CHRIS D’ELIA
Chris D’Elia has become one of the most in-demand performers in comedy. His highly successful podcast CONGRATULATIONS WITH CHRIS D’ELIA has been a mainstay on iTunes’ comedy podcast charts since its debut in February 2017. He is also a costar on THE GOLDEN HOUR with Brendan Schaub and Erik Griffin. As a stand-up comedian, D’Elia has toured the US and Canada. D’Elia has three comedy specials available on Netflix, NO PAIN (2020), MAN ON FIRE (2017), INCORRIGIBLE (2015), and he was chosen as one of four comics to represent the US in Netflix’s 2019 Series COMEDIANS OF THE WORLD which features 47 comedians from 13 regions in eight different languages. His first special, WHITE MALE, BLACK COMIC, debuted on Comedy Central in 2013 and he can be seen on Comedy Central’s ROAST OF JUSTIN BIEBER (2015). For a complete list of upcoming events at the Miller Theater, visit millertheateraugusta.com/calendar and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list so you never miss an announcement! SUPPORT THE MILLER
ALI SIDDIQ – I GOT A STORY TO TELL
Ali Siddiq is stand-up comedian and public speaker out of Houston, TX. Ali’s unique style of stand-up began behind the walls of incarceration, an incubator for interesting experiences and good stories. In 2022, Ali released two new hour specials THE DOMINO EFFECT on YouTube and UNPROTECTED SETS on EPIX. To date, THE DOMINO EFFECT has over 10 million views, ranking it in the top 5 most watched comedy specials of the last year. On June 4, 2023, Ali released THE DOMINO EFFECT 2: LOSS, the sequel to his viral stand-up special, on YouTube which already has over 3 million views to date. People received their first taste of Ali Siddiq when he appeared on HBO’s DEF COMEDY JAM and LIVE FROM GOTHAM, and in 2013 he was named Comedy Central’s “#1 Comic to Watch”. In 2014, Ali impressed comedy enthusiasts by displaying his ability to captivate an audience with his “Mexicans Got On Boots” tale, a descriptive storytelling, with over 13 million views, of a prison riot on THIS IS NOT HAPPENING, the first of three appearances. His stories continued with his HALF HOUR special, which premiered on Comedy Central in the Fall of 2016. Immediately following the premier of that special, Comedy Central offered Ali an hour-special where he performed for inmates live in a Texas jail, sending Ali back to where it all started. The hour special, Ali Siddiq: It’s Bigger Than These Bars, premiered in February 2018 on Comedy Central. In 2019, Ali was a top 5 finalist on NBC’s BRING THE FUNNY. He also appeared as a regular cast member on the reboot of PUNK’D for Quibi. Additionally, Ali has appeared on several popular podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience, 85 South, Uncle Joey’s Joint with Joey Diaz, Ari Shaffir’s Skeptic Tank, Bertcast, Pour Minds and many others. VIP tickets include a Post-Show Meet & Greet! For a complete list of upcoming events at the Miller Theater, visit millertheateraugusta.com/calendar and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list so you never miss an announcement! SUPPORT THE MILLER
JAMES GREGORY
For decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt untucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It’s storytelling at its best.The trademark caricature is the essence of humorist James Gregory’s comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch. For a complete list of upcoming events at the Miller Theater, visit millertheateraugusta.com/calendar and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list so you never miss an announcement! SUPPORT THE MILLER
Desi Banks: The Purpose Chaser Tour
Desi Banks: The Purpose Chaser Tour Desi Banks is the ultimate triple threat – actor, stand-up comedian, and entrepreneur who’s taking the entertainment world by storm. Having built a strong social media influence he’s amassed an immense following of over 15 million fans across various platforms and is swiftly becoming a household name; known for his razor-sharp wit and hilarious comedic timing. As an executive, he’s the CEO and founder of Desi Banks Productions. His organic rise as a stand-up comedian is unparalleled, as he quickly climbed the ranks and cemented his status as a tour de force in just a few short years. With the highly anticipated “Purpose Chaser” theatre tour kicking off in August, Desi looks forward to seeing his fans and delivering new material. In 2022, he embarked on his own 50-city tour, selling out headline dates both nationally and internationally, with over 50,000 tickets sold. He’s a favorite