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Sekou Ali

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Sekou Ali, also known as “The Comedy Detective,” is a New York City comedian and recently retired NYPD detective with over 25 years of law enforcement experience. Blending sharp storytelling, crowd work, and real-life police experiences, Sekou delivers a hilarious and authentic perspective on family, relationships, and life in New York City. He has hosted for Russell Peters, performs on the Heroes Off Duty Tour, and was the 2nd place winner of the 2024 Last Comix Standing competition.

Passed comedian at St. Marks Comedy Club, 12 St. Marks Place, East Village, NYC.

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St. Marks Comedy Club — Best Live Comedy in NYC's East Village

St. Marks Comedy Club is the best cheap speakeasy-style comedy club in the East Village, located right on St. Marks Place at 12 St. Marks Place, New York, NY 10003, in the heart of downtown NYC. We host live stand-up comedy shows every night featuring NYC comics, festival headliners, open mics, and late-night shows. Tickets start at $10 for weeknight and late-night shows, with most weekend shows priced $15 to $25 (all-in price after fees shown on every show page). Doors open 30 minutes before showtime, most shows run about 75 minutes, two-drink minimum, ages 16 and up.

Show Types

  • Stand-up comedy shows every night
  • Late-night comedy shows
  • Open mics
  • Comedy festivals and showcases
  • Touring headliners and NYC favorites

Contact

St. Marks Comedy Club
12 St. Marks Place, New York, NY 10003, United States
Email: contact@stmarkscomedy.com
Web: https://www.stmarkscomedy.com
Press & Brand Kit: https://www.stmarkscomedy.com/press

Brand colors: background #181b22, primary/accent #ee6f57, foreground #ffffff. Tagline: NYC's Brick Wall Speakeasy — Live Comedy Every Night.