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MAY 2008

May 1



Dennis Blair

 

May 2



Dennis Blair

 

May 3



Dennis Blair

 

May 4



Hypnosis Comedy Show Starring Mark Sweet

A certified clinical hypnotherapist, Sweet is the man that can help you "Focus the Power." With his blend of hypnosis and comedy, Sweet pulls seemingly ordinary people from the audience and makes them capable of doing extraordinary things by tapping into the subconscious mind. He has been seen on "Access Hollywood", “The Today Show” and CNN and has been featured in The New York Times. He currently works warming-up studio audiences in "Reba", "Yes, Dear," "According to Jim,” “Less Than Perfect” and "Two and a Half Men". Here's the Man that can help you "Focus the Power." Witness ordinary people capable of doing extraordinary things by tapping into the subconscious mind.

Imagine a hypnotized person:
• Doing a high wire act and it's really windy.
• Thinking they're on fire and their eyes keep popping out of their heads.
• On the telephone with the President of the United States of America and worms keep coming out of his nose.
These are just words. You have to see it in person. If you haven't seen Mark on "Access Hollywood", CNN, or read about him in the New York Times see him LIVE.

 

May 6



Latino Comedy Showcase
hosted by Rudy Moreno

Currently in its’ 8th year, Latino Comedy Showcase is famous for discovering new Latino talent as well as hosting many celebrity drop-in sets. Future big stars JEFF GARCIA, GABRIEL IGLESIAS and “Latin Kings of Comedy’s” JOEY MEDINA and ALEX REYMUNDO are just a few of the high profile acts that you may catch on any given Tuesday. And Ice House alum and current ABC sitcom star GEORGE LOPEZ still likes to drop by occasionally on “Rudy Tuesdays” to test new material before an unsuspecting audience!

Host RUDY MORENO is well-known and well-respected in the comedy community and there isn’t a comic out there who doesn’t dream of getting a spot on the best Tuesday night show in Los Angeles. Moreno has appeared on more than 35 TV shows including Everybody Loves Raymond, E.R., Judging Amy, Showtime's Latino Laugh Festival and on NBC's highly acclaimed mini-series “Kingpin.” Rudy was also named the 1998-99 Latino Comedian of the Year, and recorded his comedy CD "No Looking Back" on the Uproar label. Rudy also completed his first DVD in 2006, a joint effort with Ice House fan favorite GILBERT ESQUIVEL called “Double Date.”

Tickets are $12.50 at the door and reservations are recommended as this show is wildly popular and frequently sells out. Call 626.577.1894 for reservations.

 

May 7



Comedy Time Showcase

Comedy Time Showcase TV taping. Comedy Time is the first comedy network featuring original programming specifically for wireless handsets. Comedy Time showcases original content with both new and established talent. Segments are taped live at The Ice House and then are re-broadcast on a nationwide subscriber-based network. Shows feature seven hilarious comics performing their best eight-minute sets plus an Ice House headliner closes the show!

Admission for the weekly show is just $5. Early arrival is encouraged. Reservations are recommended by calling 626.577.1894.

 

May 8



Kyle Cease with special guest Steve Bluestein

At age 18, Kyle Cease became the youngest headlining comedian in the Pacific Northwest, where he performed at numerous colleges, clubs and corporate events. At 20, he won the Giggles Comedy Competition and placed in the finals in the Seattle International Comedy Competition. In 1998, he landed his first movie role as Bogey Lowenstein in the hit Touchstone feature 10 Things I Hate About You (1999).This prompted Kyle to move to Hollywood where he soon became a regular at numerous top comedy clubs, performed in several national commercials, and was featured on The Martin Short Show. His next film was Columbia's Not Another Teen Movie (2001).
He recently took first place in Comedy Central's Laugh Riots Hollywood contest, and now performs all over the country. He currently lives in Sherman Oaks, California.



STEVE BLUESTEIN Doing stand up comedy for over twenty years, Steve Bluestein has finally come into his own as a playwright. His talent has been honed from years of pounding the boards in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Reno, Tahoe and countless comedy clubs across the nation.

In the last few years his career(which had included television, feature films, cable and personal appearances) has taken a new direction. After writing for Normal Lear, he joined the sit com staff of "THIRTEEN EAST" for NBC, then went on to "TOTALLY HIDDEN VIDEO" as a segment producer for Fox TV and "THE NEW CANDID CAMERA" for Universal.

