Comedians
Peet Guercio is a former rock singer who got into comedy on a dare. Since then, his standup videos have over 200 million views and made him a breakout viral star.
His animated, infectious stage energy keeps the audience engaged and on their toes, never knowing where he’ll go next.
Danny Palumbo is a comedian and writer living in Los Angeles. He has appeared on Fuse's Uproarious, TruTV, and Kevin Hart's LOL Network. He has been heard on NPR and featured on ABC News and the AV Club. He also writes about food for the Austin Chronicle, LA Weekly, Eater, The Takeout, and LA Mag. Danny started stand up comedy in the french fry littered sewers of Pittsburgh, where he learned exactly how to hold a microphone. A few years later he moved to Austin, Texas to learn how to move the mic stand. In Austin, Danny quickly became a mainstay. In 2015, he won the 30th annual Funniest Person in Austin contest. That same year, Vulture named Danny one of the top up-and-coming comedians outside of NY and LA. In 2016, he was chosen as a New Face at the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Danny has also been selected to perform at the Moontower Comedy Festival and the Big Sky Comedy Festival. Affable, honest, and unpredictable - Danny is a fantastic joke writer and skilled story teller. His style of comedy has landed him gigs in comedy clubs across the country. He tours frequently, but Los Angeles is his home.
Jay Light is a comedian based in Los Angeles, CA. He has performed on Comedy Central and HBO, at festivals worldwide including SXSW and Edinburgh Fringe, and at clubs, colleges, and rehabs across America. He has also written for TV shows including Historical Roasts on Netflix, Legends of the Hidden Temple on The CW, BattleBots on Discovery, and MasterChef on Fox. His debut comedy album “Good Guy With A Gun” was released by All Things Comedy and reached #1 on the iTunes comedy charts.
"Born in Atlanta, GA, matured in San Francisco, and now residing in New York City, Jill Weiner is a comedian and writer. Jill participated in the Come and Take it Festival in Houston, TX, placed second in the Trial by Laughter comedy festival, and has performed at the Boston Comedy Festival. She co-produces and co-hosts a weekly, standing-room-only comedy show in Williamsburg called Laf Dance Saloon. She is also the first female champion of the New York City based roast battle, Comedy Fight Club and produces and co-hosts the hilarious and informative podcast, WikiFreakz.
When not on stage you can catch Jill slurping soup at one of New York’s hottest diners."
Matt Benjamin was born in Detroit, Michigan. Now based in New York City, he performs his sarcastic routine wherever he can. Benjamin has performed in multiple comedy festivals around the country, including: Red Clay and West End in Atlanta, Blue Whale in Tulsa, and Lookout in Chattanooga. During the summer of 2020, he was featured on NBC Chicago for his role in helping the Chicago Blackhawks find their new famous goal song in 2008. When he’s not on stage, he’s writing commercials as an Ad Man.
Alvin Kuai is a Nobel Prize-winning sex symbol who spends his free time curing impoverished children of their river blindness. When he's not giving away millions of dollars to charity, he can be found performing stand-up comedy.
Alvin is based in New York City where he is a regular at the Comedy Cellar, New York Comedy Club, and West Side Comedy Club. He was featured twice in the New York Comedy Festival, in 2021 as "Comic to Watch" and 2019 as "Best of New Talent." He was selected to perform at SF Sketchfest 2022 and the 2021 Red Clay Comedy Festival. He was also a finalist in the 2019 Devil Cup. He has over 200K followers across social media platforms and currently tours the country headlining various comedy venues
Comedians Greg Stone and Dan Harumi have united together to present the World the gift of funky beats, lyrics that slap, and the soundtrack for when the planet is run by robots... and the birds will be the only ones left to save us.
Hoodo Hersi is a Toronto-based comedian currently writing on A24/Amazon’s Untitled Ramy Youssef Animated show. Since being selected as a New Face: Canada at the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and being selected as one of CBC’s 15 Comics to Watch, Hoodo has performed in clubs and festivals all over Canada and the United States, including the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and the BBC World Service Montreal Comedy Show where both of her performances aired on the CBC, She was also selected as an Audible New Voice at SF Sketchfest, and performed with Hasan Minhaj, Lil Rel Howery, Chris Redd, Gina Yashere, Roy Wood Jr., Nicole Byer, and Maria Bamford, among others. She also had the distinct honors of hosting the TEDxToronto Conference and featuring in Sephora’s national “Get Lippie” lipstick campaign in partnership with Fashion Magazine, where she was profiled as one of the three Female Comedians Taking Canada by Storm Right Now.
Billy Wayne Davis is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and host. He is originally from Crossville, TN and has been touring the United States for close to ten years. He has worked with well-known comics such as Colin Quinn, Lisa Lampanelli, Louis C.K., and Mitch Hedberg.
