Comedians
Haitian Canadian comedian Che Durena was born and raised in British Columbia and is based in Toronto after spending time performing standup in Mexico. He is known for his work as a host and writer for My Most Amazing Top 10 (over 7.6 million subscribers) and he has amassed a social media following of over 7 million with over 197 million likes on his viral TikTok rants and commentary. Che has appeared on JFL All Access, Comedy Network, CraveTV, and recently dropped his debut comedy album Tales From My Butthole. His comedy offers an absurd angle on his experiences living abroad and his perception of matters like culture, race, relationships and drugs. Che has worked with brands like Coors Light, Herb, Vapen and many more. Catch him on tour in a city near you!
Sienna Hubert-Ross is a New York-based comic, actor, and writer originally from Boston, MA. She can be seen in a multitude of films, including "She Came From The Woods" (released in theaters in 2023), the upcoming feature "Love Bomb", and the Netflix comedy "Almost Love". You can catch her nightly at the best comedy clubs across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the New England area.
Lili Michelle is an NYC based Iranian comedian originally from Toronto. She unfortunately roots for the Raptors. Lili was named one of The New York Comedy Festival’s 2021 ‘Comics to Watch.’ You can catch Lili on season 5 of HBOMax’s hit series, SEARCH PARTY. She has been featured as one of Vulture’s “Best Up and Coming Stand Ups” and has been on Sirius XM, Elite Daily, Buzzfeed, Vice, Huff Post, and Document Journal. Lili also regularly opens for Shane Gillis on the road. You can find Lili online @lilsmichelle and at every bodega in New York buying Ketchup Chips.
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."
Jesse Eigner is a NYC based comic who has been featured on Good Day New York. Jesse recently made it to the final 3 out 131 comedians in the Last Comix Standing Competition at Mohegan Sun. Jesse has also performed at the Asheville Comedy Festival, San Diego Comedy Festival and the Sacramento Comedy festival. Jesse produces a monthly standup showcase called Giggles N’ Cream which was listed in Timeout as one of the best free comedy shows in NYC.
Keith Chase is a comedian based in NYC since 2018. He has appeared on HBO’s “Game Theory with Bomani Jones” and was featured in the 2022 Sixth City, Portland Maine, and Finger Lakes Comedy Festivals.
Bonnie Q is a New York City based comedian, impersonator and actor originally from New Jersey. Her stand-up most notably features celebrity impressions, comedic song parodies and her signature quick wit. Bonnie Q’s credits include opening for Craig Shoemaker at Raleigh Improv, New York Comedy Festival, Stand Up NY’s Chosen Comedy Festival, Leicester Comedy Festival, Chris Gethard Presents and co-writing for “The Peoples News Show” with Ali Farahnakian (Saturday Night Live). She hosts multiple shows and mics at NYCC including That’s My Q!, Hot Topic, Q Lab and sQuirrel Friends: A Womens’ & LGBTQIA+ open mic. Bonnie Q is a board member of The Ladies of Comedy Association and also hosts and produces their monthly LOCA Industry Showcase. Follow her on Instagram/TikTok/Twitter @bonnieqcomedy
V. Lince is a comedian from New York City and Long Island native, her humble upbringing and immigrant background makes her a crowd favorite. She has graced the stage at some of the hottest shows for up and coming comics, from Nighttrain with Wyatt Cenac in NYC to The 1AM Secret show Atlanta, but also featured at a few of America's funniest comedy festivals including Women in Comedy Festival and recently appeared at the Treefort Music Festival in Boise, ID. Catch up with all the funny and other fun stuff over at vlincecomedy.com
Shatha Yas is a comedian, actor, and writer raised in Palestine and based in NYC. Shatha can be seen performing standup around NY at Gotham Comedy Club, Stress Factory, The Stand Comedy Club, Eastville Comedy Club and many more! Her solo show, I Did Something in Palestine, debuted at Soho Playhouse in May 2022, and was selected as a finalist for the 2022 Yes And... Laughter Lab.
Brian Elberg is a stand up comedian out of New York City. His stand up focuses on my life as a teacher in New York City public schools.
Brandon Barrera is a New York comedian originally from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. By telling unique and funny stories about himself, Brandon's goal is to leave an audience feeling as if they’ve known him their entire lives.
Lauren Festa is a New York based writer and comedian. She performs regularly throughout the tri-state area and was recently selected to perform at the 2022 DC, Finger Lakes, and Fly Over Comedy Festivals. Her original work and videos have been featured by HuffPost, US Weekly, and Buzzfeed and you can follow her @lfest.
