Comedians


Matt Koff is a stand-up comedian and writer for The Daily Show With Trevor Noah. He also won an Emmy for his work at The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Matt’s standup has appeared on Comedy Central and History. Find him on Twitter at @mattkoff and his Donald Trump parody account, @TrumpComedyNerd. Learn about his upcoming shows and other fun things at mattkoff.net.
Featured on Late Show w/ Stephen Colbert
Jay Jurden is a New York-based comedian, writer, and actor. Originally from Mississippi, Jay regularly performs comedy all over the country, and is currently a Staff Writer for Apple TV+'s Emmy-nominated show, "The Problem With Jon Stewart". Jay has performed on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" twice and has also been seen on "The Late Late Show with James Corden", "Comedy Central Featuring", "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert", and HBO’s "High Maintenance".
Rob Christensen is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor who was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY – when it was still dangerous. Rob’s unique humor is smart, self-reflective, spirited, and informed by his experiences back in Brooklyn as an illegal graffiti artist, raver, and, eventually, a U.S. Air Force Sergeant. Overall, Rob is generally known as a bad-ass ruffian, which does not preclude him from regularly cuddling with baby animals. Rob had one of the best sets of his life taping "This is Not Happening" for Comedy Central and one of the best weekends of his life taping "Adam Devine's House Party", also for Comedy Central. He had one of the worst sets of his life taping "Last Comic Standing" for NBC, where Roseanne Barr told him, “I didn’t like you from the moment I saw you.”
Myka Fox is a NYC comedian, writer, and radio personality known for her quick, off-the-cuff style and sharply written jokes. She currently writes for Comedy Central and Spike networks, has contributed for Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update, and maintains a forceful presence on Twitter and Facebook. Myka's safe word is "Cosby."
Emily Walsh is a comedian who performs nightly in bars and comedy clubs across New York City. Originally from Boston, MA, Emily moved to New York City after college to pursue her dream of painting scenery for theatre, film and television. She still paints because comedy doesn’t provide healthcare. Emily recently headlined a sold out Stand Up NY as part of their Headliner Series. She won 1st place in the Comedy Mob Festival at Stand Up NY in 2018, with 200+ comedian submissions, 2nd place in the She Devil Comedy Festival in 2019 at Broadway Comedy Club, and has been named Comic of the Week on Jackie Kashian and Laurie Kilmartin’s podcast the Jackie and Laurie Show. Festival credits include HBO’s Women in Comedy Festival, Gilda’s Laughfest, the Out of Bounds Festival in Austin, and the Cape Fear Comedy Festival, Oak City Comedy Festival, Maine Comedy Festival, and the Rogue Island Comedy Festival. She hosts and coproduces a bi-monthly show in the East Village called Keeping It Fresh as well as coproducing a show called Isn’t She Funny every week in Brooklyn. Her mom is very supportive of her comedy, and really wants her to write a tv show called “Lady Seinfeld.” So look out for that.
Marcus Monroe is an NYC based comedian. He is the winner of the prestigious Andy Kaufman Award and his show is a Time Out NY and a 4x New York Times Critics’ Pick. Marcus recently performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival gaining numerous five-star reviews and was chosen as the Evening Standard’s Pick Of The Fringe. Other notable performances include Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, SF Sketchfest, the New York Comedy Festival, and even an appearance on the Late Show. His off-beat delivery and playful crowd work make him one of the most exciting comedians to watch.
Sean Kanan is an American actor, producer, author and TV host, best known for his portrayals of A. J. Quartermaine on General Hospital, Deacon Sharpe on The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless, Mike Barnes in The Karate Kid Part III, and Sam Steven on Studio City.
Beau McDowell is a stand-up comedian and former co-host of the "Losers with a Dream" podcast alongside comedy legend Lisa Lampanelli. Beau performs regularly on the East Coast, and is known for his big personality, big stature, and even bigger sense of humor about his former struggles with substance abuse, family codependency, and his search for self-acceptance. Beau’s ability to approach serious, and sometimes heartbreaking, experiences with levity and warmth differentiate him as a comedian on the rise with something new to say. Find him on Instagram @beaumcdowellcomedy!
Kimberly Dinaro is a Brooklyn-based writer and comedian whose writing has been featured in Someecards, Betches, Reductress and more. She's the co-host of a musical comedy and variety show called "Left Breast Comedy" at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn and has performed at New York Comedy Festival, San Diego Comedy Festival, Burbank Comedy Festival and more.
