I went up that night and was like, Fuck yeah!Alxis: Was the set different subject matter? My stepfather was physically and verbally abusive, so there was a lot of sadness and people on edge in our household. Shapel was raised along with his big brother Damen who passed on in August 2013. Hes not looking for your approval and hes a badass but hes not loud about it. See full bio More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro Known For The Mangina Dialogues (Podcast) Actor (2019) Marquette Jefferson: Poker Face Kevin (2019) A diehard punk rocker and former award-winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his Please call before attending any community events to make sure they aren't postponed or canceled as a result of the coronavirus. So, I was able to do that and said, Love is tight., You can take those situations [and] you can let them stem into this hectic thing the whole time, or you can take it and you can make it into something great. Currently, the hottest Shapel Lacey tickets cost $55, which could represent floor or VIP seats. Its a weird psychological thing. Ever since I was a kid and saw that Rollins video I felt it but I never fronted before, so to finally put it out there was like, Fuck yeah! We all have such hectic schedules but it would be great to find a way to continue it.Alxis: You talk about books and reading frequently. We're your companion for live events. He has been working as a comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur for at least a decade. Privacy Policy What am I without this or what do I have without that? I have my individuality, thats what, which is more important to me than anything. Why is including music in your work as a comedian important to you?Shapel: I just love music. I just wasnt feeling it, so I pretty much stopped. Previous. A lot of it is about me and my life and just my weird takes on things. So, it was just awesome to see that up so close, and it just inspired me to [say], Yeah, I can do something! I could get out of Arizona and make something of myself. Shapel was selected to be a New Face at the 2019 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. While in high school, Shapel started cheerleading since he had a crush on a girl that he went to school with. Sizing: All sizes are unisex sizing. Jessica Gelt is an arts and culture writer for the Los Angeles Times. Subscribe to Dont Tell Comedy to find your next favorite comedian:http://bit.ly/dtcyoutubeThe Speakeasy Series is Don't Tell Comedy's 5th independent YouTube series that features short sets from the best of the next generation of stand up comedians.Dont Tell Comedy produces weekly shows in 70+ cities across the US in unique locations for a one-of-a-kind comedy experience! These contrasting layers to his personality come through on stage: unabashedly frank yet cheerful, silly yet thoughtful and nuanced, resilient yet vulnerable.A fearless individuality is the thread that binds all these unlikely facets together in Lacey, and to me is also the cornerstone of what defines punk. He is 35 years old. Guest Post: Scenes From The Underground. Everyone defines punk in their own way. Then I heard his spoken word. But it goes deeper than that. They never gave me an answer, just gave information. Shapel was raised along with his big brother Damen who passed on in August 2013. BIO: Shapel Lacey is a Los Angeles based comedian born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. So, [when] I met Garrett [Nickelsen, bassist], I think I was 16, and I think he was 13 at the time, and he was in a band called Shortbus with Tony Pizzuti, who is [now] in the band the Word Alive. Posted by. All the sudden I hear, Get the fuck off him. Security let me go, this hand pulls me up, and its Keith Morris. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem or concerns with gambling responsibly, call the 24-hour Problem Gambling Helpline at 1.800.327.5050. He is a well-renowned stand-up comedian who has withheld his personal life, especially his marital status from the public domain. When he passed, I didnt want to make people laugh. www.donttellcomedy.com#ShapelLacey#LiveComedy#StandUp------------------------------------------------------------------------ Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for more stand-up clips!https://www.instagram.com/donttellcomedyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@donttellcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/donttellcomedy------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shapel Lacey is a hilarious Los Angeles based comedian that headlines clubs all over the US.Follow Shapel on Instagram to find out where hes performing next:https://www.instagram.com/shapellaceyYou can also check out his podcast and his tour dates at https://www.shapellacey.com/------------------------------------------------------------------------ Credits:Written and Performed by Shapel LaceyExecutive Producers: Kyle Kazanjian-Amory and Brett KushnerDirected By: Gordie Earle III and Brad SilnutzerDirector of Photography: Mark I. 