Actor and OU alumnus Joe Nipote to host comedy night on Dec. 18

An Oakland University alumnus will be supporting the local community through a special evening of fun and laughs. Actor and comedian Joe Nipote’s comedySLAM will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in Dearborn.

The evening includes performances by stand up comics Brian Kiley, Jimmy Shubert, Bob Nelson, Danny Cole and Rob Pearson, with a special appearance by WDIV Channel 4 meteorologist Chuck Gaidica. Live music will be provided by the Simone Vitale Band.

Reserved tickets are available for $25, $50 and $100 each. The $100 ticket package includes preferred seating and an invitation to a VIP after-party with the ComedySLAM stars immediately following the show.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Forgotten Harvest, a community-based food rescue organization dedicated to fighting hunger in the Metro Detroit area.

To purchase tickets, visit the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center at 15801 Michigan Ave. or call (313) 943-2354.

For more information, view the flyer.