February 2-4
Basile!
Three Nights Only!
BANG - you laugh! POW - you grab your sides! CRUNCH - you try to catch your breath!
Once you've seen this comedian's rough and tough opener, it's hard to believe that off-stage he's also the voice of Universal Studio's beloved "Bullwinkle Moose."
Critics call his opening bit the funniest in the country when he appears unplugged and in concert to sell-out crowds in comedy clubs and theatres across the U.S.
A pinch of Basile turns the ordinary into the extraordinary! Basile's spicy blend of improvisation and characters make for a great recipe for your entertainment pleasure.
Yes, he has a soft side - but this "teddy bear" is stuffed with high explosives that will blow the audience through the roof!
February 7-11
Dan O'Sullivan
with Special Valentine's Day Weekend Package on Saturday
Is America ready for Dan O'Sullivan's provactive thoughts? Hell, yes!
This self proclaimed relationship expert learned some tough lessons when going through a divorce many years ago. He has turned that into a positive experience by sharing his wealth of knowledge with both men and women, young and old.
With Dan O'Sullivan you'll see and hear a full show's worth of hilarious, fast-paced, uninhibited adult oriented topics. Think of it as a Love/Sex/Relationship seminar. Dan has been advising audiences on the road for many years.
You've seen Dan O'Sullivan on HBO, Showtime, and the A&E Networks. Now you have a chance to see him live and in person at the Funny Stop.
February 14-18
Mark Anthony
with TBA
Mark Anthony (yes..that's his real name) grew up Cleveland, OH. As a kid he always wanted to perform as a singer in a rock band, but never had enough confidence in his own voice. So he went into his next love...comedy.
As a kid he listened to Redd Foxx and Richard Pryor (when his Mom wasn't around) and imitated the jokes he heard to his friends. As a heavy kid, he learned humor was a good weapon to use to avoid being picked on in school.
Mark gets his material from life, being overweight, being married, growing up in the inner-city, and listening to rock and roll. Mark's mixed bag of sources makes for a refreshingly different, very funny show. Mark has performed in most of the fifty states and Canada in venues from West Point Military Academy to Westward Ho in South Dakota (Don't even ask!)
Mark has appeared on Comedy Central and The Black Entertainment Television Network. He is considered to be "too on the edge" for Jay Leno, but "not dirty enough" for Def Jam.
February 21-24
Chad Zumock
with TBA
Chad Zumock was headed down "Priority Lane" in life but, twenty-five firings and at least that many disastrous relationships later, found himself on "Screw-up Blvd".
Fortunately, Chad's many-times humiliating experiences with work, woman, and booze have translated into the kind of material that has made him into one of the brightest up and comers in stand-up comedy.
The former 2.4 GPA Kent State college graduate captivates audiences with his brutal honesty and quick-slacker wit. His likeability and always-candid appraisal of the tattered ruin of his life is what connects him with all kinds of audiences.
Chad likes to laugh at his own misfortune, and so will you.
Zumock performs all over the US and recently contributed and helped co-write a humor book called, "Look at My Striped Shirt!: Confessions of the People You Love to Hate".
Chad's professional life has included appearances in numerous commercials, time as a regular on Spike TV's "The Playbook", as well as live appearances from the Muni Lot prior to Cleveland Browns home games during WOIO-TV 19's "Tailgate 19" pregame show as a tie-in to his weekday afternoon gig on 100.7 WMMS radio in Cleveland.
February 25
T.J. Miller
One Night Only!
The Funny Stop welcomes T.J. Miller for his first ever appearance at the club.
T.J. Miller has recently in Mike Judge's latest film EXTRACT and Dreamworks' SHE'S OUT OF MY LEAGUE.
In 2009 T.J. Miller was named one of Variety's "Top 10 Comics to Watch" as well as one of Entertainment Weekly's "Next Big Things in Comedy."
Miller also starred in the JJ Abrams produced feature CLOVERFIELD for Paramount and in the Russo Brothers show CARPOOLERS on ABC television.
This Denver, Colorado native did sketch, standup and improve comedy for about 4 years before moving to Chicago where his versatility could be better demonstrated, including voiceover work for Old Style, Second City Las Vegas, and the Chicago Historical Society as well as appearances on the PBS show The Standard Deviants and in various DVDs and school educational programs.
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You've seen him on the big screen. Now see T.J. Miller live and in person at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
Do not forget... this is a ONE NIGHT ONLY APPEARANCE!
Make your reservations now by calling 330-923-4700 or risk missing out as T.J. Miller's 8 and 10:30 PM shows are bound to sell out.
February 28-March 1
Tim Folger
With TBA
Don't wait to have fun, make fun where ever you go and whatever you do.
Tim Folger's show takes you on a wild ride that draws on every aspect of "real life." From relationships... family to marrage,
kids, divorce, and jobs... just find the fun in life and ride the wave out.
For nearly 20 years Tim Folger has performed in comedy clubs, colleges and corporate events all over the world including multiple
European comedy tours.
You may have seen Tim in his appearance in "The Shawshank Redemption" or have been touched by his TV commercial and radio work.
Tim Folger offers a fresh brewed sense of humor. It's a laugh, snort, and shoot beer through your nose kind of a good time.
March 2-3
Tammy Pescatelli
with TBA
TWO NIGHTS ONLY! - FRIDAY and SATURDAY!