"Chris Metcalfe (bro bro/my guy) definitely not, not handsome, but not quite hot enough to be unfunny. Optimistically self-deprecating and cheerfully twisted, this woke 'bro bro’ from NJ will swoon your mom and have your dad wishing his real son was Chris Metcalfe.For years his standup has been dividing rooms and reuniting families all over the country! So bring the kids or an estranged loved one for some real LIVE LAUGH LOVE style comedy.
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Miss Lissa is a traveling comedian, host, actor and writer from New York City.
For over 12 years, Melissa 'Miss Lissa' Finney has been building the "Miss Lissa Knows" brand. From interviewing celebrities and covering events, to performing in various comedy clubs across the country. Miss Lissa has worked as on-air talent for Vibe Magazine, TMZ, and iOne Digital. In addition, Miss Lissa has been featured in the New York Comedy Festival (2022) (2023)
Miss Lissa draws audiences in with her hilarious stories and stands out because of her witty style and dramatic delivery.
Kevin Hurley is a New York based comedian originally from Philadelphia and the Co-Founder of the comedy collective Comedy Mob. He is a winner of the Stress Factory March Madness Competition and was featured on Comedy Central’s “Comics to Watch”. Kevin is a very unique blend of likable, jerk, and goofy.
Nonye Brown-West is a New York-based Nigerian-American comedian and writer. She has been featured in the Boston Globe as a Comic to Watch, as well as in NPR, PBS, ABC, Sway In The Morning, and the New York Comedy Festival. Nonye made her acting debut in The Sympathy Card, now available for streaming on Vudu, Apple, Amazon, and Google Play.
Nick Tilleli is a NYC based comedian. He is climbing the ranks as one of New York Cities emerging young talents. He is the winner of the 2017 Broadway Comedy Club Summer Festival. First place winner of 2019 Long Island 8 round Laugh off. He head lined New York Comedy Festivals showcase in Staten Island! You can follow him @nicktilleli on instagram!
Katie Heneghan is a former nanny (comedian for children) turned recent comedian for adults in New York City.
NICOLE AIMEE SCHREIBER can be seen on LIGHTS OUT WITH DAVID SPADE and is perhaps best recognized as one of the stars of Oxygen’s FUNNY GIRLS. She recently recorded standup for Netflix Is A Joke Radio and taped for Comedy Central’s This Week At The Comedy Cellar. She featured for Dave Attell on his latest headlining tour, as well as for Dave Attell and Jeff Ross on their Bumping Mics tour. Previously, she hosted a show on Reese Witherspoon’s HELLO SUNSHINE media network; appeared in shows on networks such as HBO, Hulu, and Comedy Central; and is featured in the Comedy Dynamics documentary POOP TALK. Nicole Aimee is a Paid Regular at The Comedy Store, Comedy Cellar, Laugh Factory, and Hollywood Improv.
Hailing from Omaha Nebraska, Zach Braviette is a dauntless comedian known for his unflinching comedic style. Wielding his midwest charm, he excels at finding fun in the taboo and remarkable in the mundane.
He has performed at the New York comedy festival and can be heard behind the camera on the You Know What Dude podcast hosted by Robert Kelly. He has worked with comedians such as Judah Friedlander, Adrienne Iapalucci, and Seaton Smith. No matter the location or the size, Zach is always eager and enthusiastic to leave a lasting impression on stage.
Liam Dalton is a New York City based comedian, actor and writer, born and raised in Queens. His conversational style mixes observational humor with personal stories of growing up the only boy in a big Irish Catholic household. Fresh off of performing on Bert Kreischer’s “Fully Loaded“ cruise, Liam performed on the Impractical Jokers cruise and the Netflix is a Joke comedy festival in Los Angeles. He has opened for big acts like Mark Normand, Rachel Feinstein and Cipha Sounds. He just finished his stint as a radio personality on New York radio station 94.7 the block. When he’s not touring the country or seas, Liam performs all over New York City and uploads sketches to his social media daily.
Jess Feeney is a stand-up comedian and musical comic based in New York City. Her cutting perspective on life and love as a member of the LGBTQ community has entertained audiences in comedy clubs and music venues for almost a decade. She’s been featured on several comedy festivals including the 202 Comedy Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, The New York Comedy Music Festival, The Fifth Borough Comedy Festival and Skankfest. You may have heard her appear on such popular podcasts as Jim Norton and Sam Roberts, Zac Amico’s Midnight Spook Show and The Loud Boys. She is also a regular on New York Comedy Club’s “Roast Battle” and was a semi-finalist in their 2019 Summer Tournament.
Michael Terry is a stand up comedian and writer based in Brooklyn. He’s featured on two national tours, performs at New York Comedy Club and produces Soup of the Day, a monthly comedy show that runs in both Brooklyn and Toronto. His writing has appeared in ESPN, Vice, and In These Times.