Wed, Aug 26, 2020
7:30PM - 10:00PM

WDET Drive In Comedy Night August 26

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WDET presents Comedy Night from your car! 

What's So Funny About Detroit? Is back!

This time, we’re taking it on the road and bringing some of the funniest comedians from Detroit to the Canterbury Village Drive-In Powered by Emagine in Lake Orion, Michigan.

While the comedians perform on stage with their image projected on the drive-in screen, the audio of the performance is broadcast directly into your vehicle via your radio.

WDET’s own Ryan Patrick Hooper is your host for the evening as he introduces you to (6) hilarious comedians  T. Barb - Jeffrey Ford - Blain Hill - Johanna Medranda - Alex Bozinovic - Melanie Hearn

It’s socially distanced, hilarious fun as WDET showcases some of the most talented, diverse voices from the city’s independent comedy scene.

This event is a benefit for 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit’s NPR station.

Tickets are $35 per car. Up to 6 people are allowed inside one vehicle.

Tickets must be purchased in advance online. There are no drive-ups.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. You cannot hold spaces for other vehicles.

Show starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. The show will be less than two hours long.

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So how exactly does this work?

WDET's "What's So Funny About Detroit?" comedy stand-up series is moving to the drive-in! Imagine comedians on a stage projected on a big screen with the audio pumped into your car at a drive-in theater. The big screen (30ft x 14ft) has a bright LED light that can be seen even in sunlight conditions.

How can I hear the show?

You can hear the show through your car radio. Turn your radio dial to 98.5 FM 

Will Social Distancing measures be in place?

Of Course! All tickets must be purchased in advance and online only. Tickets (or phone tickets) will be scanned through window glass with your window closed. All Canterbury staff will be wearing masks and gloves. Each vehicle will be given a 14ft x 20ft space for you to stretch out and relax in your lawn chair, too.

What can I bring?

Feel free to bring your own snacks and NON alcohol beverages.  NO outside alcohol is allowed due to MLCC.  Canterbury Village will have their concessions open. 

 NO Pets due to safe social distancing concerns.

Who is performing?

The six comics for the evening include  

Canterbury Village - Kings Court Castle

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