February 07 - February 08

Shelly Belly (Special Event)

Shelly Belly (Special Event)

Michelle Rider, also known as Shelly Belly has taken the comedy and social media scene by storm.

"Michelle Rider also known as Shelly Belly has become one of the top acts in the comedy world, delighting fans with a one-of-a-kind hilarious stand-up comedy show"

Michelle has branched out and is now traveling the U.S and filling seats. Michelle's relatable comedy consists of talking about things you won't, but she will with a tough of Naughty.

Michelle began her comedy career performing relatable Southern comedy on stages across the Southeast she then gained attention in the comedy world after releasing comedy skits online as shellybellycomedy. Since then her comic videos have gone on to earn millions of views and she has since gained millions of followers and likes through her social media accounts.

Apart from her work as a stand-up comedian, Michelle was discovered through her social media by Studio Lambert and was chosen to be on the number one reality show The Circle Season 3 on Netflix. Her time on The Circle was the most watched season to date and the world fell in love with her southern twang and funny personality. Michelle has also been featured in Cosmo, ELLE, Buzzfeed, IMDb, ABC, NBC, Fox, Roku, Parade, Bustle, ENews, Women's Health, Newsweek, The Decider, TV Insider, and has been on talk shows and podcast across the U.S, (Google Michelle Rider, she is everywhere)

02/08/2025 7:00 PM

Door Time: 6:30 PM

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Shelly Bell has taken the comedy and social media scene by storm. Shelly has become one of the top sought after comedians throughout the United States delighting fans with her hilarious standup comedy.

Shelly has branched out, taking her quick wit comedy routine from her front porch of South Carolina to the main stage, traveling throughout the United States. Shelly’s relatable comedy consists of saying the things that we all think and want to say but, are too afraid to. Shelly’s career took off after releasing her comedy skits online earning her millions of views on social media platforms as, "Shelly Belly Comedy".

Studio Lambert discovered Shelly Belly aka, Michelle Rider on her social media platforms and chose her to be on the on the number one reality show “The Circle” Season 3 on Netflix.

Shelly has been featured in Entertainment Tonight, NBC, Fox, Parade, Screen Rant, Stars Offline, Women's Health, Yahoo News, Decider, Men's Health, IMDb as well as many other publications.

  • Shows are 18+ and include adult language and themes. (unless otherwise noted)
  • Drinks are available at the bar including beer, wine, seltzer, cider, and a limited menu of mixed liquor drinks. Please have your ID ready if ordering one of these beverages.
  • Hot dogs and popcorn are available for purchase at the show.
  • Tickets may be available at the door for a higher purchase price.
  • VIP Seating is front row. The seats are a little bigger and you are guaranteed to have a table for every two seats.
  • Doors will open 30 minutes before show time.
  • The use of video equipment or flash photography is strictly prohibited.
  • All sales are final, no refunds or transfers.

Blue Ridge Comedy Club has 14 Parking spaces, including 1 ADA space in our parking lot at 560 English Street. Highlighted in Blue.

There is also additional street parking available on English Street. Highlighted in Yellow.

The Wes Davis Greenway is a walking path that passes through downtown Bristol and the location of Blue Ridge Comedy Club. Highlighted in Green.


Once you see this mural, you'll know that you've arrived at Blue Ridge Comedy Club.

Michelle Rider, also known as Shelly Belly has taken the comedy and social media scene by storm.

"Michelle Rider also known as Shelly Belly has become one of the top acts in the comedy world, delighting fans with a one-of-a-kind hilarious stand-up comedy show"

Michelle has branched out and is now traveling the U.S and filling seats. Michelle's relatable comedy consists of talking about things you won't, but she will with a tough of Naughty.

Michelle began her comedy career performing relatable Southern comedy on stages across the Southeast she then gained attention in the comedy world after releasing comedy skits online as shellybellycomedy. Since then her comic videos have gone on to earn millions of views and she has since gained millions of followers and likes through her social media accounts.

Apart from her work as a stand-up comedian, Michelle was discovered through her social media by Studio Lambert and was chosen to be on the number one reality show The Circle Season 3 on Netflix. Her time on The Circle was the most watched season to date and the world fell in love with her southern twang and funny personality. Michelle has also been featured in Cosmo, ELLE, Buzzfeed, IMDb, ABC, NBC, Fox, Roku, Parade, Bustle, ENews, Women's Health, Newsweek, The Decider, TV Insider, and has been on talk shows and podcast across the U.S, (Google Michelle Rider, she is everywhere)