Alyssa Goggi started out hosting and writing for a late night talk show at Quinnipiac University, where she received a Bachelors degree in Film, Video, and Interactive Media. After graduation, she attended The Second City Chicago, and The Upright Citizen's Brigade NYC. She then went on to standup and has opened for comedians such as Damon Wayans, Craig Robinson, Hannah Berner, Jenny Slate, Colin Quinn, Kevin Nealon, Brad Williams, Jessica Kirson, Deon Cole, Michael Rapaport, Trey Kennedy, Marlon Wayans, Taylor Tomlinson, Che Durena, John Crist, etc. Her most recent credits are headlining Fairfield Comedy Club, Hartford Funny Bone, Comedy Connection RI, and The Stress Factory Comedy Club. She’s also known for going viral with over 50K social media followers for her relatable love of Crab Rangoon and donuts.
Ray Zawodni is a New York City comedian who over the past decade, has entertained audiences all over the country with hilarious tales about his dysfunctional family, his party animal lifestyle and his train-wreck of a dating life. He is a regular feature act at the Improv and Funnybone Comedy Clubs across the country. Before moving to NYC, he was a regular on the critically acclaimed WDVE Morning Show in his hometown of Pittsburgh. Ray has appeared on Sirius XM and is a sketch writer and producer on CBS’ FanNation. You can catch him every week on the Brand New Jerks Podcast.
Maddie Wiener is a stand-up comedian with a style described as “irreverent humor… with a streak of brazenness,” and “abrasive and likeable at the same time". Maddie was selected as a “New Face” at the 2021 Just for Laughs Festival, and filmed a stand-up set for Comedy Central. She has appeared on "You Up" with Nikki Glaser on SiriusXM, was a 2018 semi-finalist for "StandUp NBC". On the road, she has opened for Dave Attell, Nikki Glaser, Robert Kelly, and Joe List. She also went to NACA Nationals, and is currently headlining colleges across the US. You can hear her on the podcast "We’re Having Gay Sex", which she co-hosts with Ashley Gavin. Find her on Instagram @maddietwiener! TikTok Rabbit Comedy Central
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.
Adam Gilbert is happy to see you. The Fort Wayne native cut his teeth in the midwest alternative comedy circuit, opening for touring comics such as Doug Stanhope, Robert Kelly, Todd Barry, and Brian Posehn. A Chicago transplant, he has performed at the Laugh Factory, Zanies, and Comedians You Should Know. Adam was a featured performer at the Limestone Comedy Festival and was featured in Pique Magazine.
Tocarra Mallard is a New York-based comedian, writer, and actress known for her work on "The Problem With Jon Stewart" on Apple TV+ and the show’s companion podcast. In 2022 she was a featured performer at the Limestone Comedy Festival.
Collin Chamberlin is a New York based comedian who’s been entertaining audiences for years. His quick wit and family stories about growing up in Pittsburgh will make anyone laugh. His conversational delivery and timing make you feel like you’re talking to a friend. His debut album, “Hello, It’s Me” with Helium Comedy Records, opened at number 2 on iTunes and Amazon. He’s had the privilege to perform in some of the most iconic venues in the country, including The Comedy and Magic Club, and Caroline’s on Broadway where he recently headlined. He also recently performed on the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival at the National Comedy Center. Collin’s material has been heard regularly on Sirius XM. He’ll talk about his obsession with fast food or rooming with his grandfather anywhere, as long as there’s gas money and a microphone. Just ask him about the high school prom he ruined. He’s shared the stage with some of the best comedians working, including Steve Martin and Martin Short!
Kendall Ketchum is an actor and stand-up comedian who hails from the Mississippi Delta and is currently located in New York City. She has been performing in clubs throughout NYC for 15 years. Her unique brand of Mississippi-meets-New-York comedy is a combination of stand up and storytelling with her signature southern charm. Kendall has headlined across the country including Caroline’s on Broadway. Additional credits include performing for the Air Force Reserve and performing at NY Comedy Festival and the Kaaboo Festival in Del Mar, CA. She also spent 4 years touring the country with SNL alum Darrell Hammond as his featured opener.
Maria Randazzo is a New York-based comedian and Staff Writer for "The Problem with Jon Stewart" on Apple TV+. Follow her, she begs you, on Twitter @MariaRandazzo and Instagram @mariafreakingrandazzo -- www.mariarandazzo.com
Henrik Blix is a Staff Writer for "The Problem with Jon Stewart" on Apple TV+. He previously starred in Second City's Deck The Hallmark Holiday show, and performed in "Best of the Second City" at the Kennedy Center with Rachel Dratch and John Glaser. He's a two-time winner of Chicago's Laugh Battle as a solo performer, a former Headline Contributor for The Onion, and he makes very good bolognese. You can follow him online @henrikontheweb or in real life if you are stealthy and have a good disguise.
