Popular Letterman-Featured Comedian Comes to Palos

A Beverly native who's been featured on Last Comic Standing and The David Letterman Show is pit-stopping in Palos next month for what's sure to be an evening filled with laughter and lightheartedness.

Pat McGann is hosting a family-friendly comedy night May 21 at St. Alexander School in Palos Heights, where musical guest Joey, Digs & The Dentist Band will also take the stage.

McGann, who made a career switch in 2007 from his day job as a packaging salesman, is a touring comedian and regular at Zanies Comedy Club. When not traveling for gigs, he's a featured guest on Comcast's Sports Talk Live and ABC's Windy City Live, among other well-known radio programs. He was also the creator and host of the 2010 Emmy-nominated television show, The Chicago Stand Up Project.

Doors open at 7 p.m. for the May 21 Comedy Night event, which officially kicks off at 8 p.m. with opener Kevin Bozeman. All are welcome to bring snacks, beverages and friends to gather in the St. Parish Center at 126th Street and 70th Avenue, just east of Harlem Avenue.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. Those interested should bring a check to the St. Alexander Parish or School offices, the release says.

Available rates are:

• The Fallon Package: $35 per person (open seating)
• The Kimmel Package: $320 for a table of eight
• The Letterman Package: $400 for a table of eight (exclusive front-row seating and VIP accommodations)

For more information about St. Alexander School visit, www.stalexanderschool.com or call 708-448-0408.