2024
LINEUPS
2024
LINEUPS
Wed, JUNE 5th
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Maureen
Langan
THURS, JUNE 6th
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
As seen in "Scream One" and ""Two", "Malibu's Most Wanted", & "The Jamie Kennedy Experiment" this self proclaimed Hollywood Wannabe has stories up his sleeves guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat!
JAMIE
KENNEDY
Maureen Langan is an award-winning comedian, broadcaster, "TEDx Talk" speaker, and corporate event host. She was a semifinalist on Season 18 of America’s Got Talent. Her performance landed her a standing ovation and four “yeses” from the judges!
FRI, JUNE 7th
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Originally from Minnesota, Quinn Dale has settled in to Los Angeles to pursue a career in comedy. Now married to a Mexican-American girl from east L.A., his comedy appeals to all age groups and ethnicities. He has appeared on "The Tonight Show" and Showtime, and has worked with such names as Robin Williams, Drew Carey, and Norm McDonald!
Quinn
Dale
MEET THE Festival Headliners
MEET THE Festival Headliners
Sat, JUNE 8th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
He's smart, he's clean, he's... Technically Funny! This Hi-Tech Comedian from America's Got Talent has also made appearances on "The Tonight Show", "Air Bud One" & ""Two", and was a $100,000 winner on Star Search! If you're looking for a fix of nerdiness you've come to the right place!
Don
McMILLAN
TOM
COTTEr
Sat, JUNE 8th
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Tom Cotter was the first comedian ever to be a finalist on America’s Got Talent. Since his breakout performance in Season 7, he has gained international recognition, selling out venues from Alaska to China. Whether it be comedy, voice-overs, or acting, Tom gives it everything he's got. "If laughter is the best medicine, I yearn to be drugged."
OPENING ACTS
OPENING ACTS
C. Willi Myles forged his career performing across the U.S. & abroad, including appearances on national TV, at the legendary Apollo Theater in NYC, and more. Despite being a bit of a globetrotter, C. Willi is no stranger to the Northwoods - he's a proud alumni of St. Cloud State University! C. Willi will emcee on Friday and Saturday, and open for Maureen Langan.
JAMES P. CONNOLLY has appeared on America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central, HBO, in the Netflix series, “Larry Charles: Dangerous World of Comedy, and can be heard daily on multiple SiriusXM Comedy Channels. He attended Harvard University on a Marine Corps ROTC Scholarship and, while serving in Desert Storm, was ordered to write jokes for his Colonel. Arriving in Hollywood, James began to perform at LA’s major comedy venues and soon popped up on television, commercials, and in small films. He will host heat 5 of the $10K Competition!
Jeff Gerbino is known as the Godfather of Minneapolis Comedy. He will be guest host of Wednesday's 10K Competition Preliminaries and will open for Tom Cotter on Saturday.
LEONARDA JONIE is a Montenegro born, New York based stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer that delivers a memorable stand-up performance every time she's on stage. Leonarda lets her thoughts be known about growing up Albanian in the Bronx, unattainable expectations, body shaming, and more to packed rooms across the United States. She will open for Quinn Dale (her boyfriend!) on Thursday.
MANNY PETTY (he/him) is a Chicago-based Stand-Up Comedian and Musician somewhere between Tom Petty and a Mani-Pedi. He is a first-generation Sicilian-American, happily gay-married househusband, and former punk rocker turned clown. Manny is the writer and performer of Thirst Trap Salon at the Newport Theater and has headlined shows at The Laugh Factory, Laugh It Uptown, Laughs at Atmosphere, and The Comedy Clubhouse. He will host the first all-star showcase on Friday at 5:30pm.
SKIP CLARK was born and raised in Bronx New York but now lives in Ventura, California. He started his comedy career in 1995 as a doorman for the uptown comedy in Atlanta, Georgia. He talks about the challenges of life: being married, raising kids, and playing basketball against Michael Jordan in college. He now has a killer comedy crossover, high energy, and nonstop laughter that reaches audiences across the country. Skip will host the semi-finals of the $10K Competition.
We've scoured the country, searching high and low for untapped talent—join us for the Loons on the Lake $10K Comedy Competition as 40 great comedians from across the U.S. compete to advance to the next round and keep their dreams of the $10,000 GRAND PRIZE alive in our stand-up comedy competition!
In a self deprecating act, Greg Winston toys with the audience. Winston’s act was featured on Sirius XM Radio in January 2024. He was a finalist in the 2023 Bloomington Comedy Festival, and in the 2023 Funniest Person in Cincinnati Competition, as well. In addition to touring Western Canada, he has performed in festivals and clubs all over the country.
Hannibal Callens has done stand up comedy for almost a decade all across the country! His high energy, up beat, and creative perspective on life and love creates an experience that brings laughter out of every audience. He brings years of acting, improv, and performance expertise every time he comes to the stage, and now he is bringing it to you! He has performed at colleges in Orlando Florida, headlined the Orlando Improv's "Fat Fish Blue" and was a World Series of Comedy quarter finalist. Get ready for an unforgettable night of joy, fun, and laughter!
