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Jake Cornell

Jake Cornell is a New York City comedian and actor who has built an audience of hundreds of thousands through his standup and characters. Jake’s show Man & Woman ran at the Edinburgh Fringe festival in 2022 followed by a US tour. His new show, Hey Big Guy, is kicking off a national tour this July starting off with a sold out show at Joe’s Pub. He has been featured in New York Magazine, Vogue and Nylon.

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Lewis Belt

Oakland born, LA-based stand-up comedian, actor, and producer that gained massive popularity from his viral character, “Sonniebo”, which has generated tens of millions of views online. He starred on Season 7 of MTV’s “Are You The One?”

Host at the Hollywood Improv every Monday. Headlining clubs across the country afternoon Releasing his 2nd Comedy special   “Raised By OG’s not IG “ on YouTube, Lewis also shot his 1st special “Rookie of the Year” at the “Boogie’s Comedy Slam” in Oakland at the Paramount Theatre. Boogie’s Comedy Slam (which was ranked the #1 on stand-up comedies on Amazon in 2020).

Recently he was a  guest host on “So Dumb it’s Criminal” hosted by Snoop Dogg on Peacock. In addition to that he was featured in the new House Party Movie (2023) executive produced by Lebron James Springhill Company and New Line Cinema. Currently on Hulu! 

 

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George Wallace

By the age of six, George Wallace knew he wanted to be a comedian. He always enjoyed making people laugh, but he also knew the importance of an education. He attended the University of Akron, Ohio and upon graduating with degrees in Transportation, Marketing/Advertising, plus advanced studies in Radio and Television from Columbia School of Broadcasting. Literally, a rags-to-riches story, Wallace went from selling rags to VP of Advertising. Still, his dream of being
a comedian had a strong hold on him. Within a week of leaving the advertising field, he began to perform stand-up comedy and was offered a job writing for “The Redd Foxx Show.”

Wallace is currently pursuing dual coursework at University of Phoenix and DeVry. Amazon Freevee has picked up to series the Laverne Cox- George Wallace comedy Clean Slate, the final project from legendary producer Norman Lear and Sony Pictures Television. The half-hour project greenlight was made on Lear’s 100th birthday. Clean Slate follows Henry Slate (Wallace), an old-school and outspoken car wash owner, who is thrilled his estranged child is finally returning home to Alabama after 17 years. However, Henry has a lot of soul searching to do when the child he thought was a son returns as the determined, proud, transwoman, Desiree Slate (Cox).

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Jon Rudnitsky

Jon Rudnitsky can be seen in the upcoming film I LOVE YOU FOREVER with Cazzie David, which premiered at this year’s SXSW to great reviews, and this coming Christmas in both Netflix’s OUR LITTLE SECRET with Lindsay Lohan and Amazon’s THE RED ONE with Dwayne Johnson and JK Simmons.

Past credits include the Nancy Meyers produced feature HOME AGAIN opposite Reese Witherspoon, Ed Burns’ SUMMER DAYS AND SUMMER NIGHTS, Netfilx’s SET IT UP with Glen Powell and Zoey Deutsch, Tyler Perry’s NOBODY’S FOOL and THE YOUNG WIFE with Kiersey Clemons and Judith Light.

On the small screen, Jon was the only cast member hired for the 41st season of SNL where his DIRTY DANCING Weekend Update was a season highlight. He was the lead of FOX’s THE BIG LEAP, appeared as Young Larry on CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, starred opposite George Clooney in the Hulu Series CATCH-22, and was featured on NBC’s CHAMPIONS, Amazon’s RED OAKS, and TRU TV’s TACOMA FD.

As a voice actor he can be heard in major roles in Disney’s WISH, Paramount’s UNDER THE BOARDWALK, Netflix’s JURASSIC WORLD, and Disney’s BIG HERO 6: THE SERIES.

As a stand up, Rudnitsky has appeared on CONAN and Comedy Central’s THE COMEDY JAM, where he performed “Footloose” with Kenny Loggins. He tours all over the country and was selected as one of the “New Faces” at the prestigious JUST FOR LAUGHS Comedy Festival in Montreal.

He studied and graduated from USC’s BFA Acting Conservatory program where he was given the John Ritter Memorial Award For Outstanding Comedic Performance. Rudnitsky currently lives in New York City where he performs regularly at THE COMEDY CELLAR.

