Treat mom to a night of comic relief! Stand up comedy that's appropriate for the entire family, so everyone can enjoy!
Featuring:
Arthur Belkind
Arthur grew up in Forest Hills, New York with Simon and Garfunkel. At age 15, he was the youngest disc jockey in the country with a radio show on WEVD, called "New York After Dark." He then graduated NYU and went to Chicago to attend Law School. After graduating in 1969, he became an Assistant State's Attorney in Chicago. In 1972, went into private practice doing Criminal Defense work. Art moved to Arizona in 1988 continuing law practice. After retiring in 2012, he began his career in stand up comedy where he learned it wasn't much different than speaking to juries.
Keith Ellis
A simple bet with that friend led him to the stage at a comedy club, and Keith found himself in an open-microphone competition without a script. The result? Keith placed second out of approximately 16 competitors that night. “The owner asked me back, so I did.” He felt like a winner that night, although the friend never paid the $100 bet. From that day forth Keith has continued honing his comedic and acting skills, appearing in movies, print ads, commercials and working comedy clubs and casino's across the country.
While comedy is his life ambition, the ??-year-old has many acting credits on his resume as well. He has been cast in movies such as Waiting to Exhale, What Planet Are You From, Any Given Sunday, Twisted and Three Kings. He has appeared alongside acting heavyweights George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Jamie Foxx and Samuel Jackson. He has also appeared in several commercials on the west coast.
Today, Ellis continues to reinvent himself as a comedian with the fast growing life changes: His parents have always insisted that he stick to clean comedy material. That undertaking is now included in his comedy mission: 100% Family Friendly Comedy!
Greg Freiler
Greg was moved about the country frequently throughout his childhood by parents on the run from something. What? No one quite knows. Attending a different school year after year. Always the new kid, he learned early to use his sense of humor and joke-telling ability to make friends, ward off potential bullies and the inevitable beatings.
I spent fourteen years in education honing my comedic skills. Using humor to engage and entertain colleagues, students and occasionally putting a bully in their place. He draws comedy from a unique nomadic childhood, being the child of a stoic immigrant father, personal relationships and yes, even from his experiences as a teacher.
Since taking to the stand-up stage, Greg has performed across US in venues like Gotham, The Ice House, Tempe Improv, and Stand-Up Live. Working with comedians like Bob Marley, David Spade, Ritch Shydner, Louie Anderson, Tom Arnold, Paul Reiser, etc. In 2013, 2014 and again in 2016, he had the opportunity to perform for the military overseas. Greg continues to grow as a storyteller and a truly entertaining and engaging comedian.
Manny Hernandez
Manny Hernandez has loved Stand Up Comedy, ever since seeing Eddie Murphy Raw at the sweet age of 7 years old. Manny started Performing at the age of 14 at The Star Theatre in Scottsdale AZ under the tutelage of Louis Russo. Performing in bars and clubs all through high school. That was until Manny made his TV debut on Que Locos in 2000. He would go on to make several TV appearances on Que Locos, Loco Comedy Jam, Latino Laff-Fest. Manny also has had the chance to appear in films as well. He can be seen with Topher Grace and Chris Pratt in Take Me Home Tonight, and The Kingdom with Jamie Foxx. 28 years and counting Manny has performed all across the Country .Dangerfield’s in NY to the Ice House in Pasadena CA , Funny Bones, Hyena's, Laffs, just to name a few. Manny has had the chance to work with some of the best in the business . He’s performed and worked with Paul Rodriguez, Eddie Griffin, Robert Townsend, Joe Torry, Rudy Moreno, and bands as Roger and Zap, Sugar Hill Gang, From Theatres and Festivals, Churches to Comedy Clubs. Manny transcends all stages. From clean G Rated to R Rated . Manny is capable of performing at ANY type of venue. Naked people? sure did that in Laughlin ,NV. Swingers party. He's done it all. A father of 3 and 2 ex wives , their is no shortage of Laughs. Manny brings you on a journey of self discovery. From a single parent home , a lesbian sister, a crazy cousin, a battle with alcoholism. Now, as Single Father of 3 and in Sobriety, Manny has come full circle through his trials and pains to bring light and laughs. We’ve all made mistakes but learning from them can make us better. Laughter is what keeps us going and Manny has plenty to share. Check out Manny Hernandez, a night with him is like a night at the Theatre. Laughs , Emotion, Sobriety. We All have a Story to tell.
Vera Maria
A little bit of everything rolled up into one! Vera is a 40-something mom and professional half Mexican. Vera speaks openly about comedy that comes from her life. She is engaging, clever, and funny. Her style will leave you feeling like you are a new friend. Vera performs throughout the southwest, including Tempe Improv, Stand Up Live, and House of Comedy.
Jetuan Whedon
Jetuan is a unexpected package for big laughs. You'll find that her comedy appeals to a wide variety of crowds. She likes to describe herself as part mom, part "bro" and part nerd. She is likeable and front row friendly. An excellent storyteller, you'll find yourself laughing at her and with her. When she's not performing in AZ, she's delivering laughs in states like: Nevada, Louisiana and Illinois. Jetuan will be heading to Mexico, California and beyond later this year.