Gopher Hole Comedy Club Showcase w/ Ira Ford

Doors: 8 PM
Show: 9 PM (The show is approximately 90 minutes)

Headliner: Ira Ford

Ira Ford, from Maryland, was a lyricist before he followed his passion of comedy. He was always amazed at how a comedian could hold so many people's attention. Now based in Minneapolis, he is an open book who talks about life experiences ranging from drugs to family. He unapologetically says what he thinks. His unique and hilarious stories earned him a semifinalist finish at The Funniest Person with a Day Job Contest at Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, and had his own wildly popular monthly showcase which he hosted and curates "Laughs and Legends" at Lakes and Legends Brewery in downtown Minneapolis. He is also the host and proprietor of light em up the bong show & Minnesota Nice Compliment Battle. He is currently a paid regular feature at the hottest comedy club in Minnesota Acme Comedy Company.

Featuring: Jon Stannard

Originally from Iowa City, IA, Jon Stannard has been living and performing in the Twin Cities since 2016.
A Boxing Coach by trade, Jon brings his relaxed wit and goofy energy to show us how funny the parallels can be in life, both inside and outside the Boxing ring.
He is the creator and host of the Mondays at Moose Comedy Open Mic at NE Moose Bar & Grill in Northeast Minneapolis, a weekly show which has been running since June of 2021.

Host: Emen Essien

Emen has been performing stand up nearly 4 years now and producing shows the last 2. His stories of battling anxiety, parenting,and overcoming life’s obstacles will definitely leave you with more reasons to just laugh and enjoy your life.