Actress, singer, comedian Sandra Bernhard performing stand-up comedy at Park West in Lincoln Park this weekend
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CHICAGO (WLS) — Sandra Bernhard is one-of-a-kind, a bold entertainer, accomplished actress and singer. She is in Chicago this weekend.

The comedian has made a strong recovery following her recent open-heart surgery and is ready to perform stand-up live at Park West this Saturday. She mentioned that she feels as lively and energetic as ever.

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“I’m great; I’m moving and groovin’ getting ready to do some dates in the Midwest, very excited to be coming back to Chicago,” Bernhard said.

She worked with Hollywood legends like Robert De Niro and Martin Scorsese in “The King of Comedy.”

“There were so many people auditioning for that part, but I got it; it felt like a blessing,” Bernhard stated. “Working with De Niro on set alongside Jerry Lewis and Marty Scorsese was incredible. They welcomed me, embraced me, and helped build my confidence.”

Bernhard has been at the forefront of a lot of cultural touchstone moments, like “Roseanne.”

“She was so ahead of the curve; that show was so brilliant and touched on so many sociological cultural things, working women,” Bernhard said.

Bernhard can go straight from dramatic roles to comedy to music.

“It’s something I’ve always nurtured, cared for, and protected throughout my life because it means so much to me to be able to do it. I’ve never taken it for granted,” Bernhard expressed.

She also talked about coming to Chicago.

“Chicago just has that no-nonsense vibe; people are really kind and just groovy. They want to know what’s happening. They’re going to get an incredible show with lots of love,” Bernhard said.

Bernhard will be live at Park West in Lincoln Park this Saturday night at 8 p.m.

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