Comedians


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.
Shannon Fiedler is a comedian, writer and content creator in New York City. Known for her relatable — albeit exaggerated — social media presence, Shannon heightens her comedic realism with a dash of the absurd, distilling ordinary situations into their most entertaining essence. Shannon's content has been featured on BuzzFeed, Barstool, CBS, Overheard New York, Betches, and Gratzia.
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.
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!
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 has regularly performed standup comedy in NYC since 2018 and has appeared on HBO’s “Game Theory with Bomani Jones” and "The Dean Obeidallah Show" on SiriusXM. He's performed on a regional stage throughout the Northeast as well as Los Angeles. His festival appearances include the 2019 Meadowlands Comedy Festival, 2022 Sixth City Comedy Festival, 2022 Portland Maine Comedy Festival, 2022 Finger Lakes Comedy Festival, and the 2023 Burbank Comedy festival where he was named "Best of the Fest".
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.
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.
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.
Jordan hails from Louisville, KY and has been doing stand up comedy since 2019. In addition to stand up, he is an actor seen recently in a commercial for Optimum. He also writes and produces sketches that can be viewed on his instagram: jordanjadams.