Growing up with all brothers will give a girl from Cleveland two things: a great sense of security and an even greater sense of
humor. Indeed, comedienne Tammy Pescatelli got her fair share of both, but her sense of humor is what has made her one of
America's funniest and hardest working women of comedy.
Beating out thousands for the enviable spot as part of the Final Five on NBC's "Last Comic Standing 2 ," catapulted Tammy's career
and won her a slew of new fans, solidifying her as one of the sharpest women in the comedy world. Tammy has appeared twice as a
guest on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," and "Dennis Miller" and has been a featured comic on PAX's "Balderdash", National
Lampoon's "Funny Money", NBC's "Last Comic Standing: The Best of the Best" and Comedy Central's "The World Stands Up!"
Tammy also recently appeared in her own half-hour special for Comedy Central, "Comedy Central Presents: Tammy Pescatelli". She has also
performed on the "Jerry Lewis Telethon" several times. More recently, she has performed on "TBS's Evening at the Laugh Factory,"
"Last Call with Carson Daly," and has been a guest a number of times on the syndicated show "Comics Unleashed", and chosen for
their "Best of the Best" world wide top selling DVD!
Tammy's current schedule is jam-packed with headlining appearances at top comedy clubs and venues across the country, as well as
adding her comedic observations to specials on VH1, E!, G4, A&E, Country Music Television, and TV Land.
She also was featured weekly as part of the "Fashion Police" panel for US Weekly. And giving pros a run for their money in the
poker department, Tammy recently participated in the GSN poker series "Poker Royale: Comedians vs. Pros," making it all the way to
the finals. Tammy also co-stars in the upcoming indie films Everybody Wants to Be Italian, Single: The Documentary, and Made in
Brooklyn.
Most recently, she has been writing for TBS and performing all over the country.
Tammy's new material comes from her recent marriage, living around family and giving birth to a boisterous baby boy. When people
ask her "Where do you get your material?" Tammy famously replies, "I wake up!"
March 5-10
The Disgruntled Clown
with TBA
After a several year absence... HE'S BACK!
He's 6'5" and doesn't do children's parties. Brace yourself for one of the wildest shows you will ever see.
The Disgruntled Clown's material covers a wide range of topics -- from employment opportunities, marital issues, disciplining children, achieving financial independence, sports and much, much more. No two shows are ever alike.
If you are looking for politically correct comedy, keep walking!
The Clown uses props throughout his show for "virtual" enhancement, but do not misunderstand. At 6'5" and 285 lbs. The Clown refuses to let anybody else take control of HIS show!
The Disgruntled Clown has made regular appearances on FOX TV commercials. He has been featured in other network commercials, appearing both in and out of character.
March 16-17
Tim Cavanaugh
with TBA
TWO NIGHTS ONLY! - FRIDAY and SATURDAY!
Fans of comedy will quickly recognize Tim Cavanaugh from his television appearances on ABC, Showtime, and Comedy Central as well
as his songs that are a staple on radio's "Bob & Tom Show" and "Dr. Demento", plus his live appearances with Jay Leno, Jerry
Seinfeld, and Drew Carey.
Cavanaugh has entertained audiences across America for over 25 years. His clean and engaging comedy has made him a favorite performer. In a profile of Tim Cavanagh, Dr. Demento said of him, "That man is a master of word play." Chicago Magazine calls Tim "a wonderful original whose songs poke fun at yet embrace people--a real relief from the sexist ploys many stand-ups believe they must engage in..." In Pittsburgh writes that Tim "performs one of the best and cleanest acts on the comedy circuit... Cavanagh uses brilliant word-play in stories and songs..."
Tim has released 3 separate comedy CD's including "Sounds Like Fun!" containing 18 original comedy songs, "The One Minute Song Volume 1" featuring 29 comedy songs and pieces, and most recently "The One Minute Song Volume 2" which is a collection of 24 bits and songs Tim wrote and performed live on "The Bob & Tom Show".
This is the first return appearance Tim Cavanaugh at the Funny Stop since his record breaking New Year's Eve 2008 extravagana.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a master on stage... Tim Cavanaugh, live and in person at the Funny Stop!
April 11
Jim Florentine
Special Wednesday Night Only Appearance
Jim Florentine is the co-host of VH1 Classic's hit heavy metal talk show series, "That Metal Show." The program is a round table talk show where legends of rock hang out and discuss their past and current projects in front of a live studio audience. Rolling Stone Magazine just dubbed "That Metal Show" one of the 50 Best Reasons to watch TV.
He is also best known as the voice of Special Ed from Comedy Central's Crank Yankers and as the guy who spends his days turning the tables on Telemarketers. His latest live comedy CD/DVD and Metal Blade Records Cringe 'n' Purge Debuted at #5 on the Comedy Billboard Charts.
He most recently participated in The Roast Of Zakk Wylde and has been seen on the Apprentice, The Joy Behar Show, Chelsea Lately, Down and Dirty with Jim Norton on HBO, Red Eye on Fox News Channel, Meet The Creeps, Comedy Central's "Mother Load," HBO's "Inside the NFL," Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn, The Howard Stern Show, Spike TV's Video Game Awards, MTV Music Video Awards, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Call with Carson Daly, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn on Comedy Central, VH1's "The List," and Louie Anderson's "Comedy Showcase." He can also be seen in the dramedy "A Little Help" with Jenna Fischer.
Don't miss out on this ONE NIGHT ONLY and FIRST TIME EVER APPEARANCE at the Funny Stop. Make your reservations today by calling 330-923-4700.