Yakov in KC

Don't look now -- but everyones favorite Cold War comedian is heading to Kansas City. Yakov Smirnoff comes to town this week, and with it (hopefully)...the beginning of an all-out Russian invasion (and at the unbelievable low cost of $30 to boot!)

Smirnoff will do what he does best at the Unity Village on Friday (1901 N.W. Blue Parkway). Ordinarily, the former Soviet funnyman does his schtick in Branson, Missouri (aka, where talent goes to die).

Tickets can be bought at the door or in advance by calling (816) 251-3540. Buy'em up now! This one is going to be hard to pass up.

Speaking of Yakov...when will a Yakov-like entertainer emerge from Iraq? That's all were missing! We need that guy to emerge from the rubble and make fun of Saddam.

"Under former Iraqi dictatorship we faced harsh government aggression for speaking in public. Now, instead of speaking out against bloody insurgents, we stand around complaining...because we want MORE freedom! What an occupation!"

What?