James Hancock III is a globetrotting veteran who helps bring laughter to people all around the world. From entertaining fellow troops in Korea, to finishing second in both the prestigious San Francisco and Seattle international comedy competitions, audiences of all backgrounds are drawn to his hilarious and diverse comedic style.
John Kunik has been performing stand-up since the turn of the century, including last year’s Loons on the Lake Comedy Festival, as well as similar events in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Kansas City. Working primarily in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, and performing in every conceivable venue (and three that were inconceivable), from dives, bars and Legion halls (his favorites), to casinos, clubs and auditoriums, he has appeared with the godfathers of Minnesota comedy: Louie Anderson, Scott Hansen, “Wild Bill” Bauer, and Jeff Gerbino.
Laura Merli is an NYC-based standup, actress, and writer. She amassed over 2 million likes on TikTok, is passed at New York Comedy Club, has headlined Don't Tell and Modelface comedy shows, and appeared in the New York Comedy festival, as well as the Women in Comedy Festival. Every third Thursday, she hosts a stand up show (Good Girl) at one of the hottest alt-comedy spots in Brooklyn—Friends & Lovers. She's also performed at top-tier venues across the city including The Bell House, Littlefield, Caveat, and more.
Linda Aarons recently won the Funniest Person in Minnesota Contest and was first runner-up in Acme Comedy Company's Funniest Person in the Twin Cities Contest. She also performed in The Boston Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, and has opened for Louie Anderson.
Sam Rossi has been performing stand-up since he was 15. He has performed at The Comedy Studio and Flappers Comedy Club, and has emceed music showcases at the Hard Rock Cafe. Sam was a finalist in the 2020 Boston Comedy Festival!
Laughter can solve any problem, which is why it’s not far-fetched to call Trey Elliot the comedic problem solver. Trey was born in Plainfield, New Jersey and raised in the town of Edison. Following the greats and his comedic icons, Trey moved to Los Angeles, California, where he now resides. Throughout his career, one of his most rewarding accomplishments was touring internationally to Singapore, Diego Garcia, and Afghanistan with the troops for Armed Forces Entertainment. Trey has appeared on “Stann’dup Comedy Show” on Starz, Aspire TV, BET Coming to the Stage, The Last Comic Standing, and shot a special for Kevin Hart’s LOL Network.
Bill Chadwick has been telling stories from the pulpit for nearly fifty years, and from comedy stages for the past five years. Bill has recently sold out shows at Excelsior 318 Café and Music Venue, and at The Hive Collaborative in St. Paul. In addition, he regularly provides entertainment at churches and housing communities. He is the author of Still Laughing, Still Learning (Still Looking for a Good Title): Mostly True Stories of Family, Friends, Faith & Foibles. It was awarded the Silver Medal in the category of Non-fiction Humor by the Midwest Book Awards, and recently was named “Best First Book” by the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation.
Bob Oesterreich was born and raised in Duluth, MN. He has performed throughout the Midwest. Bob’s fast-paced, witty, idiom-heavy style has been described as a naive psychopath living in Mr. Rogers' neighborhood. He is the Winner of the House of Comedy 2023 Funniest Person with a Day Job and the winner of Minnesota’s One-Liner Knockout Comedy Competition.
What do you get when you cross an inventive corporate executive with a retired kick boxer? A stand-up comedian, of course! Prior to taking the stage, Dougie Almeida gauges his audience, reaches into his vault and prepares his onslaught of humor. Once on stage, he delivers blow after blow of hilarity, hitting the audience with punch line after punch line. His wit and stage presence is second to none. One thing is always certain – Dougie Almeida will KNOCK YOU OUT!
You can hear E.L. Smith on XM satellite radio or see him on Hulu, MTV, Netflix, Drybar, and Amazon Prime. E.L Smith approaches the mic with a fearless, fun attitude that will leave audiences wanting more! He was the Laugh Factory’s 2018 fresh face winner, and a top ten nation-wide finalist on NBC's clean comedy search. His confidence onstage helps him ease his way through a number of diverse topics. Recently, E.L. was invited to perform alongside Viki Lawrence for The Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk, Nebraska.
James R. Hustle describes his unconventional upbringing with hilarious stories of a life not seen by many. Guaranteed to have you Hustling back to see him the next time he's in town.
Julie Tuggle decided to try stand-up comedy after being passed over for so many starring parts in so many major motion pictures. The back of her head was pivotal in a scene with Jessica Chastain in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” and contributed to the actress winning the Academy Award for “Best Actress in a Leading Role” (Jessica Chastain, not Julie Tuggle). She’s very excited about bringing her not-ready-for-prime-time humor to Minneapolis. Her favorite saying is “There are no small actors, just clueless directors.”
Michael Blanck is a stand-up comedian based in Kansas-City. Everybody in Kansas City loves Michael, and they call him "The Mayor." His shows have been described as genius, dumb, and hilarious. Michael regularly performs stand-up at The Bird Comedy Theater in Kansas City.
Nicole Knight keeps the energy high and the humor dark!
