Let's do some funny business at the Burbank Comedy Festival! Every year, top celebrity headlining comedians, and over 200 of the hottest new talent from around the world, converge in Burbank, California for a full week of shows, industry panels, afterparties, classes, and more! Past performers have included Adam Carolla, Jeff Garlin, Jimmy Dore, Tom Segura, Christopher Titus, Carol Leifer, Kevin Pollak, and many more. The Burbank Comedy Festival offers the next generation of talent the opportunity to perform and connect with top entertainment professionals, to encourage the expansion live comedy into the community, and to do some funny business in Downtown Burbank!
Let's do some funny business at the Burbank Comedy Festival! Every year, top celebrity headlining comedians, and over 200 of the hottest new talent from around the world, converge in Burbank, California for a full week of shows, industry panels, afterparties, classes, and more! Past performers have included Adam Carolla, Jeff Garlin, Jimmy Dore, Tom Segura, Christopher Titus, Carol Leifer, Kevin Pollak, and many more. The Burbank Comedy Festival offers the next generation of talent the opportunity to perform and connect with top entertainment professionals, to encourage the expansion live comedy into the community, and to do some funny business in Downtown Burbank!
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Host/MC Laura Hayden STAND UP IN STILETTOS , LAUGHS ON FOX, AFE MILITARY TOURS , EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL,
Laura Hayden Comedian/Doctor/shoe fanatic Laura recently appeared on Stand Up In Stilettos for TV Guide Network. In addition to numerous other radio, TV and podcasts appearances worldwide in August, she to returned to Scotland for the 5th year in a row to participate in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In July, completed a three -week Middle East military. Laura is currently working on a book, turning her dissertation; The Healing Aspects of Laughter as it Pertains to Stress and Burnout (yes officially she is Dr. Laura, but not THAT Dr. Laura) in turn a speakers platform to help heal a world so in need of levity. WEBSITE |
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Comedian Tre Stewart AMERICAN COMEDY FESTIVAL, SECOND CITY ,
When it comes to funny young Comedian/Actors Tre' Stewart is a force to be reckoned with. Straight out of the Motor City 20 year old Tre' Stewart has accomplished a lot in his young career. From placing 4th best actor out of over 2000 other contestants to performing at The Great American Comedy Festival with Eddie Brill, Tre' consistently continues to impress everyone he encounters with his pure talent, and charismatic personality. Tre's comedy is the perfect mixture of high energy, and a calming laid back presence. When asked about Tre's future comedy legend David Brenner replied "There's no stopping this kid from becoming a star". Between his unique point of view, and his colorful characters Tre' is sure to keep you laughing. BOOK
Comedian Sam Taha ARABNOPHOBIA, SECOND CITY, NOT RACIST BUTT..
Sam Taha is a human being / comedian from Cairo, Egypt. In 2014, Sam abandoned a miserable career in Engineering to pursue a miserable career in Comedy. He went on to preform stand up, improv and sketch comedy at Second City and has been telling camels and pyramids jokes (along with the occasional cultural and racial zingers) ever since then. Sam has performed in major clubs all around Southern California, gained multiple awards and praise from notable figures and yet, he was not able to gain the approval of his own mother. WEBSITE | |
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Danna Kiel is a comedian, actress, writer, and mother who is a renaissance woman having taught everything from math to chess . Danna grew up a nerd and was always the kid who talked too much. A Southern girl born in Alabama and raised in Louisiana, now ‘Adulting’ in Los Angeles, she brings southern wit and big city wisdom to each set. On a stage with a mic is the best place for Danna and everything she has to say. Danna Kiel is the mother of one Ah-mazing son, Ali Kiel-Rutledge. You can catch Danna at Tao Comedy Studio, UCB Showcases, and Zoom Comedy Shows online everywhere. WEBSITE | |
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Comedian Dwight Pryde FLAPPERS COMEDY CLUB, THE ICE HOUSE, THE COMEDY STORE, US COMEDY CONTEST,
DWIGHT PRYDE is a Texas raised, Los Angeles based up and coming Standup Comedian/Writer with a flair for taking a negative situation or event, and turning it into a funny negative situation or event. In 2018, Dwight dabbled around LA’s open mic scene, learning and taking advice from anyone willing to give it, but it wasn’t until January of 2019 when Dwight decided to invest all of his efforts into the one thing that made him feel alive. Performing. WEBSITE | |
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Comedian Jose Maestas HOLLYWOOD IMPROV , LAUGH FACTORY , BEST IN SHOW BURBANK FEST
Born and raised in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Jose Maestas moved to LA for a life in stand up comedy. Having written and performed comedy since he was 18, Jose hit the ground running in LA and has performed at many well-known clubs with an energetic brand of physical comedy, impressions, and characters. Growing up Chicano shaped his sense of humor, love of family, and his perspective on America. Jose has performed as a feature act for America’s Got Talent Alum Preacher Lawson, and has opened for Amir K. He can often be seen at the Hollywood Improv; performing in line-ups with Sebastian Maniscalco, David Spade, Neal Brennan and more. His accolades include â€"Best in Show†at the Burbank Comedy Festival and NBC’s Nosotros monologue Finalist. INSTAGRAM |
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Always a riot. Watching Ryan Webb perform will make you feel like you're listening to an old friend at a party. Able to work clean. Lighthearted slightly abstract view on an array of topics.
