An Evening of comedians telling true stories
📍Location: Catherine A Hickman Theater – 5501 27th Ave S Gulfport, FL
📅 Date: Friday, May 16th • 5:00pm – 6:00pm VIP Reception – 90 minutes of laughter and Fun will begin at 6;10pm.
😂 FEATURING COMEDIANS:
DC BENNY (Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing)
KERRY McNALLY (Emmy-Winning Host & Storyteller
True stories told with humor & heart!
🎟️ General Admission: $30
🥂 VIP: $45
Includes 1-Hour Meet & Greet, 2 Free Drinks,
Hot & Cold Hors d’oeuvres, and Preferred Seating!
👉 Tickets on Eventbrite.com
🔗 funnytruestories.eventbrite.com
Get ready for a night of laughter and heartfelt moments as professional comedians take the stage to share their funniest true stories — no scripts, just real-life tales told with humor and heart.
This isn’t stand-up — it’s storytelling with a twist. If you enjoy The Moth or This American Life, you’ll love this one-of-a-kind comedy experience.
Additional Info
Kerry McNally:
Versatile Entertainer: Kerry McNally is recognized as a dynamic broadcaster, comedian, and U.S. Marine with two Emmy Awards and a New York State Broadcasters Award. – LinkedIn
Engaging Host: In a 2021 interview, McNally expressed his enthusiasm for hosting, stating, “I love hosting, and being a cheerleader for other comedians… And I can really whip a crowd into a frenzy.” – St Pete Catalyst
Audience Acclaim: An audience member at Comic Strip Live in New York City praised McNally’s performance, noting, “The Host, Kerry McNally, was smart and really funny!” – Tripadvisor
D.C. Benny:
Storytelling Comedian: D.C. Benny is celebrated for his storytelling approach to comedy. A 2025 article highlighted his style: “He doesn’t tell jokes, per se; rather, he is a storyteller. A gifted storyteller who can bring on the sort of laughter that starts small and quickly evolves into the rolling belly-laugh variety.” – St Pete Catalyst.
Diverse Performer: Benny has an extensive career spanning over 35 years, with performances on Comedy Central, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” and acting roles in various TV series and commercials. – St Pete Catalyst.
Unique Style: An editorial review of his album “Funny Motherflower” describes his early comedic development: “When a bunch of drunk rednecks started heckling him, he abandoned his prepared act, started insulting them, and had the whole place laughing.”
