Your Friday plans are made In The Black

I’m excited for this show!!! Come through everyone

Join us on Friday, May 8 at 7pm for In the Black 2.0, live at Harold Shenkman Hall at the Shenkman Arts Centre in Orleans

In the Black 2.0 is a high-energy stand-up showcase featuring a dynamic lineup of comedians sharing sharp, funny, and meaningful performances rooted in culture, identity, and lived experience

Hosted by Rose-Ingrid Benjamin, the show includes Samson ImanirambonasThe Velvet DukeXavior Kayvon GoughJanelle Niles, and Daphney Joseph. With music from DJ Karyen!

Come early to check out the vendor market before the show — it runs from 5:30pm to 7pm. The market will also reopen for one hour after the show, so you’ll have another chance to browse and support local vendors.

A portion of the proceeds will go to charities selected by the performers. See you there.

Friday, May 08, 2026 at 7:00 PM

2-for-1 and full price tickets available through https://shenkmanarts.ca/en/in-the-black-comedy

Published by The Velvet Duke

Creator, Producer, Facilitator, Chaos Muppet

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