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Robert
Klein
In 1975, Robert Klein was the first comedian to appear in a live concert on Home Box Office. He has
done eight one-man shows for HBO. He was the star of the hit NBC series Sisters and has made more than 100 appearances
on The Tonight Show and The Late Show with David Letterman. Robert
Klein just came out with "The HBO Specials", which is a 4-DVD set from SRO.
Visit
his website at: www.robertklein.com
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Jackie
"The Jokeman" Martling
Jackie Martling is
an American comedian, comedy writer, musician, composer and actor. He is best known as "Jackie The Joke Man,"
a former cast member and later head writer for The Howard Stern Show. Martling joined the Howard 100/101 Sirius
Radio channels and now has a new show called "Jackie's Joke Hunt."
Visit
his website at: www.jokeland.com
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Tom
Shillue
The New York Times
called him "Inspired," and the New York Post said, simply, "Brilliant". Backstage named him the Top New
York Comic, saying "There isn't anything Shillue can't do," and fans on the Comedy Central website voted
Tom one of the top ten comedians in the country in their annual showdown.
Visit
his website at: www.tomshillue.com
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TJ
Del Reno
Your host for the evening TJ Del Reno has
done voice over work for many television and radio commercials. TJ was seen in a documentary for the Upright Citizens
Brigade Theatre on VH-1 and has performed at the UCB theatre with his improv troupe Scotchatory Tape.
Visit his website at: www.tjdelreno.com
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Marc
Sinodinos
Marc Sinodinos is the
2005 Canadian College Comedy Award Winner and he is considered to be one of the most original and well versed comics in Canada.
Some people think he's offensive, some think he's a genius, most find him hilarious. Marc is known for having some
of the most ridiculous and thought provoking material. Edgy, silly, unique and clever are just some words that describe one
of the most requested comics in Canada.
Visit his website at: www.myspace.com/marcsino
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Michele
Balan
Michele Balan was one of the four finalists on NBC's Last Comic Standing and she is The Last
Woman Comic Standing! Voted one of the top 10 Comics by Backstage Magazine in 2004, Michele is a brash New York stand-up comedian
who has performed on Comedy Central, at Montreal's Just for Laughs, as well as in top comedy clubs, theatres,
festivals and on cruises all over the country. Michele has come out with "Michele Balan Live!" on DVD from
SRO.
Visit her website at: www.comicbalan.com
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Barry
Dougherty
Barry Dougherty
is the "Voice of the Friar's Club." He is the editor of the Friar's Club magazine, the
Epistle and has written jokes for Roasts and speeches for many celebrity comedians. He has been covering Friar's
Club events for over 15 years, and during that time he has written numerous comedy books.
Visit his website at: www.barrydougherty.com
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Marc
Feinson
Marc Feinson is fast, funny,
enthusiastic and quick-witted. His limitless repertoire allows him to interact and entertain audiences of all ages for virtually
any event. His fresh up-beat style and enthusiastic delivery wins over every audience for a lifetime!
Visit
his website at: www.horizongiggles.com/national_entertainment/performers.htm
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Jeff
Pirrami
Jeff
Pirrami is a well rounded comedian. He's a 1st place prize winner of "The Comedy Show" at the Tropicana
Casino in Atlantic City. Jeff headlines in clubs and casinos across the country including Las Vegas and Atlantic
City. Pound per pound, Jeff is one of the funniest guys working today.
Visit his website at: www.heyfattboy.com
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Dan
Grimaldi
Dan Grimaldi is an American
actor who is known for his roles as Philly and Patsy Parisi on the HBO TV series, The Sopranos. He has also
had some minor film credits, most notably as mother-fixated pyromaniac Donald 'Donny' Kohler in the 1980 slasher film
"Don't Go In The House", and some guest TV appearances, including several episodes on Law & Order.
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Frank
Albanese
Frank Albanese recently appeared in last three seasons on the Sopranos in the recurring role
of Uncle Pat, Tony Sopranos favorite uncle. Mr. Albanese had principle role in the movies Godfather 1 and 3, Honor Thy Father,
The Brotherhood, Lucky Luciano, and Boys in the Band. He has appeared
on Broadway, starring role in As the World Turns, radio and television commercials.
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Maureen
Langan
Langan’s quick wit
makes her a favorite at comedy clubs all over the country. She performs at the Tropicana in Atlantic City and Las Vegas, Carolines
on Broadway, The Comic Strip, and the esteemed NY Friars Club. She was a winner of the Bud Lite Ladies of Laughter Funniest
Women Contest. She has appeared in many national commercials, in “Marci X,” a Paramount Pictures film starring
Damon Wayans, and on HBO.
