Tickle Me Tuesdays Comedy

Sep

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The Lehigh Valley’s Premier Comedy Night at Allentown Brew Works!

Craft brewed humor! The best show in the Valley!

Professional and amateur stand-up comedians from the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, New York and many points in between have been getting together at the Allentown Brew Works to offer the region’s biggest comedy showcase.

$5 cover and a two drink minimum is all you need to tickle your funny bone all night long! The fun starts at 8:00pm. Stop in for dinner before the show and take advantage of our Tres Amigos Tuesday Night Specials.

A special thank-you discount for September 7th – Only $2 Cover with Military I.D.

Hosted by Ryan Hill, Bethlehem-based comic seen on stages in New York, Philadelphia and Cincinnati.

Listen Here for an Express-Times interview with Ryan Hill about his work with Tickle Me Tuesdays, the Civic Theater and the comedy scene in the Lehigh Valley.

Upcoming TMT Schedule:

September 7th Headliner- Laurence Mullaney - Hosted by Steve Bost, and featuring Simply Dee (Philadelphia), Mike Gaul (Alburtis), Pat Janssen (Bethlehem), Adam Nystrom (Whitehall), Liz Russo (Easton) and Chris Whitehair (Philadelphia).

Laurence is a high-energy comedian who recently captured a “Top Comic” award by Philadelphia Weekly which said he’ll have you “Laughing so hard your soul hurts.” His comedy has been featured on Comcast On Demand and has placed him in the finals of several notable comedy competitions. Audiences are drawn to Laurence’s signature intensity as he explores topics from being in the Marine Corps to finding God in a flower. Ok, he never found God in a flower but it sounded cool. Despite that, he does talk about deeply personal experiences in a way that relates to everyone. As an actor, Laurence has landed roles on both “Law & Order: CI” and “Forensic Files.” His film work includes “Shooter” with Mark Wahlberg along with key roles in Indie films like “Sheep Skin” and “Karma.” He is currently working on the sitcom pilot “Get a Grip” with 3PPG Productions.

September 21st Headliner – Marc W. Juretus

Now a resident of Hokendaqua, Marc was born in the 6th ward section of Allentown during the early 70’s in a “Bi-Racial” household. He’s a graduate of Dieruff High School, where he enjoyed quite a few nights of detention. Five hundred-plus shows after a chance meeting with Raymond the Amish Comic at a gym, Marc’s act has evolved into a polished crowd pleasing event. From making fun of his Bi-Racial heritage, family members and his encounters with people he’s found a niche in relating to all types of audiences. Marc’s also appeared on various TV series including Law and Order and Without A Trace. Marc W. Juretus is a comedian on the rise that you should definitely go see.

Past TMT Comics include:

August 17th Headliner – Sonya King – Hosted by Kate Lawrence, and featuring Steve Bost (Bethlehem), Ed Pudup (New Jersey), Luis Rivera (Reading), Tyler Rothrock (Nazareth), Craig Sharf (New Jersey) and Gary Snyder (Northampton).

Originally from Selma, Alabama, Sonya King grew up in sunny San Diego just one block from the beach. Combine those two worlds with a healthy dose of dry humor and what do you get? You get funny! Starting in 1999, she began working her way across the nation toiling on the comedy club circuit while performing college dates and corporate events. Sonya won the Carnival Cruise Competition which led to a great deal of work for various cruise lines. She appeared on Good Morning America on ABC, but really stirred things up with her appearance on ABC’s The View with Barbara Walters and Joy Behar. That led to an appearance with Joy at famed Caroline’s Comedy Club in New York City. Sonya has a special place in our hearts as the very first headliner at Tickle Me Tuesdays.

July 20th Headliner – Alex House.

Based in Easton, Alex is a two time winner in the Bud Light’s Ladies Of Laughter Comedy Contest, has participated in the Toyota Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival and the Arizona Women’s Funny Fest. She has also been on ABC’s “The View” twice in the course of two weeks and was one of the East Coast Semi-finalists chosen out of thousands of comics on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”. When she’s not performing comedy, she studies acting with coach JoAnna Beckson, whose past students include Ray Romano, Dave Chappelle and Brett Butler.

