Bobby Collins: Veteran Comedian at the Improv
Chicago Improv of Schaumburg (5 Woodfield Mall Road Schaumburg, IL 60173)
- Full Price:
- $22.00
- Our Price:
- $11.00*
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All offers for Comedian Bobby Collins have expired.
The last date listed for Comedian Bobby Collins was Sunday August 21, 2011 / 7:00pm.
Currently at Chicago Improv of Schaumburg:
Comedian Ralph Harris (Last Comic Standing, On Our Own)
- Full Price:
- $17.00 - $20.00
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- $8.50 - $10.00
A true double-threat, actor-comedian Ralph Harris has made it big as both an actor and a stand-up. Harris' acting career was the first to take off, with a starring role on '90s TGIF sitcom On Our Own and guest spots on Seinfeld, Living Single and more. He's gone on to feature film work, including appearances in Dreamgirls and Evan Almighty. Always a stand-up at heart, Harris has had specials on Comedy Central and HBO, appeared all over late-night TV, and competed as a finalist on Last Comic Standing. His act pulls from his real life and large family, and often finds Harris slipping in and out of hilarious characters. Learn More
3 Goldstar Member Reviews
jml
Very funny show! Topical. Occasional f bombs. I would highly recommend.Written on Aug 24 2011
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Michael Gregory
As expected, very funny guy. Some members of the audience were rude, making it difficult to hear at times.Written on Aug 22 2011
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Goldstar Member
Bobby was great. In a day when most comedians think using foul langage makes them funny Bobby could show them what real comedy is all about. I would go again.Written on Aug 22 2011
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More Information About Comedian Bobby Collins
Description
Bobby Collins has a job that people always laugh at. As one of today's leading and most sought-after comedic talents, his heartfelt humor engages audiences with a clever blend of characterizations and hilarious observations that everyone can relate to.
He takes the funny business very seriously -- from starring in his own Showtime special and being Rosie O'Donnell's pick to host VH1's Stand-Up Spotlight, to opening for such names as Cher, Dolly Parton, Julio Iglesias and Tony Bennett, to name a few. Topping Collins' first comedy CD On The Inside, which showcased his wide-ranging observational material, his second CD Out Of Bounds earned a Grammy nomination.
While live stage performances in New York, Las Vegas, and Atlantic City are forever expanding his list of faithful followers, he has also appeared in five feature films and numerous television shows. Growing up in a large family in a rough neighborhood of Queens, NY, Collins knew he wanted to be a comedian when everyone gathered to watch the Ed Sullivan show and the laughs never ceased. "At school I was a total class clown," he recalls. "I used my wit and humor to get out of fights and doing homework."
One could say comedy was Collins' destiny. He was named after his father's favorite comedian, Bob Hope. "I've never seen Bob Hope perform. But when I was appearing in Philadelphia for the first time, a newspaper reporter from New York City caught my act and liked it so much he decided put me on the cover of the paper's weekend section. Lost in the cover's corner was a tiny picture of Bob Hope. While I was visiting with friends in the local restaurant, a black limousine pulled up and the driver handed me a manila envelope. Inside was a signed photo of Bob Hope along with a note saying 'how dare you get top billing on a weekend,' with a happy face written in. I still have it to this day," he said.
Collins has a way about him that commands attention and exudes confidence. Tall, with dark, curly hair, his gift of gab landed him a job with Calvin Klein when a company executive saw Collins sell Klein's wife some jewelry at the Garment Center in Manhattan. One year later, at age 26 he was atop the corporate ranks as vice president for the fashion company, all the while moonlighting as a comic.
Breaking into the comedy circuit came when, after chatting up the bartender at Manhattan's premiere comedy club, Collins found himself on stage at Catch A Rising Star. He continued to hone his skills until finally arriving on the Las Vegas scene. He gave up Calvin Klein to realize his passion as a comedian, and it's been a riot ever since.
"Making someone laugh for a few minutes of their day is a very gratifying experience," Collins says. "They may be going through a difficult time in their life and may not have laughed for quite awhile. I appreciate those moments when I help make a difference by connecting in a positive way." With reverence to his favorite entertainment icons, he describes his comedic style as a combination of the physical movement of Jerry Lewis, the sleek, good looks of Dean Martin, and the heart of George Burns.
Collins hopes to continue doing what he loves — performing. Whether its clubs or corporate gatherings, it's non stop laughter. He says,"Laughing can be a stress reliever. And when I interact with the audience, they see new things about their everyday world that make them smile. It's a release."
About the Ticket Supplier: Chicago Improv of Schaumburg
The Improv recently opened the doors of its 25th club. This spectacular new club seats 500, with a corporate skybox accommodating up to 50 people, a corporate meeting room, and a first class dinner menu with a full bar. From the state of the art sound system to the nation's top headliners, Chicago-area residents and visitors can now see firsthand our commitment to delivering the ultimate comedy experience.