Ali Hormann is a regular at Acme Comedy Company, The Comedy Room at Sisyphus, and Camp Bar in the Twin Cities. She is the co-producer for Don't Tell Comedy in Minneapolis and St. Paul. She was first runner up at the House of Comedy funniest person contest on 2021 and a finalist for Acme’s funniest person in 2021. She gets most of her jokes from her three kids.
From the land of sunkissed beer guts, Stillwater, MN, in the scenic St. Croix Valley, Chris Maddock performed in the 43rd Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition in 2018. For 15 years beginning in 2003, Chris "Mad Dog" Maddock hosted the storied Death Comedy Jam, a weekly hub of MPLS comedy and subject of a documentary film, “Death’s Last Stand”. He recorded his first comedy album, Point of Entry, at the legendary Minneapolis rock ganglion First Avenue in the 7th St. Entry, and released it in 2012 on the Grammy Award winning Stand Up! Records.
Born in the arctic wasteland of Boston, Colin Braun started performing stand-up in sunny Portland, Oregon in 2018. Colin has a credit score in the triple digits, and lives in San Francisco with his dog and mental illnesses.
Danny Johnson’s hilarious, clean stand-up has entertained audiences in comedy clubs, corporate events, and churches nationwide for over 15 years. Danny has been humbly compared to Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin James, and Jackie Gleason, blending his original material with his now renowned facial expressions. Danny’s show is relatable, entertaining, and always evolving. He has starred in numerous TV commercials, Comedy Central’s Laugh Riots, Florida’s Funniest Comedian Top 10 Finalist, Winner-Carnival Cruise line Comedy Challenge, Finalist in Search for the One Christian Comedy contest, recently filmed his wildly popular Dry Bar Comedy Special.
John Brown is a comedian hailing from Akron, Ohio, who has been performing all over the Midwest for years. He has a laid back delivery, combining observational humor with story telling, and a touch of his herb induced day dreams. In 2023 John won a Best OF Fest award at the Cleveland Comedy Festival, and was a finalist at the 2023 Loons On The Lake Comedy Festival. He has opened for comedians such as George Wallace, Zoltan Kazsas, and Joe Machi. This up-and-coming comedian is one that you don't want to miss!
Randall Reid is a comic on the rise! His playful, nonchalant, and thoughtful style of comedy has taken shape after years in the comedy game. He has a unique perspective to find the balance between the lightest and darkest of topics. From battling his young daughter to retrieving his friend from tight situations, Reid will take you on a fun journey.
Steven Farmer is a comedian, filmmaker, actor, and author based in Austin, TX. His standup comedy clips on social media have gone viral several times gaining millions of views. His comedy sketches on his YouTube channel have won multiple film festival awards around the world and have been featured on channels such as Right This Minute. As a voice actor he's been hired by companies such as Pet Lab Co. among others. In 2023 Steven was one of the few comedians selected to compete in the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition. His 1st comedy special ‘Arkansas Refugee‘ is now available on YouTube.
William Krolowitz was born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in New Orleans. The Brooklyn accent melded with New Orleans, giving Will a crazy way of talking! He is a 10 year veteran with overseas tours in Greece and Germany, and is the father of 2 grown sons. William has performed all over the country, working with major talents including Tracy Morgan, George Lopez, Hannibal Burress, Gilbert Gottfried, and many others.
Alex Malt has survived social anxiety, PTSD, rehab, a police beating, two parachute malfunctions, and one drowning in the Zambezi River…and came out the other side with jokes. What didn’t kill him definitely didn’t make him stronger, but it did make him funnier. And he’ll take that! (Head injuries work in mysterious ways…) Originally from Boston, Alex Malt has been working in Los Angeles for over a decade. He has appeared on Comedy Central, Sirius/XM Radio and A&E, as well as worked with Jay Leno, Kyle Kinane, Trevor Wallace, Laurie Kilmartin, Joe DeRosa, Brian Kiley, Emma Willmann and more!
Beau Lerner is a standup comedian from Michigan, currently residing in Chicago. Beau was a finalist in the Ridley’s Detroit to LA challenge in 2022, you can usually find him at Second City or the Laugh Factory in Chicago!
Ben Frank is a New York-based stand-up comedian, who began his comedy career in Shanghai, China. Ben's comedy has been featured on SiriusXM and has won him numerous competitions, including the World Series of Comedy in New Orleans and the Laugh After Dark Clean Comedy Award. He has also been named Best of Fest at Burbank Comedy Festival, Laugh Out Loveland, and Four Corners Comedy Festival. Ben released his debut comedy album “Goodbye Shanghai” in 2022, and during his time in China, he became the first comedian to headline a stand-up show in Wuhan following the city’s infamous 76-day lockdown from COVID-19.
Brad Rigler is a touring comedian living in Indianapolis with his wife and two kids she swears are his. He is a regular at Cracker's and Helium Comedy Clubs. Brad is best known as the host of the "Roast War Championship (roast battles inside a steel cage)." He can be seen every week on WHMB's Dr. Gutty's Comedy Clinic. He describes his comedic style as, "dumb jokes for smart people—but still come even if you're dumb. We don't want you wandering the streets."
