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Jen Murphy
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"It was Jen Murphy hosting '6 Chicks and a Chair at the Hollywood Improv - very funny, commentary about the wildfires in CA, great crowd work, joked about guys who like porn.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Karen Haber
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Karen Haber took the first slot in the '6 Chicks and a Chair at the Hollywood Improv Show' looking for her soul mate, even though she’s married. She covered her escapades with male prostitutes, love of Dog the Bounty Hunter and what her shrink thinks about that. Scheduling conflicts with having kids and a strange encounter at her kids soccer practice.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Monrok Madan
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Monrok Madan was next at the '6 Chicks and a Chair at the Hollywood Improv Show' very funny with a dry sharp delivery. She starts off talking about her hatred of all things, including Reese Witherspoon, swimming, Caucasian babies, and myspace. By the way visit her at www.myspace.com/monrok. She then rails on men who own cats and the troubles with growing up with Indian parents that practice nudism.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Lisa Cafiero
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Lisa Cafiero followed Monok Madan at the '6 Chicks and a Chair Show' at the Hollywood Improv. Lisa claims to be the perfect woman for pedophiles (she looks underage, but she’s not). Then on to her Jewish/Italian heritage. Then it was dating abusive and stupid men. Her solution. A chewing gum to break the addiction to assholes. Like Nicorette. She also talks about the perils of being an east coast girl living in LA.
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Sandy Brown
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Sandy Brown took the stage next for '6 Chicks and a Chair Show' at the Hollywood Improv.starting with her take on the difference between being a kid in the 70’s and today. Then on to the Prince performance at last years Superbowl. Then she found the humor being a black comic performing in Orange County in front of skinheads. Two trips to entertain the troops in Afghanistan was their any surprise at how 'excited' the troops were to finally see a woman they weren’t serving with after 10 months.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Dinah Leffert
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Dinah Leffert 'The Valley’s Funniest Person 2006' couldn’t resist taking the stage for '6 Chicks and a Chair Show' at the Hollywood Improv. From the start this edgy comic starts off talking about drug addiction to cure a broken heart. Dinah explored how her parents treated her growing up as the youngest. Very funny and dirty.
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Jay Cramer
Host Club:
Improv - Hollywood, CA
"Jay Cramer, the 'Chair' in '6 Chicks and a Chair Comedy Show' at the Hollywood Improv took the stage. Proceeds from the show helped Jay pay for a new van. He had a mountain climbing accident and broke his neck. That’s what put him in the chair. Jay started out a funny bit about how his friends treat him now that he is 'handicapped' and how much Spongebob Squarepants helped him through his ordeal. He talks about how he fell off a mountain and broke his neck 2 years ago. He also gives us the do’s and don’ts of being Medivac’d . He then talked about meeting his new girlfriend in physical rehab and how she happens to be a legless sprinter. He ended talking about what it would be like stranded with the Donner party when 2/3’s of your body is useless, and how he deals with curious kids wanting to know about his wheelchair.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Heath Hyche
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
Last night was another house rocking comedy night at the Addison Improv with Heath Hyche.
The talent that club brings to DFW is amazing. Heath is a multi-talented stick of
dynamite. Completely original but doing comedy in a league with the best of the
tradition. You can't help but think of Red Skelton. He is that good, no, he's better.
If you've never seen Heath, you've never really experienced comedy immersion. Heath
takes the art beyond the traditional "man and a mic", he is comedy iMax. Thanks to the
Addison Improv for bringing this comedy genius to Dallas. Heath Hyche is still touring
but it won't be long before he's permanently installed in a Las Vegas or Branson theater.
There should be lines for tickets to this show.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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The Addison Improv WaitStaff
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
"The wait staff and management at the Addison Improv deserve to be mentioned here. Half are comedians and
the other half are real comedy fans. They are some of the most gracious individuals in the business.
The Improv wouldn't be the club it is without them. They are the best of the best,
under rated in every way. Next time you are at the Improv understand, the Improv team is what
makes your comedy night a success and makes a huge contribution to the comedian's performance success. Watch them
when you aren't watching the comedians watch the staff. In all honesty they are the second show constantly
performing without spotlights or mics. They are the reason you enjoyed the evening of shows. They deserve your respect and a generous tip.
They more than earn it." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Justin Worsham
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
Justin Worsham took the Addison Improv stage like he owned it, a comedy favorite with
some of the best relationship humor we've heard in years. If you are not married, Justin
is a gut busting educator. If you are married he's got a carnival mirror version for you.
