Thursday, November 1, 2012
The Michigan native headlines at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle tonight, Friday and Saturday.
A man's home is his castle, right? That is certainly true for comedian, actor, master impressionist and Michigan native, Dave Coulier, who is coming home to headline at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. He will hit the stage at 8:00 p.m. tonight followed by two shows on Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. bringing his “full house” of comedy impressions and stand-up. The clean comedian and former "Full House" star brings his full entourage of impressions and voice characterizations to life for over an hour in each show. Known to the world as Joey Gladstone on the ABC show that ran from 1987 to 1995, Coulier’s early comedic influences include George Carlin, Steve Martin and Robin Williams. But, he got some career advice at age 19 …
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
The 'Full House' star's got his start at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Native son Dave Coulier achieved stardom on the long-running ABC hit series "Full House," but he got his start right here in Royal Oak at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle on open mic night. In the past 30 years Coulier has hosted or appeared on countless TV programs, including ABC's "America's Funniest People," and "The World's Funniest Videos," VH1's "The Surreal Life," Fox's "Skating With Celebrities" and WE's "I Can't Believe I Wore That." Coulier's clean stand-up act has earned him regular appearances on "The Tonight Show," and HBO's "Detroit Comedy Jam" and "Comic Relief at Radio City Music Hall." Don't miss his return to the Comedy Castle. Source: Mark Ridley' Comedy Castle
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310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
Learn more about this frequent 'Chelsea Lately' guest and movie actor as he brings his standup show to Royal Oak.
Gary Valentine, who became a series regular in The King of Queens in 2001 as cousin Danny, headlines at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle tonight through Saturday. Valentine got his start in the world of standup comedy, travelling the country for 13 years refining his comedic routine by performing at comedy clubs and festivals. The New York native ended up settling in Los Angeles, where he's appeared on numerous late night talk shows. Valentine’s television credits also include starring in his own half-hour comedy special on Comedy Central Presents and co-hosting FX's The X Show. He’s also appeared in several movies, including Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Zookeeper and Stuck on You. Valentine is also a frequent panel guest on the E! hit show Chelsea …
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Thursday, September 29, 2011
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Autumn in Royal Oak is an enjoyable time of year with lots of fun things happening in the area. Here's a few events that are going on this weekend that promise to be a good time. When/where: 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Friday, Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle Why go: Gary Gulman is a comic who can keep the laughs rolling nonstop. Gulman has appeared on Comedy Central's Last Comic Standing, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the HBO series Tourgasm, where he starred alongside Dane Cook. Pricing: $20 When/where: 1 p.m. Saturday, Royal Oak Public Library Why go: Come take part in a bit of history at the Royal Oak Library. A time capsule representing life in Royal Oak in 2011 will be buried during the city's 90th year…
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Public Library
222 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Farmers Market
316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Lift Designer Toys & Gallery
228 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Friday, August 19, 2011
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This weekend the Woodward Dream Cruise takes over Royal Oak and surrounding areas. On top of this classic car extravaganza, there are a number of fun happenings in Royal Oak and Ferndale. 1. GEOFF TATE When/where: 8 p.m. Thursday, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle Why go: Geoff Tate will be serving up laughs along with special guest Dave Waite at the Comedy Castle. Tate has appeared on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham and The Bob and Tom Show. Side note: This Geoff Tate is not the singer of Queensrhyche. Pricing: $10, 18 and up 2. FERNDALE: ROGOCOP When/where: 8 p.m. Friday, Go Comedy! Why go: Check out the hilarious musical parody RogoCop at Go Comedy! This comedic performance, based on the 80s flick RoboCop, will have everyone laughing the …
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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30991 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI
Dream Cruise
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Thursday, August 4, 2011
There's a lot going on in and around Royal Oak this weekend. Check out Patch's picks.
