June 07, 2017
The Rochester Opera House presents Comedian Dave Russo on Friday, June 23rd.
Dave Russo is a comedian like no other. He’s a diminutive guy with a big voice, whose high energy act never fails to leave audiences doubled over in laughter. Dave has yet to meet a crowd that he can’t win over with his charm and upbeat attitude. His quick wit and clever improvisation skills keep audiences on their toes, never sure where Dave’s mind will ricochet to next. His artful storytelling, combined with his flair for theatrics, and killer Robert DeNiro impression, has entertained audiences around the country.
Recently named “Best Male Comic” in the city by the Boston Examiner, Dave Russo has been a mainstay of Boston comedy for the last fifteen years. As co-host of NESN’s Dirty Water TV, he produces a regular comedy series, in addition to reporting on the best of Boston night life. He has appeared on The E! TV series “The Entertainer”, NBC’s “The Today Show,” FOX 25 with Gene Lavanchy, “The Phantom Gourmet,” and was hand selected by the producer of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” to perform on NESN’s Comedy All-Stars. Dave was recently featured on BostonGlobe.com’s “Boston, A Comedy Capital” panel, where he participated in a discussion of the history and future of Boston comedy. You can hear him every Friday on 980 WCAP.
Dave performs regularly for the troops, appearing with the U.S.O. at shows all over the country. He is also heavily involved and supports many local charities. Dave has performed on Denis Leary’s annual “Comics Come Home” to benefit The Neely House. He has played softball alongside Boston Bruin Milan Lucic at his annual Rock & Jock Celebrity Softball game raising money for the Celebrities for Charity Foundation. Dave’s other charity work includes appearing at New England Patriot Matt Light’s annual “Celebrity Shoot-Out,” golfing alongside Micky Ward at the legendary boxer’s charity golf tournament and competing in the Boston Bruins Alumni charity games. He has done similar work with the Genesis Fund and most notably the Mark Bavis Celebrity Golf scholarship Event.
After winning the first annual Boston Comedy Festival, “Best New Comic Award” Dave caught the attention of Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton, who hand selected the young comic out of 5,000 hopefuls to appear on The E! TV show “The Entertainer,” earning Dave a headlining contract in Las Vegas. A regular in the Boston comedy scene, Dave has performed in some of the best comedy clubs in Las Vegas, New York and L.A.
The show starts at 8pm (doors open at 7pm) on Friday, June 23rd. Tickets start at $20. Reserve tickets online or call the box office (603) 335-1992, M/W/F from 10-5pm and 2-hours before the show.
The Rochester Opera House is sponsored by TD Bank North, Eastern Propane, Shaheen & Gordon P.A., and Norm Vetter Foundations. The Rochester Opera House is located in City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester NH. Visit www.RochesterOperaHouse.com for more information.
Dave Russo is a comedian like no other. He’s a diminutive guy with a big voice, whose high energy act never fails to leave audiences doubled over in laughter. Dave has yet to meet a crowd that he can’t win over with his charm and upbeat attitude. His quick wit and clever improvisation skills keep audiences on their toes, never sure where Dave’s mind will ricochet to next. His artful storytelling, combined with his flair for theatrics, and killer Robert DeNiro impression, has entertained audiences around the country.
Recently named “Best Male Comic” in the city by the Boston Examiner, Dave Russo has been a mainstay of Boston comedy for the last fifteen years. As co-host of NESN’s Dirty Water TV, he produces a regular comedy series, in addition to reporting on the best of Boston night life. He has appeared on The E! TV series “The Entertainer”, NBC’s “The Today Show,” FOX 25 with Gene Lavanchy, “The Phantom Gourmet,” and was hand selected by the producer of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” to perform on NESN’s Comedy All-Stars. Dave was recently featured on BostonGlobe.com’s “Boston, A Comedy Capital” panel, where he participated in a discussion of the history and future of Boston comedy. You can hear him every Friday on 980 WCAP.
Dave performs regularly for the troops, appearing with the U.S.O. at shows all over the country. He is also heavily involved and supports many local charities. Dave has performed on Denis Leary’s annual “Comics Come Home” to benefit The Neely House. He has played softball alongside Boston Bruin Milan Lucic at his annual Rock & Jock Celebrity Softball game raising money for the Celebrities for Charity Foundation. Dave’s other charity work includes appearing at New England Patriot Matt Light’s annual “Celebrity Shoot-Out,” golfing alongside Micky Ward at the legendary boxer’s charity golf tournament and competing in the Boston Bruins Alumni charity games. He has done similar work with the Genesis Fund and most notably the Mark Bavis Celebrity Golf scholarship Event.
After winning the first annual Boston Comedy Festival, “Best New Comic Award” Dave caught the attention of Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton, who hand selected the young comic out of 5,000 hopefuls to appear on The E! TV show “The Entertainer,” earning Dave a headlining contract in Las Vegas. A regular in the Boston comedy scene, Dave has performed in some of the best comedy clubs in Las Vegas, New York and L.A.
The show starts at 8pm (doors open at 7pm) on Friday, June 23rd. Tickets start at $20. Reserve tickets online or call the box office (603) 335-1992, M/W/F from 10-5pm and 2-hours before the show.
The Rochester Opera House is sponsored by TD Bank North, Eastern Propane, Shaheen & Gordon P.A., and Norm Vetter Foundations. The Rochester Opera House is located in City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester NH. Visit www.RochesterOperaHouse.com for more information.
Contact:
Matt Wyatt, Co-Producer/Publicist
matt@rochesteroperahouse.org, (603) 332-2211
