CONTACT:
Andrew Seraphin
The Wilbur Theatre
Seraphin@TheWilbur.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Gabriel Iglesias Comes to The Wilbur
WHAT: On Wednesday, January 21st, Thursday, January 22nd, Friday, January 23rd, and Saturday, January 24th, 2015, Gabriel Iglesias is coming to The Wilbur in Boston’s historic Theatre District.
Born in Chula Vista, California, Gabriel Iglesias is the youngest of six children, raised by a single mother. Growing up, the family lived in Section 8 housing in Long Beach, CA. It was during his childhood that he developed a strong sense of humor to deal with the obstacles he faced. In 1997, he set out to hone his comedic skills and performed stand-up anywhere he could find an audience, including biker bars and hole in the wall joints. He never could have foreseen the incredible success he has experienced.
Today, Iglesias is one of America’s most successful stand-up comedians and he performs in sold-out concerts across the United States and Internationally. His stand-up comedy is a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. His unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages.
On July 25, 2014 Iglesias’s highly anticipated stand-up comedy film, The Fluffy Movie (Open Road Films) hits theaters. Following the release of The Fluffy Movie, Gabriel will appear in 20th Century Fox’s animated film The Book of Life alongside Zoe Saldana and Channing Tatum. In the Fall of 2014, Comedy Central will air season 3 of Gabriel’s hit series Stand-Up Revolution, which features comedians that he personally selected.
Gabriel will begin production on the highly anticipated sequel to the box office hit Magic Mike, reprising his role as Tobias with Matthew McConaughey and Channing Tatum. Magic Mike XXL will be released July 3, 2015.
Comedy Central premiered Gabriel Iglesias: Aloha Fluffy in an unprecedented two-night comedy special to over 15 million viewers. This was a great follow-up to his previous DVD specials, Hot & Fluffy and I’m Not Fat…I’m Fluffy, which has sold a combined total of 2 million copies.
Gabriel has recently appeared in A Haunted House 2 and hit animated films The Nut Job and Disney’s Planes. Gabriel was nominated for an ALMA Award; Favorite TV Reality, Variety, or Comedy Personality or Act and was top billed at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festivals in Montreal and Toronto.
In 2009 and 2010, he headlined the Amman Jordan Comedy Festival. Gabriel’s appeal expands worldwide with sold-out performances in Canada, Australia, Europe (Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden & Norway), the U.K., Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
Gabriel has also appeared on “The Arsenio Hall Show,” “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Conan,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” “Steve Harvey,” “Good Morning America,” Cartoon Network’s “The Annoying Orange” and FOX TV’s “The Family Guy.” Gabriel has also co-hosted the top rated YouTube series Ray William Johnson’s “=3” and “Epic Meal Time.”
WHEN: Wednesday, January 21st, 2015 – 8:00 PM
Thursday, January 22nd, 2015 – 8:00 PM
Friday, January 23rd, 2015 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, January 24th, 2015 – 9:00 PM
COST: $45-$65
WHERE: The Wilbur | 246 Tremont Street | Boston, MA 02116 | 617.248.9700
TICKETS: Visit www.wilburboston.wpengine.com, or call the box office at 617.248.9700
About The Wilbur:
Celebrating 100 years, The Wilbur, nestled in Boston’s historic Theatre District, is the premiere destination for comedy and music in Boston, MA. Built in 1914 by The Shubert Brothers, The Wilbur opened in 1915 and was named for The Shubert Theatre’s manager A.L. Wilbur. Recently revitalized by former Comedy Connection owner Bill Blumenreich in July of 2008, The Wilbur has become a first-class venue showcasing A-list comedians and musicians. A Comedy Central verified venue, the theater has attracted the best of the best in comedy including Aziz Ansari, Louis CK, Kevin Hart, Katt Williams and Jim Gaffigan. They also boast award-winning musicians from all genres such as Boyz II Men, Lauryn Hill, Lyle Lovitt and Smoky Robinson. Offering an intimate show setting, The Wilbur provides the perfect environment for enjoying comedy sensations and chart topping artists in the heart of Boston’s historic Theater District.
The Wilbur is located at 246 Tremont Street in Boston, MA. For more information, please visit www.wilburboston.wpengine.com, or call 617.248.9700.
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