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A family-friendly show bringing back comedy from Mama's Family and the Carol Burnett Show. Comedian and actor Vicki Lawrence is best known for her portrayal of the comedy character Mama on The Carol Burnett which aired from 1967 to 1978. The comedy sketch called The Family featuring the Mama character first aired during the 7th season of the variety show. It was intended to be a one-time skit but was so popular that it became a regular for the remaining seasons. The incredible popularity of the skit led to Lawrence hosting her own show called Mama’s Family. Vicki is also a talented singer, scoring a Number One hit in 1973 with her version of “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Vicki’s family-friendly show features her comedy skits that were perfected on the Carol Burnett Show and her years performing her one-woman show all over the world.

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VICKI LAWRENCE AND MAMA: A TWO WOMAN SHOW

February 05, 2023.

Member Pre-Sale: Monday, August 8 | 10 AM Public On-Sale: Monday, August 22 | 10 AM

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Emmy Award winning comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation.  Plucked out of total obscurity as a high school senior, Vicki went on to become part of the now-legendary cast of the “Carol Burnett Show.”  “I went to the Harvard School of Comedy in front of America,” says Lawrence of her Burnett Show training.

In the seventh season, and hundreds of hilarious sketches later, at the ripe, old age of 24, Vicki created her most endearing character to date, Thelma Harper, or “Mama” as she is better known to her fans.  After the Burnett Show, Vicki went on to star in “Mama’s Family,” which consistently topped the ratings for its entire six-year run of original shows.  “Mama” has attained almost a cult status among her legions of loyal television viewers, who still enjoy her in reruns twice daily throughout most of the country and the world.

No stranger to television, Vicki perfected her hosting skills on her own daytime talk show, “Vicki!,” from 1992 to 1994. She received critical acclaim when she was the only talk show host since Oprah to be nominated for a Daytime Emmy in her freshman year. Through the years Lawrence has made appearances on other television programs, such as Laverne & Shirley , Major Dad , Roseanne , Hannah Montana (Hannah’s Grandma Stewart) , and Yes, Dear . Lawrence has also appeared with Burnett, Korman, and Tim Conway in the Burnett show retrospectives. Lawrence most recently co-starred in the popular FOX-TV 2018 comedy series The Cool Kids .

The unprecedented ratings for the “Carol Burnett Showstopper Special,” which delighted more than 50 million viewers, convinced Ms. Lawrence that the time is right to take Mama out of the closet, dust off her sensible shoes and hit the road with her new touring production, Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show .

Vicki will take the stage first. “My show is not a retrospective,” she explains. “The show is a mixture of stand-up comedy, music and my observations about real life.” The multi-talented entertainer is mostly known for her acting and comedic talents, but she also earned a gold record for the 1973 hit, “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.”

“I think people will get a kick out of the things Mama has an opinion about. We’re creating new material with a more modern and cutting edge. Where Mama is concerned, expect the unexpected. There’s really nothing she can’t do,” she says. “I hope people will be pleasantly surprised by a side of Vicki they may never have seen…I know they will be looking forward to Mama, and for her part, that crazy old gal will be up to the challenge.”

This is not Vicki’s first foray into theater. She has appeared in numerous productions, including Carousel, Send Me No Flowers, No, No, Nanette, My Fat Friend, Chapter Two, Twigs, Hello Dolly, Special Occasions, I’m Getting My Act Together and Taking It ON The Road, Annie Get Your Gun and live from the Grand Ole Opry, Nunsense 3: The Jamboree which aired on TNN .

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Purchase Vicki Lawrence tickets and experience the work of one of the best comedians around. Lawrence is from Inglewood, California where she was raised and grew up. Her entertainment interest began when she was in High School. Vicki was part of the Young Americans group throughout her whole High School career. This group performed at the Oscars and met performers such as Johnny Mathis and Louis Armstrong. They also performed on The Andy Williams Show . Lawrence won the Miss Fireball of Inglewood contest and earned a starring role on The Carol Burnett Show . 

Vicki Lawrence is very talented at combining her acting and comedy together. She performed on other programs such as Laverne and Shirley , Roseanne , and Hannah Montana . Not only was she in many television programs, but she also hosted shows as well. She hosted NBC’s version of the game show Win, Lose or Draw . With all her talent, Lawrence was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host. Lawrence will have you rolling with laughter whether you are at one of her comedy performances or watching her on television so order Vicki Lawrence tickets today.

