

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hahamasala Comedy Productions Present:FUNNY SHADES OF CHOCOLATE: EARLY SHOW
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: FUNNY SHADES OF CHOCOLATE with Ray Lau, Atul Patel, KJ the Comedian, and Rene HumbertoAbout this EventThe Cedar PresentsFUNNY SHADES OF CHOCOLATE: EARLY SHOWFriday, January 23, 2026 / Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:00 PMAll AgesSeatedThis is a seated show with general admission, first-come-first-served seating. The Cedar is happy to reserve seats for patrons who require special seating accommodations. To request access accommodations, please go to ourFor Cedar presented shows, online ticket sales typically end one hour before the door time, and then, based on availability, tickets will be available at the door. Tickets purchased at the door will include a $1 Eventbrite fee.Tickets are not transferrable between the early and late shows.ABOUT THIS SHOWGet ready for Funny Shades of Chocolate - a stand-up comedy show that blends different cultures, experiences, and comedic styles into one unforgettable night. Featuring Atul Patel, Rene Humberto Valdiviezo, and KJ The Comedian, with headliner Ray Lau (featured on Netflix Is a Joke’s “Introducing…”, Don’t Tell Comedy, and The Locals with Iliza Schlesinger), it’s proof that the funniest comedy comes from the most diverse perspectives. Each comic will bring their own flavor and point of view to the stage for a night full of laughter, relatability, and fresh comedic energy that will keep you smiling long after the show ends.   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/5589e180-c5d9-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w597-h740-dc181d30-gmir.jpg Ray LauRay Lau is a Cantonese American standup comedian. His style has been praised by audiences for being unique, relatable, lighthearted, and playful. Ray’s most viral joke is about the “Chipotle Bean Scheme” and has been seen millions of times online. He was featured on Netflix Is A Joke’s “Introducing…” series, Don't Tell Comedy’s filmed secret sets, and was named Vulture’s Comedians You Should and Will Know.  You can often see Ray performing live across Southern California and all over the country. To learn more about Ray Lau:Visit his Instagram page here https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/55e1ec90-c5d9-11f0-9e15-47c88bfad348-rimg-w495-h740-dc191819-gmir.jpg Atul PatelAtul Patel is a Minneapolis-based Indian-American comedian whose clever observational humor explores life as a middle-aged, outsider from Cleveland in Minnesota.  He proves you can be funny and vegetarian.  A two-time finalist in the ACME Funniest Person Contest, Atul has performed and headlined at shows everywhere from Montreal to Tokyo drawing audiences in with his calm demeanor and sharp perspective.To learn more Atul Patel:Visit his Instagram page here https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/56255e30-c5d9-11f0-9e15-47c88bfad348-rimg-w523-h740-dc601b2a-gmir.jpg KJ the ComedianKJ The Comedian (Kelechi Jaavaid) brings an easy-going commanding presence and a knack for turning everyday life into hilarious storytelling.  He turns a stand-up stage into his living room, the audience into his guests, and the evening into a funfest of topical and observational humor.A veteran comic with over 50 million online views, he’s been featured on BET’s Super Bowl Gospel Special, Fox’s Divorce Court, and TMZ. Smooth, cool, and effortlessly funny — KJ always delivers.To learn more KJ The Comedian:Visit his Instagram page here https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/5659dbb0-c5d9-11f0-9e15-47c88bfad348-rimg-w1109-h740-dc018b62-gmir.jpg Rene Humberto ValdiviezoRene Humberto was born in Mexico, but raised in the nasal demographic of the Midwest. With a name like Rene, growing up as an immigrant made for interesting times and stories that would eventually make their way into joke form and be enjoyed by audiences all over the country and online for the last 10 years. Rene keeps audiences hooked with a style that is direct, alluring, yet purposely aloof.  He has opened for Adrienne Iapalucci, Robert Kelly, Sam Tallent, Kerry Feehan, and regularly featured for the late Ken Flores.To learn more Rene Humberto Valdiviezo:Visit his Instagram page here
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/hahamasala-comedy-productions-present-funny-shades-of-chocolate-early-show/100001969802612640
- **Event Categories**: comedy, entertainment, contests, performances, art, fine-arts, sports, live-music, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: all_ages
  - presented_by: Presented by Hahamasala Comedy Productions
  - Duration: 3 hours
  - Location: The Cedar Cultural Center
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30.97, max: 36.27, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Minneapolis
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Cedar Cultural Center
- **lat**: 44.9694419
- **long**: -93.2476028
- **full address**: The Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 10
- **organizer**: The Cedar Cultural Center (https://allevents.in/org/the-cedar-cultural-center/22555726)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 30.97 up to 36.27 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Cedar Cultural Center
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** comedy, entertainment, contests, performances, art, fine-arts, sports, live-music, storytelling
- **Q**: What is the age limit of the event?
  - **A:** all_ages
- **Q**: What is the presented_by of the event?
  - **A:** Presented by Hahamasala Comedy Productions
- **Q**: What is the duration of the event?
  - **A:** 3 hours
- **Q**: What is the location of the event?
  - **A:** The Cedar Cultural Center
- **Q**: What is the languages of the event?
  - **A:** English
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Hahamasala Comedy Productions Present:FUNNY SHADES OF CHOCOLATE: EARLY SHOW ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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