Event: Tahoe Comedy North 
Location: PlumpJack Conference Center, in Squaw Valley, CA 
Dates: Saturday, February 14th, 8:30pm

Ticket Info: $20 Online through February 13th with Visa/MC. www.squawvalleyinstitute.com/ (Click ‘Events’). $25 at the door. 

Make a Valentine’s Day date with laughter as Squaw Valley Institute and Tahoe Comedy North bring comedian and actor, the hilarious Tom McGillen to PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn for a one-night show on February 14, Valentine's Day. Joining Tom is feature Tom McClain and local Mighty-Mites coach and comedian Rowie. A no-host bar opens at 7:30 PM and the show begins at 8:30PM. Tickets are $20 in advance, available online at www.squawvalleyinstitute.com and $25 at the door. For a complete Tahoe Comedy North schedule go to www.tahoecomedynorth.com.  

Tom McGillen - Headliner  
Tom delivers a common sense cutting edge comedic observation that leaves audiences laughing till it hurts. His show features a crazed cast of characters that include 'Austin Powers' an 'Out-Back Aussie' and everyone's favorite befuddled deputy 'Barney Fife.' Tom's gives us an insight into his family who are anything but normal, a father who pulled his own tooth, a favorite Uncle and his feathered boa who can also be a favorite Aunt depending on the occasion.

In Tom's act there is something for everyone to identify with. Tom disputes the fallacies of interpersonal communication and the politics between men and women while dating and in marriage. Tom's view of World conditions includes lampooning the French after a recent trip to Europe. 

Tom's proficient guitar playing is featured in his original music and song parodies.

But it is Tom's three-character spoof of the 'Godzilla Movies' that garners nonestop, table-pounding laughter and standing ovations. The 'Los Angeles Times' says..."McGillen's Godzilla movie re-enactment is awesome, the best in the business, an amazing boisterously enteraining unforgettable parody of a badly-dubbed horribly acted monster movie." 

Tom is featured in the movie 'Joe Dirt' starring David Spade, Christopher Walken and Kid Rock. Tom has appeared on Showtime and Comedy Central. Tom has also shared the stage with such comedic luminaries as Jay Leno and Rodney Dangerfield. 
 
 

Tom McClain – Feature

Comedian Tom McClain is probably best known as the larger than life, hard hitting funnyman from Sacramento. His trademark Football Jersey and backwards ball cap lend no indication to his intelligent thought provoking humor. His razor sharp material along with his exceptionally quick wit tantalizes audiences from beginning to end. Within the first few minutes, the audience feels like they have known Tom for years.  

Tom draws from his many rich life experiences to relate to his audiences. Whether he is discussing growing up in one of Sacramento’s roughest neighborhoods or fulfilling his 4 year military commitment, audiences get a clear image of where Tom came from. He has a unique ability to share the most intimate details of his current marriage and his past relationships.  Often described as “Everyone’s Favorite Drinking Buddy”, Tom has an uncanny ability to draw out the fun loving, often immature adult in all of us.  

Professionally, Tom is making an impact on the local and national scene. Tom has appeared on a number of CBS Television Network hit shows like “CSI: New York”, “Without a Trace”, “Shark”, and the short-lived “Viva Laughlin”.  He performed in front of over 17,000 rabid Kings Fans as a part of an NBA Pre-game show at Sacramento’s Arco Arena. His hometown enjoys Tom’s frequent appearances on the Kings TV Broadcasts as well as his occasional performances on the popular “Good Day Sacramento” television program.  

Tom has worked at a number of Comedy Clubs, Casino’s, Colleges, and Special Events. He is a regular at reputable clubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Reno, and Sacramento. He is a regular Headliner at the popular “Downtown Comedy Club” in Los Angeles. 

Tom has a reputation as a tireless writer with the improvisational skills to banter with any audience. Tom McClain is an extremely hard worker and is rapidly gaining respect in the comedy world. 
 

Rowie – Host 
Rowie has been entertaining audiences with his wit, material and impressions since birth. A multi-dimensional entertainer, Rowie takes the crowd on a ride delivering razor sharp lines of deadpan cynicism with things you’ve thought but never had the guts to say. His clean and current topics are truly a refreshing experience.

Born and raised in Sacramento, Rowie spent his winters skiing and racing in Tahoe at Alpine Meadows. Rowie left Sac for Lake Tahoe in the 80’s to coach for the Squaw Valley Ski Team and chase the extreme skiing scene which was just taking off.  Along with skiing he’s an avid golfer which keeps him busy year round.                                                                     

He has opened for some of America’s biggest comedians. With fans throughout the country, Rowie’s act grabs your attention, keeps it, and makes you want to hear more.