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ForestParkReview.com Vol. 106, No. 5
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REVIEW FEBRUARY 1, 2023
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Actor turned comedian hopes to open comedy club on Madison Street Emily Ramirez launching comedy open mic to spread the word about club, give opportunities for local comedians By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter
A former ballerina and actress turned comedian (who also does home renovation on the side) is looking to open a comedy club on the Madison Street commercial corridor. Emily Ramirez, of Berwyn, said that comedy has always been her passion, and she wanted to create a safe environment where performers have financial guarantees and protections that are often lacking in the stand-
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