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Review 1 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Real Fans Only

Orpheum Theater @

- Memphis @

, TN @

- 06/12/2012 @

Favorite moment: Meeting Dave after the show. @

Posted 06/13/2012

by ConsciousConcepts

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I attended the Memphis show and I can honestly say that I was, in a word, baffled by the crowd. First, the crowd was very diverse. Excellent because that is what a Dave Chappelle crowd offers. He has taken comedy and used it to cross lines of age and race. Dave has been an artist that I classify as the Richard of our day and age. The comedy event in Memphis never had a chance to even succeed. This is because the crowd began shouting questions and ignorant random things from the very beginning.

The show and his presentation reminds me of Richard when he was at the phase of his career that had him giving concerts based primarily of improv work. He had me thinking that I would surely hear a "Mongo Santa Maria" type of bit, which I did, and that was perfect. He also gave us some new material that gave us a reminder of the genus that he is. Real fans will be able to appreciate the way his work has evolved and the courage that it takes to make such a drastically different move. No, he did not do sketch and bits, he did his show based on his interactions and based on what the crowd gave him. The problem is that today's crowds seem to only want bit work and pre-written jokes.

The problem with many of the reviews here is that people were expecting him to come and perform "sketch comedy". Things that you can easily see if you turn on an ole episode of his highly successful show. Pay attention and you will see that none of his stand up work has ever really referenced the show. Many of the people at the show seem to have only heard of his show because of Half Baked and his television series. His body of work is much more than that.

The show ended and he was still gracious afterward. Allowing us to take a photo with him and even spend a brief moment speaking to us before hopping on his bike to enjoy the city.

I recommend this show to true Dave fans and to fans that want to see a true witty and gifted talent at work. This is not a television show and this is not your average stand up. Respect the work and give it a chance to develop and you will have a truly great time.

Orpheum Theater @

- Memphis @

, TN @

- 06/12/2012 @

Favorite moment: Meeting Dave after the show. @

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Review 2 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Amazing

Bank Atlantic @

- Improv @

Posted 04/25/2013

by Ssturrup

Dave Chapelle is one of the greatest comedian of all times!!!!!

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- Improv @

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Review 3 for Dave Chappelle

3 / 5

Something still missing

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco @

- San Francisco @

, CA @

- Mon, Apr 1, 2013 @

Posted 04/03/2013

by EHViking

I preface this review with the fact that this is the tenth time I have seen Dave dating back to 1998. The first eight times Dave was an absolute comedic genius.

The ninth time I saw him was at Cobb's. He was so bad that my girlfriend and I left early. He had little to no prepared material and while he sought interaction from the crowd he was disinterested in anything that the crowd had to say. It was so bad you could hear the air conditioner for extended periods of time.

This time Dave still had little prepared material, but managed to have a better rapport with the crowd.

In the end, it was good seeing Dave again, but his past greatness may have jaded me. I almost get the feeling that Dave shows up for gigs now just to garner some money and then head back to Ohio. The love for the game seems to be missing.

BTW The Punchline is a phenomenal venue. I highly recommend it.

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco @

- San Francisco @

, CA @

- Mon, Apr 1, 2013 @

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Review 4 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

Master at work

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco @

- San Francisco @

, CA @

- Mon, Apr 1, 2013 @

Favorite moment: "Kramer had his whole career ruined from a 15-second YouTube clip of him calling some people 'n!ggers.' But I do that every night." @

Posted 04/03/2013

by Punchliner

Location:San Francisco

Seeing Dave live always makes for an unforgettable and unparalleled night out. He thrives off crowd interaction, and his comedic sense is second to none in using that banter to make pointed and hilarious observations. Every show (this was my second time seeing him in two weeks) is totally unique because of his prolific improvisation, and it's totally worth seeing multiple times.

Occasionally, your show may become sidetracked by an overzealous audience member (as tonight's was), but Dave eventually will set them straight. It's all a part of the greater Chappelle stand-up experience!

