Do I need to tell you again that New York–based comedian Hari Kondabolu (who recorded his first Comedy Central special this fall—it airs in spring 2011) is a wise, witty, golden-hearted crusader for both funny jokes AND social justice? Surely you are aware of this by now. Instead, let’s talk about his opening act, Ahamefule Oluo. Oluo is a local musician, comedian, and master storyteller who has somehow managed to cram approximately 56 tragic, awkward, hilarious, blistering lifetimes into his 30-odd years. He will tell you about it in dark, honest words and you will be amazed. (Comedy Underground, 109 S Washington St, 628-0303, 8 pm, $12, 21+)
Lindy West was born an unremarkable female baby in Seattle, Washington. The former Stranger writer covered movies, movie stars, exclamation points, lady stuff, large frightening fish, and much, much more.... More by Lindy West
Don’t ask Aham about Jeff Dunham. Or do, depending on your mood.