May 16-18
Lionel Hamilton

with Bill Boronky

Lionel Hamilton is a 25 year veteran of the comedy stage who has his roots right here in Northeastern Ohio.

With a style that many have compared to Bill Cosby and Sinbad, everyone loves Lionel Hamilton's clean and funny comedy.

Who would ever thought that a pastry chef would eventually have the opportunity to open for such legendary performers as the Temptations and Cool and the Gang?

You have seen Lionel Hamilton on television during his appearance on BET's "Live at the Apollo" and this week audiences will have the chance to see him live, on the stage at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.

May 19
Chad Zumock

with Bill Boronky

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.

May 22-24
John King

with Jay Boc

"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.

Let "The Real" John King perk up your Tuesday or Wednesday night with his red hot entertainment!

May 25-26
Lou Santini

Two Nights Only!

You may remember laughing with Lou Santini when he was on the air on "Rock 107"/WRQK in Canton or "The Buzzard", WMMS. You may have seen him on "Frank TV", or "Playboy TV"! Well, now he's back LIVE at the Funny Stop for a return appearance!

Audiences nationwide laugh until their cheeks hurt when Lou Santini dishes out his hilarious, witty, clever, universal material that's served with a side of sarcasm. His smartly crafted, absurd anecdotes come from his "slice-of-strife" approach that originate from the truth!

Not content to rest on his laurels, Santini is starring in a new web series named "Those Guys" and has a new book available on Kindle titled "What NOT to Do at Your Wedding Reception: A Couple's Guide"!

Armed with a sharp wit, when Lou Santini combines his ability to make very simple things funny with his nimble crowd work, his take on life's hassles, detours, and frustrations that everyone faces will stay with you for a lifetime!

May 29-June 2
Bob Jay

with Big John Richardson

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, who is making his first appearance in nearly 2 years this Tuesday through Saturday at the Funny Stop.

June 5-9
Tim Kidd

with Jay Harris

Tim Kidd grew up in Louisville playing in local bands. On stage fronting for bands is where Tim's comedic talent began to form.

After only one time on a comedy club stage, the Kidd knew where he belonged (on a shrink's couch). Soon after, Tim quit his band to pursue his new found comedy career.

Tim Kidd performances have been described as "a monkey with ADHD".

While he has a style of the jokes that some consider as being crude, with topics including stays at seedy hotels and other more mature topics, Tim Kidd's rousing performances more than entertain the crowd.

Come out to see Tim Kidd make his first ever Headlining Appearance in Northeastern Ohio, this week at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.

June 12-16
Mike Green

with Nate Armbruster and Andy Benengo

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.

Visit Mike Green's website at OreoMan.com

June 19-23
Ray Devito

with Jennifer Shenberger and Uke!

Ray Devito is one of the youngest comedians headlining across the country. From childhood to the enduring struggles of trying to adjust to adulthood, this former Second City performer's material touches on all of his life experiences and insecurities.

Devito's humor is smart, likeable, and energetic. Besides touring the nation's top comedy clubs, Ray is also one of the most requested comedians on college campuses.

This native of Cleveland's Italian-American neighborhoods, Ray Devito made his national television debut in 2005 on the Lifetime Network where his performance at Gotham Comedy Club aired on "How Clean is Your House?" That performance led to appearances on the E! Network and Entertainment Tonight.

Ray also frequents radio's Bob and Tom Show and he has been the featured comedian of the week on SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Clips from his first full-length comedy CD entitled "1647 Waterbury" can be heard on SIRIUS and XM Satellite Radio on a regular basis.

Now based in New York City, Ray Devito is quickly making an impact on the Big Apple's comedy scene. Well Pete and Tony weren't ready to let this 'local boy' get away quite yet, so this week he will be making a second headlining appearance at the Funny Stop Comedy Club.

June 26-27
Mike Conley

and Friends

The middle child of German-Irish Catholic family, Mike grew up realizing life is an adventure. In his words, "Sometimes it's written by Mark Twain, and sometimes by Stephen King".

When asked where he gets the inspiration for his comedy, Mike simply replies, "Look around, people - aren't you paying attention?"

With material that ranges from teenage life in the mid 70's to middle age in the new millennium, everyone in the audience should find SOMETHING that strikes a familiar chord - as well as their funny bone!

Area radio listeners may remember Mike as "Dr. Job Crevice" from Akron's 97.5 WONE, or as "Dr. Damien Love" from Canton's Q92, 92.5 WZKL. Both radio characters were, as Mike puts it, "Dr. Phil with a major alcohol problem; so this is gonna end badly!"

Mike Conley has worked with the likes of Steven Wright, Harlan Williams, Sinbad, Louie Anderson and many, many more.

July 20-21
Costaki Economopolous

Two Nights Only!

In the spring of 1993 Costaki was doing graduate work at the University of Georgia. He spent most of his time hammering out a thesis on the influence of political satire on our feelings about government. His off time was spent honing his stand-up skills in pizza joints and bars around town. When he had to turn down a couple of gigs to work on the paper, it made his stomach hurt. He hung in there, finished the thesis, got his master's degree, and within a year was a full-time comic on the road. He has been creating funniness for audiences all over the country 40+ weeks a year ever since.

His humor has been described as smart, pointed, hip, sharp, insightful, socially relevant, and gut-laugh funny. A fellow comic once referred to Costaki as a "casually brilliant joke philosopher." His take on politics and religion will leave you thinking and laughing. And his light swagger, playful squint, and wry smile tell you that perhaps there's more to this multi-layered joke than you first recognized.

