Downtown Rocky Mount is set to host an unforgettable night of laughter at the Downtown Date Night Experience featuring The Christi Show-Ms. Shirleen on Friday, July 19. The event showcases Christianee Porter, the comedic genius behind The Christi Show, who has amassed over 1.5 million followers on Facebook and 1.1 million followers on Instagram.
Christianee Porter, a Little Rock, Arkansas native now residing in Atlanta, Georgia, brings her multifaceted talents in acting, singing, rapping, and dancing to the stage. Porter moved to Atlanta in 2005 to pursue a music career, later shifting to a more conventional lifestyle as a preschool teacher. However, in 2013, she returned to the stage, launching her stand-up comedy career. By 2016, she began creating viral online videos as her alter ego, Ms. Shirleen, a character that quickly gained popularity, leading her to tour nationwide.
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Porter’s success story exemplifies how dreams can be realized through innovative approaches. She has appeared in Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Family Funeral,” Fox’s “Right This Minute,” TV One’s “Sister Circle,” and BET Digital. A NAACP Image Award nominee, she currently headlines her comedy tour across the United States.
Upscale Date Night with Comedy and Gourmet Dining
Guests attending the upscale date night are encouraged to dress elegantly and enjoy a comedy-filled evening complemented by a gourmet buffet prepared by guest chef Malik Williams, owner of Thorns & Ivory. The ticket price of $85 includes general admission, the gourmet dinner, and a glass of champagne. Additional adult beverages and food items will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
Live entertainment will feature the smooth sounds of NiiTO, a Raleigh-Durham-based band known for their soulful vocals and instrumental mastery, blending genres such as R&B, pop, funk, soul, jazz, and blues.
Notable Past Events at Rocky Mount Event Center
Since opening in 2018, the Rocky Mount Event Center has hosted numerous significant events. In May, the venue welcomed over 2,500 guests for the 3rd Annual Kings of Southern Soul presented by NuPlanet Entertainment, featuring performances from artists like Dougie Fresh and King George. The center has also hosted events like the Monster Truck X Show, Harlem Globetrotters, and performances by Jeezy, Plies, Silk, Tank, and Case.
Event Details and Ticket Information
Tickets for the Downtown Date Night Experience can be purchased at rockymountevents.com. The event begins with doors opening at 6:30 p.m., dinner served from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and the comedy show starting at 8:00 p.m.
For inquiries about booking sports tournaments and entertainment shows at the Rocky Mount Event Center, contact [email protected]. For social, corporate, and group event bookings, reach out to [email protected].
About Rocky Mount Event Center
The Rocky Mount Event Center is the premier event destination in the region, offering 165,000 square feet of versatile space for sporting events, corporate meetings, and more. Managed by The Sports Facilities Companies, it is a key part of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing network of sports facilities. For more information or to book an event, visit rockymountevents.com.
Source: Ms. Shirleen’s Comedy Extravaganza: The Christi Show Live at the Event Center
