June 30-July 3
"The Real" John King
with Jay Boc and Bill Boronky
"The Real" John King has been entertaining audiences from New York City to the midwest for three decades.
His material is suited for all types of audiences and as a seasoned performer, John has no problem switching gears whether he is performing in any type of venue from comedy club to college auditorium.
John King is both talented comedian as well as accomplished musician. John frequently closes his shows with his blues harp and some zany lyrics.
The Funny Stop showroom will be DARK on Saturday, July 4th
July 7-11
Bob Jay
with Sal Demillio
Funny Stop presents one of the most unique talents to cross our stage as Bobby Jay brings his "Voices In My Head" tour to Northeastern Ohio comedy fans.
Bobby's stand-up act, impersonations, and sound effects have recently lead him to open for Don McLean in Atlantic City, an appearance at the Los Angeles Friars Club, and the "Best Up and Coming Comic" award at Laff Across America.
Don't miss Bob Jay, appearing Tuesday through Saturday at the Funny Stop.
July 14-18
Mike Green
with Manny Shields
Mike Green's infectious enthusiasm and entertaining stories will keep you in stitches. His natural likeability, original jokes, and strong improv background makes every show a unique trip.
Don't be fooled by Mike's youthful appearance, his smooth and energetic act reflects his status as a comedic veteran.
Mike's polished act has been performed in 48 states while working with such luminaries as Tim Allen, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Titus, and Ellen Degeneres. He has headlined countless clubs and colleges from New York to Los Angeles.
Click here for Mike's website
July 19-20
Hypnotist: Will Power
Special Sunday and Monday Shows
Adult Only XXX Rated Show!
Comedy Stage Hypnotist Will Power's side-splitting humor is a sexual-romp experience that will tickle your funny bone. With a snap of the finger he will have his volunteers howling and twitching with pleasure of pure delight that keeps them on an erotic climatic high over and over again.
Leave your inhibitions at the door or you will surely be offended by something during this performance. All internal morals completely disappear as Power's performs this outrageously energetic, raw and totally hilarious show. It's over the top, uncensored and adults-only with good, clean, naughty fun.
Will Powers keeps his audience in stitches. After he puts his volunteers on stage into a hypnotic trance, they go wild with their imaginations and let their hair hang down to the delight of the audience. We"re talking huge erotic fun! It is an absolutely loud and a rocking good time as party people express their affections to adult humor like never before.
July 21-25
David Kaye
with Ben Patrick
Audiences laugh out loud, as David Kaye shares side-splitting tales of his dysfunctional family affairs, and blue-collar upbringing in Pittsburgh, PA. As the last child born to a Polish steel mill worker and a HoJo's waitress, his wry recollections of life as the "baby brother" are candidly funny. "I grew up believing that my parents were not prejudice people. However, looking back at all the beatings I took as a child, I now realize my parents hated white children."
David's tongue-in-cheek observations have continued to set off boisterous laughter and applause in corporate boardrooms, college rathskellers, and smoky nightclubs throughout the country for over fifteen years. A former mechanical engineer and more recently, trained thespian, Kaye smartly lampoons life with countless comical vignettes. Acting as narrator and cast, he morphs into a one man comedy troupe using manic mannerisms, outlandish dialects, and contorted facial expressions to convey vividly funny living snapshots of his many off-the-wall characters.
David Kaye's many credits include performances with Weird Al Yankovic, Richard Jeni, David Brenner, and Drew Carey. Along with television appearances on ABC, Comedy Central, dozens of commercials and industrial films, and a starring role in the independent film,"Creep".
David Kaye always delivers huge laughs with his original wit, a rock solid act, and genuine comedic talent. It is our pleasure to introduce northeastern Ohio to David Kaye in his first ever appearance at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
July 28-August 1
Dale Jones
with Mike Conley
For nearly 15 years Dale Jones has been perfecting his craft, becoming one of the wildest and most energetic comics in the country. America finally got its chance to see Dale's talent as he was one of the performers who advanced to the Las Vegas finals of the most recent edition of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" television show.