Comedian, actor, and hilarious force to be reckoned with! Seen on Ryan Reynolds' "Discontinued" and shining bright in films like "Rent Due" and "Hey Mr. Postman." Chris Harvey adds humor to the beat, appearing in music videos alongside rap heavyweights Roddy Ricch, 42 Dugg, Gunna, Young Thug, and Cordae. This seasoned performer has graced stages nationwide, sharing laughs and opening for comedy legends such as Kevin Nealon, Damon Wayans Jr., Tommy Davidson, Chris Kattan, and Faizon Love.
Jamal Coleman is a tour-de-force comedian, actor, producer, freestyle rapper, and improviser. He is also a radio show producer and founder of the "Silly Ass Podcast." An idea on a napkin that he landed on the legendary Kevin Smith's "Toad Hop Network." He's worked with prominent outlets such as Mother Jones, LA Talk Radio, Jeff Garcia’s podcast, and Da Breaks Podcast. On top of his impressive comedy resume, Jamal has won comedy freestyle rap battles and performed on ABC, CBS, and VH1. Now with a residency in Vegas, Jamal is delivering the funny weekly at LA Comedy Club.
Manny Petty (he/him) is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian and musician somewhere between Tom Petty and a Mani-Pedi. He is a first-generation Sicilian-American, happily gay-married househusband, and former punk rocker turned clown. Manny is the writer and performer of Thirst Trap Salon at the Newport Theater and has headlined shows at The Laugh Factory, Laugh It Uptown, Laughs at Atmosphere, and The Comedy Clubhouse. You can catch Manny’s unique form of physical comedy and storytelling in his new stand-up comedy special “Pasta Spice” on YouTube.
Meet Samantha Bearman, better known as the indomitable Sam Bear, a comedic force hailing from the sun-soaked shores of Santa Barbara, CA. This millennial dynamo has not only conquered stages worldwide but has also become a household name (in her parents house at least) with her hilarious take on life's intricacies. Her prowess shone brightly as a semi-finalist in both the 2019 Ventura Harbor Comedy Festival and the 2020 Laughs Unlimited Comedy Competition. With a master's degree, a thriving professional career, and not one but three side hustles, Sam Bear hilariously dissects the struggles of millennial life.
Zach Mama is a French-American stand-up comedian, jazz drummer, director, and writer. He began his journey in 2012 when he left Paris to pursue a career in jazz drumming in the vibrant city of Philadelphia. Zach's talent and dedication have garnered recognition, with notable achievements including winning the 2022 Honolulu Stand Up Tournament and earning "Best Of The Fest" title at the 2023 Rubber City Comedy Festival in Akron, Ohio. Last year, he performed in 22 different states, sharing stages with esteemed comedians like DC legend Tony Woods, Sam Tallent, and Shaun Latham.
Janelle Draper is a bi-coastal comedian, actress, writer, and producer. She’s been described as unapologetic, uncensored and unladylike. She started doing stand-up in LA when she was an NBC page working on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” She was named Winner of the Burbank Comedy Festival and runner-up in the Boston Comedy Festival. She has opened for a plethora of national headliners including Jay Leno, Arsenio Hall, Tiffany Haddish, and Jeffrey Ross. Lastly, she's the first and only comedian to sign an overall licensing deal with Bumble, where she wrote, created, performed, and filmed several image spots, which launched across their social media platforms to viral success.
Kayla McCaffrey is a lot of fun and very cool. Not only is Kayla a comedian, but she’s also a daughter, a lover, and a vegan. She’s performed at the Laugh Factory, the iO Theater, graced The Second City’s stage. She has even performed at the Guthrie Theater and graduated from the University of Minnesota’s BFA Actor Training Program, but will be making her first appearance at the Loons on the Lake Comedy Festival!
Kyle Ruff is a comedian and entrepreneur from the Midwest currently living in Steamboat Springs, CO. Kyle has gained local celebrity status for his quick wit, extraordinary height, and the profound sex appeal of his mustache. Kyle founded and operates the stand up comedy and entertainment production company Steamboat Comedy and produces the 'Best in the Boat' winning Steamboat Comedy Podcast. Kyle has performed stand-up in several states coast to coast, has been featured at Comedy Works Denver, The Comedy Store in LA, and regularly headlines all across the mountains of Colorado.
Meet your new best friend, Maggie Faris. She is noted for her ceaselessly cheerful personality and seemingly endless series of quirky, intelligent jokes dissecting our fears and social barriers. Maggie is a comedy competition assassin, having won the Minnesota Laugh off. Another competition win made Maggie the Public Address Announcer for the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team! She beat out Tig Notaro to win both the Funniest Clip of the Year and the Silver Nail award at the Aspen Comedy Festival. Curve magazine named Maggie Faris one of the Funniest Lesbians in America, and she has opened for such greats as Jeff Ross, Dave Attel, Jay Pharoah, and Michael Che.
Rob Edwards is an up-and-coming stand up comic from Memphis, TN by way of Hayward, CA. He has been doing stand-up for 6 years. He has been seen at Tommy T's, Punchline SF, San Jose Improv, and more. He placed 6th in the 2022 San Francisco International Comedy Competition, and recently got second place in the World Series of Comedy.
