All Jokes Aside (comedy club) facts for kids

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All Jokes Aside was a very popular comedy club located in the south side of Chicago, a big city in the United States. It first opened its doors in 1992. This club was special because it mostly featured and welcomed African-American comedians and audiences. It had 275 seats, which is quite a lot for a comedy club!

The club was very successful and stayed open for almost ten years. Its popularity even led to a TV show on Comedy Central, a famous comedy channel. All Jokes Aside also opened a second location in Detroit, another major city. In 1994, the company made a lot of money, earning about $470,000! This shows how much people loved going there for a good laugh.

Famous Comedians Who Performed There

Many famous comedians performed at All Jokes Aside before they became huge stars. Here are some of the well-known names who graced its stage:

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