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Comedian Bert Kreischer to perform at UIS

Comedian Bert Kreischer to perform at UIS

William Compton, Bert Kreischer (middle), Taylor Lewan at The Machine Premiere at the Village Theater on May 25, 2023 in Westwood, CA. Photo: Shutterstock/Kathy Hutchins


Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – It’s time to party! Well…let’s get permission first.

Actor, producer, stand up comedian, and “Machine” Bert Kreischer hits the stage at the UIS Performing Arts Center on December 12,

According to a news release, it’s all part of his newly scheduled dates for the ongoing “Permission to Party” World Tour.

“Bert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s infamous ‘Number One Partier in the Nation’ to one of the top-grossing stand-up comedians in the world—and a powerhouse entrepreneur, actor, producer, content creator, and entertainment brand,” said a news release.  “Named by Forbes as ‘one of the best storytellers of his generation,’ Kreischer has parlayed his signature comedy and authenticity into a dynamic media empire.”

Pre-sales for 2nd Act Campaign Donors start this Thursday at 10 a.m.  Remaining tickets for the general public will go on sale the following Friday morning at 10 a.m. Tickets will range from $40 to $125.

Tickets will be available at UISPac.com.

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