Motts Pelazza has been performing comedy throughout the country for the last 45 years. He has opened for Damon Wayans, Billy Gardell, Tommy Davidson, Kevin Meaney, and Patrice O’Neil. He has performed at Carolines and Don’t Tell Mamas in NYC, the Palace Theatre in Stamford, CT, and the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. Motts has also been on "Impractical Jokers" and, as a lifelong resident of Stamford, he has been the announcer for Alive@5, the Thanksgiving Balloon Parade, and Heights and Lights. He is a retired mailman of 46 years and, like he delivered the mail all those years, he promises to deliver the laughs!
Rollin Atkinson was recently nominated for "2023 Rising Star of the Year" by the Boston Comedy Choice Awards. His comedic style is marked by personal stories and energetic act-outs. Rollin starred in a short film, “Si,” which was featured on HBO. He appears regularly at Laugh Boston and Nick’s Comedy Stop, and is a Co-Founder of Boston Comedy Club.
Ian Levy is an up and coming comedian based out of New York. He uses a silly irreverent style to joke about life, love, and his many shortcomings. He regularly performs at clubs and colleges across the country. Some of his credits include being a finalist in the San Francisco Comedy Competition, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Sketchfest, and the Big Pine Comedy Festival. He's also the winner of the prestigious Employ of the Month award at Hollow Cafe.
Mike Finoia is a comedian based out of NYC. He is a writer / producer for TruTV’s Impractical Jokers, and he also opens for the guys on their national theater tour. Mike is also the co-host of the Comes a Time Podcast, alongside Dead & Co / Allman Brothers Bassist Oteil Burbridge. Mike has been featured on TruTV, Sirius XM & Comedy Central. When not on the road, Mike can be found nightly performing at the premiere NYC comedy clubs. He can be heard regularly on The Bonfire on SXM Faction. @mikefinoia
Comedian, actress, writer, producer, and more, Amanda Seales doesn’t just make you laugh, she makes change! With an uncanny knack for taking serious topics and with humor, making them relatable and interesting, she combines intellectual wit, silliness, and a pop culture obsession to create her unique style of smart funny content for the stage and screen. Amanda Seales is a comedian and creative visionary with a Master’s in African American studies from Columbia University. Seamlessly blending humor and intellect, her unique style of smart funny content spans various genres across the entertainment and multi-media landscape. She is best known for her iconic role as “Tiffany DuBois" in HBO’s "Insecure" and her debut stand-up comedy special, “I Be Knowin,” and as a former co-host on daytime talk show “The Real”, host of NBC's “Bring the Funny,” and host/writer of the groundbreaking 2020 BET Awards. Amanda speaks truth to change via her wildly popular Instagram @AmandaSeales, weekly podcast “Small Doses,” and book by the same name. Centering community building in her comedy, she is also the creator/host of the touring variety game show, “Smart Funny & Black.” Loved for fearlessly saying what folks are thinking, her Reach Media/Urban1 syndicated radio show + podcast, “The Amanda Seales Show,” edu-tains audiences daily, giving the culture what it’s missing in markets across the nation! A philanthropist, her efforts support Black girl-focused organizations, education, and animal conservation. Always an advocate for Black voices, she produces and creates art as edu-tainment across the media landscape by any joke necessary!
Sergio Chicon was born and raised in New York City’s Lower East Side. His energy and stage presence brings out the natural performer that he is. Always the entertainer amongst friends and family, its no wonder that in the short time he has been doing stand up, he has moved along very quickly, performing in clubs all over the city. Sergio’s comedy style cannot easily be labeled, though it can fall in the categories of urban, physical and self deprecating humor. His uninhibited animated style and high energy capture the audiences’ immediate attention. His mannerisms and facial expressions allow him to dip in and out of characters such as his favored "construction worker". With few limitations on and off stage, Sergio is the producer of his own new talent show, Serg’s Fresh Faces, at New York City’s Laugh Lounge, featuring some of the freshest and hottest new talent in New York City. Sergio was featured Comedy Central’s “Funaticos” & Comedy Central’s “Los LOL”, MTV TR3S, Miami Comedy Festival, SITV, Comedy Net, BET on Blast, and performed at the Comedy Café in Amsterdam. Sergio is currently on tour with “The Gangsta of Comedy" Capone and the 5 M.I.C.s.