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco @

- San Francisco @

, CA @

- Mon, Apr 1, 2013 @

Favorite moment: "Kramer had his whole career ruined from a 15-second YouTube clip of him calling some people 'n!ggers.' But I do that every night." @

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Review 5 for Dave Chappelle

1 / 5

Dont' waste your money

Orpheum @

- Memphis @

, TN @

- 07/21/2012 @

Favorite moment: None @

Posted 10/04/2012

by MadFan38

Location:Memphis, TN

After it was all over with I was highly disappointed. He said that he does this for the fans, and without his fans he wouldn't be here. Well don't worry Dave, we aren't fans anymore. Yes I know that you were more relevant about 7-10 years ago. Put some work into what you are doing. Any remotely famous idiot can stand up on a stage and ramble about nothing. There was never a point to anything that you said. If it had not been for that very annoying heckler in the back of the audience you would not have had anything to talk about. That heckler was probably a plant to help you with this very miserable performance. Oh how I wish the Dave from 10 years ago had been there. Then it would have been funny and entertaining. Lesson learned, I will never go to another Dave Chappelle show again. I don't care how more relevant you might become, I will never pay another dime to let you "entertain" me again.

Orpheum @

- Memphis @

, TN @

- 07/21/2012 @

Favorite moment: None @

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Review 6 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Amazing Show

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His bit about the videos arriving at his home. @

Posted 08/22/2012

by Jackal2211

Dave Chapelle hasnt lost his touch. He was quick and witty with the many hecklers at the show and he had some very funny material. Expect a comeback tour for Dave Chapelle.

Also his opener Dave Landell was very funny as well.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His bit about the videos arriving at his home. @

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Review 7 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

Chappelle Rocked!!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he was saying he must not be that famous anymore because people ask him has he seen other famous people. ... @

Posted 08/22/2012

by DDCakes

Location:Detroit

Show was sold out! Dave was freaking funny as heck; i could have lived without the hecklers that side tracked his routine from jump! But security was on point, Dave blasted back some good zingers, and what can one expect since he's been gone for so long. Dave puffed on 100 cigarettes while tickling my funny bone to pieces. He looked good/healthy and did not appear to have missed a beat. The crowd's energy was amazing as well. I laughed the entire show; sometimes gut wrenching and other times slight chuckles. Regardless Dave was FUN-NEE!! It was my 1st time seeing him live and I would definitely see him again!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he was saying he must not be that famous anymore because people ask him has he seen other famous people. ... @

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Review 8 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

Dave Chappelle is so cool...

The Fillmore @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- 08/19/2012 @

Favorite moment: Talking about the people in the audience. @

Posted 08/22/2012

by Felishad1968

Location:West Bloomfield, MI

I attended the show in Detroit on Sunday. Dave was so down to earth and cool. It wasn't a show as much as it felt like sitting down having a fun conversation with one of your crazy friends. The funniest for me is when he said President Obama would carry a gun and if someone treid to assassinate him, he would pull out his gun and shoot back. Then he would rip off his shirt and yell Chi-Town N-word!!!! HILARIOUS!!!! I was rolling!

Anyway, I hated that he came out an hour and 15 mins after the alleged start time. I really hate when shows don't start on time. But he was worth the wait...

The Fillmore @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- 08/19/2012 @

Favorite moment: Talking about the people in the audience. @

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Review 9 for Dave Chappelle

3 / 5

Alright

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Posted 08/21/2012

by luluta

Only an hour of prepared material and then he was just winging it. There were some funny parts but most of the time, I was stuck wondering where this was all going. He stayed extra time for the detroit show though, which was really cool on his part. The audience can't stop heckling him for some reason. I only recommend this show because he's so talented and in the one hour of prepared material, I was laughing so hard.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

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Review 10 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Chappelle Rocked Detroit!!!!!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he told detroit he drove a porche I am from Ohio ! @

Posted 08/21/2012

by Stootster

He was great amazing I will be honest I was never really thrilled about Dave Chappelle my husband liked him, however once I saw him live I was hooked he is down to earth and real. you can see who he is and his facial expression omg they speak almost louder than his words. I would see him again!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When he told detroit he drove a porche I am from Ohio ! @

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Review 11 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Dave Chappelle was brilliant and unforgettable

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Posted 08/21/2012

by spikedoc

Location:Motown

A remarkably interesting and entertaining evening. Dave Chappelle's observations and insights re: race relations, politics, show biz, marriage and parenthood were right-on, thought-provoking and hilarious. Can't wait until he comes back to town.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