Summer seems to be rushing by, so take some time this weekend to slow down and enjoy yourself. Here's a few fun nearby happenings: 1. 'FOOD MATTERS' Where/when: Thursday 7:30 p.m., Main Art Theatre Why go: Witness an enlightening documentary on the value of raw foods for health. David Wolfe, a raw foods expert and one of the stars of the film, will be there for a post-film Q&A. Pricing: $10 2. FREE MEAD TASTING Where/when: Friday 5:30 p.m., B. Nektar Meadery in Ferndale Why go: B. Nektar Meadery produces tantilizing flavors of mead (honey wine) including orange blossom, wildflower, vanilla cinnamon and more. Here's your chance to try them for free! Ages 21 and up only. Pricing: Free 3. SPEEDY GREASY Where/when: Saturday 4 p.m., UHF Record …
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Gusoline Alley
309 S Center St, Royal Oak, MI
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Main Art Theatre
118 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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UHF
512 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI
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1505 Jarvis St, Ferndale, MI
B. Nektar Meadery
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Thursday, July 28, 2011
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The month of July is winding down, and August is approaching. The summer seems to be flying by. Take some time to slow down and enjoy some of the nearby fun happenings this weekend. 1. FERNDALE MOVEABLE PEACE 2011 Where/when: Thursday 7 p.m., AJ's Cafe Why go: AJ's Cafe in Ferndale will be hosting a peace walk kick-off party with an evening of music. Come out and show your support for the July 30 - Aug. 9 Peace walk from Detroit to Lansing. Musicians that will be featured include Julie Beutel, Diane Westin, Ryan Castelli, Nigne LoveRhodes, Afuera, Joe Kidd & The Sedition World Orchestra, Ruby Woods, AJ ONeill and many more. Pricing: $10 suggested donation 2. MIKE BRODY Where/when: Thursday 8 p.m., Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle Why go: Has …
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Starr Jaycee Park
Crooks Rd & W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
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This week we're being engulfed in a serious heat wave, don't let that stop you from having a good time. There's lots of fun things to do in Royal Oak where the A/C is in full effect. 1. J. CHRIS NEWBERG Where/when: 8 p.m. Thursday, Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle Why go: The laughs will keep coming with J. Chris Newberg, who is originally from Birmingham, MI. He has been featured on Comedy Central's Premium Blend, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Sports List and Last Comic Standing 4. Pricing: $10 2. 'DISNEY'S CAMP ROCK THE MUSICAL' Where/when: Begins 7 p.m. Friday, Baldwin Theatre Why go: Grab the family for a fun evening with the Stagecrafters company at the Baldwin Theatre. Disney's Camp Rock is based on the Disney Channel's original movie. Get …
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Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre
415 S Lafayette Ave, Royal Oak, MI
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Main Art Theatre
118 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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Ye Olde Saloon
1023 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI
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Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI
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Monday, July 18, 2011
Here's what's happening in Royal Oak this week.
There's always a lot going on in Royal Oak. Here are some highlights this week: 1. City Commission meets Monday: The commission starts meeting at City Hall at 6 p.m. with a closed session to discuss pending litigation and collective bargaining matters. Then it's a short agenda for the public meeting that starts at 7:30 p.m. See agenda attached. 2. Time Capsule fundraiser on Thursday from 7-10 p.m. at the Royal Oak home of Michael Chetcuti and Kyle Evans, presented by the Friends of the Royal Oak Public Library. Tickets are $100 and available at the library or by contacting Jay Dunstan at jay@dunstan.me or call (248) 990-8210. 3. Shakespeare in the Park opens Thursday: Celebrating 10 years of Shakespeare in the Park, the Water Works Theatre…
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Royal Oak Public Library
222 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
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Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre
415 S Lafayette Ave, Royal Oak, MI
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City of Royal Oak City Hall
221 E 3rd St, Royal Oak, MI
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Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle
310 S Troy St, Royal Oak, MI
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
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Outdoors the temperatures are rising and summer is in full swing. If you're looking to break out of the monotony here's a few things going on this weekend that promise a fun evening. 1. WARREN B. HALL Where/when: Thursday 8 p.m., Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle 18 and up. Why go: Warren B. Hall is a high-energy comedien who has opened for Dave Coulier, Lewis Black, Frank Caliendo and Tommy Davidson. Come out to the Comedy Castle for a good time and hilarious comedy. Pricing: $10 2. MIDNIGHT MADNESS: TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES Where/when: Friday 12 a.m., Main Art Theatre Why go: This week's midnight madness at the Main Art Theatre will feature Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. If you were a child of the 90s this will definitely be a fun film to …
Julie Ann Woodbury
10:17 pm on Saturday, November 17, 2012
Hi Iam Julie Wood Bury Just want to Say That Iam a very very big Fan of Dave Coulier And Irealy realy wish that he come back to Toledo Ohio Onemore time very very soon It would mean so very Much to me And Iwould Love to meet him in person one More Time It would mean so very much to me please Well Hope dave gets this messge Later more ›