Schaumburg Live Work & Play - January/February 2009 - (Page 34) Baldino. “We wanted to bring the entertainment to where people live, instead of people going to the entertainment.” Hernandez appreciates that blueprint. “It’s all very local,” he said. “You don’t have to travel to Chicago and you don’t have to pay for parking.” Acts perform Thursday through Sunday at the venue. Big names like Wayne Brady, Bob Saget and Tracy Morgan are easy draws. “We get acts because there are 30 Improv Comedy Clubs across the country, and we are the largest booker of comedic entertainment,” said Baldino. “We deal with the big agencies like William Morris and Gersh.” Baldino pointed out one of the most popular performers at the Matthew Pucci, Lisa Jacobson of Evanston and Elizabeth D’Agostino of Elmhurst share a laugh at the Improv Comedy Club. photo by mark welsh/schaumburg magazine Schaumburg site is Gabriel Iglesias. He usually performs twice a year in sold-out shows. “He’s my favorite. I’m Hispanic and he caters to that crowd,” said Hernandez. While all comedians have a Letterman, Leno, TV or movie type connection, some headliners may not always be recognized. “Interestingly, some customers turn out to like the unknown comics better,” said Baldino. One of Schaumburg’s finest culinay pleasures specializing in Mandarin & Szechwan Cuisine. Mandarin & Szechwan Cuisine 200 East Golf Road Schaumburg, IL 847-882-5340 Page 34 Delight your senses with freshly prepared dishes mastering the art of balanced tastes and textures, color, aroma, and, most of all, flavor. schaumburg live • work • play
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