MON, JAN 25, 2016 AT 8:00 PM
A farewell to Chris Riggins featuring Talib Kweli (DJ Set)
What makes Riggins work as a comedian isn’t a shtick or gimmick; he’s more of a comic who happens to be black than a ‘black comic’ — meaning someone whose material mostly consists of racially-tinged jokes. He balances outlandish remarks (“do aliens have porn?”) with reality-based statements (“times are hard but no times are harder than time spent being a Raider fan…so when you see a Raider fan on Sunday… hug them”) and has a knack for saying things we might have been thinking, but didn’t say (“I think my new holiday tradition will be to go to as many office holiday parties as I can and see how many secret Santa gifts I can get before they realize I don’t work at the office!.”)
He’s not a big punchline guy or one overly enamored of elaborate set-ups. Rather, he adopts a conversational tone which engages audiences and gets into a flow which might contain dozens of small jokes that build steadily, rather than one big “home run” joke. Because of this approach, there are few dead zones in his comedy coverage area. The little laughs add up; their cumulative effect can be overpowering. When Riggins is onstage, you might just find yourself consistently on the edge of anxious anticipation, before breaking out into hysteria and doubling over with laughter.
Chris will be moving to Los Angeles CA next month and wanted to do a farewell show for the Bay Area. Alongside Chris will be performers Seth Byrd from NYC, local host Jay Rich, Anyimelik, and Brooklyn NY’s own Talib Kweli.
Thu. May 1, 2014 10:00PM
Ankh Marketing Presents
Chris Riggins Talent Show
featuring the sounds of DJ/Co Host Mark DiVita
performances by
Nu Dekades, Jern Eye, Salokin, Paris & Divilision
plus comedians
Jay Rich, Mario Hodge & Kirk McHenry
$12 Tickets
All Ages
Yoshi’s | 510 Embarcadero West | Oakland, CA
When it comes to being on the forefront of what is hip, fresh and respectable, no place can touch the San Francisco Bay Area. Every corner is exploding with amazing art and the artists themselves possess so much talent that it can be hard to stand out. Chris Riggins has taken the art of stand up comedy and chosen to stand out amongst a sea of other talented artists.
From opening for Dave Chappelle his first time on stage, to producing unique shows such as the Outdoor Comedy Club, to featuring and headlining at major clubs and colleges throughout the United States, the sky is truly the limit for Chris. While a unique take on growing up in the Bay Area and finding humor in life’s struggles are the centerpiece of Chris’ act, he is relatable to people from all walks of life. While many comics can make you laugh, few can make you reflect humorously on life experiences the way that Chris does.
Viva La Hip Hop 