James Braly is the first two-time winner of The Moth GrandSlam, a contributor to This American Life, the writer and performer of the New York Times’ Critics Pick Off Broadway monologue Life in a Marital Institution: 20 Years of Monogamy in One Terrifying Hour, and the author of Life in a Marital Institution: 20 Years of Monogamy in One Terrifying Memoir, published by St. Martin’s Press. James has performed at The Whitney Museum, Symphony Space, and on a 14-city national tour presented by Meredith Vieira Productions. His autobiographical stories have been broadcast nationally on NPR, Marketplace, and Selected Shorts, and his personal essays have been published in The New York Times and Redbook. Currently, James teaches storytelling at Fordham University and is developing the television series based on Life in a Marital Institution with Meredith Vieira Productions.

Abbas Wahab is a New York-based, Canadian comedian and actor. He's been featured on Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as SWAT officer in M.Night Shyamalan's Trap. Wahab has also appeared in TV shows, such as The Boys, What We Do In The Shadows, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He has garnered a loyal following of over 350k fans on Instagram and TikTok. Abbas is best known for his viral "job interview" and "automotive marketing" series, which parody the behind-the-scenes hiring and advertising of major brands. His comedic style has been described as electrifying and sharp, with grounded storytelling. Don’t miss him on the road!

Ilana Glazer is a comedian, actor, advocate, and creator best known for co-creating and co-starring in the critically acclaimed series BROAD CITY. Ilana co-wrote and co-stars in the film BABES, which premiered at SXSW in 2024 to rave reviews and was released with Neon. Ilana completed a 52-show tour for ILANA GLAZER LIVE, performing stand-up comedy across the US and Canada. Her sophomore standup special HUMAN MAGIC was released on Hulu last year. Most recently, she joined the cast of the stage adaptation of the Academy Award nominated film GOOD NIGHT & GOOD LUCK, starring George Clooney. Previews commence in March 2025 and the show concludes after a special limited run of 99 shows in June 2025. Additional credits include FALSE POSITIVE from A24, ROUGH NIGHT distributed by Sony Pictures, THE AFTERPARTY for Apple TV+, and THE NIGHT BEFORE from Columbia Pictures. Ilana is also the co-founder of the non-profit Generator Collective, which organizes and creates content around electing progressive candidates.

In 2014, he became the first Black British comic to be nominated for an award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, earning a Best Newcomer nod, changing the landscape of British comedy forever.

 This set the stage for his hit BBC Three sitcom SunnyD—the first British sitcom to centre a Black Family in over 20 years, later optioned by Lionsgate for a U.S. remake involving Keenan Ivory Wayans and Saladin Patterson, and then collaborating with AMC for his works.

 Dane has supported comedy heavyweights like Katherine Ryan, Reginald D. Hunter, Jim Jeffries, Bill Burr, and Eddie Griffin and Dave Chappelle across Europe, whilst racking up international TV and radio credits including Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, and more.

 His acclaimed live shows—Citizen Dane, Reasonable Doubts, Gold Oil and Drugs, and The Chocolate Chip—have sold out tours internationally and been featured on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.

 As a writer, Dane has collaborated with Idris Elba, Charlie Brooker, and Katherine Ryan, contributing to major events like the FIFA Awards and Black British Music Awards. He continues to perform internationally at festivals in South Africa, then Netherlands; including JFL Montreal, Melbourne and Sydney Comedy Festivals, and Moontower in Austin, while contributing to Kevin Hart’s LOL Network.

Peyton Ruddy started in the suburbs of Chicago at 17 years old and quickly grew in popularity to become a favorite in the city. He recently moved to Austin, Texas and is a paid regular at the Comedy Mothership and has went viral for his Kill Tony appearance, and has since gathered an even bigger following online for his style of stand up comedy and sketches, reaching over 125 million views in the last 6 months. His style has been referred to as “cutesty wootsey fat shit” Peyton has opened for names such as Tim Dillon, Joe List, Ron White, Chris Distefano, Ari Shaffir, Ralph Barbosa, Craig Robinson, Harland Williams, Bret Ernst, Steph Tolev, Sam Tallent and Casey Rocket all while still maintaining his rockin’ hot bod.

Sydney Kane is an NY based actor/comedian. She is currently performing and working on her first comedy special, “Wife Material,” a one hour musical comedy. The show debuted and sold out in NYC in April and June 2025 and sold out its LA premiere in September 2025. It’s set for a two-night run in December at Littlefield in BK. Her single "Straight Passing Bi" is streaming on all music platforms. Sydney graduated from Pace University with a BFA in Musical Theatre (and lives to tell the tale.) Social: @sydneymorgankane website: www.sydneymorgankane.com

Billie is an LA based stand-up comedian, writer, and actress, who was the first openly Transgender cast member on Bravo’s VANDERPUMP RULES. She has opened on the road for Rosebud Baker (SNL), Trae Crowder, and Nico Carney and performed alongside Rosie O'Donnell, Kathy Griffin, Margaret Cho, and Ron Funches. Billie recently filmed a new comedy special with OnlyFans as part of their comedy standup comic series at The Ice House, where she regularly performs at. Currently, she is developing a new podcast with Bill Burr’s company All Things Comedy.

Milan Patel is an LA based stand-up comedian who just performed at the 2025 Netflix introducing Stand Up Showcase. He has been featured at the Netflix is a Joke Festival (2024), the Big Sky Comedy Festival (2024), and the Treefort Music Festival (2025). Milan recently booked a role in an upcoming Bandera animated series produced by Greg Daniels and Mike Judge, performed on Adam McKay’s climate change awareness show at Dynasty Typewriter, and opened for Chris Fleming at the Largo at the Coronet. He can regularly be seen at The Comedy Store and will next be performing at Flyover Comedy Festival in St. Louis.