Stand up comedy performer and show producer. If you need a Comedian/Emcee for your event or are looking to put together a show but are not sure how feel to contact.
Ryan currently produces and hosts the monthly ‘Legalized Joking Comedy Show'. In 2019 Ryan was featured on Kenan Thompson’s ‘Ultimate Comedy Experience’ in Brooklyn, New York, The Milwaukee Comedy Festival in 2020 and was a finalist in the 2021 US Comedy Contest. WEBSITE | |
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Comedian Josh Burstein HEADLINE, WESTSIDE COMEDY, HEADLINE, NEUEHOUSE, FEATURE, COBBS COMEDY SF, FEATURE, CAP CITY AUSTIN, FEATURE, ZANIES NASHVILLE
Josh is host of "Space Drop" on Amazon Prime and several web series. He's appeared at clubs across the country. WEBSITE | |
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Comedian Jatin Chhugani LAUGHING BUDDHA COMEDY, FLAPPERS COMEDY CLUB, ASIAN COMEDY FESTIVAL
Jatin is a stand-up comedian and writer from NYC. His material is heavily focused on his Indian American identity and his introverted personality. He has performed at various NYC clubs such as Eastville Comedy Club, The Stand and The People's Improv Theater. Jatin was a Top 10 Winner in the Asian Comedy Festival's Rizzle sketch contest in 2021. TWITTER |
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Comedian Lawrence Johnson LAUGH FACTORY, HOLLYWOOD IMPROV, COMEDY STORE, FRIDAY BEERS , BARSTOOL
New York native, now living in Los Angeles. Making others laugh is an addiction. If there was a Forbes 30 under 30 for comedy he’d be on it. INSTAGRAM |
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Comedian Mark Logan THE COMEDY STORE, HOLLYWOOD IMPROV, THE COMEDY PALACE
Originally from New York City, Mark Logan is a standup comic and writer currently residing in Los Angeles. He has performed at all major comedy clubs in Southern California and will soon be touring the East Coast. TWITTER |
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Comedian Courtney Haynes FLAPPERS, THE COMEDY STORE, THE SECOND CITY
Hailing from a small town in Oklahoma, Courtney Haynes is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian charms audiences with her energetic and witty personality. Her storytelling and observational comedic style follows her journey through modern womanhood as a career woman and being raised in the culturally southern midwest. WEBSITE | |
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Comedian George K Burns YES WE CANNABIS, E! ENTERTAINMENT, FUBOTV, TV ONE,
George K. Burns is a comedian, writer, and actor, who has appeared on E! Entertainment, fuboTV, and TV One sitcom “Born Again Virgin”. He recently co-created, co-wrote, and executive produced a scripted comedy series for Audible titled YES WE CANNABIS.
Born and raised in Tallahassee, FL, George once had dreams of playing professional basketball in the NBA. However, he decided the world wasn't ready for his talents and chose instead to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Inspired by friends and family who encouraged him to pursue stand-up, he quickly discovered a love for the stage. George is the hilarious, straight shooter you can bring to any dinner party. His unique perspective on personal life experiences, race and society leaves audiences in hysterics, more open-minded and with a new comedic best friend. WEBSITE | |
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Cookie Crash is an animated Christmas short film directed by Louie Corrons & Max Alley. It takes place in the North Pole, where Santa Claus must hold himself together after they run out of cookies. The film stars Matthew Farden, Clifton Yada, Curt Bonnem, Reba Buhr, David De Almo, Ariel Samuria Fournier, Savannah Ruth Newton, Gretchen Priddy, Michael Pizzuto, Kevin Andrew Rivera, Anthea Greco and Rachanee Lumayno. Additional Music by Bryce Miller. Additional Title Illustrations by R.W. Alley. BOOK
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