Jo Koy Coming to Foxwoods, 5/15

Comix at Foxwoods presents the hilarious stand-up storyteller Jo Koy for a one-night-only performance at The Fox Theater at Foxwoods on Friday, May 15 at 8:00 p.m.

From filling sold-out clubs across the nation, to appearing weekly as a regular on, E!'s, "Chelsea Lately," Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings at a Las Vegas coffee house. His infectious, explosive energy onstage, insightful jokes, and family-inspired humor crosses all boundaries. In 2007, Variety magazine named Jo Koy one of the "10 Comics to Watch!"

Raised in Tacoma, WA, Koy credits his mother for his comedic and acting talents. Encouraged by his mom, Jo participated in school talent shows and presented impromptu performances for his family and friends. This loving support led to the Las Vegas coffee house, and inspired a move to Los Angeles.

In 2005, Koy hit the "opportunity of a lifetime" with a performance on NBC's, "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno." He became one of a select few ever to receive a standing ovation. Since then, he has appeared several times throughout the years.

A single father, Koy was inspired by his son and began working on his first Comedy Central special, "Don't Make Him Angry," which aired in January 2009. His highly anticipated second Comedy Central special, "Lights Out" aired in October 2012.

Koy has appeared on various VH1, "I Love" series, as well as "The Joy Behar Show," "Jimmy Kimmel Live," "Last Call with Carson Daly" and "Jamie Foxx: Laffapalooza." He is a regular headliner at the world famous Improv, tours the college circuit nationwide and performs in comedy clubs both in the U.S., and internationally.

A firm believer in service and giving back to the community, Koy is currently working with The Lupus Foundation on bringing awareness to the devastating disease. Koy resides in Los Angeles, CA.

Tickets are currently available for presale through Comix and Ticketmaster. Regular sale tickets can be purchased in advance for $30-$60. This show is for mature audiences only.

Tickets are available online at www.comixatfoxwoods.com; by calling the Foxwoods Box Office at 800-200-2882; or in person at the Comix, Fox Theater or Grand Theater Box Offices. Please contact the Comix Comedy Club at 860-312-5050 for additional information or with questions regarding group sales or private parties.