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One attended college on a cheerleading scholarship. Lacey may have come to your attention through his videotaped sets on Comedy Central and at the Laugh Factory. A diehard punk rocker and former award-winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his individuality at an early age. A diehard punk rocker and former award winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his individuality at an early age. I don't know why, but I connected to this dude. The people there just really want the comedy. Learn More. Diligence and the desire to grow led Shapel from the Phoenix open mic circuit onto main stages, where he regularly performed for comedians such as Bill Burr, Hannibal Buress, and Brendan Schaub, and is now headlining clubs across the country. I didnt care what instrument. The crowd was huge, it was crazy. This Land Is My Land, This Land Is Your Land. I took that as, Oh, I can do whatever the fuck I want. Its my land too, so why couldnt I listen to rock? Big Laughs, Black Flag and the Power of Just Being, Originally from Arizona, Shapel Lacey is a nationally touring, headlining stand-up comedian who currently resides in Los Angeles. Shapel Lacey, an L.A. by way of Arizona stand-up comedian, is a true-to-form alternative fan. His unique life experiences such as being adopted by a Caucasian family at age 15, his punk rock mentality, and his stage presence make for a truly original voice in the comedy community. Some performances by Shapel Lacey are available at other venues. Shapel was born in Mesa, Arizona, in the United States on January 24, 1987. Will Dominion-Fox News lawsuit be different? What am I without this community? Thats what I think about all the time. Dave Chappelle. In the podcast, he discusses how his week was while explaining how his anger did not get the best of him. What he did for you was make it so lighthearted that when he shocked you, you still listened. Its not like I got a hot take on something in the news or anything like that. Shapel Lacey is an actor and writer, known for The Mangina Dialogues (Podcast) (2019), Marquette Jefferson: Poker Face (2019) and The Fighter and the. And then 2016 is when boom, I just kept going. Alxis: What brought you to Los Angeles?Shapel: I came out here in 2018 to do comedy. There are those punks who try and say, No, this is what punk is, but you cant tell people what it is and what it isnt because its about what it is for you and it may not be the same thing. In some ways, the momentum stopped, but in other ways, his creativity flourished. In what I saw, the whole aura, I was like, "Man, I like this dude." Its great.Alxis: Are there any cities or clubs you performed at that stick out to you as punk?Shapel: DC Improv and DC Comedy Loft are some of the dopest places to perform at. However, he dropped out of college to pursue a career in comedy after his friends dared him to do it. .icon-directions:before{background-image:url(data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI1MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI1MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUwIDUwIj48ZyBmaWxsPSIjM0Y2QzdEIj48cGF0aCBvcGFjaXR5PSIuOCIgZD0iTTE5LjQ2OCAzMi40bDEuNzgtMS43NTUgNS40MDQgNS40ODctMS43ODIgMS43NTR6Ii8+PHBhdGggZD0iTTMwLjUgMzYuNHYtMy45bC4xLS4xLS4xLS4xdi0xLjZoLTEuNmwtLjEtLjF2LjFoLTRsMiAyLTMuNCAzLjN2LjFoLS4xdjcuNmgyLjR2LTYuNGwyLjgtMi45Ii8+PC9nPjxwYXRoIGZpbGw9IiNGRkYiIGQ9Ik0zMC41IDExLjVWNy42bC4xLS4xLS4xLS4xVjUuOGgtMS42bC0uMS0uMS0uMS4xaC0zLjlsMS45IDEuOUwyNSA5LjVsLTMuNy0zLjgtMS44IDEuOCAzLjggMy44djcuNWgyLjR2LTYuNWwyLjgtMi44Ii8+PC9zdmc+)} I was like, Yo man, I just got done doing my first stand-up set. , I just kept going. I put all that out the door and say, Ill understand it for myself. Theres always new stuff to see and learn. I hope that Shapel can post some of his videos from the night cause after those rowdy people got kicked out, he had a little skit that had me LAUGHING hard! If you go out there, you just do it. [laughs] I worked my ass off at it. Onstage and behind podcast mics, he never shies away from sharing his love of Oasis, Rancid and beyond, knowing full well that acts such as these inform his whole life and art form. Hes a skater, a punk, a comedian, and a former competitive cheerleader. Subscribe. If the whole world was just like, I dont like Shapel Lacey anymore, I could be content with that because I know I got this thing over here that is always accepting. The man, Chris Nicholas, inches closer to his girlfriend, blushing. So if anyone gets offended by that, thats