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Review 12 for Dave Chappelle

1 / 5

What a disapointment

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Posted 08/21/2012

by JYdS

Terrible show by Dave Chappelle little to no material. Expected alot more especially for the money. Do not see this current "tour" he's on, you will be let down.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

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Review 13 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

Chappelle at the Fillmore Detroit

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Dave taking a picture of himself with an audience member's camera, as the audience member was getting thrown out (for taking a picture). @

Posted 08/21/2012

by IllmaticMDub

This show was mainly improv, fueled by fans in the audience. It was interesting getting used to this format, but it turned out to be a hilarious adventure with Dave, who turned out to be more personable in this show. I loved it!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Dave taking a picture of himself with an audience member's camera, as the audience member was getting thrown out (for taking a picture). @

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Review 14 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Dave Is Genius

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Posted 08/21/2012

by Jaylive747

Dave is as awesome as ever. Mostly improv interaction with the crowd weaved together with his written material as a cohesive 2.5 hour set.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

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Review 15 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Unlike any comedian you'll ever see!!!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: All of it!!! @

Posted 08/21/2012

by Big3rd

First off, this show is not like your typical comedy stand up. Dave is a master that is extremely comfortable on stage and don't need to run thru a rehearsed set...he works off the cuff with the crowd and even the hecklers, tell hilarious storylike jokes, and will even have a couple of pauses that seem awkward. With your typical comedian, you'd think they were forgetting material or falling apart...but this dude is just masterful at timing, extremely witty, and in my opinion, the closest thing you'll see to Richard Pryor...so when coming to his show, put away any impatient, short attention span, "fast food" mentality you may have. He doesn't do your typical 80 mins. Because he can work off the cuff and seems most comfortable on stage, his show ended up being 2 and a half hours of amazing, hilarious comedy. So...sit back and watch the best at work. Enjoy!!!

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: All of it!!! @

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Review 16 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

Dave Chappelle Concert

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The entire show was a highlight, even the opening act was great! @

Posted 08/21/2012

by rai1ders

Location:Ann Arbor

Absolutely awesome. Great to see him again. I wish he would tour more often. Extremely funny! His ability to play off of the crowd was excellent. Others tried to heckle him and he got the best of everyone.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The entire show was a highlight, even the opening act was great! @

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Review 17 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

Dave Chappelle's intimate performance

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Chappelle came out on the stage and was honest with the audience, honesty is not something we often see from preformer. @

Posted 08/21/2012

by ChristianOG

Dave Chappelle coming back and dipping his toe in the water was enough for me to be excited. It wasn't the best show on earth, but it was an interesting look at what I consider to be one of our finest comedians possibly on his way back.

The Fillmore Detroit @

- Detroit @

, MI @

- Sun, Aug 19, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Chappelle came out on the stage and was honest with the audience, honesty is not something we often see from preformer. @

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Review 18 for Dave Chappelle

2 / 5

Not real funny

Robinson Center Music Hall @

- Little Rock @

, AR @

- Wed, Jun 13, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The funniest thing was him hearing the Hog call. @

Posted 08/18/2012

by RickJames69

I felt like a paid him to tell stale jokes and smoke cigarettes. He did not seem to have a routine that he was going by. He seemed to smoke a cigarette and think of things to say.

Robinson Center Music Hall @

- Little Rock @

, AR @

- Wed, Jun 13, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The funniest thing was him hearing the Hog call. @

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Review 19 for Dave Chappelle

4 / 5

good show

House of Blues Chicago @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sun, Aug 5, 2012 @

Posted 08/13/2012

by dipper154

Location:chicago

good show except for having to stand more seats need to b added

House of Blues Chicago @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sun, Aug 5, 2012 @

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Review 20 for Dave Chappelle

5 / 5

dave chappelle killed it!

House of Blues Chicago @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sun, Aug 5, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Seeing Chappelle walk out onto stage! @

Posted 08/09/2012

by tonysanchez

Location:NW indiana

Everything was fine except the fact the line moved so slow to get into the house of blues. Maybe because all the tickets were on will call. Still didn't miss anything and has killer seats in the ga pit.

House of Blues Chicago @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Sun, Aug 5, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Seeing Chappelle walk out onto stage! @

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