Hanna Dickinson is a NYC/LA-based comedian, actress, and writer. She is a head writer and performer on Comedy Central’s social team. She also serves as the content director for Almost Friday Media’s new Instagram account @Rally.Queens. Hanna was awarded a Webby Award for "Comedy Central: Stand-Up For Your Mental Health Livestream," a stand-up showcase in which she served as writer and host. You can watch both of her "Comedy Central Stand-Up Featuring" sets on YouTube. "Get Money" is Comedy Central’s first scripted Snapchat series in which Hanna created and starred. Her 30-minute special is available on EPIX. Be sure to catch her in Ronny Chieng’s upcoming Hulu pilot.
Joey Avery is a comedian on the rise headlining comedy clubs across the world. He was featured on the Don’t Tell Comedy “Batting Cage Series” and Season 10 of Comedy Central’s Featuring with clips from each appearance achieving viral success. He has quickly amassed an online following through a mix of improvised standup and precise material. His first album debuted at #1 on iTunes and he was featured twice in the San Francisco Chronicle as one of the Bay Area’s top comics before moving to New York. He has featured for Andrew Schulz, Mark Normand, Trevor Wallace, Shane Gillis and other staples of the comedy scene.
Ontonio Kareem is a comedian, writer, actor and a rising stars of the comedy world . Ontonio’s awkward upbringing in Chicago is to blame for his uniquely introspective and subdued style on stage. His unique comedy has gained national attention, allowing him to tour nationally with Chris Redd Janelle James, Roy Wood Jr., and Craig Robinson. Ontonio currently performs at comedy festivals all over the country (Laughfest in Grand Rapids, Oak City in Raleigh, World Comedy Expo, Flyover Fest in St. Louis) and can be seen producing his monthly sketch/stand-up show Lowkey Funny at Laugh Factory Chicago.
After finishing a degree in Chemistry, Meghan realized she had no interest in a career in science and began pursuing comedy full time. Since then, she has grown into a comedian who blends dark yet relatable humor with engaging crowdwork. She has been featured in the New York Comedy Festival, Hoboken Comedy Festival, and was a semi-finalist for Stand-Up NBC. You can see her performing nightly in New York City and the surrounding area and hear her as one of the hosts of the Somewhat Scientific podcast.
Sahib Singh is a rising star of the Baltimore/D.C. stand-up scene. He has performed at clubs and colleges across the East Coast, and in 2019, he won the Magooby’s New Comedian of the Year competition. His original videos have earned him a strong following on social media, and in 2021, he worked as a writer and performer at Comedy Central. His work has been featured on the CBS Comedy Showcase and the digital series AS SEEN ON ADULT SWIM. Currently he’s been on the road opening for various comics such as Mark Normand, Nimesh Patel, Stavros Halkias, and Hasan Minhaj.
Hi, I’m Nathan and I’m going to tell you about myself in the third person.
Nathan Orton tells jokes and people laugh at them. You will laugh at his jokes. Or him. This is a guarantee. Come watch him so when he’s famous, you can be like, “Hey, I’ve seen that guy” and then hopefully go on to have a nice evening.
Also, he might not become famous because he’s a white guy, and they’ve had their time! All white guys are one person. (Sarcasm)
Oh yeah… he’s written for Comedy Central, is a regular on the Real Ass Podcast, headlines a lot, and usually wins comedy competitions when he’s in them.
But his best quality is his modesty.
Joseph Rosenzweig is a Texas-born comic who's performed across half the country (the good half, whichever you like more), and currently lives and performs mostly in NYC. He regularly performs with Radar New York and UG Comedy. He's a founding member of Mayhem Comedy Inc. His weekly podcast, The Rosenzwag Podcast, is host to many New York comedians. He has performed at almost every club in NYC, and can be seen on stage or through the windows of his apartment if you're determined enough.
Born and raised in the slums of Brooklyn; Ryhaad has always stand out with his family, friends, peers with his humor. He performed in clubs throughout the NY as well as other states. He opened for big names Sean Patton, Janeane Garofalo etc. As he said many times as his closer he wants you to “Stay Black”.
JC Mendoza is an NYC based Standup Comedian. He has been featured on Will Ferrell’s “Funny Or Die” network and in the 2021 Red Clay Comedy Festival in Atlanta, GA. This Cuban & Puerto Rican Prince of Comedy hits the stage with high energy, quick wit, and 2 decades worth of unresolved family trauma.
Seattle International Comedy Competition semifinalist, 2022
American Black Film Festival: Comedy Wings, 2022
2018 winner: Devil Cup
Comedy Dynamics: Coming to the Stage
Tocarra Elise is a comedian, writer, and actress based in New York City most known for her work as a writer on the Emmy-nominated show "The Problem with Jon Stewart" on Apple TV+. She was also a correspondent on the show's companion, webby-award winning podcast. Tocarra was a featured performer at the 2022 Limestone Comedy Festival in Bloomington, Indiana, and is a Special Correspondent on the Glamorous Trash Podcast With Chelsea Devantez. She has opened for Irene Tu, James Adomian, Shannon Fiedler, and Blair Socci. You can catch Tocarra performing at comedy clubs and the finest breweries across the US. Follow her on social media @TocarraElise.
