THE WAITING PERIOD
This show is an unrelenting look at a ten-day period in Copeland’s life—the mandatory ten-day waiting period before he could lay his hands on the newly purchased gun with which he planned to take his own life. Even in the midst of this tragedy, however, his wonderful sense of the comedy of life does not desert him (how much should he spend on the gun?), indeed serves him insidiously well as a buffer against the grim reality of his intention. Copeland hopes this very personal, and ultimately redemptive, story will reach people who struggle with depression—often called the last stigmatized disease—as well as their families and loved ones.
THE JEWELRY BOX
A holiday memoir about hope, faith and Christmas miracles. It’s December of 1970 in East Oakland and six-year-old Brian Copeland wants to make his mother smile with a brand new jewelry box for Christmas. How can he possibly raise the needed $11.97 by Christmas Eve? Follow the hilarious, poignant journey of a determined child as he navigates the winos, mean landlords and shady used car salesmen of his rough urban neighborhood, as well as his abusive father, to discover the true meaning of the season.
Lighten Up for New Year’s Eve
Five Comedy Stars. One Unforgettable Night. A Whole Lot of Laughs!
Forget the New Year’s Eve crowds, overpriced parties, and midnight madness! This year, LAUGH your way into 2027!
Bay Area entertainment legend Brian Copeland brings an all-star comedy spectacular to San Leandro’s historic BAL Theatre for one night only!
JOHNNY STEELE – Winner of the prestigious San Francisco International Comedy Competition and a Bay Area comedy icon whose razor-sharp wit has delighted audiences for decades!
NGAIO BEALUM – A Comedy Central veteran and nationally touring comedian whose hilarious observations and laid-back delivery have made him a comedy favorite!
CANDY SHAW – As seen on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, bringing her outrageous humor and infectious energy to the stage!
NICOLE TRAN – A Comedy Store favorite whose wildly unpredictable, delightfully outrageous comedy has audiences howling!
AND YOUR HOST, BRIAN COPELAND! One of the Bay Area’s most beloved entertainers, bringing his trademark storytelling, quick wit, and hilarious observations to this extraordinary evening!