Comedians
Pat Burtscher was born in Austria via a Greek woman, raised in Canada, and is currently based in NYC, where he's a regular at the Comedy Cellar and other cool places. He also headlines clubs and does festivals all around the world (JFL, Edinburgh, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, New York Comedy Festival, and other cool stuff). Pat has also toured with Burt Kreischer, Brett Goldstein, Steph Tolev and other cool people. Be cool yourself and check out one or more of his super cool live shows - cowabunga!
A stand-up comedian from Puerto Rico, Rafi Gonzalez originally found success as the lead singer of a nationally touring rock band. In 2015, Gonzalez switched gears and exploded onto the New England and Boston comedy scenes.
In 2021, he was filmed for HBO MAX as part of the Ha Comedy Festival. In 2022, Rafi participated in the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition. He was a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival in 2023, and was also voted "Best of the Fest" in the Noho Comedy Festival and the Burbank Comedy Festival in Los Angeles. In 2024, he was voted "Comedian of the Year" in the Boston Comedy Choice Awards. Rafi has also taken his comedy to the sea after being hired by several cruise lines. Check him out across all social media platforms, where Rafi has accrued millions of views.
Rafi is currently based out of Massachusetts and performing nationally.
Dan Altano has carved a name for himself on the national comedy scene by narrating his life story with brutal honesty, wit, and heart. Born in New Jersey and currently based in New Haven, CT, Dan headlines in clubs and theaters across the country, recently completing a 12-state headlining tour. He was named one of New York City’s “Breakout Artists of 2021” by Caroline’s On Broadway and appeared in the New York Comedy Festival for three consecutive years. Dan has also recently joined comedians Demetri Martin, Fortune Feimster, and Eric Neumann as part of their respective national comedy tours.
Dan is the co-host of the podcast Rank It! and is the creator and host of Dinner’s Ready Live, an interactive cooking/comedy show that now tours on stages across the country. He is the co-producer of Just A Jersey Guy and Son, a comedic storytelling show he writes and performs with his father, Brian Altano.
Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara's talents have lit up the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees.
Tara brought her unfiltered, humorous take on popular sports topics to SNY's Emmy award-winning television show “Oh Yeah,” where she both wrote for and featured in the series. Currently, she co-hosts the Chazz Palminteri Show podcast, captivating audiences with her honest insights and vivacious personality.
She also co-produced and starred in We Stand Comedy's multi award-winning short film "The Chart” showcasing her versatility & misdirecting sense of humor.
On social media, Tara has gained a following by sharing the words and phrases she grew up hearing in her New York Italian neighborhood, resonating with people across the country. Her comedy album, “I'm Talkin' Here,” is a regular feature on Sirius XM.
Tara's new YouTube series, "Boroughbreds," features her doing hilarious on-the-street interviews throughout the New York boroughs, highlighting all things New York from common phrases to family owned businesses. Her solo podcast "Cawfee Tawk", where Tara gets "real" with her audience over a cup of coffee, was just released Fall 2024.
Tara has opened for comedy heavyweights like Josh Wolf, Joey Diaz and Vic DiBitetto, and now headlines shows across the U.S. and Canada. Her authenticity and wit continue to win over audiences wherever she performs.
Ralph Anthony is a New York City based comedian and writer whose material is primarily derived from his stories and unique observations of the world we live in. A high energy goofball with lots to say, Anthony was deemed “the Mouth” by his childhood friends and hasn’t stopped making people laugh since.
Anthony has traveled overseas to Europe where he’s performed on some the top shows in London and Paris. His credits also include the World Comedy Expo, the NY Underground Comedy Festival, DC Comedy Festival, NC Comedy Festival, the World Series of Comedy, Sirius XM, ESPN, the NY Comedy Festival, being a featured headliner for the Bonkerz Comedy Club chain, as well as headlining Caroline’s on Broadway. Most recently, Anthony recorded his debut comedy album, “40 for 40,” which is slated for release later in the year.
In addition to headlining, he’s featured for Tom Cotter (AGT), Tony Woods (Def Comedy Jam), Joe Machi (Last Comic Standing), Joey Gay (Netflix), and Maija DiGiorgio (Dry Bar).
Through storytelling and observational comedy, Frank Favia offers hilarious insights about his neurotic insecurities, his stereotypically-Italian family and how he’s too nice for his own good. On any given night, he can be seen performing at clubs in NYC and all around the country.
Ron Nobles is a New York City-based stand-up comedian. He is a regular in the New York City comedy scene and performs at colleges, clubs, and theatres all over the country. He is a founding member of the Escape From NY Comedy Tour, that brings NYC comics all over the US. He's been featured on Yahoo Sports Radio and in the New York Comedy Festival. He’s a clean-cut every man with a knack for storytelling. Ron Grew up in a small town south of Buffalo called Gerry, NY but, he currently resides in New York City with his boxer Tony.
Molly Ruben-Long is a comedian/actress/writer/woman with great bangs. She was a New Face at Just for Laughs in Montreal and has been featured on Viceland, Fuse and the BBC.
She is the co-host of Well Behaved, a weekly podcast that tells you about women from history you probably have never heard of. She is also a regular contributor to Someecards.com.