August 3rd Headliner- Adam Yenser. Also performing: Brett Druck (New Jersey), Pat Janssen (Bethlehem), George Ostertag (Easton), Dan Shelly (Emmaus), Mollie Sperduto (New Jersey) and Randy Tonge (Breinigsville).

A native of Macungie, Pennsylvania, Adam Yenser has worked for The Maury Show, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. He began performing stand-up comedy at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York City, followed by several appearances at the Allentown Brew Works. He has since gone on to appear at venues around the country including Gotham Comedy Club, The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club, and The Hollywood Improv. Adam holds degrees in Film & Video and Philosophy from Penn State University where he was head writer and producer of the campus sketch comedy show. His stand-up is a mix of sharp observational wit and conservative political humor, however unlike other conservative comedians, he’s funny. Adam currently lives in Los Angeles.

July 6th Headliner – Chip Chantry

To avoid trouble, you have to pick your battles. Philadelphia-based comedian Chip Chantry knows how to do just that. He has a personal vendetta against toddlers, his grandmother, and the Amish. And after listening to his fast-paced, winding stories, so will you. Chip has taken his off-kilter view to comedy clubs and colleges all over the country. When he is not on the road, Chip hosts the monthly “Chip Chantry’s One-Man Show (w/special guests!)”, and writes comedy essays and articles for popular comedy blogs. And remember, toddlers, beware.

May 4th Headliner- Keith Purnell.

Keith is a Delaware-based professional who won Howard Stern’s “Kill or Be Killed” competition in addition to placing as a regional winner in the Sierra Mist Next Great Comic comedy competition. Keith was also a finalist in the Philadelphia Comedy Competition and Star Search. He is a high-energy performer whose quick wit, style and play on social relations made him a hit with the Brew Works audience during his previous headlining stints.

April 20th headliner – Bob DiBuono

Bob DiBuono has established himself as one of the most dynamic acts on stage. With a sarcastic and edgy wit coupled with a high energy and animated delivery, he exposes the absurdities in life, his family and social conscious. With an “Every Man” likeability and great versatility, he moves in and out of voices, impressions and characters which illuminate his point of view connecting to audiences all around the country. Bob performs around the country in many of the clubs has been seen on E! Gossip Show, MTV’S “TRL”, The Today Show and FOX’S Red Eye. He also appears frequently on The Jim Breuer Show on Sirius and has been on Opie and Anthony on XM. Bob is currently the voice on the SPIKE TV Men’s Choice Awards commercial!

February 16th headliner – Corey Alexander

Corey Alexander has taken his act country wide to a multitude of clubs including Carolines, Comix, Gotham, Funny Bone, Catch a Rising Star, Comedy Zone, and many more. The 2009 winner of Comedy Cabaret’s Stand-up Contest, Corey is recognized by his complaints of not being married (you read that correctly) and his ability to interact with the audience. He’s been seen on MiND TV, Fox Good Morning, CBS Sports Zone; heard on morning shows WMMR, WBUS, WIP, WZZO, Cool 100. Corey has also shared the stage with some of today’s stars, like Mitch Fatel (The Tonight Show), Kevin Brennan (“Best Comedian” Aspen Comedy Festival, HBO), and Jessica Kirson (MAC winner “Best Female Comic”).

March 2nd headliner – Pat House, with guest host Steve Bost!

Pat House began his comedy career/obsession at the age of 19. After four years of daydreaming in high school of being a stand-up comedian, Pat finally took his scribbled notes to an open-mic in October 2004. Having received (what he considered) a decent reaction from the audience, he immediately began seeking comedy stages all over the Philadelphia area. Attending class during the day while telling jokes at night, Pat hosted Comedy Central Live!!! in Philadelphia, took second place in Howard Stern’s “Kill or Be Killed” competition and was named one of the top up-and-coming comedians in the city by Philadelphia Weekly. By age 22, Pat was making a name for himself, performing in comedy clubs all over the Philadelphia-area while making regular local television and radio appearances such as The Kidd Chris Show on 94.1 WYSP and DigPhillyTV on NBC.Now at 25, Pat is performing as much as possible to avoid using his college education.

