Tony Roney

Tony Roney at Tony Roney's at Starters Bar & Grill

Before you pick another generic Friday outing, consider a comedian who has helped shape Detroit's own scene. Tony Roney has performed on national television, produced comedy projects and built connections with other performers. Tonight the focus is back on the man with the microphone.

Roney has appeared on three seasons of BET’s Comic View and won the Miller Kings of Comedy Search. That national television connection is one way into his work. If his name is familiar, this is a live destination for the interest; if it isn’t, the credits provide an introduction to the performer you’re choosing to see.

His projects reach beyond solo performing. Roney founded The Laff Tribe, belongs to Comedy Clique, and directed and starred in the documentary Da Comic Vibe — A Tony Roney Film. For somebody who enjoys discovering the people behind comedy, that range adds another point of curiosity. Come for the man on the bill rather than a particular routine or guest.

Make room for the comedian behind Detroit's comedy connections. Tony Roney is at Starters Friday—give the hometown headliner your attention.