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New York comic Anthony Devito coming to Charlottesville

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anthony devitoThe United Nations of Comedy Series closes out the 2016 season with one of the funniest comedians in New York, Anthony Devito, on Saturday, December 17 at 8pm at the Jefferson School Heritage Center.

As seen on Comedy Central, Gotham Comedy Live and the Jim Gaffigan Show, Charlottesville will not be disappointed as Devito and Friends bring you real-life relatable comedy of which the UN of Comedy brand has become known for. United Nations is responsible for bringing comic names such as Sheng Wang, Funnyman Skiba, Bridget McManus, Gina Brillon, Cocoa Brown, Jay Phillips, Jason Andors, Erin Foley, and many others.

For the first time ever in Charlottesville, Virginia, Anthony Devito headlines the series but he is not coming alone. Opening the show will be Winston Hodges, a rising comic from the region. Anthony is often referred to as your favorite comic’s comic, as he is a craftsman of putting together funny jokes and exceptional in the art of story telling. He performs at all of the top New York comedy clubs and throughout the nation. He will be routing east coast visits, performing in Washington, D.C. the week of the Charlottesville show which assisted in landing a date locally.  There will also be a special surprise added to the show so do not miss this hilarious night of comedy.

The Heritage Center was chosen as the host venue due to its ample free parking, convenient location in the heart of Charlottesville, and its state of the art facility. Also, the center is handicap accessible. The facility has become a cultural hub hosting events such as the Look3 Festival, Virginia Film Festival, and the Juneteenth Festival. Beer, wine and refreshments are always available at the venue.

Doors of the Jefferson School Heritage Center opens at 7pm and showtime at 8pm. Tickets are only $20. Pick yours up at Plan9 Music (Seminole Shopping Plaza 29N) and Sidetracks Music (2nd St Downtown along the railroad tracks). To reserve yours from the convenience of your home, buy tickets safely online: https://unofcomedy.eventbrite.com  Beer, wine and refreshments will be available for your further enjoyment.

The Jefferson School Heritage Center is located at 233 4th Street, Northwest, Charlottesville, VA 22903, across the street from Staples (Downtown). For more information: 434.825.0650

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