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Welcome to The Rico Bio Page! |
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For nearly two decades, Rico
Bruce Wade has been creating fine entertainment experiences. From
stand-up comedy to television production, Rico has generated fine
work in a variety of media. |
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The Word On Rico... |
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"Strong
and Smart... Wonderfully Restrained" |
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Ken JonesThe
Detroit News |
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"Outstanding" |
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Gerry WatsonThe
Michigan Journal |
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"Funny sexy" |
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Michael MargolinThe
Jewish News |
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"Great
Show...WHAT A HOOT!!" |
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LuAnn MatthesThe
Equity Group |
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"He rocks !!!
Very funny man,can't wait to see him again !" |
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Belinda LangeVP,
NWOAHU |
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Standing UpRico
began his mutifaceted entertainment career with Stand-up comedy . On
stage and in many venues across the country, he learned his craft as
a comic. He sharpened his improvisational skill with Cincinnati's
original comedy troupe, The Fairview Impromptu Band. He toured
colleges with the comedy show "We Can Make You Laugh."
Around the same
time, he began acting in theater. This led to work in television amd film. |
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Second Round
Later, Rico become part of one of North America's richest comedy
traditions when he joined the Second City. The Second City alumni
list reads like a "Who's Who" of comedy: Steve Carell, Tina
Fey, Bill Murray, and Mike Myers among them. As a mainstage cast
member of the Second City- Detroit, Rico co-wrote and performed in
six revues including "Computer Chips and Salsa," and
"One Nation Undecided." He also found time to direct the
SC-D touring company. |
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Rico eventually completed
his Second City resume by becoming producer of the Detroit venue.
Highlights included the critically acclaimed revue "Greetings
from Viagra Falls," and SC-D's first workshop production,
"Blah Blah Sista' Hood." He was also co-producer of the
television series "Film Fest 7 with the Second City." |
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Rico
Bruce Wade is using his relentless instinct for fun and a
hornet's nest of bad intentions to create serious comedy. His jazzy
style and sharp sets captivate audiences. |
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This husband, homeowner, dad and
wannabe bad boy nails topics from seeing-eye cars to see-through
lingerie. Rico has an exceptional rapport with audiences.
Well-mannered insights suddenly give way to frantic riffs, and every
show is unique. |
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An impeccable
wit drives his stand-up routines. It's
professional, high caliber good laughs and great fun. Serious Comedy.
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