WHAT'S SO FUNNY ABOUT DETROIT?

Schedule

Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Old Miami | Detroit, MI

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WDET Comedy Showcase is back! Hosted by Ryan Patrick Hooper of IN THE GROOVE
About this Event

What’s So Funny About Detroit? is coming back to the gorgeous backyard of the Old Miami with host extraordinaire, Ryan Patrick Hooper (, M-F, 12-3p).

Detroit’s talented comedians will take the stage on the last Thursday of the month to showcase what, indeed, is so funny about the Motor City. For the May 28th showcase, WDET will be featuring Josh Adams, Mary Spencer, and Diego Attanasio!

*Check back here for comedian updates all summer long!

Doors open at 6:00 p.m., show begins at 7:00 p.m. sharp.

This is an UNCENSORED comedy event. The viewpoints of the performers do not necessarily reflect those of WDET or Wayne State University.

This is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR and/or BLANKET event. When you get to the backyard, please set up blankets in the front, chairs in the back. There will be very limited on-site seating.

The Old Miami is a 21+ venue – NO EXCEPTIONS – we apologize in advance for any inconvenience! You may be required to show a photo ID for entry.

Tickets are $30 in advance for WDET members, $35 for NON-WDET members and for everyone at the door. We will accept cash and card at the door.

There will be an on-site food vendor. No outside beverages are permitted.

*Please see FAQ (GOOD TO KNOW) below for any additonal details on parking, outside food & beverage, and pets.

All four showcases are Supported by:

FRIENDS OF DETROIT ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL

TITO'S HANDMADE VODKA


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SUPPORTED BY: Friends of Detroit Animal Care & Control | Shelter for Homeless Pets

FRIENDS OF DETROIT ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL

Volunteer foster parents will bring adoptable dogs to The Old Miami for one hour prior to showtime so you can meet, pet, play with the dogs and learn about the dogs' disposition from the foster parent. (AND maybe adopt!)

*Dogs are not allowed in the beautiful backyard of The Old Miami, so if you do decided to adopt, you will need to make arrangements with the foster family.


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SUPPORTED BY: Tito's Handmade Vodka Vodka for Dog People - Tito’s Handmade Vodka

A special signature Tito's Handmade Vodka cocktail will be available at each showcase night.


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Josh Adams: May 28th Josh Adams - Comedian | Facebook


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Mary Spencer: May 28th Mary Spencer: Stand-Up Comedian from Detroit


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Diego Attanasio: May 28th Diego Attanasio | Facebook

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Where is it happening?

The Old Miami, 3930 Cass Avenue, Detroit, United States

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Tickets

USD 33.85 to USD 39.19

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