their fault. Part of the goal is introducing comedy lovers to the stars of tomorrow. Perhaps youve caught him on Theo Von and Brendan Schaubs King And The Sting podcast or even his own podcast, Its Managed. But I'd never eviiiiiir pay that much for a domain just for a joke. Now Crass might not know who Green Day is, [laughs] Green Day might do it a different way, but theres something about Crass that made them want to do their own thing. It was my own thing, by myself. My manager will ask, What are your goals this year? and my response is To be happy. [laughs] I simplified it to two things: be a good person and be good at what I do. Comedians from L.A. and New York flew in as surprise guests. Some performances by Shapel Lacey are available at other venues. #133 Pursuit of Clarity Shapel Lacey. And then he started laughing and was like, "Hell yeah." I feel like Ive been doing fine the whole time, you know what I mean? Shop with confidence thanks to the Vivid Seats 100% Buyer Guarantee. Its the one thing I know that I can always count on more than anything else because its always been there. 2023 Vivid Seats LLC. And so I stopped for basically two years, [and I] got back onstage in 2016. A diehard punk rocker and former award-winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his individuality at an early age. Thats why I say punk is my blood because I think that was always in me. Shapel Lacey is a Los Angeles based comedian born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. He was like, They used my videos? If I like something its because I like it and if people fall in with it, then they fall in with it, but if not, [shrugs] oh-well. Shapel Lacey floor seats (or orchestra seats) can provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Please select another time or call 877-234-6358. Fri Apr 07 9:45 PM . He is an American comedian, podcaster, actor, and entrepreneur working as the host of Its happening and Shapels World podcasts. Tickets cost $15. What did Disney actually lose from its Florida battle with DeSantis? Kazanjian-Amory founded Dont Tell 2 years ago. The audience laughs during a pop-up Dont Tell Comedy show at Tree4ort recording studio in Hollywood. So to me, I think of it differently than most people would. That first year, they put on 35 shows. That was like their first big tour. Shapel: It was the Rollins era, when Rollins first joined. Find and buy Shapel Lacey tickets at the Punch Line Philly in Philadelphia, PA for Apr 07, 2023 at Live Nation. Get Directions All the things Ive done, Ive always been that way, like loving punk but also being a competitive cheerleader who likes to skateboardthese things that pile on to make me who I am. 100 million sold,100% Buyer Guarantee. People who were at that show will still message me about it.Alxis: What comedians, if any, do you consider punk and why?Shapel: Richard Pryor, Patrice ONeal, Bill Burr, Daniel Tosh, Robert Kelly, Chris Rock, Colin Quinnhonestly, a lot of New York cats. Then you walk out into the world and its so different. This man is one of the funniest comedians I have ever seen and an amazing podcaster. That was the sound that I heard at home. Alxis: Was it Keith Morris or Henry Rollins?Shapel: It was the Rollins era, when Rollins first joined. Furthermore, he has unique life experiences such as being adopted into a Caucasian family at the age of 15 years old. He just carries himself in such a way, this I dont give a fuck attitude. Once you have cancelled, you will not receive any additional messages unless you re-register. [laughs] And I just saw how wild he was. He is a man of above-average stature. They will ship on or by November 10th. They were on tour with Good Charlotte at the time. By joining this subscription program you authorize Hipcricket to send you future automated marketing text messages on behalf of MGM Grand Las Vegas at the mobile number you have provided. Sign up for the Addison Improv newsletter to receive show announcements, presale codes and special offers! Hes securing show dates and hoping to launch his own TV show and record an album. And then he's like, "Are you going up tonight?" With that, you just start to find out what really matters to you, important things in your life at that moment or [things] you could take with you to help you through such a tragic situation. Shapels net worth is $2 million. I think I just found ways to keep my sanity other than thinking about the thing thats going on because, like I said, thats not in my control. I think thats why Im stuck with it. Dont try to make it; just be. Open Menu Livenation logo . I realized I didnt need anyones approval. This is not a comedy club. With 2021 revealing the light at the end of the tunnel for entertainers, Lacey has many plans in store. We got an error. I already knew Jason and he told