Roo Nafasat is a comedian/improvisor based in Orlando, FL. She is known for her whimsical, goofy, and light-hearted nature on stage. She trained at SAK Comedy Lab and was a finalist at the 2023 Nitro Theater Grand Prix. She also performed at the 2023 Orlando Fringe Festival and Don't Tell Comedy. Roo also hosts the popular monthly Silly Geese Comedy Showcase at Breakthrough Theatre in Orlando FL. Her whimsical presence is felt all over central Florida!
Sinn D. Rella, also know as Sinn, is a fiery comedienne who grew up in Oakland, California and has been performing comedy for many years. Sinn has just written and published her first book that is a funny read entitled “The Bitter Bitch Chronicles,” which is available now on Amazon. Sinn was named the funniest female in New Jersey. She was a finalist in both the Ladies of Laughter and the She Devil Competition, and was a member of the "Real Funny Housewives of Rio Linda."
Yoni Heisler is a Chicago-based stand-up who enjoys blending sharp one-liners with quirky observational humor. Currently a paid regular at Zanies Comedy Club in Chicago, Yoni has opened for several nationally touring headliners including Tim Dillon, Ali Macofsky, and others. Yoni has performed at clubs across the US, including Carolines on Broadway, Skyline Comedy Club, and New York Comedy Club. He was recently featured as a performer at the Asheville Comedy Festival.
Join us for an evening of laughs at one of three All-Star Comedy Showcases- featuring talented stand-up comedians from all across the U.S., hand-selected by industry expert Randy Lubas!
Alex Kaufman is a standup comedian currently living in Bozeman, Montana. After contemplating the heat death of the universe while studying for a physics PhD, he realized telling jokes was more fun than solving real problems. Now he can be found performing across the Northwest United States. Alex has hosted at Spokane Comedy club, is a regular feature at Last Best Comedy, and participated in the Mutiny Radio Comedy Festival.
Alex Taylor (A.T.) began stand-up comedy five years ago in Cincinnati, OH and appeared in Cincinnati's Brew Ha-Ha Comedy Festival. He went on to move to New York City where he was able to work alongside prominent comics. He appeared on a show featured in the New York Comedy Festival, as well as being passed by a few acclaimed New York Comedy Clubs.
Beto DurOn is a former Wall Street investment banker. He found his true calling in comedy after moving from the bustling streets of New York City to the heart of the Midwest. With a background rooted in the US-Mexico border, he brings a unique perspective to the stage, blending sharp wit with insightful observations about life and culture.
Bill Chadwick has been telling stories from the pulpit for nearly fifty years, and from comedy stages for the past five years. Bill has recently sold out shows at Excelsior 318 Café and Music Venue, and at The Hive Collaborative in St. Paul. In addition, he regularly provides entertainment at churches and housing communities. He is the author of Still Laughing, Still Learning (Still Looking for a Good Title): Mostly True Stories of Family, Friends, Faith & Foibles. It was awarded the Silver Medal in the category of Non-fiction Humor by the Midwest Book Awards, and recently was named “Best First Book” by the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation.
Bryan Jacobson got his start at the famous Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret and has been a fixture at Twin Cities comedy clubs and open mics. He won Strike Theater’s Story Slam, and does storytelling and comedy on topics, such as being dragged into age 50, becoming the world’s best parent, and committing petty arson as a teenager. He’s 49, has an ancient dog, a kid, and a wife. She’s from Bulgaria. It’s a country. It’s in Eastern Europe.
Cianna Violet is a Latina comedian from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Born and raised in the Twin Cities area, she developed a love for comedy early on, and has always found joy in making people laugh! Cianna is sarcastic and observant; she finds humor in everyday situations and loves sharing those stories with audiences. She has performed in clubs and theaters around the country, and hosts and produces concept shows in the Twin Cities. In 2023, Cianna was selected as one of Racket MN’s Comics to watch, and has worked with headliners such as Caitlin Peluffo, Gavin Matts, and Josh Gondleman.
Jamal Coleman is a tour-de-force comedian, actor, producer, freestyle rapper, and improviser. He is also a radio show producer and founder of the "Silly Ass Podcast." An idea on a napkin that he landed on the legendary Kevin Smith's "Toad Hop Network." He's worked with prominent outlets such as Mother Jones, LA Talk Radio, Jeff Garcia’s podcast, and Da Breaks Podcast. On top of his impressive comedy resume, Jamal has won comedy freestyle rap battles and performed on ABC, CBS, and VH1. Now with a residency in Vegas, Jamal is delivering the funny weekly at LA Comedy Club.
James P. Connolly has appeared on America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central, HBO, in the Netflix series, “Larry Charles: Dangerous World of Comedy, and can be heard daily on multiple Sirius XM Comedy Channels. He attended Harvard University on a Marine Corps ROTC Scholarship and, while serving in Desert Storm, was ordered to write jokes for his Colonel. Arriving in Hollywood, James began to perform at LA’s major comedy venues and soon popped up on television, commercials, and in small films. He has a new Dry Bar Comedy Special “Acceptable Loss” streaming now on the Dry Bar Comedy App and on YouTube.
