Funny Shades of Chocolate, a stand-up comedy showcase of four nationally prominent comedians, will perform on Friday, February 27, 2026. Presented by local company Hahamasala Comedy Productions, this high-energy show marks the Midwest’s first stand-up comedy showcase celebrating humor from diverse perspectives.
The lineup includes:
- Ray Lau (Netflix Is a Joke’s “Introducing…”)
- KJ The Comedian (50M+ online views, BET’s Super Bowl Gospel Special)
- René Humberto (Next Stop Comedy, immigrant perspectives)
- Atul Patel (ACME Funniest Person Contest finalist, producer)
“Funny Shades of Chocolate isn’t just a comedy show, it’s a celebration of voices you rarely hear on the same stage,” says producer and performer Atul Patel. “In a city as diverse as Minneapolis, this show brings together East Asian American, Latino, South Asian American, and Black humor, proving that great jokes and stories come from every background.”
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
- Time: Doors 6:30 PM | Show 7:30 PM
- Venue: The Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454
- Tickets: https://shorturl.at/m7Maz