Brent, You should put up Shapel. Thats when I was trying to figure out me as a person again or just me in general. His unique life experiences such as being adopted by a Caucasian family at age 15, his punk rock mentality, and his stage presence make for a truly original voice in the comedy community. From 2013-2015, I did a total of four sets. I dont know how that wouldnt click with anyone, [laughs] but I know not everyone is going to learn it the same way.Alxis: I noticed you are not on Twitter, which is pretty unusual for a comedian today.Shapel: Fuck no. Shapel: I feel like I will deal with that for the rest of my life. As a podcast host, Lacey has explored his love for dialogue, jokes and music by interviewing artists such as Arctic Monkeys Matt Helders, H2O's Toby Morse, the Ghost Inside's Andrew Tkaczyk and more. Fuck that. So I took the jump.Alxis: Can you talk about the role music has played in your life?Shapel: I grew up in a crazy household. The Armory - MGM Springfield - Springfield, MA, Punch Line Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA. Shapel Lacey has become one of the top acts in the 2023 Comedy world, delighting fans with a one-of-a-kind show. When Im in L.A. doing sets Im building to go put it out there, and touring is putting the product out there. Onstage and behind podcast mics, he never shies away from sharing his love of Oasis, Rancid and beyond, knowing full well that acts such as these inform his whole life and art form. Shapel Lacey Thursday, Apr 6, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Punch Line Philly 33 E. Laurel Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 From $20.00 to $30.00 ticketmaster.evyy.net Please call before attending any community events to make sure they aren't postponed or canceled as a result of the coronavirus. [. It was all me. They didnt know how depressed I was. Ive just seen great results from it. In your current standup you seem to talk about your real life. His comedy routines burst into the spotlight in 2019, with promises of 2020 being a breakout year for the already well-loved comic. Often, floor seats/front row seats can be some of the most expensive tickets at a show. Im a web dev. I was always curious as to what it was; the image just seemed so powerful. Diligence and the desire to grow led Shapel from the Phoenix open mic circuit onto main stages, where he regularly performed for comedians such as Bill Burr, Hannibal Buress, and Brendan Schaub, and is now headlining clubs across the country. A diehard punk rocker and former award-winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his individuality at an early age. If I could control myself, then thats the biggest thing. The scent is unmistakable. Shapel was selected to be a New Face at the 2019 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. You must have a two-way text-enabled phone with compatible carrier and plan. I think thats punk. . Thats beautiful. Im doing fine without it. He shook my hand, and I was like, "Uh, I'm a comedian. Subverting expectations both as a person and a comedian Lacey refuses to fit the mold of what others anticipate. I studied standup for about two months, got on stage, and was like, Yeah. Let me help you out with this. And thats what you want. So to me, I think of it differently than most people would. So I just wanted to do. Once I simplified it to that, it took away all the pressure of it being something and all the sudden you are just doing. Even when I moved to Los Angeles, I told myself, Dont worry about making it. Here, everyone is trying to do this big thing or act this way because they think it will get them something. Thank you, Dave." Shapel was selected to be a New Face at the 2019 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Tickets you can trust: 100 million sold,100% Buyer Guarantee. A diehard punk rocker and former award-winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his individuality at an early age. He is a native of Meza, AZ, in the USA. Alxis: Since punk means so many different things to different people and includes a wide umbrella of bands from Black Flag to Crass, can you tell us more about how you define punk?Shapel: Its being authentic to who you are. Always. What am I without this or what do I have without that? I have my individuality, thats what, which is more important to me than anything. I think I just found ways to keep my sanity other than thinking about the thing thats going on because, like I said, thats not in my control. I said Fuck yeah. As long as youre always trying to discover and trying to understand and staying curious, youll always have something to talk about. I just bring people into my world. Impact June 1, 2020. I was there, too. He was born on January 24, 1987, in Mesa, Arizona, in the United States. Shapel was cheerleading competitively for University of Louisville when someone dared him to take the stage as a . I think punks just taught me [to] control what you can control. 