Laugh Out Loud with Sam Adams – Friday, September 12th at Gnarlys!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of clean, heartfelt humor with Sam Adams, a sports-journalist-turned-comedian whose wit and storytelling have earned him a devoted following.

About Sam Adams

• A former sports writer and television commentator based in Denver, Sam spent nearly three decades bringing sports stories to life before making a full-time shift to comedy at age 49 Sam Adams Does Comedy+1.

• His rise in comedy was highlighted by a breakthrough at the 2009 Great American Comedy Festival, where his profanity-free act received high praise. He placed second in the professionals’ division after clinching the amateur competition ComedyWorks EntertainmentEagles Talent.

• In 2018, a clip from his Dry Bar Comedy special, titled “True Color,” went viral—garnering over 10 million views in just 72 hours and accumulating more than 35 million views on Facebook Sam Adams Does Comedy+1ComedyWorks Entertainment.

• His performances are celebrated for being clean, relatable, and devoid of profanity—making him a hit with audiences of all ages. Fans have remarked that he’s “a one-of-a-kind storyteller” who delivers his “healing brand [of comedy] intravenously for two solid hours” Sam Adams Does Comedy+1ComedyWorks EntertainmentEagles Talent.

• Before comedy, he was also named Colorado’s Print Journalist of the Year in 2003 and made history in 2019 as the first African-American sports journalist inducted into the Denver Press Club’s Hall of Fame Sam Adams Does Comedy+1Eagles Talent.

Event Details

• When: Friday, September 12th at 8:00 PM

• Where: Gnarlys — Settle in for a cozy and comedic night out!

• Tickets:

  • $20 online (secure your spot ahead of time!)

  • $25 at the door (same great show, a little extra at the gate)

Why You’ll Love It

• Clean Comedy, Big Laughs: Perfect for all audiences—no profanity, just smart and accessible humor.

• Heartfelt Storytelling: Sam draws from his rich experience—from covering sporting legends to sharing personal reflections—to connect deeply with the audience.

• Widely Acclaimed: Between the viral popularity of “True Color” and glowing critical praise, Sam has proven himself as a standout in modern stand-up.