Nick Simmons is a Bronx born comedian and actor that came up in New York City and has since relocated to Austin to further grow his comedy prowess across scenes. Simmons can be seen headlining sold-out crowds across the United States and entertaining his massive audience across socials. While pursuing his craft in New York, Simmons swiftly became a regular at every main club in Manhattan, including the legendary Comedy Cellar, NY Comedy Club, and the Stand NYC. In Austin, Simmons can be seen performing at The Comedy Mothership, The Vulcan, and The Sunset Strip to name a few. Additionally, Simmons co-created and stars in Austin’s first improv-based comedy show ACTING-OFF. Despite his bodybuilder physique, Simmons’ humour is grounded in self-deprecating bits that
break the stereotype of the typical “gym-bro”. Proudly from the Bronx, a culturally rich and diverse area, he provides a unique perspective that allows him to connect with audiences of all backgrounds and socioeconomic classes throughout the nation. He is also known for bringing comedy to the fitness space with his “Natty or Not” segments that not only have gone viral on social media, but have been featured on shows such as Inside Edition and drawn interaction from such individuals as Nick Jonas and Matt Rife to name a few.
Jordan Jensen started comedy in upstate NY before moving to Nashville TN, where she spent a year working for clubs and taking her comedy on the road in her pickup truck. Most recently, she was featured on "The Late Late Show with James Corden". In 2021, Jordan was named the first female comic to win “NY’s Funniest Stand Up” at the NY Comedy Festival. She now lives in Brooklyn NY and has since been featured on SiriusXM, as a "New Face" at the prestigious Just For Laughs comedy festival and is now a regular at the renowned Comedy Cellar. Her comedy consists of tales of her bizarre upbringing, highly unconventional family, and filterless confessions of her time on this filthy planet.
Kenice Mobley performs stand up comedy around the country and recently participated in the Limestone Comedy Festival, San Francisco Sketchfest, and the Bridgetown Comedy Festival this year. She also appeared on the Two Dope Queens live show and two episodes of Laughs on FOX. She hosts Person About Town, an interview and relationship podcast available as part of the Women In Comedy Podcast Network.
Brooklyn native Alex Babbitt recently made his television debut on HBO’s All Def Comedy. When not gracing the stages of NYC's top comedy clubs, Babbitt's razor sharp wit has made him a favorite on the college circuit, where he's packed auditoriums from coast to coast.
Oscar Aydin is a New York-based comedian originally from Chicago. A two time feature in Time Out New York's "LGBT POC Comedian We're Obsessed With Right Now". He’s been on LOGO, Bravo, BBC Reels and a regular on SiriusXM. Whether it’s an audience of 3 or 1,000, Oscar always brings his sass and eccentric style of comedy that keeps audiences saying "Oh Oscar".
Gianmarco Soresi is a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator known for his sharp societal observation and spry, energetic stage presence. Gianmarco effortlessly commands a room with his animated style, blending upbeat candor with dark comedic beats — which has garnered him critical acclaim from NPR, Esquire, The Atlantic, Buzzfeed, ABC News, and many more. He’s performed stand-up on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, Don’t Tell, The Real Housewives of New York, and was selected as a JFL New Face in 2022. Gianmarco has also acted in Billy Crystal's Here Today, Netflix’s Bonding, Hustlers, The Last OG, and is the host of the popular podcast “The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi.”
Dan Pulzello is a rising New York stand-up comic who recently appeared on Amazon Prime's "Game Breakers." He has performed across the United States and has also taken his act internationally to England, Ireland, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, and the Adelaide Fringe Festival. He performs regularly at New York Comedy Club, the Tiny Cupboard, Westside Comedy Club, the Grisly Pear Eastville Comedy Club, Stone Street Comedy Club, and others.
His comedy series, "EU VS USA," has found success online, with over 100 million views across Instagram and TikTok. In addition to his work as a performer, Dan has written comedy content for National Geographic, NASA, and IBM, along with other faceless corporations.
Craig Lottner is a New York City based comedian. His comedy draws on personal experiences and observations as a middle-aged dad, husband, professional and bathroom philosopher. Originally from Colorado, with stints in St. Louis, Hong Kong and San Fran, he has lived in New York since 2001. He performs regularly at NYC clubs including the Village Underground, Stand Up New York, West Side Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, Dangerfield’s and more.
James Pontillo is a comedian from Queens New York . He is also producer of the monthly IOU comedy show in Williamsburg and one of the producers of New York Comedy Club Roast Battle . He does comedy all over the city and recently opened for Joey Gay and Dave Sirus at The Philadelphia comedy club . He is also one of the countries top roasters and main events roast battle often . He’s recently performed at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles , Skankfest in Brooklyn and will be appearing at Fairfield Comedy Club in a few weeks
Wilfred Padua is a comedian from Seattle who has an MFA in Writing from some place in Chicago. He is the co-host of the Miss Me With That podcast, and has performed at Bumbershoot, Bridgetown Comedy Festival, the Summer Meltdown Music Festival, and the Laughing Devil Comedy Festival in NYC. He has been featured on NPR and Sirius XM, and he is very cute and very single.