Visit his website at: www.maureenlangan.com
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Ronnie
Long
Ronnie Long is an actor, comedian, writer and
producer. He's been in such films as America Gangsta with Russel Crowe and Denzel Washington and in
Hot Tomale with Carmen Electra. Some of his TV appearances include Def Comedy Jam and Comic View. He
has also been the opening act for DL Hugley, Chris Rock, LL Cool J, Anita Baker and many other celebrities!
Visit his website at: www.wilkesproductions.com/ronnie.html
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Jon Laster
Jon has taped three season's
of BET's Comic View, hosted the 1st and 2nd Underground Comedy Festival held in New York City, completed
a one-year tour with the NACA showcase, and will soon appear on Comedy Central's Premium Blend. When asked who his
influences are, he emphatically and without hesitation replies "Eddie Murphy, and Richard Pryor." Jon describes
his comedy as physical, and funny as well as diverse.
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Carol
Scibelli
Carol Scibelli is an award winning humor writer
who has written roast and stand-up comedy material. Her hilarious personal essays have appeared in The New york Times,
Newsday, The Hartford Courant and many other publications. She has written and produced several one-act plays and does member
profiles for the Friars Club Epistle. She is currently completing her memoir about the first year after her husband died called
"Poor Widow Me."
Visit his website at: www.PoorWidowMe.blogspot.com
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Joey
Callahan
Callahan was a comedy writer for Jay Leno, Jimmie "J.J."
Walker, Harry Anderson and the national bestseller "If Women Ran Things." Joey has been seen
on Comedy Central, and ESPN's "Lighter Side of Sports". Joey is also a national headliner and opening act for
such names as Joe Piscopo, Jeff Marder and Weird Al Yankovic. The Philadelphia Inquirer called
Joey "one of the most clever young comics on the comedy club scene today."
Visit
his website at: www.joeycallahan.com
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Kenneth
"Tiny" Glover
Glover
believes in doing "clean comedy" - and he practices what he preaches. Always a crowd-pleaser, Tiny's
show is not about tired routines or rehearsed spontaneity, it's about audience-driven, interactive high-energy
entertainment. Tiny doesn't just perform comedy, he is comedy!
Visit his website at: www.tinyglover.com
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Al
Caz
Refreshing
and witty, comedian Al Caz is not your ordinary comic. Refraining from caricature or shtick that gets stale quickly, Caz is
versatile in entertaining any audience. The talented and innovative performer began freelance writing for such well-watched
television shows such as "The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno, "The Late Show" with Craig Kilborn, "Saturday
Night Live's Weekend Update" with Colin Quinn, and Bill Maher's "Politically Incorrect."
Visit his website at: http://alphacentaurimgmt.com/alcaz.html
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Norman
Spizz
Norman Spizz created a new music and entertainment company,
SPN Music & Entertainment of which he is the owner and CEO. Spizz is a charter member
of ISES (International Special events Society). He also is a founder and past president of OLA, (Orchestra Leaders Association).
He is on the Board of Governors of the Friars Club and also serves on their Admissions Committee, and also works with
many other charities and networking organizations.
Visit his website at: www.spnmusic.com
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Alison Grambs
Alison Grambs is
the author of The Man Translator: Your Essential Guide to Manland; The Smart Girl's Guide To Getting Even;
Totally Silly Jokes; Crazy Christmas Jokes; Hilarious Halloween Jokes; and Nutty Names Knock-Knocks. She has
also written for numerous events at the New York Friars Club, including the Celebrity Roasts. Her acting credits include Chicago
City Limits, Annie, and a bunch of commercials no one ever saw.
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Scott Blakeman
Scott Blakeman is
one of the most popular and effective comedy teachers anywhere. For the past 20 years, Scott has taught a Stand-Up Comedy
Workshop at New York's prestigious New School University. Some of Scott's past students include The Daily Show's
Jon Stewart and Caroline Rhea. Scott was the warmup comedian for the Late Show with David Letterman and was a writer/performer
on the ABC late-night series "Where's the Party?".
Visit his website at: www.scottblakeman.com
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Stone
and Stone
Always dressed in double-breasted blazers, the Stone twins, Adam and Todd, created a two man comedy
act called "Stone and Stone" during their sophmore year at Wesleyan University. Since graduating in 2005, they have
performed at comedy clubs and theatres throughout New York city, including The Laugh Factory, the UCB Theater, Riffi, 59E59
Theatres and The Triad.
Visit
their website at: www.stoneandstone.org
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