Comedy Night at the Valerie!

Headlining our special Valentine's Day show is Mark Evans. An Atlanta native, Mark Evans is a Southern comedian who proves you don’t have to be dirty to be funny—and a Southern accent doesn’t mean you’re stupid.

With decades of experience, he’s performed in 46 states, on cruise ships, and internationally, captivating audiences everywhere. His clean, smart, and hilarious style adapts perfectly to any crowd—family-friendly or adult—while staying sharp and never vulgar or offensive.

In 2020, Mark and his wife moved to Southwest Florida, embracing the tropical life and inspiring his new brand, Sandbar Comedy: Laughing on the Flip Side of Life.

He began at Atlanta’s legendary Punchline in 1993 and has since taken his “audience-appropriate” shows to comedy clubs, colleges, casinos, corporate events, country clubs, RV resorts, 55+ communities, and more. His professionalism earned him a Dry Bar Comedy Special in 2018.

Our Feature Comedian is Lori Evans. After a rewarding career as an elementary school teacher; Lori transitioned seamlessly to the comedy stage. Stand-up felt like a natural next step—after all, performing for a room full of tipsy adults isn't so different from wrangling a class of six-year-olds!

With 33 years of hilarious kid interactions that made her "head explode," she's now making audiences explode with laughter.

Opening the show is Duane Burton, a stand-up comedian from Sanford, Florida. He's known for his unique sense of humor, which comes from his blue-collar background and experience raising a large family. Duane's style is often described as dry and cerebral, pushing boundaries with observational humor. He's been performing at venues, clubs, and fundraising events across the Midwest and Florida and is looking to become a household name. Some of his influences include Chris Rock, Louis CK, and Hannibal Burress.

Rating: TEEN+