Bill Cosby Coming to Belk Theater in February 2015

One of America's most beloved comedians of all time, Bill Cosby, whose comedy transcends age, gender and cultural barriers, is making a rare appearance at the Belk Theater and will be performing 2 shows at 3 p.m. and 7p.m. Cosby has captivated generations of fans with his comedy routines, iconic albums and best-selling books, including "Fatherhood," "Time Flies" and his current bestseller, "I Didn't Ask to Be Born, (But I'm Glad I Was.)"

Tickets range from $28 to $65 (plus applicable fees) and can be purchased at CarolinaTix.org or by calling 704.372.1000.

Bill Cosby broke television's racial barrier with "I Spy," becoming the first African American to co-star on a television series while winning three consecutive Emmys. He created and produced the Emmy-winning cartoon "Fat Albert" and the "Cosby Kids," which began airing in the 1970s and was made into a film in 2004. The show, based upon Cosby's childhood in Philadelphia, was designed to educate and entertain.

The former Navy serviceman's illustrious list of accomplishments includes roles on the children's educational show "Electric Company" and creating and producing the Emmy award winning "Little Bill," which is based on his bestselling book series. Cosby has received the Kennedy Center Honors, the Presidential Medal of Freedom (America's highest civilian honor), the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the Marian Anderson Award. Among his many awards for his stand-up comedy albums are five Grammy Awards, eight Gold and five Platinum records.

Perhaps Cosby's greatest contribution to American entertainment and culture is "The Cosby Show," about a close-knit, upper class black family. Cosby said his intent was to portray an American family. Time magazine called the show "an encouraging sign of maturity in matters of race." "The Cosby Show" dominated the No. 1 spot for years, earning nearly unanimous critical praise. Life magazine described the program as "a gentle, whimsical, warmhearted" show whose "delicious ordinariness of its pleasures and tribulations has given millions a fresh, laughter-splashed perspective on their own domestic lives."

Cosby's latest special, "Bill Cosby 77", was taped on his 77th birthday in SF, this past July 12 and will air on Netflix, November 28. Cosby's first television special in 30 years, "Far From Finished" premiered on Comedy Central last fall and was the name of his last sellout tour!

Don't miss Bill Cosby 77 in Charlotte, Sunday, February 22 at 3pm and 7pm! Purchase tickets at CarolinaTix.org or by calling 704. 372.1000. This is a show the whole family can enjoy!