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| - I expected good things on my first trip to the Comedy Zone at Lake Norman, based on several of my friend's experiences, and I was not disappointed.
A large part of a comedy club experience is due to the comics performing. If they are funny, the evening is usually a good one despite the location. If they are not, then no matter how nice the place is, you leave feeling let down.
That being said, on this occasion both the comics and the venue delivered for me.
Open every Tuesday evening and located in Waterfod Hall above the Galway Hooker, an Irish Pub located in Kenton Place in Cornelius, the 'club' is at first unassuming. Several large collapsible round tables covered with tablecloths filled the 4,000 square foot room, and on this evening nearly all the tables were full.
Capacity is listed at 200 people, but there probably weren't quite that many in attendance.
A small stage, perhaps a foot high, with the familiar Comedy Zone backdrop sits against the outer wall in front of a line of shaded windows.
A full menu from the Galway Hooker downstairs is available, with items such as Kobe burgers, grilled salmon and various Irish fare such as Bangers & Mash and fish & chips.
I was not hungry, so I attempted to chide my friend Amber into ordering the wings so I could also offer up a wing review. She declined however, opting instead to just drink. This is why she is my friend.
The wait staff was numerous and largely attentive, and the beer was cold and tasty.
I've been told the number of performers varies from week to week, and on this evening there was an MC followed by two comics who were as funny as they were different.
The show started at 8 and we were out of there by 10.
All in all, it was a good time, and with tickets only $10, a good entertainment value. I plan to make more visits in the future.
Additional information can be found at www.lkncomedyzone.com
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