Russ Meneve is soon to be a name that all comedy fans know. Russ has quickly established himself in the comedy scene, performing at New York’s top comedy clubs, including the Comedy Cellar, Stand Up NY, Caroline’s on Broadway, Gotham Comedy Club, and Comic Strip Live. In 2006, Russ released his debut stand up album Stray Doggie Style, which was recorded at various clubs around New York City, and pulled together to make a cohesive and original album. Russ has appeared on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, where he killed it before a national audience on the highest-rated show in late-night television. Russ has also appeared on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Last Call with Carson Daly, and The Caroline Rhea Show. He also landed a half-hour special as part of the Comedy Central Presents series. Not to mention, that New York Magazine named Russ amongst the “10 Funniest New Yorkers You’ve Never Heard Of,” so catch Russ before he becomes one of the biggest names in comedy. Buy Russ Meneve NYC Comedy Club Tickets at Best Comedy Tickets. read more

Rudy Moreno Born & raised in Los Angeles, Rudy grew up in Lincoln Heights a tight knit community that has produced many famous actors, singers, athletes and even a comedian.

Rudy started his career in show business at age 13, when he formed his first (of many) garage band, he then went on after high school to be a radio disc jockey, also working as a DJ in many Southern California nightclubs.  After years of performing as a mobile DJ, he was approached by Rudy Salas, the leader of the famed rock group TIERRA, and was asked if he would consider doing stand up, and that he would let him get started by opening for the band at their gigs.  The response was huge.  From there, Rudy started to open for several different acts over time, including Ice Cube, Natalie Cole, Los Lobos, Lynyrd Skynrd, and the legendary Smokey Robinson to name just a few. read more

Royale Watkins has one of those smiles. All at once, it charms, disarms and makes you want to smile back. But don’t be fooled. Beyond the clean-cut, choirboy looks is a young man with a sharp take on family values and social issues, and one of the smartest writers working the comedy circuit today.

A native of Washington, D.C., Royale began his stand-up in, of all places, the church. Through local talent nights and charity shows, he quickly demonstrated he had a knack for hilarious observation and witty improv. read more

Vince Taylor A natural entertainer, has gone from putting on shows for his parents in the living room at six years old to appearing on BET’s College Tour and sharing the stage with a number of hot comedians including Tony Rock, Michael Blackson, Guy Torre, Carlos Mencia and more. Born in Albany, GA, raised in St. Louis, MO, and finally settling down in Central Florida, Vince is the son of two ministers. He brings an edgy yet refreshing worldview to the stage. Influenced by Chris Rock, George Lopez, Sinbad, Adam Sandler and Martin Lawrence, he pours his life into each performance bringing an unmatched level of energy and charisma. Vince channels that energy and passion into shedding light on issues within the community. Though he believes he is here to help bring both joy and justice to the world, ultimately Vince simply loves to see folks happy and has dedicated his life to putting smiles on peoples’ faces… read more

Rosie Tran is one of the fastest rising young stars in the entertainment business! Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, she moved to Hollywood to pursue her career as a professional entertainer. The stand up comedian, writer, and actress has toured internationally, at comedy clubs, colleges, and overseas for the USO in Europe and the Middle East.

Rosie has been a featured performer at the Boston International Comedy and Movie Festival, the Seattle International Comedy Competition, and Funnyfest in Canada, to name a few. She was a Los Angeles area finalist on season six of the hit NBC series, “Last Comic Standing.” She has studied with the top mentors in the country, from the late Paul Sills, founder of the original Second City in Chicago to Gary Austin, father of the Groundlings School in Los Angeles. She received an M.A. from California State University in Television and Film. read more

Vinnie Brand grew up in Middletown NJ, the third of four children born to a plumber and a overly optimistic mother. He attended Rutgers College and immediately met the woman of his nightmares. Promptly, they had three children and bills. Vinnie ran his own construction company and flower shop while performing at open mic nights, juggling his time raising his children, working like a dog and performing.

After becoming a headline comic, He sold the flower shop, closed the construction company and gave his wife the divorce she was begging for. With three kids, no money and no car, he opened The Stress Factory Comedy Club while living in a boarding house for fathers that lost it all in bad divorces. read more

Rory Scovel  mixing his spontaneous creativity and absurd view of the world, Rory Scovel is quickly making a name for himself across North America. Whether discussing drugs, politics, or life in general his infectious stage presence and engaging charisma will quickly shift the vibe of any room and place the audience in the scene of every punchline.

“You’re not just hearing his jokes, he’ll actually show them to you.” –Rory Scovel

While performing as a finalist in the 2006 Seattle Comedy Competiton this was said about Rory’s performance… “Every night he stepped onstage his set was remarkably different, thanks to Scovel’s near-genius improvisational skill.” –The Stranger (Seattle) read more

Ronn Vigh’s brash attitude and acerbic wit have earned him a comparison to a young Joan Rivers by SF Weekly. Which is a fitting comparison, since he later became a writer for E! Television’s“Fashion Police” co-hosted by Joan Rivers.

He was featured on NBC’s Last Comic Standing II and in 2005 started comedy night at Harvey’s and currently produces the successful “Harvey’s Funny Tuesdays” weekly comedy show in the Castro District of San Francisco. Ronn recently headlined Reno Pride and has also been featured at the10th Annual Michigan ComedyFest, Rooftop Comedy’s Out Loud Festival, Las Vegas Out Q Festival, Lake Tahoe Gay & Lesbian WinterFest, San Francisco Comedy & Burrito Festival, Palm Springs Pride and the list goes on and on and on—much like when Ronn speaks. He is also a favorite at comedy clubs, including SF Punchline, Cobb’s, San Jose Improv, Rooster T. Feathers and has recently opened for notable acts such as James Adomian, Wendy Liebman, Loni Love, Scott Thompson of Kids In The Hall and many more. read more

When Ron Swallow was faced with the prospect of a talent show when he was 16, Ron felt he had no talent. But someone pointed out to him that he was funny and maybe he should try standup. Ron wrote some jokes about fluffy toilet seat covers and GI Joe, and the rest is history.

With Ron, you know you will be getting witty, biting, and hysterical portrayals of the life he has lived. Having lived the life of a nerd with a strange name has allowed him to observe his surroundings in a unique and fun way. From making fun of his name(I mean how could you not) to his opinions on the misuse and overuse of common sayings, Ron will cause enough laughter to possibly need tissues. Audiences will be shocked to learn that life as an outcast led him to the world of comic book geekdom, which led to his hilarious ideas about the differences between movies and the books they are based on. Then, once everyone is acquainted, with his views on commercials, the media, race, and class, Ron will weave a blanket of satire that will keep the audience in stitches. With Ron Swallow, one thing is for sure, hilarity will ensue. read more

Vinnie Nardiello is a New Jersey native who has been making a name for himself in the New York/New Jersey comedy scene over the past several years. His wry, self-deprecating comedic style touches on a number of life experiences, ranging from growing up in an Italian family to his career as a former teacher to his many attempts at finding love. Nardiello has also written screenplays, stage shows, sketch comedy for stage and screen, commercials and radio programs. For the past seven years Vinnie has been making his mark in the world of stand-up, performing at clubs throughout the North and Southeastern United States. Vinnie has proven to be a popular performer at colleges, and has been featured on both XM and Sirius satellite radio. read more