March 16th headliner – Debbie Kasper

Debbie Kasper is one of the most versatile entertainers in the country. Besides being a two-time Emmy nominated writer, an award-winning comedian, character actor, celebrity joke-writer, and an International humor author, she is a stand-out stand-up comic who has been blowing audiences away for almost 20 years! After moving to Los Angeles, Debbie became a staff writer on the seminal sitcom “Roseanne” and was then hand-picked by Rosie O’Donnell to write for “The Rosie O’Donnell Show,” for which she was nominated for two Emmys. She was awarded the best one-person show DRAMA-LOGUE Award in Los Angeles for her show “Without Me, My Show is Nothing,” which garnered rave reviews on both coasts. Her television stand-up credits include Evening at the Improv, VH-1’s Stand-Up Spotlight, and several appearances on Lifetime’s “Girl’s Night Out,” plus dozens of other national and regional television, radio and cable spots.

She is one of the few female headliners to transcend the battle of the sexes and expose people as the hilarious creatures they are. Originally from New Jersey, she spent many years in New York City honing her craft, and developing a repertoire of characters that she threads through her act like a master weaver. Her prolific writing ability allows her to create fresh material for each and every situation she’s in, always uniting the audience with immediate observations.

April 6th headliner -Joe Fernandes Joe is one of the new rising young comics to come out of the East Coast. A lifelong New Jersy-ite, Joe is a favorite at clubs, colleges, and conventions in the tri-state area and beyond. He was selected to perform at the 2008 New York Underground Comedy Festival’s Emerging Comics Showcase. With his laid back style he brings a hilarious look into his struggles with addictions, relationships, family, friendships, the world and himself that any audience can relate to.

May 18th Headliner – Chris Johnston.

Chris electrifies the stage with a charismatic delivery of opinions on everyday life and unique stories regarding his struggles of fitting in to society. He has appeared on several popular radio shows and has gone on to tour with national acts at clubs and colleges across the United States. He was recently added as a regular to the “Killers of Comedy” and “Best Damn Comedy Show” tours, featuring comedians from Howard Stern and Opie and Anthony. Chris’ versatility and quick witted nature allow him to work crowds of all types. From clean rooms and theatres to the edgiest bars around Chris is always comfortable identifying with his audience and giving a stellar performance. A Chris Johnston show is always sure to be fun, full of energy and one not to be missed.

June 1st Headliner – Jay Black.

In six short years, Jay Black has gone from being a high school teacher to one of America’s most accomplished young headliners. In the past year alone, Jay has toured relentlessly, headlining at over 100 colleges as well as the top clubs in the country. Jay’s fierce stage presence has not gone unnoticed: Campus Activities magazine named Jay their “Reader’s Choice for 2008’s College Comedian of the Year.” Jay made his television debut on Showtime and has followed that up with appearances on Fox Business Channel and A&E. As a writer, Jay has spent the last few years as one of Hollywood’s most sought after screenwriters, working on several feature films.

June 15th Headliner – Keith Alberstadt.

Keith is quickly breaking through the comedy ranks as a must-see performer – he’s already been seen on The Late Show with David Letterman, is a contributing writer for Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and regularly entertains U.S. Troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and around the globe. A very clever comic with sharp perception, creative sarcasm, and a treasure trove of unique material, Keith’s likable personality and down-to-earth charm invite people into his brand of humor — one that is smart but not brainy and relatable but not hacky.

Rich Vos, Raymond the Amish Comic, Brian McKim, Traci Skene, Alex House, Keith Purnell, Rod Reyes, Sonya King, Alan Marx, Marc Juretus, Angry Bob, Chip Chantry, Joe Conte, and Jay Black, Debbie Kasper, Joe Fernandes,

If you think you have what it takes to get in the spotlight yourself, please contact Ryan Hill at ticklemetues@gmail.com or check out Tickle Me Tryouts amateur comedy night at Bethlehem Brew Works.

You can also visit the “Tickle Me Tuesdays” MySpace Page for the most up-to-date schedule of shows and performers.