Warming up the crowd as a feature for Heath Hyche, it was clear that Justin Worsham
is a headliner in his own right. The audiences love him. Just ask him how he sleeps at night.
Justin is easily one of the funniest comedians to take the stage at the Improv. Hope to
see him in Dallas again soon.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Eric Lokke
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
Eric Lokke returned home for a week at the Addison Improv, back from LA and his recent
two-episode appearance on the "Simple Live Goes to Camp" with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie.
Hosting the week for Heath Hyche, Eric kicked the nights off with his signature edgy twist. Known for
a Don Rickles-like crowd work in Los Angeles, we saw lightening flashes occasionally as he resisted his
normal levels of crowd work in this series. It was great to see Eric bring out some of his big laugh
and big groan standup comedy to get the audience started. His knife sharpened, he never missed a chance to
to take a poignant jab at the stereotypical balloons of taste, race or the sexes. Long a favorite in Dallas,
now in LA, it's great to see Eric back at his home club. If you really want to laugh, make sure you get
tickets the next time he is in town." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Sam Kim
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
Sam Kim did a guest spot at the Addison Improv. A Dallas comedian with a dry style that
will sneak up and get you for a head-thumpin laugh. I really do like Sam Kim. Didn't see enough.
Hope to see a lot more. Sam has something truly unique. Definitely funny.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Joby Saad
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
What a remarkable comedian, Joby Saad. WOW. If you love comedy you should know Joby, "The Village Idiot".
Fun, funny this is a comedian with skills known worldwide for his comedy genius. We got a glimpse
when he dropped in at the Addison Improv to do a guest spot. Joby Saad is a comedy legend, one of the best
in the business. In a knit cap and red t-shirt, "The Village Idiot" had the sellout crowd at the start
with some of the smartest dumb comedy I have ever seen. Joby should have a television show, America
needs him on TV. I hope we see Joby back in Dallas soon!
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Jerry Rocha
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
"Jerry Rocha took the stage, in from LA, at the Addison Improv delivering some of his best material yet. Jerry is a comedy sledge hammer never coming up short on targets or laughs. You have to love this guy. He says what you never thought to think and he says it on stage. His signature "mic-stand-lean" and classic hand gestures are integral, seemingly as important as a George Burns cigar, ultimately a distinction that will make his career. Jerry delivers unstoppable laughs with every audience. Every fan of comedy has to see him. Great job, great night.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Gary Saenz
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
"Gary Saenz, all-pro comedy doing the Improv in Addison right last night with a performance that launched the night laughing. Gary has a reputation as a major league comedy writer. Having seen him at least 7 times I don't think I've seen the same joke twice. Funny and constantly moving Gary works the stage and the audience delivering headliner laughs from beginning to end. Gary is a force and destine to become a comedy legend. You have to see Gary the next time he's in town.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Dean Lewis Roast
Host Club:
Improv - Dallas, TX
"Congratualtions to all who participated in the Dean Lewis roast, proof that Dallas has some of the most talented writers in comedy, many influenced by Dean. Dean Lewis has taught comedy for years influencing generations of upcoming comedians. His direction and consultation has been instrumental in lauching the careers fo some of Dallas' funniest comedians. It was a night of great original comedy honoring one of the areas most admired comedy professionals." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Ben Creed
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"Ben Creed headlined a full house at Hyena's Arlington. First time to see Ben won't be the last. Ben Creed is all pro. A comedy
heavy weight with absolute star power. Ben seems to instinctively know where the funny is in every line. It might be be safer
to give him a horn in traffic than let him use his tongue and wit. Heaven help the company that give Ben a credit card. I'd like to say, we share the same credit philosophy. But he is knock down, breath arrestingly funny when explaining his sensible. Ben's
logic taken literally makes some of the funniest comedy I've heard in years. But the heart of Ben Creed comedy is his ability
to signal the punchline with a signature power growl much like comedy with a bass. You can't miss the beat. True genius.
Ben's material is at the top of the industry some of the best being delivered. If you love comedy. You will love Ben. More important
you are going to laugh all the way home and tell the office about being "legally drunk". Don't miss Ben Creed. But remember,
get tickets early... he sells out.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Gary Hood
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"Gary Hood took the stage at Hyena's Arlington Saturday night with an impressive barrage of completely fresh comedy.