at colleges, a hit at comedy clubs, and has effortlessly transitioned into theaters and arenas; Touring with heavyweights like Mike Epps, Deray Davis, Kountry Wayne, Gary Owens, Lavell Crawford, and more. With his ever-growing fanbase, Desi is undoubtedly one of stand-up’s brightest stars of today and the future. Desi’s talent has caught the attention of legends in comedy, most notably Kevin Hart, who has publicly praised him as the “next great” talent. This led to Desi’s cameo in the Hartbeat- produced Super Bowl 23′ commercial for DraftKings, proving that Desi Banks is a force to be reckoned with. As an actor, Desi has appeared in major motion pictures such as Will Packer’s “Little” starring Issa Rae and Regina Hall, as well as the Terry J. Vaughn-produced and directed “Merry Wish-Mas” and “Love By Chance.” He also landed a lead role in the indie-horror film “Haunted Trail,” which can be seen on BET+, Amazon Prime, and other platforms. As a prolific content creator, Desi has produced over 3,500 original videos to date. Through Desi Banks Productions, he’s created opportunities for aspiring actors and creators as well as providing a platform to share creative, compelling content with the world. He’s worked with some of the biggest stars in the industry, including Ludacris, 21 Savage, and others, solidifying his status as a bona fide superstar. For a complete list of upcoming events at the Miller Theater, visit millertheateraugusta.com/calendar and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list so you never miss an announcement! SUPPORT THE MILLER
Rickey Smiley and Friends
Comedy legend and entertainment mogul Rickey Smiley is a television host, actor and top-rated nationally syndicated radio personality, and has become one of the entertainment industry’s most celebrated performers. Rickey Smiley and Friends return to the Miller Theater on March 11, 2023.
Wanda Sykes
WANDA SYKES is an Emmy winning stand up comic, writer, actress and producer who has been entertaining audiences for over twenty years. She has ranked among Entertainment Weekly’s “25 Funniest People in America” and her peers have called her “one of the funniest stand-up comics” in the field.
Kountry Wayne: Help Is on the Way Comedy Tour
Named one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch in 2021, Kountry Wayne (a.k.a. Wayne Colley) has garnered a loyal following from his widely popular digital sketches and hilarious standup, generating an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers within the entertainment industry as one of comedy’s most notable rising stars.
Since his first Facebook post in October 2014 went viral, the charismatic comic has amassed millions of followers across Facebook and Instagram, where fans tune in daily to his viral sketches featuring original characters such as Drip and Buddy, with cameos from notable celebrities including Ludacris, Mike Epps, Charlamagne tha God and Lamar Odom, to name a few.
“My hashtag, my mantra, is ‘Help is On The Way!’ – that’s my slogan, I own it, because I believe God’s got my back and your back and whatever is stressing you out today, it won’t last because help is truly on the way,” says Wayne, whose endearingly funny way with English comes from growing up “Kountry” in Millen, GA (pop. 3500), between Statesboro and Augusta. He was given what became his stage name during a stint living and going to school in Savannah in the mid-2000s.
Lewis Black
Known as the King of Rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and finger pointing to expose the absurdities of life.
BSE Presents: JAMES GREGORY
For decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt untucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It’s storytelling at its best.The trademark caricature is the essence of humorist James Gregory’s comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch.
Rickey Smiley and Friends
Comedy legend and entertainment mogul Rickey Smiley is a television host, actor and top-rated nationally syndicated radio personality, and has become one of the entertainment industry’s most celebrated performers.He is known for having made millions laugh for over 30 years and earned a reputation for delivering to audiences both on and off stage. With the distinct ability to take everyday observations and turn them into comedic gold, Rickey is one of the few “clean” comics amongst the upper echelon of contemporary comedians. At any given performance, audiences are treated to such original characters as “Mrs. Bernice Jenkins,” “Lil’Daryl,” “Joe Willie” and “Beauford.”
