Comedians
Elle is a Chicago native, but started her comedy career in NYC. She is passed at New York Comedy Club, The Stand, BKLYN Comedy club, The Tiny Cupboard, and Broadway Comedy Club, but can be seen performing at other clubs and indie shows all over the city. Elle has made an appearance on The Bonfire on Sirius XM with Dan Soder and Big Jay Oakerson and have featured for comedians such as Rich Voss, Jared Freid, Greg Stone, and Michael Yo. Elle was recently named a 2023 “Creator to Watch” By New York Comedy Festival. Check out her weekly podcast Elle Diablo.
Mia Jackson is a Georgia peach (that's Georgian for “native”), currently living in New York. In 2017, she was selected as a New Face by the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival and Atlanta's Creative Loafing named her the Critic's Choice Best Stand-Up in the city. She has toured nationally with Amy Schumer and is a featured comic at festivals and clubs across the country. Her first stand up special aired as part of Unprotected Sets on EPIX in 2018. Mia has appeared on Comedy Central's This Week at the Comedy Cellar, NBC's Last Comic Standing and HBO Max. Her Comedy Central half hour special debuted in November 2019.
Caroline Hanes is an NYC-based comedian and writer. She was named a "Comic To Watch" by the 2022 New York Comedy Festival. Her stand-up has been featured on SiriusXM, and she performed abroad in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She is also a contributor for the popular satirical website "Reductress."
Ben Herwitz is a New York based comedian who has performed at colleges and clubs throughout the country. You may have seen him in "No Offense" on Fox Soul, "The Castro Vegas Show" on Amazon Prime, or heard him on the podcast "Hating on Everything."
Meet Chris Reiter, a talented comedian originally from STL who is currently flourishing in New York City. His entertaining performances are available on Amazon Prime, and he participates in distinguished festivals such as the New York Comedy Festival and 10K Laughs.
Rachel Williams is a stand up comedian from Long Island, NY who started her comedy career right out of college. Now you can catch her performing stand up almost every night all over the city. She’s been on SiriusXM, a part of the 2022 New York Comedy Festival and a featured performer at the 2023 Rogue Island Comedy Festival. See all her most recent work @wachelrilliams on all social media platforms.
Jilberto is a first-generation Mexican American comedian who moved to NYC during the pandemic and quickly made his mark on the scene. He produces and runs two stand-out comedy shows: Purple Park Comedy, which spotlights rising POC and female comics, and Mariposas Comedy, an all-queer showcase.
Jilberto is also the host of "I Hope This Ages Well," a podcast where he interviews fascinating seniors in NYC, and co-hosts "Together We’re Straight" with Liz Glazer. He has opened for Ralph Barbosa and been featured in the New York Comedy Festival (2022-2024), Netflix Is a Joke Fest, and Limestone Comedy Festival in 2024. He was also a finalist in the NYC Queer Comedy Festival.
Jay Jurden is a New York-based comedian, writer, and actor. Originally from Mississippi, Jay regularly performs comedy all over the country, and is currently a Staff Writer for Apple TV+'s Emmy-nominated show, "The Problem With Jon Stewart".
Jay has performed on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" twice and has also been seen on "The Late Late Show with James Corden", "Comedy Central Featuring", "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert", and HBO’s "High Maintenance".
Dana Moon is a stand-up comedian, actress and writer. She attended University of Southern California, and graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Dana made her first TV appearance as the lead in Oxygen channels’ Straight up with a Twist. She has been on Russell Simmons’ network, All Def Digital, in several videos gone viral called "Is It True?" She has also done man-on-the-street pranks for Fox's hit daytime show The Real, and co-created and co-produced The Prank Cast Podcast recorded at the infamous Comedy Store on Sunset Blvd. Her characters include Duke Ellington, Day-Day, Empty LA Girl, Creepy Therapist, Blessed By The Lord Lady, and The Hoarder. “Keep It 100” is her latest venture with fellow comedian Jessica Michelle Singleton, which is an SNL “Nightly News” spoof of daily news events. Dana has completed two national tours covering 31 cities, and has opened for headliners such as Bobby Lee, Mo Mandel, and Bill Burr. She performs stand-up regularly at the Comedy Store, Hollywood Improv, Flappers, HaHa Cafe and the Westside Comedy Theatre in Southern California.
Pannu Yaar is your hilarious entry into the whimsical world of the Pannu-Verse. With her infectious energy, observational humor, and relatable personal stories, Pannu delivers a laugh-packed performance that feels both fresh and familiar. From childhood quirks to everyday chaos, she finds humor in it all—often turning simple moments into unforgettable anecdotes. And who knows? The next story might just be about you.
"Peter Liu is a NYC-based stand-up comedian and former engineer who has performed at The Wilbur, The Gramercy, and Don’t Tell Comedy.
He has been featured on Amazon Prime, The San Francisco SketchFest, the New York Comedy Festival and has opened for Ronny Chieng, Joe Wong, and Jason Leong.
Raised between China, Australia, New Zealand, New Jersey, and New England, Peter brings a unique perspective to family, culture, dating, and life in America. A former engineer and lifelong martial artist, his comedy combines sharp observations with personal stories and a healthy disregard for good judgment. So, If you like your comedy, smart, personal, and a little unhinged, Peter’s your guy.
With more than 100,000 followers across social media and 1 million + views on YouTube, Peter is a rapidly growing comedian and you can catch him touring at clubs and theaters across the country."
Paula J. Leon is a first generation Peruvian-Canadian NY based Comedian, Actor and Award Winning Filmmaker. She was a selected Participant at the PIT SOLOCOM Fest in 2021 and performs all over the city various nights a week. Her award winning film She Knows Her Place (available on youtube) was screened at the Angelika Film Center and is currently developing new projects.
