LAST COMIC STANDING WINNER JOSH BLUE PERFORMS IN RENO TO BENEFIT HSI (7/14/2006)
Reno, Nev. - Last Comic Standing winner, Josh Blue, will bring his witty and hilarious act to the Grand Sierra Resort (formerly the Reno Hilton) in Reno, Nev. on Aug. 26 to benefit HSI (High Sierra Industries). Blue will perform a "PG" show at 6:30 p.m. and an adult performance at 9 p.m. Must 14 or older to attend the 6:30 p.m. and 18 or older to attend the 9 p.m. show.
Tickets go on sale on July 19. To purchase tickets, call the Grand Sierra Resort ticket box office by calling (775) 789-2285 or visit www.hsireno.com. Tickets are $25 each. Group discounts are also being offered with 10 percent off the purchase of 20 or more tickets.
Blue has been a fast-rising star since first appearing on Comedy Central's "Mind of Mencia" and subsequently gaining the attention and endearment of the country as the winner of NBC's "Last Comic Standing." He is a diverse and triumphant individual, hilarious stand-up comedian, stand-out television star, talented artist, and stellar U.S. Paralympic Soccer player - refusing to bow to any of the challenges that come from living with Cerebral Palsy.
"I realize that people are going to stare so I want to give them something to stare at," said Blue.
Blue uses his incredible sense of humor and versatile persona to defy stereotypes and encourage others to overcome their preconceived notions about people who are considered "disabled." His unique brand of "reverse teasing" affords him the great joy of "humbling condescending people." Blue's stand-out performances at the 2004 Las Vegas Comedy Festival earned him $10,000 as Grand Prize Winner of the Royal Flush Comedy Competition. He has appeared on NBC, MSNBC, FOX News, and Fox Sports Net.
"We are very excited to bring a talent of Josh's caliber to Reno," said LaVonne Brooks, CEO and executive director of HSI. "Josh and his success is a great example of focusing on what people with disabilities can achieve and that all people have challenges, it's just a matter of degree."
About HSI
HSI is a non-profit organization established in 1977 to serve people with disabilities in northern Nevada. HSI provides a variety of meaningful work, learning and supported living opportunities for more than 190 people with disabilities. HSI provides jobs and job training in a variety of light manufacturing and services occupations. HSI is recognized by local, statewide and national organizations for the service it provides to people with disabilities as well as excellence in manufacturing operations.