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Tickets to one of Vicki Lawrence comedy shows can range in price for each venue and the location of your seats. Vicki Lawrence live tickets typically start around the $53 range but depending on the performance and venue can exceed $129 per ticket. Secure seats that fit your budget today with TicketSmarter.

$103.69 is the average price you'll pay to attend one of Vicki Lawrence hilarious comedy shows. These live shows often have a selection of cheap Vicki Lawrence tickets listed for as low as $65.61 a ticket. $392.85 is the most you’ll pay to get into one of Vicki Lawrence live events.

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Vicki Lawrence continues to be one of the busiest comedians in the entertainment industry. Vicki Lawrence tour dates across most of the United States and some Canadian venues on the tour schedule every year. You may be able to catch a performance at hit theaters like the Terry Fator Theatre at the Mirage in Las Vegas or the Funny Bone Comedy Club in Columbus. Make you are there every year for the New York Comedy Festival . Don’t miss your chance to see a great stand-up comedy show in your city. Use the event calendar above today to see what is available near you.

In 2024, Vicki Lawrence is performing 1 comedy shows around the country. Vicki Lawrence next live event is happening on November 23rd, 2024 at 8:00pm. Secure your spot in the audience to watch this hilarious comic live at the The Beverly O'Neill Theater at 300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA. Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two Women Show tickets to this show range between $65.61 - $392.85 a ticket. Plan your night of nonstop laughs now because there are only 356 tickets left for this show.

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Vicki Lawrence tour tickets go on sale around three to six months before a tour is announced. Fans can purchase comedy show tickets after cities, venues, dates and times are announced. Use the event calendar above to be the first to secure seats when a new date is released.

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The seating arrangement for a Vicki Lawrence show varies between each venue. Most performances are at small theaters and arenas. These usually have the capacity to seat under 1,000 to 3,000 audience members. Premium views of the stage can be found in the main floor orchestra sections. Great views are also available in the balcony section overlooking the stage. Or, be there for the Boston Comedy Festival . Discover which layout your venue is using with the interactive seating chart above.

Reserve a seat today to see Vicki Lawrence live on April 25th, 2025 at 7:00pm at the Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center at 1100 E. Sheldon, Prescott, AZ. Seats to this show cost between $65.61 - $392.85. Choose the seats that are right for you now because there are only 356 Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show tickets left for this comedy show.

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Songs from the Vicki Lawrence Tour Setlist

Vicki Lawrence's setlist while performing in North Tonawanda , NY at “Riviera Theatre” included the following songs:

• The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia
• Theme Song From Mama's Family

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Vicki Lawrence

Vicki lawrence & mama – a two woman show.

presented by Latshaw Productions

NEW DATE – Sunday, October 21 at 3 PM

New date – sunday, june 23 at 3 pm, $38, $48, $58, $75.

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Due to a continued scheduling conflict with Vicki Lawrence’s new comedy series on Fox called “The Cool Kids,” the upcoming Vicki Lawrence engagement at The Palace Theatre has been rescheduled from Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 at 3 PM to Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 3 PM. NOTE: This new date will not interfere with the taping of her new show!

Original tickets will be honored for the new date..

If unable to attend on the new date, refunds will be issued upon request until Friday, September 7, 2018 at the original point of purchase.  If you purchased your tickets from The Palace Theatre Box Office or on our website, please call 724-836-8000 for a refund.

Thank you for your understanding; we apologize for any inconvenience to you.

Comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation.  This very funny show is a mixture of stand-up comedy, music and observations about real life.  Also, a visit from Mama is always a treat!

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The Palace Theatre has been a major force in Westmoreland County’s cultural scene for generations. Opened September 2, 1926, as the Manos Theatre, The Palace Theatre today hosts the widest variety of live entertainment in the area in a beautifully renovated 1369-seat facility, located across from the county courthouse.

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Harris Center For The Arts Announces VICKI LAWRENCE AND MAMA: A TWO-WOMAN SHOW And BILLY BOB THORNTON & THE BOXMASTERS

Tickets for both of these additional events will be on sale to the general public on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 12:00 PM.

Folsom's Harris Center for the Arts has announced two exciting new shows for our 2022-2023 season. Tickets for both of these additional events will be on sale to the general public on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 12:00 PM. Tickets are currently on sale for previously confirmed shows mentioned later in this release.

