner, Ali Wong, Theo Vonn and Maria Bamford to name a few. His unique blend of music, thought provoking comedy and absurdism makes for a truly unique show.

Belleville Yacht Club

The purpose of the BYC is to create a community of boat owners and water craft enthusiasts through events and social gatherings; to induct new boaters through youth and family programs that teach the basics of safe boating while giving access to a range of boating experiences; to pursue and encourage additional access to Belleville Lake; and to promote boating safety, expertise and knowledge through educational programs delivered by and to our membership.
Belleville Yacht Club
831 E Huron River Dr,
Belleville, MI 48111

Bar Comedy USA

Dedicated to entertaining the missed masses at small and growing nightclubs, taverns, and neighborhood bar & grills located in the nooks-and-crannies of America. The Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour™️ features the future stars of comedy and heavy-hitting headliners from all over the country. The material is made up of fast-paced, blue-collar-style stand-up comedy with quick & clever jokes and lots of audience interaction. Our shows are not raunchy by any means, but also not for the easily offended. This is why we bring our shows to bars & clubs, not churches and schools. Our performers are regularly heard and seen on a variety of multi-media from podcasts to cable networks to major motion pictures. Purchase tickets and get more details. Now more than ever, people everywhere need to get out, have some drinks, blow off steam, and share some laughs. The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour™️ will deliver the “Funniest Night of Your Life” at your local watering hole.

Brian Atkinson is featuring for Derek Luna at a Bar Comedy USA Pub & Grub Comedy Tour show the Belleville Yacht Club on Saturday, October 18.

Brian Atkinson - Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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North Kent Comedy – Gilda’s Club Fundraiser

Brian Atkinson performs for a North Kent Comedy Fundraiser show for Gilda's Club Grand Rapids at Flo's in Belmont, MI on Thursday, October 16.
Date: October 16, 2025
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: 1259 Post Dr NE, Belmont, MI 49306
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Brian Atkinson performs for a North Kent Comedy Fundraiser show for Gilda's Club Grand Rapids at Flo's in Belmont, MI on Thursday, October 16.

Featuring Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy.
Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022-2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he's working clean.

Tickets on Sale Now!An evening celebrating, honoring and raising funds for all those affected by breast cancer.

Headlining Kim Cook

Kim Cook is a quick witted southerner who now resides in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She also has the last name of something she does not do well. Kim loves discussing her British husband, being a dog mom and topical events. She is a Second City alum and has performed at Zanies, Coral Gables Comedy Club, Gilda’s LaughFest, Plano Comedy Festival, The Annoyance Theatre, The Comedy Arena, and Hyena’s Comedy Club to name a few.

Kim is a recent breast cancer survivor. Ticket proceeds go to Gilda's Club Grand Rapids.

Gilda's Club Grand Rapids

Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids is a vibrant free emotional health support community of children, adults, families and friends on any kind of cancer journey or those grieving a death due to any cause. Our comprehensive program meets you where you are, when you need us, with a variety of social and emotional support options for you to choose from. Whether it be education opportunities with local experts and others who have traveled similar paths, support groups with structured sharing times, or social activities.

North Kent Comedy Nights

Join us every month at Flo’s in Belmont, for a stand up comedy showcase.
All proceeds from tickets donated to local charities and causes! North Kent Comedy Nights is the first project from the boys at North Kent Comedy Productions. Join us the last Saturday of every month at Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar in Belmont, for a Comedy showcase unlike anything else in the area. We bring you some of the best Midwest talents, at a great local venue, and the best part is proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to a local charity or cause. Each show will feature a new lineup and a different charity to benefit. Check us out on Facebook for our schedule and lineups!

Flo's Pizzaria and Sports Bar

Flo’s was founded on April 29th, 2011 by Daniele and Davide Uccello. It was a dream the two brothers had ever since they started working for their father at an early age. Daniele has always had a passion for cooking and Davide has always had a passion for service. It was a match from day one! Davide was 19 and Daniele was 24 when the two brothers started talking about it. There was little support from anyone besides their father and mother Salvatore and Franca Uccello; others thought they were too young but­ the two Sicilian born brothers never gave up and after years of persistence it finally happened! Ever since then the two brothers and their management have been committed to providing excellent service and authentic Italian food at the right value. Lastly as you browse the menu you will be looking at recipes that have been brought to America from past generations. You will also be looking at recipes that have incorporated various local Michigan vendors.

Pizza at 7pm
Show at 8pm

1259 Post Dr NE,
Belmont, MI 49306

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle – Kevin Lepine

Brian Atkinson opens for Hypnosis Unleashed with Kevin Lepine - Sunday, October 12, 7pm at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle in Royal Oak, MI.
Date: October 12, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle - 310 South Troy Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067
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Brian Atkinson opens for Hypnosis Unleashed with Kevin Lepine - Sunday, October 12, 7pm at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle in Royal Oak, MI.

Special Event. No discounts, passes or Groupons. Two item minimum per person.

Brian Atkinson

The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian, and played a serial killer on TV, while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022 and 2023, World Series of Comedy 2023 and 2025 Wildcard 1st Place Winner and 2023-2025 Top 40 Comic, Funniest Person in Grand Rapids contest Audience Favorite, and Finalist in the Kingpin of Comedy.

Kevin Lepine

Winner of “Best of Vegas” and other awards Kevin Lepine is thrilling audiences nightly with his show Hypnosis Unleashed at the Four Queens Casino Hotel. Razor sharp comedy and outrageous hypnosis makes this the unforgettable show! “As racy as it is charming.” — Las Vegas Magazine. With a certification in hypnotherapy, Kevin is taking comedy hypnosis to a whole new level.
“I want my volunteers to have the time of their lives. The volunteers have even more fun than the audiences” Says Kevin.

Winner of “Best of Vegas”, the mayor’s office named Dec 10th “Kevin Lepine Day”. Come see why this is the show Yelp and TripAdvisor users have made the #1 Hypnosis show in Las Vegas! “You’re a superstar. What a show!” — Dicky Barrett, Jimmy Kimmel Live. You won’t stop laughing as your friends answer their shoes, fight for napkins, turn into rock stars and become the stars of the show. Through it all you will never forget Kevin Lepine!

Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle

Mark still handpicks the club’s talent, searching the entire country and Canada for the very best talent available. On any given night, audiences have seen surprise guests such as Ron White, Lewis Black, Keegan Michael Key, David Copperfield, Brian Regan, and many other comedians pop in to watch the show or do a guest set. Mark Ridley founded the three-comedian format which is a standard in today’s comedy club industry. Many of the local comedians come out of open mic night or through the comedy classes taught at Comedy Castle. Comedy Castle hosts many charity fundraisers for the metro Detroit area and it can provide faith based to PG 13 comedy acts. The Salvation Army has their annual “Comedy for A Cause” with Mark’s help in producing their show at the club each year.
310 South Troy Street
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Brian Atkinson is a Comedian

Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.

Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.

Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.

Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.

Bookings

Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.

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