For an entertainment week that was canceled last year because of drunken riots, it’s only fitting that comedian Dave Attell will grace the stage during the return of Veishea. A comedian that may spur riots – laugh riots, that is – and raise a beer while doing it, Attell is one of comedy’s biggest acts today.

Best known for his crude sense of humor and late-night hijinks, Attell is bringing his raucous stage act to the Veishea Comedy Show. After gaining mainstream popularity from his Comedy Central stand-up “Crank Yankers” voice work and hit television show “Insomniac with Dave Attell,” Attell was named one of the “25 Funniest People in America” by Entertainment Weekly.

Although Attell is arguably one of the biggest acts to come to this year’s Veishea, some feel Attell’s “party animal” sense of humor is inappropriate for an event that was canceled because of inebriated riots.

Those who disagree, however, feel strongly that he was the best comedian for the Veishea celebration. Alex Brimeyer, sophomore in mechanical engineering, said people are being too sensitive.

“This is my first Veishea, and I don’t think Attell should be put in the spotlight. He’s downright funny – and clever, too – and he’s a million times better than [“American Idol” castoff and this year’s Cyclone Idol guest] William Hung. God, I hate William Hung,” he said.

Many students are excited for what Attell has in store. To make sure everyone can come, Attell will perform in the high-capacity Hilton Coliseum at a reduced price for students.

“I bought my tickets early,” said Daniel Eisenrich, sophomore in health and human performance. “He won’t sell out Hilton, but I want to be right up front.”

For students who haven’t seen his live show, some recognize Attell from being insomniacs themselves, watching Comedy Central when they should be sleeping.

Eric Wilson, senior in economics, said he hopes Attell’s stage show mimics his oddball television show.

“After seeing ‘Insomniac,’ I can only imagine what his routine is like. He seems like he would be a really cool guy to hang out with,” he said.

During his “Insomniac” show, Attell visits different cities across the United States and takes part in peculiar nightlife events until dawn. His show spawned Dave Attell’s Insomniac Tour, a 2005 comedy tour featuring Greg Giraldo, Sean Rouse and recent phenomenon Dane Cook.

Attell has had commercial success with his album, “Skanks for the Memories,” and a DVD entitled “Hey, Your Mouth’s Not Pregnant!” He since has made cameo appearances on cult-hit television show “Arrested Development.”

“My favorite show is ‘Arrested Development,’ so just by that fact I’d like to go,” said Matthew Stemper, junior in materials engineering. “From what I’ve seen of him, he’s hilarious.”