Jess Misitano hails from the windy city of Chicago, where she honed her comedy skills at some of the city's best clubs, including Zanies, Comedy Bar, and The Laugh Factory. She's opened for some pretty big names in the comedy world, including Uncle Lazer, Sam Tallent, and Ari Shaffir. Jess has also taken her comedy chops to the Austin scene at the infamous Creek and the Cave, Comedy Mothership, and The Vulcan. She's also done Zanies in Nashville. But don't let her goofy demeanor fool you, Jess's comedy can be dark, twisted, and oh-so-satisfying, like a great night out with a chocolate-covered scorpion.
As a married parent of twin daughters and a graduate student in mental health counseling, Jessica Phillips isn't afraid to laugh at life's most awkward moments and share hilarious stories that everyone can relate to. With quick wit and a friendly vibe, she finds humor in everyday situations that make us cringe. Jessica comes from a diverse performance background in improv, theater, and film, and she brings a refreshing twist to the comedy scene.
In Joe Tidd's short journey through comedy, he has headlined clubs including The Market Lounge, Decibel at On the Roxx, and The Drop Comedy Club, and has been featured at the Waulegan Comedy Festival, World Series of Comedy, Co-host of "Mic Night with John and Joe", and Co-Founder of DIY Comedy Café in Elkhart, Indiana. He is widely known as a cornerstorm of the Michiana comedy scene. Joe has featured for comedians such as Kevin Farley, Jeff Webb, Chris Kattan, and many other national headliners. Joe has performed in two countries and has even done comedy during a tornado. His comedy is a mixture of storytelling and shock comedy.
Nicole Swisher is a Nashville-based comedian. Nicole produces and hosts a monthly standup comedy show, Cheaper Than Therapy, at Third Coast Comedy Club. On August 22, Cheaper Than Therapy will be featured at the Lab at Zanies Nashville. In her spare time, Nicole is still a lawyer.
Patrick Bean grew up in New Jersey and quickly developed a sharp sense of humor. Always seeing the world a little differently than everyone else around him, Patrick started sharing his humorous thoughts on stage at the age of 16, performing throughout the NJ/NY/PA area. Although he now resides in Arizona, the east coast temperament comes out onstage while sharing his observations and telling stories from his life. He has opened for Rich Vos, Joey Kola, Don Jamieson, and Mike Marino. Patrick is also one of the comedians featured in the "Zen Comedy," a comedy special streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Phil Kolas has been a comedian for over 13 years in Minneapolis. He's featured and headlined shows, he's performed in a few festivals, mostly around the midwest (Minneapolis, Des Moines, Cleveland, and even one in Anchorage), and he's even won 1st in a few roast battles. He wears mostly metal band t-shirts, and took 19 years to complete a philosophy degree. Which basically just means he has a mind for super nerdy useless facts, and also wishes he was a singer in a band.
Todd Skoda blends sharp observational humor with a touch of absurdity, with a knack for turning everyday situations into laugh-out-loud moments. He has been a runner up in both Acme’s and House of Comedy’s Funniest Person contests. He has witty takes on relationships, technology, and the quirks of daily life. His performances are marked by clever wordplay, relatable anecdotes, and a delivery that keeps audiences engaged and laughing from start to finish.
Waddling all the way from Nebraska, Zach Krueger delivers one-liners about life as a big guy and experiences working in healthcare. His dark observations and off the wall analogies are guaranteed to have the crowd in stitches. A wizard of wordplay and unique descriptions of the mundane have audiences howling across the Midwest.
Andrew Cassidy is an LA-based comedian who is a regular at Grand Comedy Club, Flappers and Yuk Yuks Comedy Club. He's opened for Andy Hendrickson, Monty Franklin and Chris Franjola and performed at the Burbank, Funlap and the North Carolina Comedy Festivals. From a small town kid from Canada to an LA based comedian and doctor, Andrew's observational humor looks at the world from the eyes of a constant outsider.
Blessed with a stage name at birth, Chase Harter has graced stages everywhere from the valley as a Phoenix Don't Tell regular to naked Roast battles at Skankfest, talking about everything that’s got him there.
Dennis Cruise is a comedian from the Pacific Northwest. He hosts Black Bag Comedy Presents, was a host of Vancouver's funniest comedian competition, performed for Ha Ha Harvest Comedyfest, and was a semi-finalist in Nate Jacksons Funniest MFer. He has been tearing up the Oregon & Washington scene for years!
Elisha Tan is an up-and-coming Singaporean comic based in San Francisco Bay Area. With her quick wit and upbeat delivery, Elisha's comedy bridges her Singaporean heritage with Bay Area quirks as she shares her international transplant tales served with a dash of tech humor. Elisha has performed at Cobb’s Comedy Club, Laugh Factory, and clubs and shows across the USA, Singapore, Germany, Ireland, and England.