Vicki Lawrence AND MAMA: A Two-Woman Show - Saturday, April 1, 8:00 PM. Emmy Award winning comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation. Plucked out of total obscurity as a high school senior, Vicki went on to become part of the now-legendary cast of "The Carol Burnett Show."

In the seventh season, and hundreds of hilarious sketches later, at the ripe old age of 24, Vicki created her most endearing character to date, Thelma Harper, or "Mama" as she is better known to her fans. After the Burnett Show, Vicki went on to star in "Mama's Family," which consistently topped the ratings for its entire six-year run of original shows.

The unprecedented ratings for the " Carol Burnett Showstopper Special," which delighted more than 50 million viewers, convinced Ms. Lawrence that the time is right to take Mama out of the closet, dust off her sensible shoes, and hit the road with her new touring production. Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show, "is a mixture of stand-up comedy, music, and my observations about real life," she explains. All the while she approaches everything with her characteristic sense of humor, reminding us all that "Life is much too serious to be taken seriously!"

On stage Vicki has appeared in numerous productions, including Carousel, Send Me No Flowers, No, No, Nanette, Chapter Two, Hello Dolly, I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on The Road, Annie Get Your Gun, and live from the Grand Ole Opry, Nunsense 3: The Jamboree, which aired on TNN.

The multi-talented entertainer is mostly known for her acting and comedic talents, but she also earned a gold record for the 1973 hit, "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia."

Individual tickets range from $52-$87.

Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters - Thursday, June 1. The Boxmasters are an Americana Rock and Roll band featuring actor-musician Billy Bob Thornton and award-winning engineer J.D. Andrew. In addition to being one of our nation's most acclaimed actors, Bud (Billy Bob) Thornton is also recognized for his musical talents. He has recorded four solo albums and appeared on numerous recordings by other artists. Thornton's partner J.D. Andrew is a Grammy Award-winning recording engineer whose credits include The Rolling Stones, Kanye West , The Pussycat Dolls, Will Kimbrough, Tommy Womack, Guy Clark , and more.

In 2007, Thornton and Andrew formed The Boxmasters, to satisfy their craving for '60s beats. They have recorded an impressive and diverse catalogue of music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, including The Beatles, The Byrds, Beach Boys, The Mothers of Invention, and more.

As a touring band, The Boxmasters have cultivated a rabid cult fanbase across the United States and Canada, opening for the likes of ZZ Top, Steve Miller , and George Thorogood. Two appearances at Levon Helm's "Midnight Ramble" in Woodstock, New York were highlight performances for the band, as well as the "Ramble at The Ryman" that Levon hosted in 2008.

Recalling the creation of the title track on the album Help...I'm Alive, Bud says, "It's been difficult for people to live in this world for the past few years. Normally you hear someone cry out 'Help, I'm drowning' or 'Help, I'm dying.' The song is a tongue-in-cheek way of saying, 'Wow it sucks being here right now.' Well, okay, it's really not so tongue-in-cheek."

"We were having the best tour of our careers before we had to stop due to the coronavirus," says J.D. "So we are very excited to get back out there and in front of the fans."

Individual tickets range from $47-$82. General Public on-sale date is January 18.2023.

Previously announced 2023 HCA Presents events include:

The Simon & Garfunkel Story - Thursday, January 19, 8:00 PM. SOLD OUT.

Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel, Musical Valentines - Friday, January 20, 2023, 8:00 PM. Musical Valentines - Love inspired music of Chopin, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and more! Individual tickets range from $21-$47.

The Marshall Tucker Band - Friday, January 27, 2023, 8:00 PM. SOLD OUT.

Tower of Power - Thursday, February 9, 8:00 PM. SOLD OUT.

GREASE, The Musical - February 16-19, various times. Bursting with hits including "Summer Nights," "Greased Lightnin'," "Hopelessly Devoted to You," and "You're the One That I Want," this exciting new production reignites the energy and joy of the show for a new generation. Individual tickets range from $67-$117.

National Geographic Live! Keith Ladzinski - Force of Nature - Thursday, March 9, 2023, 7:30 PM. From the towering mountains of the Himalaya to the slot canyons and stone arches of the desert, Keith Ladzinski, adventure photographer and filmmaker, is renowned for his ability to get the shot in some of the world's most inaccessible and inhospitable environments. Individual tickets range from $37-$52.

Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel, American Pianistic Treasures - Friday, March 24, 2023, 8:00 PM. The rarely heard solo piano version Gershwin made of his ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue, the Maple Leaf Rag of Scott Joplin , and music of Leonard Bernstein . Individual tickets range from $21-$47.

