Andrew Lipian Lorain Palace Civic Center 440-245-2323 andrew@lorainpalace.com *Lorain Palace Theater Hosts Ralphie May LIVE* Rockstar Comedian "Ralphie May" Prepares to Split Sides in Lorain *Lorain, OH: *Fresh off the heels of his Netflicks comedy special "Unruly: He's Got Issues," Ralphie May is one of America's most successful stand-up comedians. Hailed for his unique blend of off-kilter and uncouth, but honest humor, Ralphie May has been voted one of Variety's "10 Comics to Watch." Ralphie continues to capture the hearts of thousands on his sold out tours and promises to make you feel gleefully uncomfortable. Since his debut on season one of "Last Comic Standing," audiences can't get enough of the larger-than-life comedian. He has a "no nonsense" point of view and the ability to connect with a diverse audience by pointing out society's hypocrisies. Ralphie doesn't shy away from touchy topics or ethnic jokes, nor does he bite his tongue when society suggests, because he sincerely believes that as long as what he's saying is true, people need to hear it. The Lorain Palace Theater has decided to conclude its 2014-2015 Season with Ralphie May in a live comedy show scheduled for *Saturday,* *May 2nd, 2015 at 8:00pm. *Lorain's Palace Theater, hot off their nearly sold-out show of "Video Games LIVE," has decided to present a show that gives adults a chance to enjoy a Saturday night-out to loosen up after work. The act will feature May's brand of folksy humor where no topic will be taboo. Audiences throughout North East Ohio will not want to miss this rare visit from a comedian who is sure be raising eyebrows and dropping jaws in his first visit to Lorain. · * Tickets Start at* $22.95* and can be purchased online at www.lorainpalace.com or obtained by calling the Palace direct at (440) 245-2323 Mon-Fri from 11am-3pm. · * Special VIP meet-and-greet tickets available. Call the box office for info. · * Loge seating is available for parties of four at $60 each which includes a variety of beverages and a delicious ensemble of catered foods. *About the Lorain Palace Civic Center: *Also known as the "Lorain Palace Theater," this historic civic center is devoted to hosting community events, musical theater, cinema, and live national acts in its vintage, 1928 art-deco performance space. Based in Lorain, OH, and with a seating capacity of over 1,400, the Lorain Palace Theater is both historic landmark and a center for quality entertainment in the North East Ohio area. The theater is operated by the executive board of directors (President: Gary Fischer), (Management Director: Scott Muska), and the Production Director: Andrew Lipian. The Lorain Palace Theater is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and Ralphie May LIVE is part of its 2014-2015 season. -- *Andrew Lipian* Production Director Lorain Palace Theater (440) 245-2333 *Integrity* first, *service* before self, and *excellence* in all I do. These are the words I live by.