Baltimore is gearing up for a comedic treat this Thanksgiving weekend, courtesy of its own Stavros "Stavvy" Halkias. The stand-up comedian, known for his candid humor and relatable digs, is slated to bring the laughs to The Modell Performing Arts Center at The Lyric for two consecutive nights. In a report by FOX Baltimore, Halkias frankly offered an appealing alternative to obligatory family gatherings, inviting locals to join him with the quip, “Avoid your family and spend Thanksgiving weekend with me!”
The back-to-back shows, humorously dubbed "Home for the Holidays," are scheduled for November 29th and 30th, allowing Baltimoreans to mix up their holiday routine, and tickets went live on Friday morning. As per a release from WMAR-2 News, Halkias remarked, “I know that I personally could use a break from my family right around Friday night of Thanksgiving weekend and I want to provide an excuse to get out of the house for my fellow Baltimorean.” These shows mark a joyous homecoming for the comic, whose roots in the city are well reflected in his often locally flavored material.
Notably, Halkias's profile has been rising in the comedy circuit. His latest work, a Netflix special titled "Fat Rascal," showcases the comedian in his element, riffing on life, food, and the absurdity of it all. Audiences attending the upcoming shows at The Lyric can likely expect a serving of new content sprinkled with the same unfiltered style that has won over his fans both in Baltimore and across the comedy streaming landscape.
Ticket sale details emerged right before the weekend, with prospective showgoers directed to LiveNation's website on September 6 at 10 a.m., as detailed by WMAR-2 News.
