Jokes at Jack's

Top comic Sam Ellefson headlines our first show at Jack's Bar and Grill. A 2x NW Emmy nominee, Sam released his comedy special “Minnesota Nice” in 2023. Joined by top comics PJ Johnson, Ren Q. Dawe, and Donna Shannon, Sam is sure to make you laugh!

Join us early for dinner – Doors open at 6.

Show: 7 – 8:30 pm

21+

Starring Sam Ellefson

• “Minnesota Nice” Comedy Special
• High Plains Comedy Festival 2024
• Finalist, Oregon Comedy Competition
• Finalist, Denver Rise Comedy Competition
• 2x nominee NW Emmys

Sam, now based in Denver, is originally from a suburb of a suburb in Minnesota. Sam started his comedy career in the Pacific Northwest with a parody late-night talk show in college that earned him 2 Northwest Emmy nominations. He also regularly performs at comedy festivals and comedy clubs across the country. In 2023, he released his first comedy special, “Minnesota Nice.”

Featuring PJ Johnson

Drawing crowds and sold-out shows throughout the Western and Midwest US! This Colorado comic is one of the top emerging talents west of the Mississippi.

Special Guest Ren Q. Dawe

Ren Q. Dawe (he/they) is a trans comedian and genderqueer prankster. Lauded as a highly unsuccessful author, Ren is the organizer of the Colorado Queer Comedy Festival and has been seen in festivals and comedy clubs from New York to Portland to Alaska. Their jokes have been featured on 9News, NYCTourism, and NPR. Ren is touring extensively throughout 2025, so catch them while you can!

Hosted by Donna Shannon

Host of the Coyote Tales podcast, Donna is a regular performer on the Second Chance Comedy show, which features sober comedians who share their unique journeys in the most hilarious of ways. Donna produces shows throughout the Denver and Pueblo areas.

Host or Publisher Coyote Visions Productions