Voctave - Saturday, March 25, 2023, 8:00 PM. This 11-member a cappella sensation is known for its gorgeous performances of Disney and Broadway hits and millions of social media fans. Individual tickets range from $51-$81.

NEW* - National Geographic Live! Brian Skerry - Secret of the Whales - Thursday, March 30, 2023, 7:30 PM. Dive deep into the groundbreaking science of whale families-and their startlingly human parallels-through the awe-inspiring work of celebrated National Geographic Explorer and photographer Brian Skerry. Individual tickets range from $37-$52.

*This event replaces the previously scheduled National Geographic Live! Rae Wynn-Grant - Secret Life of Bears. Tickets already purchased will be honored for the new speaker.

Ladies Night 2023 with Sheena Easton & Taylor Dayne - Sunday, April 30, 2023, 8:00 PM. Between them, this dynamic duo has garnered nine Grammy Award nominations, two Grammy Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, one American Music Award, six Platinum albums, five Gold albums, 39 Billboard top 20 singles, and 11 Billboard #1 singles. Individual tickets range from $62-$92.

National Geographic Live! David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes - Coral Kingdoms and Empires of Ice - Thursday, May 11, 2023 7:30 PM. Explore rarely seen undersea worlds with two photographers creating a visual voice for the world's oceans. Individual tickets range from $37-$52.

Individual tickets are on sale now at the Box Office at (916) 608-6888, or online at HarrisCenter.net . Box Office hours are Tuesday - Friday from 12:00pm - 5:00pm and one hour before showtime.

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Martin Lawrence is a Bad Boy and comedian for life.

The 59-year-old stand-up comic just announced he’s hitting the road for his first tour since 2016 starting this July.

Dubbed the ‘Y’all Know What It Is! Tour,’ the “Big Momma’s House” star will hit arenas all over North America from July 2024 through April 2025 with special guests Deon Cole , Adele Givens , Ms. Pat , Desi Banks , Gary Owen , and more joining him on select dates.

Along the way, Lawrence is scheduled to swing into Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Jan. 24 and Atlantic City’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Jan. 25.

A press release for the tour promises an hour of comedy “where Martin brings the real talk and finds the funny in everything from family to culture as only he can.”

“Comedy gives me that instant gratification,” Lawrence shared. “Seeing the fans up close and in person, making people laugh, doing what I love most, this is what it’s all about for me. But hey…y’all know what it is!”

If you can’t wait to see Lawrence live this year, fans can now purchase tickets on sites like Vivid Seats ; the official on-sale is Friday, May 17.

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A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues, and links to buy tickets can be found below.

“Bad Boys: Ride Or Die”

The fourth installment of the “Bad Boys” franchise is set for release on June 7.

This time around, Martin Lawrence and Will Smith will be joined by Tiffany Haddish, Rhea Seehorn and Vanessa Hudgens.

Want to catch the trailer? A sneak peek of “Bad Boys: Ride Or Die” can be seen here:

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As noted above, Lawrence is bringing a number of special guests along for the ride this year.

If one of your favorite acts isn’t joining him at the show nearest you, you can find all of their tour calendars below:

More comics will be announced at a later date.

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Lawrence isn’t the only barn burning funnyman on the road this year.

Here are just five of our favorite performers you won’t want to miss live these next few months.

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Who else is hitting the stage these next few months? Check out our list of the 107 biggest comedians on tour in 2024 to find out.

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'Bad Boys' star Martin Lawrence bringing his 'Y'all Know What It Is!' comedy tour to Houston in 2025

Martin Lawrence returns to movie screens next month with "Bad Boys: Ride or Die." Then, he's hitting the road.

The actor and comedian will take the "Y'all Know What It Is!" tour to more than three dozen cities, including Houston. He'll perform Feb. 8 at Toyota Center. (Yes, next year.) This will be Lawrence's first tour in nine years.

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Lawrence's hourlong set "brings the real talk and finds the funny in everything from family to culture as only he can. He'll be joined in Houston by  Rickey Smiley, Adele Givens and Benji Brown.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday through axs.com .

Lawrence was featured in the films "Do The Right Thing!" and "Boomerang" before hosting "Def Comedy Jam" on HBO. In 1992, he landed the landmark "Martin" sitcom on Fox that ran for five seasons. That led to blockbuster films including the "Big Momma's House" and "Bad Boys" franchises.