Comedians


Laura Sogar is a former professional swimmer who failed to make the Olympics and handles it by telling jokes on the streets of NYC. She runs a podcast Risque Business News where she talks shit about the business world and hosts Don’t Tell Comedy a “secret” comedy show featuring top talent from across the city.
Ari can be seen touring all over either by himself or opening for comedians such as Michael Kosta, Andrew Santino, Dan Soder, Erik Griffin, Mark Normand, Theo Von, and Pauly Shore. He has performed in many Comedy Festivals including The Laughing Skull, Big Pine, Laugh Your Asheville Off, and Kaaboo. His comedy has been featured on MTV’s Greatest Party Stories Ever, Gabriel Iglesias’s Stand-Up Revolution on SiriusXM, Nerdist, FunnyOrDie, Cracked, Medium, College Humor, &TBS.
Molly Densmore is a comic, actor and writer hailing from Woodstock, NY. Her credits include principal roles in movies on HBO and Amazon, national and international commercials and Off-Broadway. She produces and performs stand up all over NYC and her comedy style was once dubbed "dirty vaudeville" (which is literally what burlesque is. She doesn't do burlesque...yet...but appreciates the art form.) Beating her gym teacher in a tetherball match in third grade remains her greatest accomplishment.
My stand-up has been featured on Sirius XM, the RISK! podcast, in the Boston Comedy Festival, the Cleveland Comedy Festival, Out of Bounds Comedy Festival, Cape Fear Comedy Festival, and the North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival. I’ve been an actor in sketches for College Humor, IFC, Funny or Die, MTV.com, and Distractify (one of which ended up on the Today show). I’ve written for College Humor, McSweeney’s, The Onion News Network on IFC, Someecards (where I was the Ecards Editor for over a year), TL;DR Wikipedia, Reader’s Digest, and a couple web series you’ve never heard of that paid me with checks that said, verbatim: “Cheese Jokes.” I was an “Adjunct Scholar” for Lapham’s Quarterly, created the Better Book Titles blog and wrote my own humor book for Penguin in 2012 called How Not to Read: Harnessing the Power of a Literature-Free Life and AM Universal put out another collection from the blog called Never Flirt With Puppy Killers in 2016.
Adam Nate Levine is an NYC-based comic by way of Chicago. The Ohio-born comic blends Midwest sensibility with a vintage New York Jewish sense of humor, creating a comedy style best described as a rabbi that knows how to make gentiles laugh. He has performed at top festivals, including the Whale City Comedy Festival, Comedy Mob Festival, and Jersey City Comedy Festival. In Brooklyn, he hosts A Fistful of Jokes, a weekly show that keeps audiences coming back for more. A talented writer and actor, Adam has contributed to The Onion. In 2024, he acted in three short films—Lost in the Dream, Stalling (which he also wrote), and House of Sugar. His pilot, Shul’s Out, a mockumentary about a synagogue, was featured in the prestigious Austin Film Festival, highlighting his skills as a comedy writer beyond the stage.
Kitty Reynolds is an Irish-Italian stand-up comedian and writer based in NYC whose friendly demeanor is a misdirect for her dark and perhaps angry humor. DC politico turned comic, she has over 2.3M views on TikTok and has performed at all major NYC comedy clubs. Most recently, she’s opened for Moses Storm and is a regular host on Mondays at Fat Black Pussy Cat (Comedy Cellar),
Has appeared At Broadway comedy club, regularly performs for Homebrewed comedy all over upstate NY, and has been featured on Nervous Laughter.
Lissa Lenis is a bold and unapologetic comedic voice straight out of Queens, NY. Her sharp wit and fearless humor tackle everything from growing up as a fat Latina to navigating dating apps, generational trauma, and family dynamics with her signature sarcastic flair. Featured on Vice TV, the Decisions Decisions podcast, Hannah on the Street, Subway Takes, and NewYorkers. Lissa's humor combines biting social commentary with the kind of gossip that feels like you're laughing with your favorite cousin. She’s performed at the New York Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, and the Alaska B4UDIE Comedy Festival. Beyond the stage, her writing has been featured in MassAppeal, Timeout NY, and The New York Times. Lissa has opened for comedy heavyweights like Marcello Hernandez, Gina Brillon, and many others. With roots in Queens and a voice that’s both relatable and refreshing, she’s bringing her unique perspective and big laughs to audiences nationwide.
Shivani Davé is an NYC-based, Indian-American stand up comic and writer from Boston. She performs at all the top clubs around NYC and the country, and hosts the successful “Top 5 Comedy” show. She has featured in national festivals like the New York Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival, and is a 2024 Ladies of Laughter finalist. Shivani has opened for well known comics like Dave Attell, Gary Gulman, and Bonnie McFarlane. Prior to her burgeoning comedy endeavors, Shivani was Division 1 tennis player and a corporate lickspittle in the healthcare technology industry. She started her comedy career writing sketch (at Magnet Theatre) and screenplays, which have been recognized in major festivals, such as the Atlanta Film Festival.
Alexa Loftus is a writer, actor, and stand-up comedian from Southern Illinois. Her love of film and TV began at her hometown video store that was circus-themed and run by literal clowns. While that store met an untimely end, her passion for the artform endured. She is currently a writer on the Emmy-nominated "The Problem with Jon Stewart" on Apple TV+ and performs her punchline-driven stand-up all over New York and Los Angeles.
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. "
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.
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!