James P. Connolly has appeared on America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central, HBO, in the Netflix series, “Larry Charles: Dangerous World of Comedy, and can be heard daily on multiple Sirius XM Comedy Channels. He attended Harvard University on a Marine Corps ROTC Scholarship and, while serving in Desert Storm, was ordered to write jokes for his Colonel. Arriving in Hollywood, James began to perform at LA’s major comedy venues and soon popped up on television, commercials, and in small films. He has a new Dry Bar Comedy Special “Acceptable Loss” streaming now on the Dry Bar Comedy App and on YouTube.
Josh Cahn is a comedian and actor who has been performing professionally for over ten years and has been seen on Network TV, Film, and in Commercials. His credits include projects on HBO, NBC, Comedy Central, Adult Swim, AMC+, Amazon Prime, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (Sketches), 30+ Commercials (including National spots) and more. Recently awarded BEST New Jewish Comedian 2023 and performed on the same lineup as Dave Attell, Jeff Ross, Ari Shaffir, and Jessica Kirson for a crowd of 4,000 people.
Lefty Crumpet is a 25-year-old, Minneapolis-based, ethnically ambiguous, joke-slinging, musical funnyman with social anxiety from Riverside, California. He lifts your hearts and minds with bizarre and clever jokes and songs that comment on the difficulties of relationships, the origins of human endeavor, and also Doordash. He injects rhythm and melody into his performances in such a way that audience members often say to him, “I normally hate musical comedy, but that was awesome.”
Lulu Balimba Able Thomas a.k.a Lulu is a Gambian-American comedian, actor, improvisationalist, content creator, writer & football (a.k.a soccer) fanatic! He has performed at Tommy T's, Cobbs, Stanford University, Continental Club, Punch Line Sacramento, The Comedy Lab, and Alameda Comedy Club. His motivation is to bring joy to people's lives.
Ichiban Mom, Michelle MaliZaki is not only a stand-up comedian but also a musical artist. Her track, "Nap Time!" by nap8sta, is the official song for National Napping Day. In the comedic arena, Michelle's achievements include being a runner-up at FunnyFest in Canada in 2023, showcasing her wit on an international stage. She has also opened for Russell Peters, was featured on CNN in a program “Champions for Change,” she will also be a co-host for a brand new podcast for Japanese American National Museum, “Japanese America” starting in February 2024, and raising her status to become a formidable force in the world of laughter.
Priya Guyadeen was born in Georgetown, Guyana. When she was two, her parents immigrated to Canada. After being stuck at home during the pandemic with her then 6 year-old-son Priya took to comedy as a way to avoid needing bail money. Priya draws inspiration for her comedy from some of her favorite female comedians like Vanessa Hollingshead, Sindu Vee, and Leeanne Morgan. Whether she’s talking about growing up with strict parents, navigating the dating world, or just sharing funny stories, Priya’ comedy is always fresh and unexpected.
Quinn James is a Chicago-based comedian. They identify as a non-binary, pansexual, neurodivergent individual, though their parents just call Quinn difficult. Described by most as: a lot. From the musical CATS, to the things their bullies made them feel, Quinn has a lot to talk about!
Tito Jorda-Cidwas the 2023 winner of the Chicago Roast Battle tournament which has earned him a reputation as one of the nation's top roasters. His comedic style encompasses more than just roasting; he invites audiences to explore his life experiences, global adventures, and ongoing dating adventures. Tito is a regular in the Chicago comedy scene having featured at Zanies, Laugh Factory, and most clubs within an hours drive of the city.
Tony Capobianco may look like he should be the bouncer for Build-A-Bear Workshop. But the only thing he’s been pumping is audiences full of laughter. Hailing from Boston, MA, in less than ten years into his stand-up career, Tony has managed to open for major acts like Lenny Clarke, Steve Sweeney, Preacher Lawson, John Crist, and Aaron Berg. He has also had the privilege of performing for the U.S. armed forces such as the Army, Air Force, Marines, and National Guard. (Fingers crossed for the Space Force!)
At the young age of seventeen, Aidan Thibault started stand-up comedy in Duluth Minnesota. Now nineteen, Aidan tells jokes about navigating life after high school, the struggles of being a young adult, and his inability to swim. Aidan's style of comedy is both lighthearted and dumb. He can be found doing shows across Minnesota.
Bryan Villone is a stand up comedian based out of NJ. He’s been on Amazon Video and was a semi-finalist in NBC’s StandUp competition. He’s produced his own shows, performed in multiple comedy festivals, clubs around NYC, in different parts of the country, and has even performed in London and Costa Rica.
David Donnick is a Chicago comedian and teacher, with content that pushes audiences through all the emotions teachers feel in the 21st century. As a comedian, he opens a hilarious window into his classroom which leaves audiences totally understanding why teachers need the summer off. He is a former feature writer for The Onion and was recently a featured performer at the 2023 P3 comedy festival in Pensacola, FL. While he performs all over the Midwest, he is a regular at Chicago clubs like Zanies, Red Room Comedy Club, the Lincoln Lodge, and the Laugh Factory. He is also a regular roaster and judge on Roast Battle Chicago.
