On 7/6/2014, the San Diego Union Tribune (
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"SAN DIEGO’S FIRST LAUGH FACTORY LINEUP DEBUTS AT HOTEL DEL CORONADO
By U-T San Diego5:08 A.M.JULY 6, 2014
The world-famous Laugh Factory is pleased to announce its new summer home at Hotel del Coronado on Coronado Island, in San Diego. Recognized by USA Today as “The No. 1 Comedy Club in the Country,” Laugh Factory made its first ever San Diego debut last week in The Del’s Carousel Room. Shows will continue to run through Labor Day.
“We are excited to partner with the internationally-known Laugh Factory this summer and create memorable experiences for locals and guests alike,” said Andre Zotoff, Vice President and General Manager of Hotel del Coronado. “We are constantly trying to find new, exciting ways to continue delivering unforgettable moments and build on our established partnerships.”
Last week, comedy veterans Dom Irrera and Jim Tavare performed at the Del. Upcoming shows at The Laugh Factory in Coronado will Erik Griffin and Jeff Richards on July 10-12. Performances are at 8 p.m. for a PG-13 show and 10 p.m. for an R-rated show.
“We are aiming to be the number one choice for comedy in San Diego and are in the process of booking top-tier Hollywood Laugh Factory regulars Dane Cook, Kevin Nealon, Bob Saget and Chris D’Elia to perform at Hotel del Coronado this summer,” said Jamie Masada, Founder and CEO of Laugh Factory. “We look forward to partnering with this world-class resort and showcasing it as a destination that also offers world-class laughs.”
For the full lineup of comedic performances, visit laughfactory.com.
Tickets start at $35, though prices may vary per performance. Tickets may be purchased, online at HotelDel.com by phone at 619-522-8490 or at the Laugh Factory box office up to 90 minutes before the show.
Laugh Factory believes that laughter – and the exploration of what creates that laughter — could provide what diplomacy has been unable to accomplish for centuries: the bringing together of people regardless of their religion, ethnicity or country. With locations in Hollywood, Long Beach, Las Vegas, Chicago, soon to open in Reno and now, Coronado Island, The Laugh Factory is known around the world as one of the premiere spots for comedy."