With every line he delivered nothing less than the comedy quality that you expect from a legend. Gary was impressive.
Not the material of an opening host but a headliner delivering a short set, setting the mark high for everyone that follows.
His presence seems to be the determining factor motivating the best from already great comedians that follow
every show in which he participates. Hyena's - Arlington is meeting every definition of an "A" room with some of the best
comedy in the Metroplex if not the nation. Gary is doing some of the best comedy of his life as MC and Host. If you
haven't been out to see this master of comedy, don't wait to find out why they call him the "Godfather of Comedy".
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Dave Ashley
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"Dave Ashley took the feature spot Saturday in a particularly hot, packed Hyena's Arlington show. Dave is fun, real fun. Originally
from Memphis Dave is a wealth of helpful advice and tips. Some of the funniest material I have ever heard. You have to
wonder where he gets it. Pawn shops with benefits, paper routes, finger tip massages, and an endless number of suggested
labels for the use of three fingers that had the audience temporarily abstaining in fear of spraying would be swallows
into the air. Ahhhh he's funny. Dave Ashley was worth the ticket, clearly a headliner subing for a feature, he was a major factor in the power of this
show. Hope to see Dave Ashley back in Arlington soon.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Karen Crowell
Host Club:
Canucks - Lewisville, TX
March 15, 2007 - Lewisville TX - It was Canucks in Lewisville and a packed comedy house where we caught Karen Crowell hosting a comedy night and some interesting Dallas comedians. Karen kicked off the night with a strong host set. A veteran comedian, Karen has a repertoire and a range that really put the pressure on the following acts. Clearly not impressed by dating decoration. But it was her cosmetics job that showed the prankster. She shot some hard laughs out starting with her reference to pizza and damaging the Dominos brand with a subliminal implant that I may never shake. She had some great lines regarding her friends opinions about her ex-girlfriend. Karen is always delivering fresh material that will have you in stitches. Buying SMU, George Bush's library and her Dad driving for work. Classic. You have to catch Karen one of Dallas' a great standups.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Alfred the Alley Cat
Host Club:
Canucks - Lewisville, TX
March 15, 2007 - Lewisville TX - Canucks in Lewisville was the stage and house where we caught Alfred the Alley Cat circling a small stage with some high energy comedy. Originally from Great Britain, Alfred is still adjusting to the expense of American "Freedom". Clearly a topic influenced by the American "Work Ethic". Alfred is a different breed of cat. Funny. Not the kind you normally picture in pink and maybe not the best choice based on his story.
Alfred was non-stop fast moving standup with some traditional British style impression work. He better stick to
comedy, it doesn't sound like his NASA career is going anywhere. Great set very funny. Catch Alfred being funny... you'll laugh.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Sam Kim
Host Club:
Canucks - Lewisville, TX
March 15, 2007 - Lewisville TX - Sam Kim "The Asian Comic in Dallas"... well maybe not the only one but maybe one of the funniest.
Sam is a funny guy, you are going to like him. A mix of story and one line zingers, Sam stands with his feet glued to the floor an animated bobble-body in constant motion. Sam delivers a casual comedy and is a natural comedian. He knows the secret to pineapple and now we do to. Sam took us through the cultural looking glass with a clever series of comedy twists resulting in serious laughs. You will want to see Sam. Great work.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Gary Hood Benefit Roast
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
November 1, 2006 - Arlington TX -
Some really nice things happen in comedy. It was Hyena's in Arlington Texas, fast
becoming one of the hottest comedy clubs in Texas. Graciously hosted, Jim and his staff
had their hands full during this well attended Benefit Roast. It was
a Benefit Roast for comedy legend Gary Hood. The list of roasters and attendees were
a testimony to the career and influence Gary Hood has had on comedians
and the comedy industry nationwide. This evening every comic gave it their best.
The night was hosted by Dan Marryman, a great choice, for his knowledge and
friendship with Gary. Dan is
clearly a master of the road that knows comedy and delivers funny with every line.
Dan did a great job wrangling as some of Texas' best comedians as they took the stage
for a night of original performances to roast the "Godfather of Comedy". As with most
"roasts", the roasters took some of the heat but it was definately a Gary Hood night.
We saw most of the talented Roasters deliver some of the funniest material on a comedy
stage in years. Chris Dodgen, clearly stood out as one of the best in a talented
group of writers, culminating in a heart felt toast to Gary. Dustin Ybarra showed
why he's a star rising delivering laughs and fielding quite a few shots from the rest.
