November 2008

	NOVEMBER 1st Holiday schedule: One show only at 9pm BRAD TRACKMAN Also featuring Seymour Swann Brad Trackman gives you the perfect comedic blend of wit and sarcasm. Don't be fooled with his low key demeanor because he will surprise you with a hilarious punchline that seems to come from nowhere. Trackman is a weekend regular at The Comic Strip Live, Carolines on Broadway, The Comedy Cellar and Gotham Comedy Club in NYC. Brad also tours, headlining the best comedy venues across the country. His first CD, "Safecracker," was regarded so highly by XM and Sirius radio that they both gave him his own special, featuring his CD in its entirety, and an exclusive interview. Trackman graduated from the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts and has such television credits as NBC's Later, NBC's Friday Night, CBS's Star Search, Comedy Central's Heroes of Jewish Comedy, New Joke City hosted by Robert Klein, and ABC's "NY Comedy Festival" Special. You may also recognize him from his numerous TV commercials. This multi-talented and clever guy with such an original style won't be kept a secret for much longer.
	NOVEMBER 7th-8th MIKE YARD Also featuring Bob DiBuono and Steve Balbier Mike Yard is one of the hottest comedians touring the country today. In addition to being one of the most sought after acts on the college and university circuit, Mike's made a name for himself as one of New York City's premier comedians.Born on the luscious island of, St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Mike gave up his dreams of becoming a professional baseball player and moved with his family to New York in the winter of 1986. After experiencing snow for the first time and surviving both his first New York winter and the New York City Public school system, Mike decided to brave the even colder and harsher NYC comedy scene. In addition to being a critically acclaimed comic, Mike is developing a reputation as a talented writer and voice-over talent. He's been a cast member and writer on the Internet radio sketch show "Mo' Funny Comedy Hour" and on an animated pilot for Spike TV! His repertoire of voices includes dialects from The Caribbean, Africa, India, Ireland, England and many more exotic lands. Mike has a knack for making his diverse audiences see, hear and feel his comedy. He's quickly becoming a familiar face with his numerous television appearances. They include, Comedy Central's "Live From Gotham", The Apollo Comedy Hour, Russell Simmons Def Comedy Jam, (All Star Edition) BET's ComicView and Video Vixens on MTV. Mike's proudest accomplishments include Rev. Jessie Jackson's invitation to perform twice for The Rainbow Coalition national convention in New York and Chicago. Mike is an incredibly talented comic, and an all around "good guy". Don't miss him at the Comedy Cove!
	NOVEMBER 14th-15th JIM MENDRINOS Also featuring Leighann Lord and John Poveromo Wherever there's laughter you're sure to find stand-up comic, Jim Mendrinos. Jim is in demand at many famed New York night spots and is a regular performer at Caesar's In Las Vegas and AC; and aboard Carnival Cruise Lines. He started writing and performing his stand-up at the age of 19, sharing the stage at the Comic Strip with future stars Chris Rock and Colin Quinn. Soon after, he began touring across the country with Sam Kinison and Bill Hicks, all the while honing his comedic skills that audiences have come to love. Those skills eventually led to appearances on Comedy Central, HBO and the BBC. Branded early in his career as a gifted writer, Jim has penned jokes for legendary comedians including Rodney Dangerfield and Joan Rivers. He has also contributed jokes to many late night television shows including SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE'S WEEKEND UPDATE. Jim is the co-creator of the NYC Underground Comedy Festival and recently authored 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing' for Alpha Press.
	NOVEMBER 21st-22nd JEFF CALDWELL Also featuring Larry DeFelice and Joe Fernandes Jeff Caldwell is known to audiences nationwide as one of the brightest standup acts around. Jeff delivers smart, funny jokes on topics ranging from the daily news to the daily grind, subtly tailoring his material to fit any crowd. CBS got wise to Jeff, scooping him up to develop his own sitcom (which didn't get on the air, but that's a story for another day). He's made two appearances on "The Late Show with David Letterman,"(he'll be making his 3rd this fall) and just made his third appearance on "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson". Jeff recently made his Comedy Central debut on "Live at Gotham" and has also appeared with George Carlin and Dennis Miller, and on XM Radio. If you like your comedy clean, clever and hilariously funny, Jeff Caldwell is the guy to see!
	NOVEMBER 28th-29th JAY BLACK Also featuring Melvin George and Vinnie Nardiello In six short years, Jay Black has gone from N.J.high school teacher to one of the country's most promising young comedy headliners. His relentless touring schedule (he's appeared at more than 100 colleges and clubs in the past year), quick wit and thoughtfully crafted material led to Jay being named "2008 College Comic of The Year". Jay's career reached new heights this year when he made his television debut with appearances on Showtime, Fox and A&E. In his "spare time" Jay works on film and television projects in Hollywood. And no, he was never the lead singer for a 60's rock band!