Mama takes a night out

You don’t have to be a mom to enjoy the side-splitting comedy of these three hilarious ladies.

They met during Nick at Nite’s Search for the Funniest Mom in America, where each was a finalist, and have been friends and comedic partners ever since. Mama’s Night Out! features a Southerner (Karen Morgan), a sassy Brit (Sherry Davey) and a native New Yorker (Nancy Witter) in an eclectic blend of standup comedy and audience participation. Each of their unique and original comedic styles are drawn from personal experience and familiar everyday situations and complements the others perfectly. “It’s comedy about parenting, about being a mom and a wife. It’s about all those crazy moments of living life,” says Morgan.

While most contemporary comedy routines seem geared more towards young, urban-dwelling singles, the “Mama’s” material – based on real-life situations spun to draw laughs – appeals to a wider audience. But this is by no means a ladies-only show. Although moms everywhere appreciate the jokes and funny stories drawn from experiences so like their own, the men in the audience enjoy the humor just as much. Their typical crowd is generously sprinkled with dads and dates – laughing right along with the trio’s riotous routine. Though the central theme of the material is “family,” the presentation is truly as diverse as the performers themselves. Toward the close of each performance, the three comedians gather together on stage for a little audience “Q&A” – their favorite part of the show. “Sometimes we’ll get PG-type questions, but we also get a lot of wacky stuff,” says Davey. “It never can get pretty explicit, but it is always SO funny! It’s the best part of the show.” Their award-winning humor has been featured in regular guest appearances on Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn” and “Premium Blend.”

The stars of Mama’s Night Out! will leave you in stitches and rolling in the aisles wanting more. By the end of the show, you’ll feel like these three friends – Karen, Nancy and Sherry – are your friends as well. Join us at the Rozsa Center on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. for the unrestrained hysterics of Mama’s Night Out!

(Babysitting will be available at the Rozsa during the show. Call to reserve, as spots are limited.)

This event is sponsored by the James and Margaret Black Endowment.

Tickets for the general public are $25 and $20; MTU student prices are $20 and $15 (MTU student ID required). To purchase tickets contact the Rozsa Box Office at 487-3200, The Central Ticket Office (SDC) at 487-2073, Tech Express (MUB) at 487-3308 or go on-line at www.tickets.mtu.edu. No refunds, exchanges or late seating, please.