Raj Sharma offered a polished and very creative roast, a real comedic tribute to a comedy
Guru. Richard Estrada was actually the first up, setting the bar high with a great roast
and one of the stronger deliveries in the team. Lee Huber was another audience favorite
with some solid material keeping the audience well entertained. What can you say about
the comical ramblings of the highly disconnected Bill West? His stream of unconsciousness
roast was an adventure. He doesn't get violent, right? Mark Agee was
absent but not one to be missed, he sent in his door blasting roast on paper, read by
Chris Dodgen, clearly Mark didn't have to be present to deliver some of the best comedy
of the night. Angela Ice and Shelly Alexis proved they had heart. They took some of the
toughest shots of the night making it a funnier night and easier for the rest. They truly
must care for Gary. All in all, it was a showcase of great comedy and great comedians
clearly a resounding tribute to their mentor, their friend and a national treasure, the
"Godfather of Comedy", Gary Hood.
Please contact
Hyenas Comedy Night Club in Arlington if you would like to assist
with Gary Hood's medical expenses. Insurance is an unaffordable necessity for some
of our greatest stand-up comedians.
"The Sunday night Hyena's house was sold out twice in the same night by the "Commixx", a team of 18-19
Dallas/Ft Worth area stand-up comedians with individual reputations built on years of heart stopping
laughs. Together they are a comedy force, able to pack any house and deliver some of the hottest comedy
to scorch the face of the earth. If you have not seen this team in action, you have not seen comedy in
DFW. The "Commixx" are the "Who's Who" of DFW urban comedy. These guys need a television show NOW!!!!
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DaMone Jones
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"It was Da'Mone Jones hosting a night of Commixx comedy at Hyena's. It's been a while since we've seen
Da'Mone take the stage. Mostly new material and the house was rock'n as Da'Mone started talk'n. It was high
energy social commentary with rapid fire laugh generating brain twisting lines. Da'Mone is 20 years of comedy
preparation exploding on the stage. This is a powerful comedian. See him!
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Da'Mone Jones just released his second DVD. "Fight go wit it! Raw!" Checkout his web site!
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Gutter
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"In from New Orleans it was Gutter playing to the second sold out Commixx house of the night at Hyena's in
Arlington . A little bit reggae and a lot funny Gutter like "Talk'n Real Life" and Texas drivers were the first
laugh on his mind for the night but not the last. Gutter had plenty to say about "special" kids and "special"
church. This Texas newcomer has comedy. Check him out on area comedy stages." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Mama Michelle
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"Mama Michelle was the next up at the sold out Commixx show at Hyena's - Arlington. Never seen Mama Michelle
before? Robin is hilarious. Get ready for some leg grabb'n, chair rocking, hard rolling laughter. Mama Michelle
kicks it off strong. It was some of the best comedy we've seen. She has a unique approach on familiar
topics. Just when you thought you'd heard it she twisted it taking a completely different comedy path.
Kids, school, divorce, house cleaning, checks and diets... It was all different and very funny. You a
re going to want to see a Mama Michelle show, promise." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Joe Fox
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"It was a Joe Fox night at the Commixx show at Hyena's in Arlington. Joe rocked the house in the best set I've ever
seen him do. All funny, all the time. More topics and more punchlines! More time! Joe even left some of his best bits
out, proving a depth of funny comedy that America's top headliners rarely match. Joe is all class and clearly a
national comedy power. This is a comedy headliner! Give him the minutes and he will deliver the comedy. Watch for Joe
Fox. His style and timing are perfect for sitcom television." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Marvin Michaels
Host Club:
Hyenas - Arlington, TX
"Marvin Michaels closed out the second sellout Commixx show at Hyena's in Arlington. Marvin is the master of "Broke-down
Comedy" some of his funniest material is "broke-down". Makes you think he lives in a broke-down world. In from LA,
Marvin is a master of Stand-up Improv. Contemporaneous comedic repartee, on anything from dangling ceiling tiles to his
1988 Volvo DL. This comic explained the importance of carrying change in LA if you want to avoid advice from the street.
Looks like Subway Sandwiches has a new spokesman if they can take the comedy. It's always something new and funny with
Marvin. Great to see him again. Make sure you do the same next time he's in town!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Tim Taylor
Host Club:
Ojedas - Plano, TX
"It was Tim "Tornado" Taylor spining the stage at Ojeda's in Plano for a rip roaring set. Tim has energy and a kind
of enthusiasm for laughs. Tim has a comedy style all his own. You have to see him to believe you just saw him.
