Stephen F. Austin State University will welcome nationally recognized stand-up comedian James P. Connolly to Nacogdoches for an evening of live comedy at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, in Turner Auditorium, located in the Griffith Fine Arts Building.
Stephen F. Austin State University will welcome nationally recognized stand-up comedian James P. Connolly to Nacogdoches for an evening of live comedy at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, in Turner Auditorium, located in the Griffith Fine Arts Building.
The performance is presented by SFA’s Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts as part of the University Series.
Connolly is known for his clean, high-energy comedy and engaging storytelling. He has appeared on “America’s Got Talent,” Comedy Central, HBO and Netflix, and can be heard regularly on SiriusXM comedy channels. His approachable style and nationally recognized presence have made him a favorite with audiences across the country.
“We’ve had a great response from our community to comedy performances over the past two University Series seasons,” said Dr. Gary Wurtz, dean of the Elliott College of Fine Arts. “We’re excited to continue that momentum by bringing another well-known comedian to Nacogdoches and creating a night during which our audiences can relax and laugh together.”
The University Series brings acclaimed performers to the SFA campus while welcoming audiences from across East Texas and beyond, offering opportunities for the community to experience high-quality live performances close to home.
Tickets are on sale now. General admission tickets are $30, with discounts available for seniors, youth and members of the SFA community. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Fine Arts Box Office at (936) 468-6407, or visit the Fine Arts Box Office website.
ABOUT STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges — business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 40 academic facilities, 11 residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering over 120 areas of study. Learn more at sfasu.edu.
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