This is not about to be your standard Black History Month celebration event recommendation fluff article. Get a hard taste of reality and see Do the Knowledge presented by Jake Russell at Planet Ant. While it isn’t all flowers and butterflies, this original comedy production will have you laughing like there’s no tomorrow.
Do the Knowledge is a different and highly authentic show that puts a comedic lens on a very dark true story. Jokes will come to life and be acted out as you hear them told to paint a picture and to educate people about the Black experience in America. The show features stand-up, sketch comedy, monologues, and even a PowerPoint presentation in the style of a TED talk. Comedians will talk about difficult topics concerning racism, history, and even their own experiences being Black in America.
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Jake Russell, creator, and star of I Ain’t No Joke, has assembled a talented cast that will bring you a night of raw comedy and enlightenment, featuring comedians that have performed across Detroit and North America including Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Laugh Factory Chicago, and Hollywood Improv.
The word on the street is you should see the show more than once because no two shows are the same. You can see Do the Knowledge on weekends now through February 22nd.
Event Information:
Jake Russell Presents: Do the Knowledge
February 7th - February 22nd
Planet Ant Hall | 2320 Caniff St, Hamtramck, MI
Tickets: $30 online, $35 at the door
Click here for tickets & more information
CAST
Jake Russell
Darrick Ervin II
Cliff DeMarco
Melanie Hearn
Ryan Brown
CREW
Director: Jake Russell
Stage Manager: Julia LeBrell
Produced by The Planet Ant Home Team