Live comedy. Tim is as alive as it gets! Wow!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Ernesto Lopez
Host Club:
Ojedas - Plano, TX
"We caught Ernesto Lopez featuring for a packed house at Ojeda's in Plano. Ernesto delivers a rock solid comedy
the audience loves. Refreshingly clean, Ernesto has the audience rolling with every punchline. He has a strong
command of the stage, confident and in control. Every now and then
there is a joke, a performance that sticks in your head even after 400 other comedians. He's got it. Ernesto has a
closer that drives audiences crazy. But even without the closer, this is a comedian that's going places. The time will
come when Ernesto Lopez plays to packed concert venues, he has IT. Catch him on stage for some great laughs."
- Review by the Comedy Critic
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CedMan
Host Club:
Ben's Half Yard House - Dallas, TX
"CJ Carter aka CedMan took the stage in a packed room at the 2006 Gong Show Finals. The partisan crowd was in no mood for comedy after the belly dancer. But CedMan was all pro delivering his brand of hilarious comedy. CedMan was in command by the end of his alloted 4-mins. All funny and all pro, CedMan can handle the crowd. Great show and a great effort. CedMan is clearly one of Dallas' top comedians and a crowd pleaser." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Dustin Ybarra
Host Club:
Ben's Half Yard House - Dallas, TX
"Dustin Ybarra takes a big win with the 2006 105.3FM Gong Show in Dallas at Ben's Half Yard House. In packed house
it was a master performance with Dustin Ybarra bringing comedy that shut the house down. Dustin beat some of Dallas'
top comedy professionals including CedMan, Jerry Rocha, and Laura Cole. An exciting night for Dustin and Dallas Comedy.
Dustin even blew away the belly dancer, two vocalists, story teller and a magician. His 'Stand-in Stand-up' was a
hit again! Dustin Ybarra is one of Dallas' most creative comedians always exploring the cutting edge with a verbal
probe" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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CedMan
Host Club:
Ben's Half Yard House - Dallas, TX
"CJ Carter aka CedMan took the stage in a packed room at the 2006 Gong Show Finals. The partisan crowd was in no mood
for comedy after the belly dancer. But CedMan was all pro delivering his brand of hilarious comedy. CedMan was in
command by the end of his alloted 4-mins. All funny and all pro, CedMan can handle the crowd. Great show and a great
effort. CedMan is clearly one of Dallas' top comedians and a crowd pleaser." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Jerry Rocha
Host Club:
Ben's Half Yard House - Dallas, TX
"Jerry Rocha took the stage at the Ben's Half Yard House Gong Shows Finals. It was
cold... the audience didn't get it! An Improv headliner, Jerry came out punching with a comedy assault that generally
produces or bruses. If you've seen Jerry, you know this is a REAL comedian, people pay big bucks at the Improv to see
this emerging star perform but this was not a receptive crowd. Just goes to show, every audience is different. It
isn't always the comedian. Jerry was funny, is funny and the crowd had just seen the magician." - Review by the
Comedy Critic
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Laura Cole
Host Club:
Ben's Half Yard House - Dallas, TX
"Laura Cole delivered at the Ben's Half Yard House Gong Show Finals. This may be one of the toughest performances
for Laura. In spite of a mix-up in performance order, Laura came through with a great set in a rough wake left by
Jerry Rocha. Un-nerved by an early call to the stage, Laura made the best of it. Having seen Laura many times... it's
always been clear this comedian is one of Dallas' best. She's very funny and her appearance in the finals is a
testimony to her potential. When you see her, you'll love her, one of Dallas' rising stars!" - Review by the Comedy
Critic
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Eric Lokke
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Eric Lokke, in from LA, doing a hot guest spot at the Addison Improv. It was Eric's quick wit and
lightening tongue taking a big swinging slap at stereotypes for air gasping laughs. All new material in a much
too short set. Forget "PC". Eric takes a verbal baseball bat to stereotypical sensitivity. One of the hottest
sets of the hot night. Even his off the cuff shot at a "cellphone-talking" audience member was a rapid-fire burst
of thoroughly original stereotypical oneline assaults that had the audience in stitches. Eric delivers a perfected
comedy with sustainable substance that is cleverly crafted for gut grabbing, brain twisting laughter. LA has
discovered him, makes you wonder how long it will take Dallas to figure it out. " - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Jerry Rocha
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We got to see Jerry Rocha HEADLINING a packed Wednesday at the Addison Improv. Jerry is a raw ride on a rough
