STAVROS HALKIAS, PODCASTING SENSATION, BRINGS STAND-UP COMEDY ACT TO RIVERS CASINO PORTSMOUTH

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — November 22, 2024 – Critically acclaimed comedian Stavros Halkias is bringing his signature humor to Rivers Casino Portsmouth on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 8 p.m. at The Event Center. Tickets start at $39 and are available now at RiversCasino.com.

Halkias, hailed by GQ as “at the front of a new wave of comedians” and named to Vulture’s “Comedians You Should and Will Know,” is known for his sharp wit and relatable storytelling. His debut special, “Live at the Lodge Room,” garnered over seven million views, and his most recent Netflix special, “Fat Rascal,” solidified his reputation as a comedy powerhouse. Halkias’ podcast Stavvy’s World debuted at No. 3 on the iTunes comedy charts, amassing a dedicated fan base.

In addition to stand-up, Halkias has appeared in Steven Soderbergh’s sci-fi series “Command Z” and starred in the indie comedy “Let’s Start a Cult.” Vogue described him as “the plus-est of plus-size models” after his appearance at Kid Super’s Paris Fashion Week show, where he broke barriers with his charismatic stage presence.

For tickets and more information, please visit RiversCasino.com/Portsmouth. Guests must be 21+.

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About Rivers Casino Portsmouth

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a world-class destination—a $340 million local investment—located along Victory Boulevard, south of I-264. As part of Portsmouth’s New Entertainment District, the complex currently features a full-service casino, poker room, BetRivers Sportsbook, event and conference venues, premier restaurants, and more. Rivers Casino Portsmouth is Virginia’s first permanent casino and the latest addition to Rush Street Gaming, one of the fastest-growing casino and entertainment companies in the country. Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates have developed and operate successful casinos in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Des Plaines, Illinois; and Schenectady, New York. All Rush Street Gaming casinos, including Rivers Casino Portsmouth, have been voted a “Best Place to Work” or “Top Workplace” by their Team Members. For more information about Rivers Casino Portsmouth, including ongoing career opportunities, please visit RiversCasino.com.

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