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Comedian ready to `Rock' The Apollo on HBO special
Chris Rock will unveil his all-new stand-up act in an exclusive HBO comedy event at the legendary Apollo Theatre in Harlem, said Chris Albrecht, president of HBO Original Programming. "Chris Rock: Bigger & Blacker" will debut 11:15 p.m. July 10, immediately following the debut of "Lethal Weapon 4," in which Rock stars with Mel Gibson and Danny Glover.
"Chris Rock is one of today's most gifted and influential comedy talents, and it's only fitting that he should perform his comedy special at one of the nation's most historic venues," said Albrecht. "There's no question that the audience, both at the Apollo and on HBO, are in for a great night."
"The Apollo is THE only place to play," said Rock of the famed venue. He plans to cover a wide range of topics in his new material, including race and relationships. Rock selected the title of the...