road. So funny you'll drop your pants just to make sure everything is still attached. Holy cow, the audience was
stunned into absolute submission. It was a jaw dropping, paint blistering performace the likes of which
comedy rarely sees. Jerry shatters social grace, good taste and kills doing it. Move over and make space for the
talent of another comedy legend. I am dead serious when I say, "The audience was deprived of oxygen between shocked
gasps and uncontrollable laughter." Jerry is headshaking amazing and raw." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Anthony Perez
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
We caught Anthony Perez hosting a packed house at the Addison Improv. Anthony plays comedy hardball. Fast insiders
with a bit of spin. Comedy is Anthony's middle name. His stand-up just keeps getting stronger. Great job of hosting
and an even better job delivering laughs. Anthony Perez is solid talent and great material. You have to see him." -
Review by the Comedy Critic
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Waylon Haselhorst
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Waylon Haselhorst doing an guest spot in front of a packed Addison Improv house. It was great to see Waylon
again. Waylon has a comedy style that audiences love. His abreviated set was a powerful comedy "one-two" that had the
audience in stitches. Great work, enjoyed it." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Johnny Elbow
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Johnny Elbow with new material in a strong guest spot at the Improv in Addison. Another packed house and a
great comedy set. Johnny Elbow has really grown with strong comedy material everyone can love. It was obvious Johnny
is ready for prime time. Another strong comedian in the Dallas market. Too bad the sets were so short. " - Review by
the Comedy Critic
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Billy McFarland
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Billy McFarland was doing the Addison Improv and the crowd loved him. Billy is a natural or at least he makes it look
that way. Always funny, I've never seen him bonmb. Quirky off-center humor that you have to love. Billy is great
material and solid stage. Another impressive performance. He's always the cool Billy McFarland... and definately
headed for fame." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Cristela Alonzo
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Cristela Alonzo featured in front of a packed Addison Improv delivering some of the best comedy we've ever seen from
Cristela. She was all bling and boy can she sing '80's with a passion. Not sure why she would insert the "F" word in
front of, after and in to so many otherwise well written jokes. Using any other word would still have gone beyond
redundent. Cristela was a hit with her adopted home town crowd this trip back from LA. Every time she comes back she
is stronger. Any stronger and this stage pacing, high energy comedian will blow the walls out. Cristela is one of the
strongest comedy acts to hit the Addison stage." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Joey Medina
Host Club:
Hyenas - Fort Worth, TX
"It was Hyenas in Arlington this time and Joey Medina. The legendary Latin stand-up comedian performed to a series of
sold-out audiences at Hyenas proving Dallas/Fort Worth love Joey and Joey delivered an all-pro polished show... He is
comedy confidence delivering a smooth style comedy that generated big laughs from start to finish. Solidly funny with
a theatrical flourish that showed experience and taste. Joey's take on relationships kicked it all off and then there
were those classic, chair bending comedy blasters... his use of the word "Tortilla" in airports... and his dolphin
imitation.... sitting in the Gay bar... ohhhhh yaaaa... Joey's in town. A great night for comedy, Hyenas brought in
the best of the best and the audience loved him. Joey killed. A genuinely nice guy on the stage and off. I am a big
Joey Medina fan and you will be too. Get the tickets next time he's in your town." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Flo Hernandez
Host Club:
Hyenas - Fort Worth, TX
"Flo Hernandez did Hyenas in Arlington with his character developing, stage blasting, high energy comedy. It was a
sold out Joey Medina audience with a love for anything funny and Flo was that in spades. Another cement cracking
performance with all new material. A smart pairing for Hyenas. The Texas Latin Fireball and the classy Comedy Legend
in a night of brilliant comedy. Flo was a dynamo, delivering a flowing (pun - ha ha) set with narrated vignettes
from a hilarious perspective only Flo can deliver. His Tex-Mex with subtitles made translation easy for the most
Angelo of us. Flo is showing what the future of stand-up can be. Hot Hot... Hot Hot HOT! For a good time...
