Atlanta Improv Hosts Military Supply Drive

December 4, 2014 | Leave a Comment

MILITARY DRIVE FLYERThrough December 18th, anyone who brings military provisions to the Atlanta Improv for those serving overseas during the holidays will receive two free tickets to any non-special Improv event through December 30th, 2015. Suggested donations include DVDs, books, magazines, board games, cards, energy bars, socks, workout clothes, undershirts, deodorant, candy, cigarettes, and more. Additionally, military personnel and their families also have the opportunity to see the Michael Kosta show on Thursday, December 11th 8pm at no charge with valid military ID.

“With a military boyfriend who is deported for a year, I understand how hard it is for him to live without day to day necessities,” said organizer Sarah Spicer. “I started this drive to do something for the men and women that serve our county to make their holidays a little brighter.”

The Improv was founded by Budd Friedman in New York in 1963 and has the Who’s Who of American comedy. The Atlanta Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre features national touring comics as well as Open Mic each week. Upcoming acts include Michael Kosta 12/11-12/13, Norm Macdonald 12/18-12/20, Reformed Whores 12/26-12/27, Owen Benjamin 12/31 & 1/2 -1/3, Brian Posehn 1/8-1/10, Harland Williams 1/22- 1/24, Sebastian Maniscalco and 1/29-1/31.

Donations will be accepted at 56 E Andrews Drive NW Suite 12 or at the Atlanta Improv during normal business hours. For more information about the military drive and a full calendar, visit www.theimprovatlanta.com.

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Q100 to Host New Year’s Eve Celebration at the District

November 25, 2014 | Leave a Comment

NYE AT THE DISTRICT FINALQ100 presents Buckhead’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Celebration at the District. Q100′s DJ Johnny O will host and broadcast live at Andrews Entertainment District on New Year’s Eve. It will feature Buckhead’s only Ball Drop with a light show and confetti cannons for the Countdown in the Courtyard as well as party favors for all guests, not to mention a chance to win an all-inclusive stay in Mexico. There will also be 2 DJs with DJ Huda Hudia as well as live entertainment with KBM/Kontraband Muzik at Andrews Upstairs and DJ Tommy Who in the East Andrews courtyard. On sale at www.andrewsdistrict.com, tickets are $25 through Christmas, $30 until December 29th, $35 on December 30th and $40 on New Year’s Eve. VIP Tables are also available in select venues.

“We are proud to offer complimentary admission to the NYE Celebration with advance dinner reservations at Cellar 56, Czar Ice Bar or Stillhouse,” said Andrews Entertainment District President Stephen de Haan. “Additionally, Owen Benjamin is performing three comedy shows that evening at the Atlanta Improv which also includes complimentary NYE admission to the District.”

Located in the heart of Buckhead, Andrews Entertainment District is a world class destination with exceptional dining, entertainment, and nightlife scene. With diverse and distinct venues, conveniently located in over 30,000 square feet under one roof, Andrews Entertainment District is the home of East Andrews, Atlanta Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre, Cellar 56, Czar Ice Bar,  Stillhouse Craft Burgers & Moonshine,  Andrews Upstairs, Prohibition, and Sal’s Pizzeria. Featuring Atlanta’s hottest DJs, live entertainment, the best cocktails, and a lively bar scene, Andrews Entertainment District is where Atlanta goes out for a night out on the town.

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or complimentary media passes, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Andrews Entertainment District or to purchase tickets, visit www.andrewsdistrict.com.

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The Improv Opens by Bringing Top Comedians to Atlanta

October 22, 2012 | Leave a Comment

Owen Benjamin

Sushi from Czar Ice Bar

The Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre hosted a Media and Concierge Showing last Thursday evening at the 4000 square foot venue. Improv Founding Partner Budd Friedman was in town from Los Angeles to meet, greet and catch the hilarious show by comedian Owen Benjamin of TBS’ Sullivan and Sons. Atlanta’s up and comer Jamie Ward served as host for the evening and funnyman Gene Pompa garnered laughs on the Improv’s trademark brick walled stage.  Another highlight of the evening was a surprise closing act by famed comedian George Wallace. While enjoying the show, guests dined on cuisine from the kitchens of surrounding Andrews Entertainment District restaurants that included bistro plates from Cellar 56, pub fare from Stout Irish Sports Pub and scrumptious sushi from Czar Ice Bar. The evening was complete with upscale cocktails with favorites from Prohibition, East Andrews and Czar.

Upcoming acts: 
October 25-27: Henry Cho from Comedy Central’s What’s That Clickin’ Noise

November 1-3: Bobby Slayton (Pitbull of Comedy)
November 8-10:  Lachlan Patterson from Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham
November 23-24: Theo Von from Yahoo!’s popular daily recap show, Primetime in No Time
November 29-December 1: Maryellen Hooper as seen on Jay Leno, Dennis Miller shows
December 6-8: Sean Patton as seen on Conan and Jimmy Fallon shows

George Wallace

The Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre opened in Atlanta on October 4th. Perhaps best known for its A&E network show An Evening at the Improv, the legendary comedy club was founded by Budd Friedman in New York in 1963.  Expanding in 1975, the renowned club debuted its second location on Melrose Avenue in Hollywood, California. For almost a half century, The Improv Comedy Clubs have remained the premiere stages for live comedy. Over the decades, the talent who has played center stage represents the Who’s Who of American comedy, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Freddie Prinz, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham, and Dave Chappelle.

Budd Friedman

“After researching the Atlanta market and geographical areas, we decided Buckhead was a great start to our expansion plans into Georgia. We were thrilled to pick Andrews Entertainment District in the heart of Buckhead as our 24th U.S. location,” said Budd Friedman and Mark Lonow, partners of the Improv. “With eight other well managed nightlife establishments in the same location, Andrews Entertainment District was the perfect fit for us.”

“Our vision started 10 years ago when we opened East Andrews Café & Bar with a goal of creating a place where all ages could enjoy dining, entertainment, and nightlife in one spot,” said Stephen de Haan, President of Andrews Entertainment District. “What an honor, 10 years later to attract such a strong national brand as the Improv into the district.”

Located at 56 East Andrews Drive NW in Buckhead, The Atlanta Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre shows run Thursday-Saturday with doors opening at 7pm and shows starting at 8pm. More information, upcoming acts and tickets can be found at www.theimprovatlanta.com

 

 

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