As always, Steve returns to his first love Stand-Up comedy as often as possible. Most recently opening for Lanie Kazan in concert and once again returning to Laughlin, Nevada to the Riverside Casino. A strong improviser, it is recommended you not sit up front if you don’t want to talk to this fast witted comedian. His stock and trade is his rapid wit and an ability to improvise on any subject at the drop of a hat. See his show over and over again, 80% of the material will be new. "I have to do it that way", says the comedian... "otherwise I get too bored to stand on stage!" Bored is something you won’t be, Steve is hysterical.

 

May 9



Kyle Cease with special guest Steve Bluestein

At age 18, Kyle Cease became the youngest headlining comedian in the Pacific Northwest, where he performed at numerous colleges, clubs and corporate events. At 20, he won the Giggles Comedy Competition and placed in the finals in the Seattle International Comedy Competition. In 1998, he landed his first movie role as Bogey Lowenstein in the hit Touchstone feature 10 Things I Hate About You (1999).This prompted Kyle to move to Hollywood where he soon became a regular at numerous top comedy clubs, performed in several national commercials, and was featured on The Martin Short Show. His next film was Columbia's Not Another Teen Movie (2001).
He recently took first place in Comedy Central's Laugh Riots Hollywood contest, and now performs all over the country. He currently lives in Sherman Oaks, California.

 

May 10



Kyle Cease with special guest Steve Bluestein

At age 18, Kyle Cease became the youngest headlining comedian in the Pacific Northwest, where he performed at numerous colleges, clubs and corporate events. At 20, he won the Giggles Comedy Competition and placed in the finals in the Seattle International Comedy Competition. In 1998, he landed his first movie role as Bogey Lowenstein in the hit Touchstone feature 10 Things I Hate About You (1999).This prompted Kyle to move to Hollywood where he soon became a regular at numerous top comedy clubs, performed in several national commercials, and was featured on The Martin Short Show. His next film was Columbia's Not Another Teen Movie (2001).
He recently took first place in Comedy Central's Laugh Riots Hollywood contest, and now performs all over the country. He currently lives in Sherman Oaks, California.

 

May 11



Mothers Day starring: Alexandra McHale special guest Mrs. John Hughes at 7 p.m.

 

May 13



Latino Comedy Showcase
hosted by Rudy Moreno

Currently in its’ 8th year, Latino Comedy Showcase is famous for discovering new Latino talent as well as hosting many celebrity drop-in sets. Future big stars JEFF GARCIA, GABRIEL IGLESIAS and “Latin Kings of Comedy’s” JOEY MEDINA and ALEX REYMUNDO are just a few of the high profile acts that you may catch on any given Tuesday. And Ice House alum and current ABC sitcom star GEORGE LOPEZ still likes to drop by occasionally on “Rudy Tuesdays” to test new material before an unsuspecting audience!

Host RUDY MORENO is well-known and well-respected in the comedy community and there isn’t a comic out there who doesn’t dream of getting a spot on the best Tuesday night show in Los Angeles. Moreno has appeared on more than 35 TV shows including Everybody Loves Raymond, E.R., Judging Amy, Showtime's Latino Laugh Festival and on NBC's highly acclaimed mini-series “Kingpin.” Rudy was also named the 1998-99 Latino Comedian of the Year, and recorded his comedy CD "No Looking Back" on the Uproar label. Rudy also completed his first DVD in 2006, a joint effort with Ice House fan favorite GILBERT ESQUIVEL called “Double Date.”

Tickets are $12.50 at the door and reservations are recommended as this show is wildly popular and frequently sells out. Call 626.577.1894 for reservations.

 

May 14


Super Duper Comedy Tour

 

May 15



TWO HEADLINERS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Michael Loftus and Loni Love

Known for his versatility and topical comedy, writer/comedian/actor MICHAEL LOFTUS has received rave reviews for his political humor and his unique stream of consciousness style of stand-up comedy. An Ice House favorite, Loftus always leaves his audience wanting more. After founding the Midwest Comedy Tool & Die improv comedy troupe in Columbus, Ohio, Loftus headed to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of becoming a stand-up comic. He performed at many of the prestigious festivals including the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen. Hollywood soon called as he appeared on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and on Star Search. Currently, Loftus is a writer on the hit ABC comedy The George Lopez Show starring Ice House alum, George Lopez. And in 2004, he stepped into the online world by serving as a political commentator for the AOL Election Guide 2004.



