The Upright Citizens Brigade is considered one of the premier producers of comedic talent in the nation, with Horatio Sanz, Amy Poehler, Rob Corddry, Ed Helms and Rob Riggle included among its alumni. The tour features talented New York and Los Angeles comedians and is recommended for people age 16 and older. The event is part of WCU’s 2012-13 Arts and Cultural Events Performance Series.
General admission tickets are $5. Tickets are available through the Bardo Arts Center box-office in person, 828.227.2479 or www.bardoartscenter.wcu.edu.
828.227.3622 or www.ace.wcu.edu.
Upright Citizens Brigade will bring its comedy theater to Western Carolina University with a show at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 in the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center.
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