Dale's machine gun style of delivery and animated facial contortions combined with quick improvisations and non-stop physical comedy leaves the audience wishing they had his energy and wanting to give him a dose of Ritalin. A lot of comics are described as "high energy" but Dale's picture should show up next to the dictionary definition!
Dale Jones started his comedy career in Nashville, Tennessee. While working (mostly wasting) his days away in a factory, Dale's co-workers dared him to try his hand at his life long dream, making people laugh. He stepped on stage for the first time at an open mike night and two years later turned a dream into a reality by doing stand-up full time.
Working hard to develop an act that is truly original and non-stop funny, Dale has fashioned a show that reflects the great comedians that influenced him such as Abbott and Costello, Buster Keaton, Jerry Lewis, Tim Conway and Don Knotts. These influences along with Dale's unusual observations only enhance his unique gift for physical comedy and animated facial expressions.
Dale's success on NBC's "Last Comic Standing" added to a comedy resume that already included appearances on the nationally syndicated "Bob and Tom" radio show, being one of eight finalists in "The Great Canadian Laugh Off" competition held in Toronto, as well as his invitation to perform at The Boston Comedy Festival which is a great honor for any working comedian.
August 5-8
Tommy Blaze
with Katrina Brown
The Funny Stop welcomes back an all-time club favorite Tommy Blaze.
A veteran of the comedy stage, Blaze has appeared in every gas station, residence, warehouse, farmhouse, henhouse, outhouse, and doghouse in the country.
His comedy is opinionated, thoughtful, controversial and admittedly one sided. If you are married, single, divorced, parents, gay or lesbian, confused, young, desperate, misguided, lost or easily offended then you need Tommy Blaze to straighten you out.
In addition to comedy clubs, private corporate events, casinos, cruise ships and colleges, Tommy was series regular on the nightly comedy series The Newz (predecessor to Mad TV), appeared in the hit television show Friends, and has starred in the movies Rumpelstiltskin and Viewer Discretion Advised.
August 11-12
Keith Lenart
with TBA
We are proud to welcome Keith Lenart to the club for his first headlining appearance at the Funny Stop.
This Detroit native is multi-talented. Not only does he travel the country performing his stand-up comedy act, but he is also involved in movie industry.
Keith Lenart is likeable, enthusiastic and always fun. He blends a fast-paced delivery with popular subjects. Keith has appeared with Caroline Rhea, Bobcat Goldthawit, Judy Tunuta, Pauly Shore, and Kathaleen Madigan.
Lenart's comedy made him a competition winner on NBC's "So you Think Your Funny" while his film credentials include the Page award for best supporting actor in the screenplay Vincent as well as appearances in the Fox Pictures film "Polish Wedding", the Billy Crystal directed HBO production "61", and the third film in the American Pie series titled "American Wedding".
August 13-15
Basile
with TBA
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!
August 18-22
Rob Allen
with Jason Dixie
Since making the move from 'class clown' to 'professional comedian' Rob Allen has performed with Jamie Foxx, Martin Lawrence, Bernie Mack, Patti LaBelle, Brad Garrett, Cedric the Entertainer, as well as the late Sam Kinison and Robin Harris.
Comedy has given Rob the opportunity to become a finalist and Redd Foxx "Cutting Edge" award winner on B.E.T.'s ComicView 8 as well as appearing in comedy clubs throughout the United States, Italy, England, the Netherlands, Germany, Canada, Spain, the U.S./British Virgin Islands, and Central America.
For 2009 Rob Allen continues to pursue his comedy career as well as working on the follow up to his groundbreaking film, "Sugar"- The Movie.
August 25-29
Ryan Dalton
with Chad Zumac
Ryan Dalton is a true 'local guy does good' story.
This native of Westlake, Ohio has taken a lifetime of observations and deep thoughts and has turned them into a hilarious stand-up act that takes him to venues all over North America.
Ryan's comedy has won him numerous awards and his appearances with comedians such as Bobcat Goldthwait, Pablo Francisco, and Dom Irrera has lead him to regular appearances on the "Bob and Tom" radio show as well as an appearance on Comedy Central's "Live At Gotham" special.