Detroit native LONI LOVE is a former engineer by day and comic at night. She got her first break when she stood in line for five hours at a open call for the HBO Aspen Comedy Festival. Loni beat out 600 comics to earn a spot for the festival and was awarded the Jury Prize for best stand-up at the 2003 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival. Soon after, she was also voted one of Variety's “10 Comics to Watch.” Loni Love has appeared in numerous projects including VH-1’s I Love the 80s, Girlfriends, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and several shows on Comedy Central.

 

May 16



TWO HEADLINERS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Michael Loftus and Loni Love

Known for his versatility and topical comedy, writer/comedian/actor MICHAEL LOFTUS has received rave reviews for his political humor and his unique stream of consciousness style of stand-up comedy. An Ice House favorite, Loftus always leaves his audience wanting more. After founding the Midwest Comedy Tool & Die improv comedy troupe in Columbus, Ohio, Loftus headed to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of becoming a stand-up comic. He performed at many of the prestigious festivals including the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen. Hollywood soon called as he appeared on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and on Star Search. Currently, Loftus is a writer on the hit ABC comedy The George Lopez Show starring Ice House alum, George Lopez. And in 2004, he stepped into the online world by serving as a political commentator for the AOL Election Guide 2004.



Detroit native LONI LOVE is a former engineer by day and comic at night. She got her first break when she stood in line for five hours at a open call for the HBO Aspen Comedy Festival. Loni beat out 600 comics to earn a spot for the festival and was awarded the Jury Prize for best stand-up at the 2003 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival. Soon after, she was also voted one of Variety's “10 Comics to Watch.” Loni Love has appeared in numerous projects including VH-1’s I Love the 80s, Girlfriends, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and several shows on Comedy Central.

 

May 17



TWO HEADLINERS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Michael Loftus and Loni Love

Known for his versatility and topical comedy, writer/comedian/actor MICHAEL LOFTUS has received rave reviews for his political humor and his unique stream of consciousness style of stand-up comedy. An Ice House favorite, Loftus always leaves his audience wanting more. After founding the Midwest Comedy Tool & Die improv comedy troupe in Columbus, Ohio, Loftus headed to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of becoming a stand-up comic. He performed at many of the prestigious festivals including the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen. Hollywood soon called as he appeared on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and on Star Search. Currently, Loftus is a writer on the hit ABC comedy The George Lopez Show starring Ice House alum, George Lopez. And in 2004, he stepped into the online world by serving as a political commentator for the AOL Election Guide 2004.



Detroit native LONI LOVE is a former engineer by day and comic at night. She got her first break when she stood in line for five hours at a open call for the HBO Aspen Comedy Festival. Loni beat out 600 comics to earn a spot for the festival and was awarded the Jury Prize for best stand-up at the 2003 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival. Soon after, she was also voted one of Variety's “10 Comics to Watch.” Loni Love has appeared in numerous projects including VH-1’s I Love the 80s, Girlfriends, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and several shows on Comedy Central.

 

May 18



Bobbie Oliver

 

May 20



Latino Comedy Showcase
hosted by Rudy Moreno

Currently in its’ 8th year, Latino Comedy Showcase is famous for discovering new Latino talent as well as hosting many celebrity drop-in sets. Future big stars JEFF GARCIA, GABRIEL IGLESIAS and “Latin Kings of Comedy’s” JOEY MEDINA and ALEX REYMUNDO are just a few of the high profile acts that you may catch on any given Tuesday. And Ice House alum and current ABC sitcom star GEORGE LOPEZ still likes to drop by occasionally on “Rudy Tuesdays” to test new material before an unsuspecting audience!

Host RUDY MORENO is well-known and well-respected in the comedy community and there isn’t a comic out there who doesn’t dream of getting a spot on the best Tuesday night show in Los Angeles. Moreno has appeared on more than 35 TV shows including Everybody Loves Raymond, E.R., Judging Amy, Showtime's Latino Laugh Festival and on NBC's highly acclaimed mini-series “Kingpin.” Rudy was also named the 1998-99 Latino Comedian of the Year, and recorded his comedy CD "No Looking Back" on the Uproar label. Rudy also completed his first DVD in 2006, a joint effort with Ice House fan favorite GILBERT ESQUIVEL called “Double Date.”

Tickets are $12.50 at the door and reservations are recommended as this show is wildly popular and frequently sells out. Call 626.577.1894 for reservations.

