Also known as The Bitter Buddha (captured in the critically-acclaimed feature film documentary of the same name), comedian Eddie Pepitone is a master of the dark art of comedy, often hailed as a modern day cross between Jackie Gleason, Don Rickles and Eckart Tolle. In addition to his regular stand-up shows, Eddie is a stand-out comic/character actor, with recurring roles on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Eddie has also appeared on numerous comedy TV shows, including The Life and Times of Tim, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Sarah Silverman Program, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Comic Standing, and Chappelle's Show. Pepitone is also an accomplished dramatic actor, having appeared on Law and Order: Criminal Intent and 'The Muppets', and is the host of the very popular Peptalks podcast.

JT Habersaat , the "Godfather of Punk Rock Comedy" according to 'Chicago Now,' has headlined the groudnbreaking Altercation Comedy Tour for over a decade. At once both observational and bitingly sardonic, JT has released a trio of albums on the Grammy-winning imprint Stand Up! Records, including his most recent one-hour special 'MISANTHROPE' which shot to #2 on the iTunes top 200 comedy charts.

This show will also feature performances from NC-based comic Beth Fronczak and Knoxville comedian Keith Marcell. Hosted by Beth Tomkins.

Together, Eddie and JT are bringing their FOR THE MASSES Comedy Tour to Knoxville for ONE NIGHT ONLY, courtesy of True Grit Comedy and Central Cinema. Tickets are available via Eventbrite.