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Peter Antoniou

From amazing the judges on America’s Got Talent, to headlining in Las Vegas, to selling out shows in London’s West End, Peter Antoniou’s mind reading skills  have astounded audiences around the globe. Combining razor-sharp British wit with a stunning ability to know exactly what you are thinking, Peter’s shows are interactive and unforgettable. Join him as he reads minds and tickles funny bones, telling jokes and fortunes live onstage. 

“You are a wizard” – Simon Cowell

“Should be put on a pedestal above his competitors” – Broadway Baby

“It’s unbelievable what you can do” – Howie Mandel

“Sharp and Fast… a balance of humour and amazement” – The Scotsman

“You are the total package” – Heidi Klum

 

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Jackie Fabulous

Jackie Fabulous is a stand-up comedian, actress and writer who’s been featured three times on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, America’s Got Talent: All Stars, Showtime’s Flatbush Misdemeanors, The Arsenio Hall Show, HBO’s Pause, That Damn Michael Che and much more. In addition to her television appearances Jackie‘s hilarious and affable stand-up can be seen across the country as she tours America’s top comedy clubs. Her hour special “Menoplause” is available now. 

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Sheryl Underwood

Sheryl Underwood is the Emmy award winning co-host of The Talk on CBS, and is a highly sought after contemporary humorist who expertly balances her corporate presence with her streetwise comedy chops.  Never forgetting her roots in stand-up comedy or her early days on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and BET’s Comic View, the Sheryl Underwood and Friends Tour fearlessly tackles race, politics, sex, and life, in a way that only she can.
Additionally, she has made numerous appearances on various television shows, including multiple episodes of the CBS daytime drama The Young and the Restless, the CBS comedy The Odd Couple and The Bold and The Beautiful. Her personality and energy have been showcased on shows like Funny You Should Ask and Celebrity Name Game. She has been a guest on Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump, host of the holiday gift-wrapping competition series Wrap Battle on Freeform television, and she and The Underwood Family emerged as winners on Celebrity Family Feud, generously donating their winnings to the Zeta National Educational Foundation.
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College Comedy Hosting Stand-Up

Justin Whitehead

A native of South Georgia, Whitehead was born and raised in Desoto, a rural, tight-knit community with a population barely over 700 people. He was raised by both parents, alongside 4 siblings and has always bared witness to hard work and ambition. Growing up, he didn’t intend to go into comedy, but his peers always recognized his natural sense of humor and vibrant energy he brought to every room. After non-stop encouragement from his peers and community, Justin performed at countless local shows and was met with rave reviews.

With intentions to advance his career, he relocated to Atlanta in 2012. His knack for improv and storytelling has made him a popular name on the circuit, garnering bookings at premier venues such as Uptown Comedy Club, The Funny Bone, and Stardome. Through his hysterical stand-up shows, and viral moments on social media, he’s built a loyal fanbase of more than 300k followers and become a favorite amongst celebrities including Diddy, Rickey Smiley, and many more. In February 2021, he launched the “Go Live” tour, selling out venues in more than 18 cities nationwide. Citing Redd Foxx, Steve Harvey, Bernie Mac, and Jamie Foxx as inspiration, Whitehead is destined for stardom, wielding his undeniable stage presence to lead the next generation of superstar comedians.

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Eden Sher

Eden Sher is most known for her portrayal of Sue Heck in ABC’s THE MIDDLE, where she appeared alongside Patricia Heaton. She also starred in ABC’s THE MIDDLEMAN and THE OC, as well as in Showtime’s acclaimed series WEEDS. Vulture hailed Sher as “the breakout star of the series,” while Emily Nussbaum of The New Yorker praised her fearless performance as Sue. Sher received five Critic’s Choice Award nominations for her role, winning in 2013. Additionally, she voiced the character ‘Star’ in Disney Channel’s STAR VS. THE FORCES OF EVIL. She’s also currently on her debut one-woman show comedy tour, I WAS ON A SITCOM – selling out across the country with her unique take on motherhood, the pitfalls of life, and yes, being on sitcoms!

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Uncle LaZer

The Single Mother Slayer and Texas’s own parodical son is out of the oil fields for good. Hitting the road and taking his unapologetic approach to comedy to a town near you. Everything from his outlandish single mother dating stories to the rough and rowdy upbringing of his trauma filled childhood on the bad side of town. Uncle Lazer brings the heat each and every time he walks on stage. The Mullet Maniac’s approach to comedy is completely over the top and outlandish. However he is able to connect to his audience with relatability from a blue collar background. Belly aching laughter and just an all around good time can be promised at any one of his shows.