On the “City Lights” series “Speaking of Comedy,” Atlanta’s funniest locals share insights on the perks and perils of their profession. This edition features Atlanta-based comedian, producer and tour guide Connor Lyons.
Lyons has a background in theater and film, but a few years ago, he decided to try out standup comedy after watching some Atlanta comedians at a local dive bar. “I got into standup because it was so much more accessible and less pretentious than the acting world,” said Lyons. “There wasn’t an audition or self-tape or an email or online submission process. You just show up to the bar, sign up, get on the mic, and take it from there.”
You can find more information about Lyons’ monthly variety show at Atlanta Eagle here, and the Funny Bus Atlanta history/comedy tour he’s a part of here.
