Comedians


ames Davis is a writer and standup comedian based in Los Angeles. He has written on The Late Late Show with James Corden and appeared as a regular roundtable guest on Chelsea Lately. Davis also created and starred in the Comedy Central series Hood Adjacent with James Davis, which garnered acclaim in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Vanity Fair, GQ, The New Yorker and many others. Davis has served as the host of the Facebook show Do or Dare, in which he led celebrities through wacky competitions for a chance to win cash prizes for a charity of their choice, and is hosting Netflix’s first game show, Awake, which will air on the streaming service in 2019. His Comedy Central one-hour special just aired to rave reviews and can be seen on the platform now.
Tom Delgado is a Nicaraguan-American comedian who has performed all over the country and in the New York, Brooklyn, Red Clay, Rogue Island, and Dallas Comedy Festivals. Tom has also played roles on Billions, Joe Pera Talks with You, and Flatbush Misdemeanors and has a successful series about New York history on his YouTube channel, tomdnyc. He also runs a fun weekly show in the East Village called Let's See, What Else and a monthly show at Caveat called Tom D's Big New York Show.
Stef Dag is a globally touring standup comedian and a 2022 New York Comedy Festival "Creator to Watch." She hosts the popular digital dating show, Hot and Single, and has been featured in the NYT, Nylon, Alt Press, Betches, HuffPo, Daily Mail, and more.
Mohanad Elshieky is a New York based comedian who made his national tv debut on conan, has been featured on comedy central, and has toured with pop up magazine. in 2018, he appeared in an episode of epix’s “unprotected sets” and was listed as one of thrillist’s 50 best undiscovered comics. Mohanad, who most recently worked as a digital writer/producer on Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, has a special skill for making you laugh at the seemingly unlaughable. The Libyan-born comedian combines a deceptively laid-back demeanor with his whip-smart perspective on politics and culture. The Portland Mercury called him “an undisputed genius of comedy,” and he's been featured on podcasts such as Lovett or Leave It, Pod Save The People and Harmontown. Elshieky zeroes in on topics that seem off limits - then surprises you with how hard you’re laughing.
Jim has performed all over the U.S., and even in a few foreign countries. He’s been a part of several notable comedy festivals including San Francisco Sketchfest and Just For Laughs Montreal. His two live albums debuted in the top three comedy titles on the iTunes charts, and both receive regular play on satellite radio. He’s appeared on NBC, FX, and more. He continues to perform mostly in New York but is willing to travel to whatever other cities, states, or countries will have him.
Annick earned his spurs in the birthplace of comedy: first local performances in San Francisco and Los Angeles, then feature and headlining tours across the entire USA. Annick burns for comedy. There is hardly a place where there hasn't been a game. From quirky locations like the basement of a pizza shop in New York to renowned comedy clubs like the "L.A. Comedy Store and the Laugh Factory. As soon as we arrived in Germany, things happened in quick succession: Nonsense Comedy Club, Nightwash and TV inquiries poured in. Annick's fine powers of observation and the ability to work out the absurdities of everyday life not only amuses the mind, but also encourages the viewer to think. Annick takes up topics that are currently moving and shares astute observations without anyone losing face. The focus of the shows is being in the moment. with the audience. situation comedy. The spectator can be there. Each performance unique, so not played again. You have to experience this talent yourself: Annick Adelle.
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.'
Adam Ferrara is an Actor, Comedian who Entertainment Weekly dubbed “Hilarious,” and co-hosted the critically acclaimed BBC sensation, Top Gear US, for six seasons. Some of his TopGear highlights include jumping a ‘76 Coupe de Ville Cadillac 46 ft in the air, getting a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta up to 180mph, hang gliding a mustang off a cliff and driving one of the original 1966 MK II GT40 which won Le Mans. He starred in the AOL series “In the Drivers Seat with Adam Ferrara,” sponsored by Jaguar and Range Rover and was an online host for “The Barrett Jackson Collector Car Auction.”
Greg Warren, most recently seen on Late Night with Seth Meyers, The Late Late Show and Comedy Central Presents, has built a strong fan base with an act inspired by his Midwestern upbringing. His CDs, Running Out of Time (Sept 2013) and One Star Wonder (June 2009) hit #3 and #6 respectively in iTunes Top Comedy Albums. An honest mix of self-deprecation, frustration and an arsenal of lifelike characters highlight Greg’s colorful perspective. Greg attracts a diverse audience spectrum, having performed as a finalist on BET’s Coming to the Stage and on Country Music Television. He is a favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Radio Show, which led to touring theaters nationwide with The Bob & Tom All Stars Comedy Tour.
A comedian since 2013, Raj Suresh tells jokes about cats, being Indian, race, politics and more and has performed in most of the United States and overseas, too. His debut album aired on SiriusXM and his new special will release mid-2023. He lives in New York City with his girlfriend and their cat/small tiger named Mr. Jack.
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.
Kristal Adams is a standup comedian, producer and writer whose standup has been featured on Amazon, JFL Digital, Vidcon and SF Sketchfest. She was named Best of Fest at the 2019 Big Pine Comedy Festival. In 2022 she recorded and released her debut album "Ain't I a Wombat,'' which was featured on NPR, Ebony Magazine and Paste Magazine. She has written for shows on Netflix, Fox and Hulu and released the first issue of her comic book series in 2024.
