Apostles of Comedy June 23, 2007

JOIN US FOR THE FILMING OF APOSTLES OF COMEDY —THE FIRST FULL LENGTH FEATURE CHRISTIAN COMEDY EVER PRODUCED

To be Taped in Nashville and Murfreesboro June 23 & June 24

Nashville, Tenn. – June 7, 2007 –The producers that brought you Dune, The Stand, Thinner, over 30 television movies, the highest-rated TV mini-series for two years in a row, countless award-winning documentaries and world-class comedy shows including Adam Sandler, Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, Jeff Foxworthy, Tim Allen, Carrot Top, Drew Carey and Dennis Miller are proud to announce the filming of the movie, Apostles of Comedy. Apostles of Comedy will present world-class comedians Jeff Allen (Bill Gaither Homecoming Tour, “Happy Wife, Happy Life,” VH1’s “Standup Spotlight,” Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,”), Brad Stine, aka “America’s Comic,” (GodMen, Promise Keepers, Tolerate This), Ron Pearson (Bananas, “The Drew Carey Show,” “The George Lopez Show,” “That 70’s Show,” Comedian of the Year nomination) and Anthony Griffith (Emmy Award performance for “Our Father,” Co-Star of the “Bernie Mac Show,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” HBO, frequent appearances on “The Tonight Show”).

The film will be the first full-length Christian comedy feature ever produced. The motion picture will be shot in two locations beginning with Belmont University’s Massey Concert Hall in Nashville on Saturday, June 23 (doors open at 7:15 PM, taping begins at 8:00 PM). Net proceeds from this show will benefit the Bridges Academy. The second taping will take place at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro on Sunday, June 24 (doors open at 6:30 PM, taping begins at 7:00 PM). Net proceeds for this show will benefit World Outreach Missions. Tickets for either taping are only $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, log onto www.apostlesofcomedy.com or call toll free at 877-826-2828. This is a family-friendly show, appropriate for all age groups.

Building upon the success of films such as Blue Collar Comedy Tour and The Original Kings of Comedy and the ever increasing need for wholesome entertainment that the entire family can enjoy, these Christian comedians provide carefully and cleverly crafted comedy that brings honest and heart-filled laughter without shame or guilt.

“For years, there has been a growing disconnect between the sensibilities of a large segment of the U.S. and the majority of films and television we see today,” says Mitchell Galin, Executive Producer. “Apostles of Comedy fulfills this growing need in which the whole family can enjoy a show together. These comedians express their faith by making people laugh,” explains Galin. While Apostles of Comedy may be imbued with faith and inspiration, it never loses its edge, which makes it relevant to today’s audience. According to recent figures, the potential Christian audience accounts for approximately 35% of the U.S. population.

About Bridges Academy:
Nashville based Bridges Academy is a tuition-supported, Christ-centered, college-preparatory middle school and high school for inner city male youth, with a mission of “Transforming Lives. Producing Leaders.” Opening in August 2007, Bridges Academy's vision is to be a school of excellence that produces world-class graduates through state approved SACS/SAIS-accredited college-preparatory curriculum complete with classroom training in core subjects. It anticipates educating more than 400 students per year in grades 5 through 12. For more information on Bridges Academy, log onto www.bridgesacademynashville.org or call
(615) 228-7400.

About World Outreach Missions:
World Outreach Missions takes an integrated and holistic approach to sharing the Gospel. The various missions programs exist to bring help and hope to those who need to know the good news of Jesus Christ - both in Middle Tennessee and throughout the world. Various mission programs include local mercy care ministries (Campus Crusade for Christ, the Crisis Pregnancy Center, The Salvation Army, local food and clothing drives, volunteerism in local soup kitchens, etc.), WOC outreach events (Easter Community-Wide Worship Service, October's Hallelujah Hoedown Harvest Celebration, Character Quest, etc.) and international missionary work (including but not limited to Africa, the Middle East, Central and South America, the South Pacific, and beyond). For more information on WOC Missions, please email [email protected] at International Missions Development, log onto www.wochurch.org, or call the WOC Office at 615-896-4515.

“Jeff not only had everyone “belly” laughing with tears streaming down, but he also provided a way for each of us to take a serious look at life through the relief of comedy.”
–Jerry W. Weimer, Executive Vice President & COO Integrity Media
(Distributor of Christian Music and Resources throughout the World)

“Of the hundred of comedians I’ve seen, Brad Stine is the best…Side-splittingly funny, smart and edgy.”
–Rick Warren, Author of The Purpose Driven Life

“[Anthony Griffin is] a very funny guy!”
–Jay Leno, Host “The Tonight Show”

“[Ron Pearson is] a comic ball of fire.”
–The Hollywood Reporter

“I laughed so hard [at Ron Pearson] my jaws ached.”
–The Los Angeles Times

“[Jeff’s] routine at the National Prayer Breakfast was very well received. Many of the thousands in attendance complained of severe abdominal pain from chronic laughter.”
–Zach Wamp, Member of Congress

“Stine’s style is frantic, aggressive, and caustic, with echoes of Robin Williams, Sam Kinison and George Carlin.”
–The New Yorker

Official Website: http://www.apostlesofcomedy.com