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The "Pitbull of Comedy" Bobby Slayton Set to Begin Barking Center Stage at Comix at Foxwoods January 8

Comix at Foxwoods will play host to comedy's pitbull, Bobby Slayton for a three-night, four-performance stand-up event

A true “comic’s comic,” Bobby Slayton, often referred to as “The Pitbull of Comedy,” has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 20 years, becoming one of the most renowned, respected and energetic comics in the industry today.

Audiences around the country may recognize Slayton from his scene-stealing roles in movies such as “Get Shorty,” “Ed Wood,” “Bandits” and “Dreamgirls.” He’s been seen on numerous television shows including “The Tonight Show” and “Politically Incorrect.”

Slayton’s many appearances on HBO have included “Comic Relief “and his own stand-up special. Slayton was a series regular on the HBO series “Mind of a Married Man,” and played ‘Joey Bishop’ opposite Ray Liotta and Joe Mantegna in the critically acclaimed film “The Rat Pack.”

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The NY Daily News called Slayton “Armed and Dangerous”, the Las Vegas Review Journal pointed out that “Slayton’s refusal to comprise his art has always made him worth a special trip” and the American Comedy Awards voted him “Funniest Male Stand-up Comic of the Year.”

Slayton’s distinctive gravelly voice has often been heard on animated shows like “Dr. Katz’” and “Family Guy,” as well as many popular radio shows across the country including “Howard Stern,” “Kevin & Bean,” and “Tom Leykis.”

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Tickets are currently available for presale through Comix and Ticketmaster. Regular sale tickets can be purchased in advance for $20 - $50. 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.

About Comix:
COMIX At Foxwoods Comedy Club & Bru Bar is located just a short drive from Hartford, Providence, New Haven, Boston, or Worcester – in the center of Foxwoods Resort Casino at 350 Trolley Line Boulevard in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Featuring national club headliners, cutting-edge alternative comedy, musical variety acts, and superb local talent, COMIX also presents top-ranked national comedians in the MGM Grand and Fox Theaters. In addition, COMIX offers open mic nights and happy hour – every Wednesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., with two full-service bars and a diverse menu featuring everything from boneless wings to steak & cheese spring rolls. COMIX is also the perfect spot for private parties, special events, and viewing sporting events on the COMIX BIG SCREEN. COMIX is open Wednesday through Sunday, from 5 p.m. – 1 a.m. during the week, and 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. on weekends. Call 860-312-5050 or visit www.comixatfoxwoods.com for more information.

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