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by Jeremiah on 12/11/24The Joy Theater - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5I was amazed at how hard I laughed. This was my first comedy show and thanks to this experience, I will go to more comedy shows now.
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Donnell Rawlings is a force both on and off the stage as a comedian, actor and podcaster and this year, Donnell is fire - debuting his first stand-up special at the end of February for Netflix produced by his long-time friend Dave Chappelle.
This is one of four specials Dave is producing for Netflix who stated, "I've been doing this a long time and comedians like Donnell are not only friends but have inspired my own career. Anyone in the comedy community knows these names and knows their time to shine is long overdue. I am proud to be a part of this moment. I've been doing this a long time and comedians like Donnell who is not only a friend but has inspired my own career."
Donnell is unapologetic about the fact that although this is his first special - which was recently filmed during the New York Comedy Festival at the Hard Rock Hotel - it is actually really the 3rd time Dave had him shoot it. The first taping filmed during Covid was too dated. Over the past few years, Donnell has been opening for Dave on the road and was literally destroying audiences around the world. Dave was captivated and was sure Donnell's new material would be timeless and exceeded everyone's expectations to the level it is today.
Donnell first caught the attention of the industry while his fan base exploded with his hilarious sketches as Ashy Larry on CHAPPELLE's SHOW, but it was his critically acclaimed role as Damien "Day-Day" Price on HBO's THE WIRE that turned heads and legitimized him as a serious actor and catapulted him in the theatrical world. Most recently, his role as Alvin in the hit STARZ TV series BMF and his unexpected return to the second season as well as his role as the snarky Mr. Earl in Adam McKay's acclaimed HBO series WINNING TIME: THE RISE OF THE LAKERS DYNASTY grew his followers.
Donnell is also enjoying filming his podcast, THE DONNELL RAWLINGS SHOW, from his new home in Yellow Springs, Ohio which airs on the 5 top platforms and has reached over 5 million views. https://www.youtube.com/@TheDonnellRawlingsShow and has featured guests from Steve O to Chazz Palminteri to Rapper T.I.
After co-starring in SNOOP DOGG's F*CN AROUND COMEDY SPECIAL, Donnell joined DAVE CHAPPELLE AND FRIENDS at the Hollywood Bowl and performed his own solo show during last year's Netflix Comedy festival - he will return again this Spring to the festival and continues to tour with CHRIS ROCK & DAVE CHAPPELLE across the globe and headline at clubs and theaters across the country.
Besides his stand-out role on CHAPPELLE's SHOW, Donnell was lauded for his role as Dez in Pixar's blockbuster film SOUL. In turn, Donnell was honored with The Redd Foxx Award by The African-American Humor Awards in 2021.
Donnell was born in Washington D.C. and grew up in Alexandria, VA and served in the United States Air Force where he was stationed in South Korea and at Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C. in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Donnell's most significant part of his life is being a father to his 8-year-old son, Austen.
I was amazed at how hard I laughed. This was my first comedy show and thanks to this experience, I will go to more comedy shows now.
I first saw Donnell’s stand up at Dave Chapelle’s show in New Orleans years ago and instantly became a fan. I had my ticket for the September show that was rescheduled. I laughed all night. The opening act was hilarious as well. I’d see him every time he comes in town
When I tell you this was such a good show. It started on time. Donnell was soooo funny.
Show was great started on time the host was hilarious & of course Donell aka Ashy Larry was hilarious from start to finish.
Mad funny. Rawlings had the wife and I in tears bro. 😭😂
Donnell never disappoints, this guy is underrated in my eyes. He brought the FUNNY. I’m going to check him out next time he’s in town.
My husband and I went to see Donnell Rawlings on Friday night October 4th, 2024, in Newark NJ. He was hilarious from the time he walked on stage until the time he left. He had a large variety of comedy material, not staying on one topic for too long. We've been to dozens of comedy shows and Donnell Rawlings is definitely number one on our list. I'm not taking anything away from the host and the other comedian that was there, but I only wished Donnell Rawlings performed a bit longer. We really enjoyed him a great deal and looking forward to seeing him again if he should happen to come to the Newark area in the future. :-)
I did not expect to laugh as much as I did. My ribs were hurting when I left.
Donnell Rawlings was fantastic, but the comedians before him lacked energy and humor, so I'm giving him four stars.
Opening act was good, Donnel Rawlings was even better. Great show, good atmosphere, and all around good vibes. Would definitely watch him again if he were to come back to Boston!