Robin Montague is a standup comedian and comedy writer. She has written for numerous comedians, including Chris Rock, and she is a long-time writer for Emmy-winning daytime host Sherri Shepherd. She has appeared on multiple late night shows including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. In addition, she was a writer from the first season of HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, and her jokes were recently featured on NY Post’s Page Six. For over 15 years, Robin was the opening act for comedy icon legend Paul Mooney.

Singer-songwriter Sean Altman is “sharply witty” (Los Angeles Times), “relentlessly clever” (Chicago Tribune) and “bawdy with a wicked modern streak” (Washington Post). Altman is a founding member of Rockapella and led that pioneering vocal group on tour and on the Emmy-winning PBS-TV series, Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?, for which he co-wrote the famous theme song. Sean has shared stages with Billy Joel, Steve Miller, Joey Ramone, Whoopi Goldberg, Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, Jay Leno, Samantha Bee, and Jonathan Winters. His songs have been featured in dozens of TV shows, including The Daily Show, Fallon, Colbert, and Schoolhouse Rock. As half of The Everly Set (celebrating The Everly Brothers) and Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute, he and Jack Skuller have released two double albums and constantly tour the world.

Richard Sarvate is a stand-up comedian and the son of Indian immigrants, known for smart-but-salty contrarian takes on modern life. His material pulls from family, identity, and mental health, delivered with a playful edge and a knack for turning heavy topics into big laughs. He’s a regular voice on SiriusXM’s Raw Comedy Channel, with specials including Dry Bar’s Missed the Window and Bedroom Eyes on Amazon Prime. He’s also the creator of the viral TikTok series Night of the Living Karens.

Tyson is the fifth head since 1935 of the world-renowned Hayden Planetarium in New York City and the first occupant of its Frederick P. Rose Directorship. He is also a research associate of the Department of Astrophysics at the American Museum of Natural History.

Rayna Greenberg is an entertainer and podcaster best known as the co-host of the chart-topping comedy and relationship podcast Girls Gotta Eat. With over 150 million downloads and more than 200 sold-out live shows around the globe, the show has become a leading voice in relationship culture and the comedy space. She is now taking the stage with her solo tour, Honestly, It’s You - a deeply funny commentary on modern dating that promises to have audiences laughing, cringing, and walking out feeling a little more seen (plus maybe a bit revved up). Rayna has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The View, The Drew Barrymore Show, Tamron Hall and has been featured in Entrepreneur, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Elite Daily, Elle and more.

Deepak Chandran is an Indian stand-up comedian based in Singapore, performing to audiences around the world. Known for his technically sharp writing and deceptively calm delivery, he often starts with clever, structured observations before sliding into jokes about work, relationships, identity, and modern life’s quiet contradictions. He made his Netflix Asia debut in 2025, and his stand-up clips have racked up hundreds of millions of views across platforms. Deepak has built a massive following on Instagram and Twitter, where his short-form comedy consistently resonates with global audiences. Blending office humor, observational comedy, and personal insight, his style is smart, understated, and sharply relatable — comedy that feels effortless but lands with precision.

Samay Raina is an Indian stand-up comedian and YouTuber. He was the co-winner of the stand-up comedy contest Comicstaan 2 (2019). In 2024, he hosted the comedy talent show India's Got Latent.

Prashasti Singh is a rising star in the Indian standup comedy scene, known for her sharp wit, relatable humor, and captivating stage presence. A former engineering student turned comedian, Prashasti’s journey into the world of comedy is as intriguing as her performances. She first gained widespread recognition after her stellar performances on Amazon Prime Video’s “Comicstaan,” where her unique perspective and comedic timing won the hearts of audiences and judges alike. Prashasti’s comedy delves into the nuances of everyday life, drawing from her own experiences and observations. Her humor is a refreshing mix of clever insights and hilarious anecdotes that resonate with a diverse audience. Whether she’s discussing the quirks of Indian families, societal norms, or her own personal adventures, Prashasti’s relatable storytelling and down-to-earth personality make her a standout performer. Her ability to blend humor with meaningful commentary sets her apart in the competitive comedy landscape.

Bo Bigelow is a 25 year old comedian from the garden state, New Jersey, who blends stories about his childhood with his absurd goofy nature and delivery. He began his comedy career in Los Angeles, CA before returning back to the east coast after opening for Shang Forbes and exploring New York City comedy clubs. He has opened for Brian Posehn, Shang Forbes, Jeff Garlin, and Chris D’Elia, and has performed at numerous amazing comedy clubs across the nation, including the Laugh Factory, the Hollywood Improv, the Comedy Store, Rodneys Comedy Club, and Rumors comedy club in Winnepeg, Canada, as well as Don’t Tell’s across the greater NYC area and the Oncenter theater in Syracuse, NY.

Originally hailing from San Francisco, CA, Caitlin Peluffo is a comedian based in NYC. After a brief six year stint in art school studying performative video art (no, really…that’s a thing) Caitlin expanded her talents to the stage. She’s opened for comedians, Maria Bamford, Fortune Feimster, Matteo Lane, and Brian Regan. She’s been featured everywhere from the world famous Comedy Cellar in the Big Apple to clubs nationwide talking about how she came to be such a lovable loose cannon. Caitlin has been featured on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late Late Show with James Corden, 2022’s Just For Laughs Festival and has hosted her weekly podcast, Good Time Gal with Caitlin Peluffo for over two years. With Caitlin, no subject is off limits, however, she did make a promise to her mother that she would never, ever discuss that one time she took those ‘whorish, yet tastefully executed’ photos for a guy she used to bang in the military. She may be a patriot, but a promise is a promise.