 

May 21



Comedy Time Showcase

Comedy Time Showcase TV taping. Comedy Time is the first comedy network featuring original programming specifically for wireless handsets. Comedy Time showcases original content with both new and established talent. Segments are taped live at The Ice House and then are re-broadcast on a nationwide subscriber-based network. Shows feature seven hilarious comics performing their best eight-minute sets plus an Ice House headliner closes the show!

Admission for the weekly show is just $5. Early arrival is encouraged. Reservations are recommended by calling 626.577.1894.

 

May 22



Uncle Clyde's Comedy Contest

THE LEGENDARY ICE HOUSE COMEDY CLUB IN PASADENA, CA IS PROUD TO PRESENT UNCLE CLYDE’S COMEDY CONTEST 2007.

Come one, come all to see the best of Uncle Clyde’s comics from the past three months. Each participant in the Uncle Clyde’s Comedy Contest Final has been chosen during the weekly competitions leading up to the Finals. And now they’re competing for a spotlight gig on The Legendary Ice House Comedy Club’s main stage plus $500 in cash!

Currently in its’ ninth year, Uncle Clyde’s Comedy Contest is a year long Comedy Contest Extravaganza that is bound to produce LA’s next fresh face in stand-up comedy. Held every Wednesday “LIVE” in the Annex showroom at The Ice House and produced by H2F Comedy Productions, Inc., the weekly contest showcases some of LA’s Top Comedians. Past winners include Bill Dwyer, Bill Larkin, Mike Phirman, Bobbie Oliver and many, many more!

Tickets are $14.50 each and are available in advance by calling the Ice House box office at 626.577.1894.

 

May 23



Ron Pearson

RON PEARSON is a comedian, an actor and a world record juggler that The Hollywood Reporter called “a comic ball of fire.” The Los Angeles Times wrote, “I laughed so hard my jaws ached.” Pearson can hold the audience’s attention through hours of hilarious entertainment, mind-boggling talents and a light-hearted look on life. Ron's motto is to always have fun…and he’ll make sure the audience will, too. Ron has taken multitasking to a whole new level, from starring for several years on Malcolm & Eddie, to guest starring on The Drew Carey Show, Two Guys and a Girl, The George Lopez Show, and recurring on That 70’s Show. As a comedian, Ron has made numerous late night appearances on The Late Late Show, The Dennis Miller Show and Comedy Central. He also found time to do years of hosting television shows on The Family Channel and The Discovery Channel. Pearson has developed his brand of humor into a performance that captivates the tops of the Fortune 500 companies and garnered him a nomination for “Comedian of the Year.”

 

May 24



Ron Pearson

RON PEARSON is a comedian, an actor and a world record juggler that The Hollywood Reporter called “a comic ball of fire.” The Los Angeles Times wrote, “I laughed so hard my jaws ached.” Pearson can hold the audience’s attention through hours of hilarious entertainment, mind-boggling talents and a light-hearted look on life. Ron's motto is to always have fun…and he’ll make sure the audience will, too. Ron has taken multitasking to a whole new level, from starring for several years on Malcolm & Eddie, to guest starring on The Drew Carey Show, Two Guys and a Girl, The George Lopez Show, and recurring on That 70’s Show. As a comedian, Ron has made numerous late night appearances on The Late Late Show, The Dennis Miller Show and Comedy Central. He also found time to do years of hosting television shows on The Family Channel and The Discovery Channel. Pearson has developed his brand of humor into a performance that captivates the tops of the Fortune 500 companies and garnered him a nomination for “Comedian of the Year.”

 

May 25



Comedy Meltdown starring Fernando Flores at 9 p.m.

Comedy Meltdown hosted by Fernando Flores at 9 p.m.- Join us on the last Sunday of each month at 9 pm for “Comedy Meltdown”, featuring the best comedians that Latino comedy has to offer! Tickets are $12.50 at the door. Reservations are highly recommended by calling 626.577.1894.


Ron Pearson at 7 p.m.