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I can control my reactions to things, I can control this individual self right here. [laughs]Alxis: To the same point as the books, do you have any movies you recommend as your quintessential punk must-sees?Shapel: Tombstone, specifically Val Kilmers character Doc Holiday. [laughs] Coming from a pretty hardcore upbringing, thats all I knew. I remember we were at the Comedy Store, and he walks in, just walking in my direction. I think its a perfect analogy. Such are the perils and the joys of Dont Tell Comedy, a series that launched three years ago in Los Angeles with a focus on shows in unlikely places with unannounced comedians. Menu. Shapel Lacey's Bio. A lot of people do get help along the way, but DIY is what sets your foundation. Just embrace it. And ever since then, its been that. Alxis: Do you feel like you carry your philosophy about punk into your comedy?Shapel: Oh, yeah. Shapel: One hundred percent.It was the first time I ever felt real on stage. Obviously, youre depressed, youre sad and youre trying to figure out how to deal with this new event in your life and how to continue to live. In some ways, the momentum stopped, but in other ways, his creativity flourished. I just couldn't believe he was one that I was literally standing next to. Then when quarantine was just rolling and everything was shut down, we got bored and decided to do some covers, film it, and throw it out there (video by 4933 Productions). Before that, I was saying the stupidest shit. By providing your information above, you hereby authorize Improv Comedy Clubs to send you advertisements, promotions and alerts via email. A diehard punk rocker and former award winning competitive cheerleader, Shapel found ways to express himself and own his . Lets learn another and I flourished with it.Then one of my buddies from guitar class said he was starting a ska band and asked if I wanted to be in it with him. Are you surprised that people are still surprised by the music you listen to? I just wanted to play. Currently, cheap Shapel Lacey tickets at Vivid Seats start at $27, with an average price of $50. I said, Ah, fuck it. Shapel Lacey. Well, its weird because I stopped in 2013 or 2014, shortly after my brother passed away. Shapel Lacey is a Los Angeles based comedian born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. Learn More. And Vivid Seats will help get you there. Even being a comedian, its a community but, What am I without this community? Thats what I think about all the time. He works as the host of Shapels World podcast. So, I say eight years total because when I stopped, I didnt think I was going to get back into it. Most of my DMs are people wanting to talk about music and so many of my fans ask me questions about music.Alxis: Ive heard you discuss facing stereotypes and insults due to being a Black man who likes punk and rock music. Then I switched the station and I heard the song Mississippi Queen by Mountain and I thought, Oh shit! I remember right after my first time ever going onstage, I messaged John OCallaghan. Shapel Lacey, an L.A. by way of Arizona stand-up comedian, is a true-to-form alternative fan. Shapel Lacey floor seats (or orchestra seats) can provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The secret nature of the shows, the anticipation of who might show up, the unfamiliar environments and the party atmosphere that BYOB tends to launch lend an air of unpredictability to the proceedings. It was about having control.Alxis: You come off really friendly, like the nicest guy, so its interesting to hear you talk about anger management.Shapel: I worked really hard at it. Goes Out newsletter, with the week's best events, to help you explore and experience our city. Alxis: So when did you start focusing on comedy and stand-up?Shapel: In 2010 I was in college living in Louisville, Ky. and essentially someone dared me to do it. He is the host of Chapels World podcast available for listening on platforms such as Apple Podcast. Laceys personal and honest approach to comedy disarms audiences, inciting laughter while simultaneously planting the seed for us to think more deeply about how we define ourselves and the assumptions we make about each other. 100%. Running in more than 40 U.S. cities (and growing), Dont Tell seeks to improve the showgoing experience for comedians and audience members alike by cutting out the costly barriers to entry, including steep cover charges, pricey two-drink minimums and fan-recruitment tactics that often alienate rather than entice potential audience members.
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