David Schendlinger has been doing standup comedy for more than 40 years. He has appeared on the Alan Thicke Show, opened for Leon Redbone, Jimmie "JJ" Walker and others, and had more fun than a normal person deserves. He has performed at clubs, colleges, and long term care facilities all over North America, and he’s still not famous.
Dennison Sleeper is a traveling comedian, published author, and amateur filmmaker. He is half of the InsertTownHere podcast and documentary project, interviewing local comedy scenes across the country. He also produces Casket Comedy in NYC and Ohio.
Dr. Ellen Wesley is based in Chicago. She’s a full-time Emergency Room physician with ADD. Standup, a side effect, is her personal medicine. She performed with Crazy Cindy’s comedy show in the Belly Room at The Comedy Store on Sunset.
Hank Hilbert has been doing comedy his whole life but really started taking it seriously three years ago. Hank takes a storytelling approach that is relatable and humorous to audiences. After working with Bernie Mac on Mr. 3000, the seed for stand-up was laid in. He has opened for Joey Medina and shared the stage with national headliners like Jeffery Keller, Shang, Kathy Lewis and many more. Hank has performed from California along the west coast to Oregon, Ohio, and Arizona.
James P. Connolly has appeared on America’s Got Talent, Comedy Central, HBO, in the Netflix series, “Larry Charles: Dangerous World of Comedy, and can be heard daily on multiple Sirius XM Comedy Channels. He attended Harvard University on a Marine Corps ROTC Scholarship and, while serving in Desert Storm, was ordered to write jokes for his Colonel. Arriving in Hollywood, James began to perform at LA’s major comedy venues and soon popped up on television, commercials, and in small films. He has a new Dry Bar Comedy Special “Acceptable Loss” streaming now on the Dry Bar Comedy App and on YouTube.
Joe Richard Saunders is a Baltimore-based comedian with a background in music production. His stand-up routine features jokes and stories that intersect with topics such as growing up racially ambiguous, navigating awkward interpersonal encounters, culture, and technology. Joe is a regular performer in Maryland, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, and he is enthusiastic about using comedy proceeds to support cancer research, patient access, policy, and advocacy.
Meet Judson Veach, the Nashville comic with an extraordinary journey! Originally hailing from the Buckeye State of Ohio, Judson's path led him from the heartland to the bustling streets of New York City. Along the way, he traded ballet slippers for a microphone and discovered his passion for stand-up comedy. With his sharp wit and magnetic stage presence, he effortlessly connects with audiences, sharing hilarious insights and personal tales that resonate with people from all walks of life.
Meet your new best friend, Maggie Faris. She is noted for her ceaselessly cheerful personality and seemingly endless series of quirky, intelligent jokes dissecting our fears and social barriers. Maggie is a comedy competition assassin, having won the Minnesota Laugh off. Another competition win made Maggie the Public Address Announcer for the St. Paul Saints professional baseball team! She beat out Tig Notaro to win both the Funniest Clip of the Year and the Silver Nail award at the Aspen Comedy Festival. Curve magazine named Maggie Faris one of the Funniest Lesbians in America, and she has opened for such greats as Jeff Ross, Dave Attel, Jay Pharoah, and Michael Che.
Skip Clark was born and raised in Bronx, New York and now lives in Ventura, California. He began his comedy career in 1995 as a doorman for the uptown comedy in Atlanta, Georgia. Shortly after, he became a bodyguard for a high profile comedian. His acting career began in 2000 when he played a bodyguard in the movie Two Degrees the movie, And has a new movie coming out called Recruitment Day. His slice-of-life style focuses on the everyday challenges of being married, raising kids, and playing basketball against Michael Jordan in college. He now has a killer comedy crossover, high energy nonstop laughter that is reaching all audiences across the country.
Susie Coakley is a rising senior in high school. Her comedy is clean and focuses on being a Gen Z “nerd”, working at a local grocery store, and being a teenager. She is new to comedy, but loves to share her jokes!
Swastik Bhat is a comedian and writer based in Seattle. Originally from India, he moved to the U.S. to study computer engineering but quickly fell in love with stand-up comedy. Swastik regularly performs at Laughs Comedy Club and Club Comedy and created the acclaimed “Seattle Transplant” show, featured on Everout Seattle and Seattle Times. His humor, often centered around his transition from a chaotic Indian life to American culture, resonates with a wide audience. He has opened for Bobby Lee and was featured on Keenan Thompson’s Live Comedy Showcase. Swastik, known for blending his tech background with comedy, is regarded as the funniest data scientist in the comedy world.
Hailing from the heart of Minnesota, 15-year-old stand-up sensation Willie Foldenaur has been lighting up comedy clubs across the Midwest and West Coast since the tender age of 12. With a wit as sharp as a Minnesotan ice fishing auger, Willie's humor is a delightful concoction of his quirky life experiences and his inexplicable musings. Willie Foldenaur is not just a comedian; he's a comedic prodigy, destined to leave audiences roaring with laughter wherever he goes. Keep an eye on this rising star, because the comedy world hasn't seen anything quite like him before!
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