December 2008

	DECEMBER 5th-6th JOEY VEGA Also featuring Alex House Good-looking and easy going, Joey Vega makes them laugh and makes them think. Born in NYC, Joey received some of his acting training at the HB Studios. He has used that training in many feature films, including ROUNDERS, and PUNCHLINE (with Tom Hanks). He also hosted his own TV show called "The Latin Connection" on FOX. Joe has logged some impressive time on radio shows, trading laughs with Howard Stern and others. The acting is great, but performing in front of a live audience is Joey's first love. He has made them laugh from coast to coast and everywhere in between. Joey is currently on tour with pop superstar MARC ANTHONY. Whether its an intimate comedy club in Springfield, NJ; a packed house at TRUMP CASTLE in Atlantic City, or in front of 20,000 people at the famed MADISON SQUARE GARDEN, Joe has so much fun on stage that you can't help but have a great time watching him!
	DECEMBER 12th ONE NIGHT ONLY SEYMOUR SWAN Also featuring Paul Verzi and Matt Christmas Seymour Swan is a talented and versatile comic! When he's not touring with Damon Wayons or Chris Rock, he's hosting the "Seymour Swan and Friends Show " at The NY Comedy Club (which he's been doing regularly for more than 20 years). You've seen Seymour in the movie "Major Payne" and on HBO, BET and Comedy Central. Still, Seymour is at his best in front of a live audience where his hilarious material, expert timing and ability to connect with the audience make for a memorable night of laughter!
	DECEMBER 13th ONE NIGHT ONLY KYLE GROOMS Also featuring Paul Verzi and Matt Christmas Kyle's interest in comedy started around the age of nine. Often left home alone, Kyle kept himself entertained by listening to eight track tapes of singer Otis Redding and comedian Richard Pryor. Never a great singer, Kyle would perform Pryor's jokes for his friends and family. In the few short years since, Kyle Grooms has become one of the funniest young comics on the New York stand-up circuit. He delivers honest and intelligent comedy. Kyle's hilarious observations cross many ethnic and social boundaries, as he gives an intimate look into his life experiences growing up in the American Melting Pot.. For this reason Kyle has been invited to perform on shows as diverse as "Showtime at the Apollo," "Comedy Picante," "Premium Blend" and "Tough Crowd with Collin Quinn." Kyle has also been well received throughout England, Holland and at the Montreal Comedy Festival. Kyle's TV and Radio credits include recurring roles on "Chappelle's Show," "Def Comedy Jam," "Comic View," "Premium Blend", "Que Locos," and as "Information Guy" on "Straight Plan for the Gay Man." Kyle is destined to be a star in the comedy universe. Don't miss your chance to see this memorable comic live at The Comedy Cove.
	DECEMBER 19th-20th RICHIE BYRNE Also featuring Kendall "Shorty" Ward One of the most requested comedians working today, Richie Byrne's act is high energy without relying on needless obscenity. His versatility allows him to perform for audiences of all ages. From comedy clubs to colleges to Atlantic City's best resorts including The Tropicana and The Borgata, Richie performs over 500 shows a year concocting a brew of family experience, contemporary music, and razor-sharp observation to create explosions of laughter. Richie's television appearances as a comedian include Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," VH1's "Stand-Up Spotlight" and ABC's "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." As an actor, Richie has been seen on HBO's smash hits "The Sopranos, " "Sex In The City" and NBC's "Law and Order."
	DECEMBER 26th-27th MIKE MARINO Also featuring Bobby Gonzo "New Jersey's Bad Boy of Comedy" returns from Hollywood to his old neighborhood and he's as outspoken and outrageous as ever! Mike has a tongue like a razor and a heart of gold. He has the incredible ability to perform in any arena, big or small, and can cater his material for all audiences, from strictly clean to down and dirty. Don't miss this night of guaranteed, non-stop laughter. Affectionately known to thousands of his fans as New Jersey's Bad Boy, Mike is one of the most unique comics of our time. He has performed in every major comedy club from New York to Los Angeles including: The MGM Grand, Catch a Rising Star, The Comic Strip, Stand Up NY, The Improv and Rascals . Mike is a top headliner at both the world famous Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store in Hollywood, where he can be seen nightly. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the business such as: Andrew Dice Clay, Carrot Top, Lou Rawls, Tony Orlando, Frankie Avalon and Tony Danza. Mike was born in Jersey City and entered the world of sow biz at an early age. He is a graduate of the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts and has appeared in over 200 national television commercials, receiving a Best Actor Clio Award Nomination. He has acted in many Prime Time soaps and television shows including: As the World Turns, One Life to Live, Becker, Nikki, Frasier and Party of Five. "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" made him a regular sketch player. After great success in film, theatre, commercials and soaps, Mike began touring the nation performing at countless comedy clubs. His stand-up material ranges from cutting edge to his Italian family roots. Mike has hosted some of the most prestigious award shows including The Beverly Hills Film Festival and The Montreal Film Festival. He has also headlined several USO Comedy Tours and The Just For Laugh Comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada. He has performed in hundreds of corporate functions for companies including AT&T, United Airlines and American Express. When Marino is not performing, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his family on the East Coast.
	DECEMBER 31st NEW YEAR'S EVE at THE COMEDY COVE One show at 8:45 followed by a night of fun, dancing and celebrating Comics to be announced. Dinner & Show package available.