Rickey Smiley & Friends Backyard BBQ CANCELLED September 16, 2011

The hilarious Rickey Smiley is bringing his new show, and his new band “Common Folk,” to Greensboro’s White Oak Amphitheatre on Friday, September 16 for one unbelievable night of entertainment. Also appearing on the show will be Rickey’s crazy friends, Special K & Big Shawn, so don’t miss a night of comedy, music and fun!

Tickets for Rickey Smiley & Friends Backyard BBQ Jam will go on sale, Friday, July 1st at 10 a.m.

Rickey Smiley has been working the comedy circuit for more than a decade ago and it has paid off. Establishing himself as a clean comic, his down home southern humor has made him a favorite in the top comedy venues across the country. From intimate comedy clubs to sold out crowds at Madison Square Garden, Smiley’s unique style of humor resonates with his audiences unlike any other.

Smiley's characters have become his comedic trademark. From Bernice and her church announcements to Coach McClainy and his lack of motivational skills, Rickey's audiences can't seem to get enough of him. Rickey is so convincing doing his character impersonations, he has released five comedy CDs. Smiley also made his mark in the feature film arena, appearing in Friday After Next. Best known as host of the 2000 season of BET's ComicView, Rickey led the show to its highest jump in ratings in the show's ten-year history. BET then quickly signed him to host The Way We Do It during the 2001-2002 season, and that show went on to become one of the top five shows on the network.