Call...Flo!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Gary Hood
Host Club:
Hyenas - Fort Worth, TX
"Gary Hood played to the sold-out Hyenas crowd abusing Arkansas, cousins, convenience stores, and terrorists in under
10 minutes of rip-roaring comedy. Not much time for a comedy legend, but the "God Father of Comedy" earned his national
historic monument status by planting his two feet behind a mic and delivering consistent big laugh comedy periodically
punctuated with a trademark genuflect. Still want to see more of this master at work. Gary is 100% funny.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Big Chris
Host Club:
Hyenas - Fort Worth, TX
"We caught newcomer Big Chris doing a very funny guest spot in front of a sold out Joey Medina crowd at Hyena's.
Stand back, Big Chris is going to have a big impact on comedy. With only months on stage this is one funny guy.
One of the most promising new comedians we've seen. Keep it up Chris! Book him so we can catch him.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Bob Spencer
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Bob Spencer was at the Improv in Addison to entertain the sell out crowd. This is a comedian that understands pronouns
even if his boss doesn't. Bob had the crowd rolling as he explained the disadvantage of being truly disenfranchised or
something funnier than that. I think the audience was going to come unglued when he explained how women view baldness.
Bob can make an audience laugh. Take a friend and have some fun the next time you hear Bob is appearing.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Tom Davenport
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Tom Davenport at the Addison Improv making people laugh. This strongly confident comedian is a dubious
spokesman for the Mosquito Breeders Association. Taste for yourself... Tom is a guaranteed laugh. From swimming
pools to miraculous tomatoes Tom is just a little twisted with a choking swallow of funny. He feels your pain if
you are a guy shopping in the paint department. Just ask him about Kevin. You'll want to see Tom Davenport.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Tom McDonough
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Tom McDonough on stage at the Addison Improv. An advertising copywriter, Tom is funny delivering big
laugh humor the crowd could relate to. This is a comedian to watch. He will catch you looking the other way and
zing a few in for some major laughs. His doctor office routine was classic. His ant fitness material was truly
unique. Watch for Tom at a club near you. Very funny." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Angela Ice
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"It was Angela Ice delivering big laughs at Addison's Improv. Fresh in from her appearance on NBC's "Last Comic
Standing" Austin tryouts, Angela showed the audience why she was one of the comedians called back for the Austin
Showcase. The sold out audience loved her. More relaxed and confident than ever, and that's the secret, Angela was
really funny. She's been writing! From her special "Airport Welcome" to her bit on "Sign Language", it was exciting
to see that special comedy spark in Angela's set. Great material, smooth presentation, and very funny! You'll want
to catch Angela, she'll make you laugh." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Johnny Elbow
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Johnny Elbow found the funny part of the stage at the Addison Improv, His comedy puts the "Boom Boom" in your heat.
Johnny was killing with over 50% new material and some of the funniest of the night. Johnny was hot covering New
Year's balls, Temple Texas, diapers, suggestions for Hobby Lobby and talent scouting 5-year olds. If Johnny keeps
writing material at this level he'll be one of the funniest comedians in Dallas." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Jack Parker
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Jack Parker was a refreshing surprise at the Addison Improv where he played to a packed house. Jack does comedy.
Wow Jack... very funny material. From being carded in Denny's to reverse lottery playing Jack is absolutely funny.
This is the first time we've seen Jack to a full set and it was nothing but hilarious. Time to put Jack in the
line-up for all the area comedy clubs. Jack is a contender. Catch Jack and get a few laughs." - Review by the
Comedy Critic
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Shaun Arredondo
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"We caught Shaun Arredondo at the Addison Improv.with a strong comedy set that had the sell-out Monday night
audience rolling in the isles. Shawn was solid funny with a comfortable polished delivery. Not a fan of "step"
programs it's clear Shawn is a party animal but dubious regarding the magic in chasing worms. He admitted to
removing his top for beers." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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AJ Irwin
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"It was AJ Irwin at the Addison Improv. Describing the challenges of having a son in college. This ex-border guard
was talking no prisoners with a twisted story about keeping "child parts", teeth, hair and other droppings. This guy
is funny. Hope to hear more about "border bears" in the future." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Kim Story
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Then came newcomer Kim Story to the Addison Improv.with some great material. Kim is a comedian to watch. She has as
this comedy thing down. In a theatrical style, Kim delivered some great material in Pig Latin. That's a first! And it
worked. She kept the crowd laughing with her take on business. Best of all we found out she stands in restrooms and
waves at paper towel dispensers." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Eddie Tann
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Eddie Tann took the stage at the Addison Improv proving that the he's got jokes. Eddie delivers fast set-ups with
solid punchlines and some of the best jokes of the night. This is a comedian with legs who comes from a bush. Ask
him about letters in alphabet languages. Hope to see Eddie again soon. Very funny!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Ralph Weber
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Ralph Webber played to a packed out house at the Addison Improv. Ralph has a problem with conversational hair
stylists and having to keep neighbor kids. Ralph has decided against exploring closets and found his wife a hobby.