Costaki began to make some noise in the business by reaching the finals of the Seattle Comedy Competition, where he was discovered and invited to the prestigious Montreal Comedy Festival. He was just one of ten finalists in Comedy Central's Laugh Riots national talent search. Over the years, Costaki has performed in 47 states, covering the country's best clubs, dozens of colleges and private shows, and some of the worst bars in America.

Also a talented writer, Costaki's jokes have appeared on The Tonight Show, The Late Late Show, and Best Damn Sports Show Period. He was a writer for BET, where he was staffed on two of their hit shows. He wrote jokes for Bette Midler's Kiss My Brass tour. Costaki spent Spring Break one year in Cancun writing on the MTV show Parental Approval. He also wrote daily for The Complete Sheet, a DJ prep service that goes out to almost 500 stations worldwide.

But he is easily best known for "The Economonologue," a weekly segment on the syndicated Bob & Tom Radio Show that reaches some 5 and half million people in 150 markets. This national exposure has opened the door to Costaki's dream: people coming to see his live performances "on purpose."

After a recent performance with Jake Johannsen, Costaki's mother said, "You were better than that other guy." And really, is there anything more to say after that?

July 27-28
Carlos Mencia

Two Nights Only!

Carlos Mencia, superstar/stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today's most lauded entertainers and feared comics. Whether it is man-on-the-street interviews, studio comedy, commercial parodies, or nationwide sold-out tours, Mencia demonstrates an extraordinary ability to connect with a diverse audience.

Mencia was born in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, the 17th of 18 children. His parents sent Mencia to the United States when he was about three months old, where he was raised in Maravilla Projects in Los Angeles, California by his aunt and uncle. In his early teens, Mencia moved back to Honduras because his family wanted him to avoid the destructive gang culture of East Los Angeles.

When Mencia later returned to Los Angeles, he showed such educational prowess that he was immediately promoted to the tenth grade. Soon after, he successfully graduated from Garfield High School.

Mencia began his career doing stand-up on amateur night at the comedy club, The Laugh Factory. He later showcased at The Comedy Store and became a regular, performing nightly. After he found success on the L.A comedy circuit, Mencia was named "International Comedy Grand Champion" from Buscando Estrellas (the Latino version of Star Search). This led to appearances on 'In Living Color', 'The Arsenio Hall Show', 'Moesha' and 'An Evening at the Improv'

In 1994, he hosted the HBO comedy series 'Loco Slam' and in 1998 he hosted 'Funny is Funny!' on Galavision. Mencia released a comedy album in 2000 called 'Take a Joke, America' that showcased his brand of confrontational humor.

Mencia continued his journey up the comedy ladder by headlining 'The Three Amigos' tour with Freddy Soto and Pablo Francisco in 2002, which sold out in record time around the United States. He was also featured in the independent films, 'Outta Time' and '29 Palms' and starred in guest spots on 'The Shield' and 'The Bernie Mac Show', among others. In 2002, he received a CableACE Award nomination for Best Stand-Up Comedy Special for his HBO special. That same year, Mencia was featured on 'Comedy Central Presents'.

Mencia remained busy and after the success of his solo dvd, 'Carlos Mencia: Not For The Easily Offended', 'Mind of Mencia' went into development. The show was an instant hit and after the first season, Comedy Central signed Mencia back for his own original stand-up special, 'Carlos Mencia: No Strings Attached'. The special was the first Comedy Central Stand-up Special DVD to achieve Platinum sales status.

'Mind of Mencia' debuted on Comedy Central in early 2005. Since then, it has become one of the strongest shows in the network's history, averaging about 1.5 million total viewers. 'Mind of Mencia' is executive produced by Carlos Mencia and Robert Morton ('Late Night with David Letterman'). With the continued success of the show, the network has ordered a fourth season of the weekly hit, set to premiere in the Spring of 2008 with ten all-new episodes. The new season will take on such topics as the election, the recession and the war as well as other controversial issues.

In the summer of 2007, Mencia starred opposite Ben Stiller and Michelle Monaghan in the Farrelly Brothers' hit feature film, 'The Heartbreak Kid'. In the fall of 2007, Mencia headlined a nationwide comedy tour titled 'Carlos Mencia Live Presented by Bud Light.' The highly anticipated tour brought Mencia face-to-face with his fans from September 2007 through December 2007. In December 2007, Mencia embarked on his first USO Tour to the Persian Gulf where he entertained the troops serving over seas. Mencia recently returned from his second trip to Kuwait after hosting 'Operation Myspace', an exclusive concert for American Troops in the Middle East alongside Jessica Simpson and The Pussycat Dolls. The special aired on FX in April 2008. In addition, Mencia taped a new comedy special for Comedy Central, 'Carlos Mencia: Performance Enhanced'.

Over the past 3 years, Mencia has limited his touring schedule (for example, his 2008 tour only visited 60 cities across the country as he enjoys spending time with his wife and their son in Los Angles) so the opportunity to this comedy legend live and in person comes along very infrequently.

October 12-13
Tammy Pescatelli

Two Nights Only

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!"

November 15-17
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!

Click here and here for Basile's website(s).

November 29-30
TJ Miller

Two Nights Only!

The Funny Stop welcomes T.J. Miller for a triumphant, return 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.

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 TWO 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. Last time, we had to a 3rd show for this ultimate headliner!