About
Joanna M. Briley is the founder of Black Women In Comedy Laff Fest and also a premier comedian! As a shining star on the comedy circuit and a true visionary, Joanna created the Black Women In Comedy Laff Fest and produced Joke Sistas to showcase the brightest and funniest Black Women, those who identify as women and those from the LGBTQ+ community, in a safe space. "I believe the Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest represents a close knit sisterhood sort of like an “unofficial sorority” filled with hilarious Black Women who understands the assignment,” Briley says. “We are NOT monolithic, we are each strong advocates for telling it like it is with love, emotional dexterity, and punchlines!"
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Tickets For Upcoming Shows
- Fri | January 24th - 6:15PM | Upper West Side
- Joanna M. Briley, Phil Duckett, Caitlin Reese
- Get ready for non-stop laughs, Upper West Side! Our brand-new club is open – and features the best comedians in NYC and beyond – in a cozy, intimate setting. Enjoy a full bar, tasty snacks, and a vibrant atmosphere that’s perfect for any night out. This room is sure to become a favorite of comics and audience alike.FeaturingJoanna M. BrileyPhil DuckettCaitlin Reese
- Fri | February 28th - 10:45PM | Upper West Side
- Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest presents Uncensored with Lotto Marie Starring Roni SHANELLE
- As part of the 6th Annual Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest, “Uncensored with Lotto Marie, Starring Roni Shanell” is an unapologetic, late-night comedy experience bringing raw, unfiltered humor to the iconic New York Comedy Club. This is where bold voices meet big laughs—no topic is off-limits and no feelings are spared.Headlined by the phenomenal Roni Shanell, a Detroit powerhouse and current opener for Martin Lawrence, this show highlights her unmatched ability to mix sharp wit with relatable storytelling.