BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – Outspoken political comedian Bill Maher has announced that he's bringing his stand-up tour to Birmingham early next year.

Maher, who also serves as the host of HBO's political talk show "Real Time with Bill Maher," will host "An Evening With Bill Maher" at the BJCC's Concert Hall on Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.

Previous to HBO's "Real Time," Maher hosted the ABC political talk show "Politically Incorrect," and starred in the feature-length documentary "Religulous." He has also starred in 10 stand-up specials, including his most recent, "CrazyStupidPolitics," in 2012.

Maher is known for supporting politicians and causes on the left and support of issues such as the legalization of marijuana, and for his criticism of religion.

His language is often crude and his comments cutting, making him a frequent target for critics.

His last visit to Alabama, a Huntsville show in the spring of 2012, became controversial due to misogynistic comments Maher once made towards former politician Sarah Palin. Right-leaning blogs and organizations attacked the Alabama Democratic Party for buying block tickets to the event.

Tickets for the event – which range from $32.50-$75, or $95 for limited "Gold Circle" seating – go on sale Friday, Nov. 15, at 10 a.m. online at Ticketmaster.com, at Ticketmaster outlets, or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.