LUCAS ZELNICK is a stand-up comedian born, raised, and based in New York City, who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material. Lucas’s stand-up clips have exploded online, where he has received over 100M views and 500K+ followers across Instagram and TikTok. In 2022, Lucas established a strong baseline for himself as a touring comedian, selling out 8 shows at Zanies Chicago. That same year, he appeared in SF Sketchfest and as a guest on Amazon Prime Video’s Sports Talk. 2023 was a breakout year for Lucas: he headlined the New York Comedy Festival, taped a secret set with Don't Tell Comedy, and taped his Comedy Central debut for Season 14 of Comedy Central Stand-Up Featuring. For no particular reason, he also holds an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Hannah Lieberman is, by all accounts, a nerd: from her lifelong love of classical music to her national tournament scrabble ranking, to her insatiable appetite for all things Jane Austen. She enjoys bringing this unbridled enthusiasm to all parts of her life (she’s never met a dog she didn’t cuddle right then and there on the street), including to her deep passions for comedy and theatre. What she sometimes lacks in street sense, this adork-able Southern redhead makes up for in bubbly energy and a commitment to having fun through her art.
Daniela Mora is a NYC-based stand-up comedian and content creator. She is best known for her viral TikToks where she shares personal stories with hilarious commentary. With reposts from accounts such as @betches, @girls, and celebrities like Miley Cyrus, she’s a curator of comedy in all verticals. Daniela also produces and hosts several shows in Manhattan and loves connecting with audiences via crowdwork.
Originally from Atlanta, GA, Michael is a New York-based stand-up comedian and actor who just made his television acting debut as a series regular in the new FOX comedy ANIMAL CONTROL opposite Joel McHale. He also just made his late-night tv debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and this past summer was honored as a New Face at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. He’s been featured multiple times on “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” on Comedy Central, as well as “Stupid Questions” with Chris DiStefano and “Pause with Sam Jay” on HBOMax. He also has a feature set for Comedy Central Digital, and in 2019 he was a finalist in the "New York's Funniest Stand Up" competition for New York Comedy Festival. You can also hear him on his podcast In The Minivan. See him while you still can, because the boy rides a bike with no helmet in New York, and we’re not sure how long he’s going to last.
Nick Viagas is becoming one of NYC's most talked about up-and-coming comedians. You can see him regularly at The Stand, Stand Up NY, The Tiny Cupboard and more. He headlines across the northeast and can be heard on the GaS Digital podcast network. In 2022, he was named one of the New York Comedy Festival's Comics to Watch.
Harris Alterman is a comedian from Denver, Colorado. He currently lives in Brooklyn. His address is-wait never mind. He has performed on a number of festivals including The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival, Limestone Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, and The High Plains Comedy Festival. His sketch videos have been viewed over 50 million times on social media and been featured on Comedy Central, The Guardian, Vulture, CollegeHumor.com, and the front page of Reddit. Harris is also the winner the 2017 New Faces Contest at the Comedy Works in Denver.
Gabby Bryan is a New York-based stand-up comedian, actress, Emmy-award winning producer, and overall girlie girl. She performed alongside Olivia Wilde and Oscar Isaac in the film “Life Itself” (Amazon Prime), appeared in the bilingual film “Ruta Viva” (HBO), and featured in Ilana Glazer’s special “Comedy on Earth” (Comedy Central). Gabby co-hosts "L'Podcast" with comedian and world-renown gay angel Zack Signore – which has built a global audience – as well as "Dear Cheaters" Podcast with Robert Kelly, which is produced by MTV and streaming on SiriusXM. She produced and appeared on “You Know What Dude” Podcast with Robert Kelly, and has opened for a myriad of comedians including Bonnie McFarlane, Robert Kelly, and Mark Normand. Gabby has toured all around the globe, including shows in Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Boston, and Vermont at venues including the Comedy Store, the Comedy Store London, Laugh Boston, Laugh Factory Chicago, Zanies Chicago, and Vermont Comedy Club. In New York, she has performed at the Stand NYC, Carolines, New York Comedy Club, Gotham Comedy Club, BKLYN Comedy Club, among others. Follow her on instagram/tiktok at @gabbyisbryan!
Alex Hooper is a stand-up comedian, actor, and storyteller. He delights crowds by blending dark humor with silly positivity. His joke writing is clever and fearless, bursting with energy on every stage. He’s headlined clubs all over the world. And whether it’s an audience of 11 or 11,000, Alex leaves comedy goers begging for more. Alex is best known as the America’s Got Talent comedian who infamously roasted the judging panel in 2018. He’s the only contestant ever to get a “yes” from Simon Cowell and a “no” from the rest of the judges. His audition went viral and in 2020 he was invited back again, this time making it all the way to the live shows. In total, his performances have over 100 million views. He has two albums that have both hit Number 1 on Itunes and Amazon. Other credits include Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, Corporate, New Girl, and Nickelodeon. His hilarious self-help book, Roast Yourself To Happiness, is available on Amazon. He's been seen in sitcoms, commercials, and walking on tightropes in the park.