Our Host, Michael Jr.
September 14, 2018
Written By: Natalie Bassie
There may be two Jimmy’s in the world of comedy, but there is only one Michael Jr. Michael Jr.’s love for an audience’s laughter was sparked while at a movie theater. When the movie malfunctioned, Michael Jr. stood in front of the screen, cracking jokes. Everything changed once again for comedian Michael Jr. the moment he performed a stand-up routine at a comedy club in California for a live audience. Not too long after, Michael Jr. then appeared via satellite on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Michael Jr. has made appearances on Oprah, The Tonight Show, The Late, Late Show, and has performed at The Laugh Factory, The Improv, and The Comedy Store. Not only has he appeared on a comedy stage, but also as an actor in the 2015 faith-based film, War Room.
Michael Jr.’s humor is one that is known for being clean since the beginning of his career. His routines can be performed in front of any audience. Stand-up comedy can be sticky and sometimes too far when it comes to morality issues, but Michael Jr. has always stayed clear of the more risqué side of the job. He attributes this to his family, wanting to perform jokes that can be repeated even at the dinner table.
For someone who loves comedy and witty one-liners, it will be refreshing to experience a stand-up comedy routine where I do not have to worry about the appropriacy of what may be said next. Michael Jr. will perform October 26 in the Grand Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m., and he will surely leave us anticipating when we get to see him perform again!
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