Comedians
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.
Mohtasham is a New York based Comedian. Mohtasham was born and raised in Pakistan where he was a child actor on National Television for most of his early life. After moving to America, Mohtasham transitioned into the world of standup comedy following the paths of his comedy idols.
Mohtasham has been featured on Amazon Prime, Sirius XM (Raw Dog Channel and Kevin Hart’s LOL Channel), Funny or Die, NY Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, Red Clay Comedy Festival, Big Pine Comedy Festival (Best of the Fest Winner), Limestone Comedy Festival.
Mohtasham has opened for International Touring acts like Russell Peters (Netflix), Vir Das (Netflix), Akaash Singh (Flagrant 2 Podcast), Jimmy O’ Yang (Crazy Rich Asians), Dean Edwards (SNL), Chad Daniels (Amazon), Jon Dore (Humor Resources), and many more.
Maddy Kelly is a Canadian-born stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and producer based in New York City. Raised by an Irish father and an Indian mother, her perspective is singular, off-beat but widely relatable. Currently headlining in clubs all over the U.S., Kelly’s stand-up has been featured in The New Yorker, The New York Times, and Vulture, and has been recognized by The Webbys. She recently made her late-night debut on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon”. She also wrote for the political satire series “This Hour Has 22 Minutes,” appeared in CBC’s “The New Wave of Standup,” and was a 2023 “Just For Laughs New Face”.
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.
Jeff Joe is a towering figure in Houston's standup comedy scene, figuratively and literally. Originally from Port Arthur, he is also one of Houston's hardest working comedians. Since the start of his career he has been relentlessly hitting the stage with only one thing in mind, becoming one of the greats! And the greats are starting to ask for him: Jeff has opened for nationally known comedians such as Tony Roberts, Aida Rodriguez & Russell Peters. Jeff was recently featured on Russell Peter’s latest comedy special Russell Peters and Friends released New Years Eve. You can check out Jeff live in action at either of his weekly showcases in Houston, Punchline Sundays & Punchline Mondays at Axelrad Beer Garden.
Rachid has taped three comedy specials in his native French and has toured extensively all over the world, with over 1M tickets sold as of 2024. In 2017, Rachid performed in English for the first time at the Just For Laughs Festival and received the gala’s only standing ovation. He continued his English-speaking runs in 2024 when he was invited to perform at the Netflix is A Joke Fest in Los Angeles – after which he presented his 1-hour comedy special at the legendary Comedy Store. His sets have been filmed for All Access on CBC and for Kevin Hart’s LOL Network.
