News Summary

The Comedy Bar is set to open in Detroit on February 14, 2023, coinciding with Valentine’s Day. Located in The Norwood, the venue will feature a vintage atmosphere and diverse comedian lineups, aiming to foster community through humor. Co-owners Kyle and Sahar Lane look to expand locations while contributing positively to the local arts scene. The opening weekend will showcase notable comedians including Calvin Evans and Stef Dag, promising a lively entertainment experience.

Detroit Welcomes New Comedy Bar Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

A new comedy club, The Comedy Bar, is set to open in Detroit on February 14, 2023, coinciding with Valentine’s Day. The venue is located in the lower level of The Norwood, a restored historic site situated at 6531 Woodward Ave. in Detroit’s New Center area. This marks the first location of The Comedy Bar outside of its original home in Chicago, where it was founded in 2011.

The Comedy Bar’s co-owners, Kyle and Sahar Lane, who also run the original Chicago location, are excited to expand their business further. Their plans include establishing up to a dozen locations by the end of the year. Sahar Lane has expressed optimism about bringing the club to Detroit, highlighting the city’s supportive environment for small businesses and the arts.

Club Features and Entertainment Lineup

The Comedy Bar aims to present a diverse array of comedians from Detroit and other regions, focusing on humor as a shared aspect of communication that can bring people together. Kyle Lane indicated that the venue will feature an “art deco, Great Gatsby” atmosphere, designed to create an underground vibe reminiscent of New York comedy clubs.

The venue is capable of seating approximately 200 guests, and it will offer a craft cocktail menu. Guests will be required to make a minimum purchase of two items during their visit.

The opening weekend is set to showcase notable headliners, including:

• Calvin Evans on February 14-15, recognized for roles on NBC’s Chicago PD and Showtime’s Shameless.
• Stef Dag on February 21-22, famed for her role as the host of the dating show Hot and Single and her contributions to Vogue and Vanity Fair.
• Mike Stanley on February 28-March 1, who has performed alongside renowned comedians like Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan.
• Anthony McKinley, known as Scruncho, on March 14, appreciated for his gritty comedy style and association with comedian Eddie Griffin.
• Tiera Oleary, also known as My Cousin Tiera, on March 15, who gained recognition through viral videos and as a finalist in Kenan Thompson’s talent competition.

Community Impact and Venue History

The Comedy Bar is committed to making a positive contribution to the community and participating in the ongoing revitalization efforts in the New Center neighborhood. The Norwood venue has a rich historical background, originally built as a theater in 1915. Over the years, it has evolved from a movie theater to various retail spaces, culminating in its current function as a comedy club.

In addition to The Comedy Bar’s opening, Detroit boasts several ongoing comedy events and programs across various venues in the city. These include comedy classes, open mic nights, and performances by local and touring comedians, showcasing the city’s vibrant comedy scene.

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Additional Resources

• Detroit Free Press
• Wikipedia: Comedy
• Metro Times
• Google Search: Detroit Comedy Bar
• Click On Detroit
• Google Scholar: Detroit Comedy
• Detroit News
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Comedy, American
• Fox 2 Detroit
• Google News: Detroit comedy clubs