RON PEARSON is a comedian, an actor and a world record juggler that The Hollywood Reporter called “a comic ball of fire.” The Los Angeles Times wrote, “I laughed so hard my jaws ached.” Pearson can hold the audience’s attention through hours of hilarious entertainment, mind-boggling talents and a light-hearted look on life. Ron's motto is to always have fun…and he’ll make sure the audience will, too. Ron has taken multitasking to a whole new level, from starring for several years on Malcolm & Eddie, to guest starring on The Drew Carey Show, Two Guys and a Girl, The George Lopez Show, and recurring on That 70’s Show. As a comedian, Ron has made numerous late night appearances on The Late Late Show, The Dennis Miller Show and Comedy Central. He also found time to do years of hosting television shows on The Family Channel and The Discovery Channel. Pearson has developed his brand of humor into a performance that captivates the tops of the Fortune 500 companies and garnered him a nomination for “Comedian of the Year.”

 

May 27



Latino Comedy Showcase
hosted by Rudy Moreno

Currently in its’ 8th year, Latino Comedy Showcase is famous for discovering new Latino talent as well as hosting many celebrity drop-in sets. Future big stars JEFF GARCIA, GABRIEL IGLESIAS and “Latin Kings of Comedy’s” JOEY MEDINA and ALEX REYMUNDO are just a few of the high profile acts that you may catch on any given Tuesday. And Ice House alum and current ABC sitcom star GEORGE LOPEZ still likes to drop by occasionally on “Rudy Tuesdays” to test new material before an unsuspecting audience!

Host RUDY MORENO is well-known and well-respected in the comedy community and there isn’t a comic out there who doesn’t dream of getting a spot on the best Tuesday night show in Los Angeles. Moreno has appeared on more than 35 TV shows including Everybody Loves Raymond, E.R., Judging Amy, Showtime's Latino Laugh Festival and on NBC's highly acclaimed mini-series “Kingpin.” Rudy was also named the 1998-99 Latino Comedian of the Year, and recorded his comedy CD "No Looking Back" on the Uproar label. Rudy also completed his first DVD in 2006, a joint effort with Ice House fan favorite GILBERT ESQUIVEL called “Double Date.”

Tickets are $12.50 at the door and reservations are recommended as this show is wildly popular and frequently sells out. Call 626.577.1894 for reservations.

 

May 28



Bobbie Oliver

 

May 29



Don Friesen "From the 5:00 0'clock Funnies on KLOS"

Fresh, frenetic, and self-deprecating to a fault, DON FRIESEN’s comedy is outrageously physical yet thoroughly relatable. Don’s willingness to admit his flaws and exploit them for maximum comedic potential has a way of not only entertaining, but at the same time tapping into the humanity in all of us. It’s a uniquely fun, clever, and clean act with an incredibly broad appeal—an act that has earned him rave reviews and die-hard fans throughout the country.

 

May 30



Rocky LaPorte



When ROCKY LAPORTE takes the stage he bears a striking resemblance to a guy who got lost on his way to the bathroom. Once he hooks his thumbs into his belt loops, shrugs, and starts to talk the laughs come fast and furious.

ROCKY LAPORTE started boxing in the army and was beginning a pro career when, during a robbery, a bullet severed one of his hamstrings. Boxing’s loss turned out to be comedy’s good fortune when Rocky beat out 1600 other contestants in the Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search. Since then he has appeared on countless comedy showcases. He came to L.A. a virtual unknown but that didn’t prevent the trip from going exceptionally well. Today ROCKY LAPORTE is a much sought after comic across the country. Las Vegas grabbed him up and he sells out regularly in their big rooms.

 

 

May 31



Rocky LaPorte



When ROCKY LAPORTE takes the stage he bears a striking resemblance to a guy who got lost on his way to the bathroom. Once he hooks his thumbs into his belt loops, shrugs, and starts to talk the laughs come fast and furious.

ROCKY LAPORTE started boxing in the army and was beginning a pro career when, during a robbery, a bullet severed one of his hamstrings. Boxing’s loss turned out to be comedy’s good fortune when Rocky beat out 1600 other contestants in the Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search. Since then he has appeared on countless comedy showcases. He came to L.A. a virtual unknown but that didn’t prevent the trip from going exceptionally well. Today ROCKY LAPORTE is a much sought after comic across the country. Las Vegas grabbed him up and he sells out regularly in their big rooms.

 

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Tuesday - Thursday 8:30PM $14.50
Friday 8:30PM - 10:30PM $17.50
Saturday 7:00PM & 11:00PM $17.50
Saturday 9:00PM $19.50
Sunday Showtimes vary Varies
(Showtimes and cover charges are subject to change. Call our 24-Hour telephone line for current week performers, showtimes, cover charges, directions and other information 626.577.1894 )