Ralph is a strong comedian with solid material audiences love. Check out Ralph!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Doug Cowell
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Doug Cowell did the Improv in Addison with a full house on a Monday night. I liked Doug. Doug is funny. Whether
dealing with the challenges of dating, scheduling or conversations Doug can really deliver comedy you want to laugh
at. Pick a topic and I think Doug can make you laugh. Sneezes, allergies, and cats... His cat imitation killed.
Bring it on Doug... See you next time!" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Amelia Kleymann
Host Club:
IMPROV - Addison, TX
"Amelia Kleymann rattled the stage at the Addison Improv Monday as a sold out audience erupted into laughs with every
line. Amilia believes in celebrating the common events of daily life. Her material connected, some of the best of the
night. From taste testing, to bonus donuts Amelia is 100% stand-up comedian. Someone needs to book her. I want to see
more of this comedian. She has that special spark that is naturally funny. Get tickets to see Amelia anywhere you can!
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Pat Hamlon
Host Club:
Jerami's Bar and Grill - Dallas, TX
"We caught Pat Hamlon doing comedy at Jerami's in Dallas. Great show! Pat is a master of observational, current
events comedy. Every joke an observation scraped from the pages of a newspaper or television show. Pat's insight
and quick wit produces some classic lines, crowds love him. Pat's slow delivery gives audiences a chance to
catchup with the intellectual fastballs, knuckleballs and change-ups. His Irish dialect jokes could be a career
maker, popular and funny. Please keep that in your act it was refreshingly entertaining. If you get a chance to
experience Hamlon brand comedy, do it. Pat is different and very funny." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Richard Houghton
Host Club:
Jerami's Bar and Grill - Dallas, TX
"It was Richard Houghton at Jerami's in North Dallas. Richard, may well become know for his dog walking.
Apparently he's being singled out. A parent of teens need I say more. probably.. Richard delivers comedy
from a dad's viewpoint. Suburban humor with a twist. Hope to see more of Richard. Very funny.
" - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Gary Hood
Host Club:
Carsons Live - Addison, TX
"We caught Gary Hood hosting a new comedy room at Carson's Live in North Dallas called the "Backstage Pazz". It was a hot
start to full out comedy assault by some of the top comedy talent in town. Gary, the guru of comedy for many of the industry's
now famous top comics, launched by explaining his ill conceived plans for New Year's sobriety, just a warm-up for a hysterical
comedy blast at the trailer park contingent, most likely absent a venue like Carsons Live. It was on to Arkansas for more
laughs. Gary merged a West Coast casual delivery spiced by Texas clarity on topics ranging from politics to health concerns.
He let the six packs and brisket fly. Gary delivers solid comedy with lightening flash lines. Get ready to laugh any time
Gary is on the ticket." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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Todd Justice
Host Club:
Carson's Live - Addison, TX
"It was a Todd Justice night at Carson's Live comedy room the Backstage Pazz. Back from his 3 month extended run across
Canada. I can just see Todd high stepping it across the northlands, now that's an image. Todd brought back an entirely new
comedy set. New topics, more killer expressions. Todd was at his funniest as he rolled the audience with his perplexingly
dysfunctional functionalisms in the air or by car it was all funny. We shared a "red carpet moment" when he explained he
was wearing "Poverty". The audience loved it as he reinvented the vocals to a couple of popular tunes giving a whole new
meaning to "cover". His head showed a bit less shine (taking a break from shaving) but his comedy was blinding as usual.
If you missed it, you should regret it. Todd is a master of comedy. Get the tickets for a great comedy night!" - Review by
the Comedy Critic
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Tommy Vaughn
Host Club:
Carson's Live - Addison, TX
"Next up at "Backstage Pazz" was Tommy Vaughn doing a guest spot. This ex-Marine has a way with mic stands and kids. While
his Spanish won't qualify him as a latin linguist he's definitely got the language of comedy down. Tommy is funny. Make
sure you catch him. Tommy delivers a great laugh." - Review by the Comedy Critic
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