Jesús Abelardo, comediante venezolano y host del podcast 99%, presenta Baba, su nuevo y primer show que ha estado girando por Estados Unidos en ciudades como Chicago, Atlanta, Nashville y otras más. Un viaje personal cargado de humor sobre la relación con su papá sirio. En este show, Jesús Abelardo explora las diferencias culturales, generacionales y emocionales que lo separan de su padre.
Ryan Rizzuti is a Long Island comedian with a big presence and an even bigger point of view. His high-energy, punchline-driven style mixes sharp observations with stories about first impressions, everyday interactions, and the strange characters you meet living in and around New York. He performs regularly throughout New York City.
Michael Fleming is a New York–based stand-up comedian originally from Roanoke, Virginia. After starting his comedy career in Charleston, South Carolina, he moved to New York City to pursue stand-up full time. His observational style and playful storytelling have earned him over a million likes on TikTok, and he’s performed at clubs across the country.
Chris Miceli is a New York–based stand-up comedian whose comedy blends observations with self-deprecating storytelling. Despite looking like someone who should be very confident, most of his material revolves around being scared of most things, overthinking, and trying to make sense of everyday life. His style mixes thoughtful humor with the perspective of someone who always seems one small misunderstanding away from a crisis.
Born and raised in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Alonzo ‘Hamburger’ Jones is an iconic comedian who first gained national attention in the 90s following appearances on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam.
He’s also appeared on Showtime at the Apollo, BETComicView, Apollo Comedy Hour and Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed.
You may have seen Hamburger parodied on NBC’s Saturday Night Live and the FOX animated series, Family Guy.
He currently hosts Hamburger Combo - a monthly show at New York Comedy Club - Upper West Side in New York City. Check the show tab for dates and lineup!
I’m a 27-year-old dreamer from Brooklyn, sharing my journey as a stand-up comedian and podcaster—all while proudly representing my Michigan roots! Join me on this adventure!
Multifaceted talent, Alyce Chan, is known as a speaker, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian with a global presence. Her comedy has graced renowned venues such as New York Comedy Club (NYC), Zanie’s (Chicago), and Yuk Yuk’s (Canada), and she was a finalist in the esteemed Boston Comedy Festival. Alyce is not only a comedic force but also the creative mind behind MOMCOMNYC, a parenting platform boasting an impressive Instagram following of 376K devoted fans. Vogue even took note of her work, recognizing MOMCOMNYC as the top six funniest parenting Instagram accounts. Her comedic sketches have found a home on platforms like Scary Mommy, PureWow, and TodayParents, showcasing her knack for finding humor in the everyday chaos of parenthood. Alyce’s talents extend beyond the stage and screen, as she’s been featured on prominent media outlets including New York Live, ABC, Hulu, “The Drew Barrymore Show,” “The Tamron Hall Show”, and CTV Radio. Her relatable and humorous take on the trials and tribulations of parenthood makes her one of the most approachable and beloved figures in the comedy world. @momcomnyc | momcom.co/about
Esther Povitsky is an American actor, comedian, host, screenwriter, and producer. Also known as "Little Esther," the multifaceted personality has built her career in the comedy genre. Having performed at several reputed comedy clubs, Esther began her career with podcasts and eventually ventured into mainstream TV. Having appeared in several sitcoms, talk shows, and sketch-comedy shows, Esther rose to fame with the comedy series 'Alone Together.' Co-created with her best friend Benji Aflalo, the show featured both of them as its protagonists. The show was inspired by their real-life experiences and ran for two seasons. Esther has also worked in a film and a few TV movies. Her most recent appearance has been as ‘Maya’ in the romantic comedy series 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.'
Carolina Montesquieu is a Dominican-American stand-up comedian and writer based in New York City. A 2026 Just For Laughs New Face, she is known for fearless storytelling, sharp observations, and a darkly honest perspective. She currently opens for Ilana Glazer and has been featured at the New York Comedy Festival, with stand-up viewed by millions across social media.
Meka Mo is a Queens-born comedian, writer, and podcast host known for sharp wit, fearless honesty, and unfiltered storytelling. Seen on Don’t Tell Comedy, she’s performed worldwide, from top NYC clubs to the Edinburgh Fringe, and has been featured on HBO’s "Game Theory with Bomani Jones," the BBC, and major comedy festivals. Creator of the emotional wellness comedy podcast "We’re Done Here," Meka has been named a "Comic to Watch" by the New York Comedy Festival, won "Best of Fest" at the Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest, and was the final comic to perform at Carolines on Broadway.
Alingon Mitra is a stand up comedian known for his tight jokes, original thoughts, and affable presence.
Making his television debut on NBC's Last Comic Standing, Alingon finished first in the public vote 5 weeks in a row to win the comic comeback contest and perform on the finale. He has since been invited to do stand up on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, and Adam Devine's House Party on Comedy Central. In addition, he wrote for The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and Adam Ruins Everything. Alingon went on to be named one of the "New Faces of Comedy" at Montreal's Just for Laughs Comedy Festival. He also won both the Boston Comedy Festival and the "Funniest Comic in New England" contest in the same year. Alingon was a writer for the humor magazine The Harvard Lampoon and can now be found on Twitter, on Facebook, or in bed.
Samantha Santos is a NYC based stand up comedian and podcaster. She has her “Soft Launch” Podcast Every Wednesday.
A Haitian-American stand-up comedian and content creator known for his hilarious skits on his Joclownz YouTube channel. He is also widely known by his stage name, Haitian Jonas, and has built an audience through his unique blend of stand-up comedy and entertaining online content.