Collin Chamberlin is a talented and experienced comedian based in New York. Known for his clean and quick wit, he specializes in sharing amusing family stories from his upbringing in Pittsburgh. His conversational style and impeccable timing create a friendly and relatable atmosphere, making his performances feel like a hilarious conversation with a close friend. Collin's comedic repertoire covers a range of topics, including his fascination with fast food and humorous anecdotes about living with his grandfather. His passion for comedy has led him to perform in various venues across the country and he's even willing to go the extra mile (for gas money, of course) to bring laughter to different audiences. Collin has established himself as a regular at Comedy Clubs in New York City and other locations. He's had the honor of performing at renowned venues such as The Comedy & Magic Club, Pittsburgh Improv, Helium Comedy Club as well as Caroline's on Broadway. His first headline performance at Caroline's was a significant achievement, especially given the club's history and alumni. One of his favorite appearances occurred when he performed at The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, a prestigious event held at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. This recognition from his peers in the comedy industry was a highlight. Collin's comedic talent has not gone unnoticed and he has had the privilege of sharing the stage with some of the legends of comedy like Steve Martin and Martin Short. Collin is regularly requested by some of the nations best and well known headliners, who bring him back over and over again. In the last year Collin has worked with Ryan Hamilton, Jessica Kirson, Adam Ferrara and John Heffron. Collin most recently recorded a Dry Bar Special - "Cake For Breakfast", which will be airing soon and was featured by Don't Tell Comedy. Additionally he appeared at the 2024 Netflix Is A Joke Comedy Festival alongside Jessica Kirson and Ryan Hamilton. His debut album, "Hello, It's Me," launched very strongly, reaching number 2 on both iTunes and Amazon charts. His material is also regularly featured on Sirius XM, showcasing the widespread appeal of his comedy. Collin Chamberlin's career in comedy is marked by a combination of talent, hard work, and a genuine ability to connect with people through laughter. His performances bring joy to audiences, and his contributions to the comedy scene continue to be appreciated by fans and fellow comedians alike.
Daniel Geneen is a Toronto-born comic and video maker who can be seen all over New York City or in his Emmy-nominated YouTube show ‘Dan Does’. Dan likes restaurants, bad action movies, and steam rooms.
Chicago based, Kevin has been seen on Comedy Central, NBC’s Last Comic Standing and his Dry Bar internet videos has amassed over 30 million views.
Salma Hindy is a first-generation Egyptian-Canadian Comedian, Writer, Actor and Performer who has recently moved to New York City. Salma has opened for Ken Jeong, Ramy Youssef, Beth Stelling, and most recently was a regular opener on Chelsea Handler's Peoples Choice Awards Winning Tour: Vaccinated & Horny. Salma will be opening for Chelsea on her new tour, Little Big Bitch, in late December. Salma is currently voicing a Series Regular character on Golden Globe Winner Ramy Youssef's new A24/Amazon adult animated series, #1 Happy Family. She has written for CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes. Salma is currently developing her own half-hour scripted comedy series with Crave (Bell media). Salma's debut comedy album, Born on 9/11 has received rave reviews on Hype Magazine, The Star, Comedy Cake, Patron and Pearl and The Manitoban. You can watch Salma on New Faces at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, CBC's Laugh Out Loud, CBC Gem's "New Wave of StandUp" , Comedy Night with Rick Mercer, CTV’s Stand Up with Jon Dore and Seasons 1 & 2 of Roast Battle Canada (which she was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for). Salma has her own episode on True Dating Stories where she chronicles going on a blind date chaperoned by her Imam father. She has also given a TEDx talk about her emotional journey in breaking away from her religious family and pursuing comedy, titled "Why People Pleasing is Hurting You."
Dave Yates is a Los Angeles based writer, comedian & actor whose humor can be described as "a mix of wit and whimsy" as he details his adventures through life. Dave performs Stand Up Comedy nationally while also selling his wildly successful Halla Hot Sauce. He is a current staff writer for Dumpster Fire with Bridget Phetasy and former cohost of the recovery centered, 12 Questions Podcast.
His TV appearances include Amazon's Laugh After Dark, Rain Wilson's SoulPancake Network and Kendra On Top on WeTV. He has appeared nationally in comedy festivals including SLO Comedy Fest and the prestigious Gilda's LaughFest. In addition, Dave's highly regarded album "One Long Merch Pitch" is on regular rotation on SiriusXM!
