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Best Comedy & Stand-up This Fall

in San Jose

Brian Regan at Mountain Winery

Brian Regan

Critics and peers agree Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country. The "perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality" (Wall Street Journal), Brian fills theaters nationwide with fervent fans that span generations. His clean language and sharp, sarcastic observations on everyday life have led him to be known as the "comedian's comedian".

Ronny Chieng at San Jose Center for Performing Arts

Ronny Chieng

Award-winning comedian extraordinaire Ronny Chieng is on as he brings his comedy to the USA! Having starred in the global smash-hit film, Crazy Rich Asian, Malaysian-born Chieng is one of the world's fastest-growing comedians. Don't miss your chance to see this funny man live as he brings the Love To Hate It tour to you thus year!

Gary Gulman at Bankhead Theater

Gary Gulman

The Last Comic Standing finalist from season 2 has since become a fully fledged comic in his own right, garnering critical acclaim for his DVDs and touring work. Known for his surreal observations on everyday situations, Gulman has held a myriad of jobs throughout his twenty years trying to break into the big time; barista, waiter, doorman, accountant and even a school scholarship football player. A gigantic six-foot, six-inch Bostonian, he has also performed on television comedy shows including Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman and John Oliver.

Franco Escamilla at SAP Center

Franco Escamilla

Mexican star comedian Franco Escamilla heads out on engagements across the States! The portly, bespectacled funnyman is known for his performing troupe La Diablo Squad, and adds a musical influence into his shows, taking his guitar on stage regularly. Also a huge digital trend-setter, he is also known for his comedy radio shows, which has helped build a massive worldwide fanbase in the process. His sarcastic humor and charm make him one of the regions' most well-liked satirists.

Patton Oswalt at Mountain Winery

Patton Oswalt

Comedian, writer and actor Patton Oswalt has spent the last decade headlining comedy clubs and theaters all over America in addition to nine seasons playing the role of Spence on CBS's hit show, King of Queens. He also voiced "Remy the Rat," the lead voice in Pixar's blockbuster hit, Ratatouille. From pop culture trivia to politics, there is rarely a subject on which he isn't well-versed and guaranteed to make his audiences consider, long after the laughter has finished.

Leanne Morgan at San Jose Civic

Leanne Morgan

Leanne Morgan is heading on a massive new tour from 2024! Southern Belle and comedian Leanne Morgan infuses her stand-up comedy with funny and relatable tales of navigating life, motherhood and being a wife. Don't miss her 'Just Getting Started' Tour as she brings the laughs to to a venue near you.

JR De Guzman at San Jose Improv

JR De Guzman

Fusing together music and comedy, rising star JR De Guzman hit the number one spot on the Billboard and iTunes comedy charts with his debut album 'Dual Citizen', and now the hilarious Phillipino-American is coming to you on his newest tour, Working It Out, bringing the show to venues across the country, enjoy a night of musical comedy in some of North America's finest and most intimate venues, before he hits the stratosphere!

Sep 20 - 22

San Jose Improv

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Jerry Seinfeld at Mountain Winery

Jerry Seinfeld

He will always be unquestionably linked to his namesake series, but since finishing it in 1998, Jerry Seinfeld has kept extremely busy. In 2002 he starred as the subject of "Comedian", a behind-the-scenes documentary film that followed him both on and off-stage travelling on his national stand-up tour, which reflected on his post-Seinfeld life - including fatherhood. He's continued to work of various TV projects ever since, and regularly hits the road on tour to show the newcomers how it's done.

Carlos Mencia at San Jose Improv

Carlos Mencia

Carlos Mencia, superstar/stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today's most lauded entertainers and feared comics. Whether it is man-on-the-street interviews, studio comedy, commercial parodies, or nationwide sold-out tours, Mencia demonstrates an extraordinary ability to connect with a diverse audience.

Nurse Blake at Mountain Winery

Nurse Blake

A nurse with a background in healthcare isn't who you usually go to see in concert, but with social media, anything is possible. Blake Lynch, better known as Nurse Blake amassed a large online following due to his comedic videos providing insight into the nursing profession. He has also been the pioneer of campaigns including 'Nurses Support Their Young' and 'Banned4Life' which challenged the FDA blood donor policy that excluded gay and bisexual individuals.

Andrew Schulz at San Jose Civic

Andrew Schulz

Star on the rise, Andrew Schulz is hitting the road this year as he brings his unique style of stand-up to you! Best known for his starring role in MTV's Guy Code, Schulz is an actor, comedian and podcast host. Since releasing his first comedy special in 2017, Schulz has garnered fans from across the globe!

DL Hughley at San Jose Improv

DL Hughley

Star of 'The Hughleys,' contributor to The Jay Leno Show, actor, commentator, radio host and author DL Hughley got his start as the host of stand-up comedy show 'ComicView' on BET. He is also known for being part of Spike Lee's stand-up comedy film 'The Original Kings of Comedy' and appearing on Dancing with the Stars in 2013 where he finished in ninth place.

Oct 25 - 27

San Jose Improv

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