Let's welcome Ryan Dalton back to northeastern Ohio for his first ever appearance at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
September 1-5
Dave Ing
with Aaron Foster
Dave Ing has been performing since the tender age of 22. He's an Aries who likes long walks on beaches, bats around .500, was tried but acquitted (but that's none of your business), and once sprained his ankle getting out of a hottub (but that's none of your business either).
Dave gets WAY too much caffeine, is good with his hands, and he's got just enough money for a whole chicken.
Ing's never been to an Amish colony, nor was he ever seen putting LSD into a butter churn (we don't even know how that rumor got started).
If Dave Ing sounds like a perfect "match" for your comedy tastes, you won't want to miss his first ever appearance at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
September 8-12
Lou Santini
with Big B
Call it sarcasm, mockery, or cynicism, audiences everywhere see Lou Santini's comedy as first-class, high-energy VENTING!
Lou's smartly-crafted, absurd anecdotes come from his "slice-of-strife" approach that originates from the truth!
Whether he's a "thumbless driver", getting "donuts to go", or a having a "showdown" with his mom, Lou's take on life's hassles and detours will stay with you for a lifetime! *
* Or until you leave the show, whichever comes first. Not valid in Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico. Some restrictions apply. Offer expires when Lou does.
With an ongoing 20-year career that includes radio, TV hosting, commercials, infomercials, voiceovers, and standup comedy, Lou Santini comes to the performance armed with universal material that appeals to the diverse crowds at the Funny Stop and with a show you won't want to miss.
September 14-19
Faye Woodroof - The Grandmother From Hell
with Amy Lilly
To look at her silvery hair and soft, expressive eyes one could fairly assume Faye is a sweet, aging grandmother with a brood of small grandchildren. Don't let the gray hair fool you! Faye Woodroof is THE GRANDMOTHER FROM HELL!
Faye Woodroof has years worth of opinions to express and stories to tell, all of which are not quite as "sweet" as audiences might expect from a grandmother! She not only targets male egos with her explanations of how she NOW views men, but she tells how she tried to eliminate a few uncooperative husbands with poison mushrooms they were not too willing to eat! Faye's stories about aging body parts and sexual escapades will make audiences laugh so hard that they will be begging to borrow her Depends! Faye even includes punch lines about "Grannies in Jail" because of an incident that occurred between a SWAT team and herself only last year!
What makes Faye's story remarkable is that she only began her career in comedy ten years ago. After raising her children and working as a clerical secretary at a school for more years than she cares to remember, Faye had finally reached the time for retirement and relaxation...that was until friends and coworkers started teasing her about growing old. The next thing everyone knew, Faye was up in front of audiences proving how alive she was by winning Showtime's Funniest Person in Tennessee and then HBO's Comic relief II National Championship. After that, Faye took her show to the road where she has been known as THE GRANDMOTHER FROM HELL ever since.
As the headlining act for clubs across the United States, Faye Woodroof is definitely in the prime of her life. Her new profession of making people laugh with stories from for past and insight into what to expect in the future has given Faye something entertaining to do in her golden years. Not only does THE GRANDMOTHER FROM HELL redefine the stereotypical grandmother of today she also lets you know that if you think the first half of life is funny, then wait until you hit the second half!
September 22-23
Sparkman
with TBA
September 24-26
Rich Vos
with TBA
Best known from NBC's hit reality show "Last Comic Standing", Rich Vos is one of the most exciting comedians in the country.
Back Stage Magazine says of Vos, "He has an uncanny 'everyman' ability to likeably bond with anyone in the audience."
A Rich Vos show features a unique, no-holds-barred perspective on relationships, divorce and parenthood.
From his rock solid material, to his lightning fast crowd work, Rich Vos proves each show why he was one of the last comics standing.
On Comedy Central Rich Vos has appeared in his own half-hour special, Comic View Premium Blend, and as a featured panelist on its "Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn" show. He was also the first white comedian to perform on Def Comedy Jam.
Rich Vos has been a regular guest on the "Opie and Anthony" and "Bob and Tom" radio shows, writes for Comedy Central Roasts and FOX Promo's as well as preparing material for Chris Rock's appearance has host of the Academy Awards.
Here is your chance to catch the unbelievable talent of Rich Vos in his first ever appearance at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
September 29-October 3
Dean Nelson
with Quinn Patterson