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Ongoing comedy classes held most Saturdays at 2PM. In this class one can expect to learn about stage presence, joke construction, joke formulas as well as in-depth comedy writing techniques and tips on how to get booked for comedy and acting gigs across the country. This class is designed for people wanting to learn stand-up comedy, people who just want to be funny at home, socially or at work and for current comedians looking to strengthen their acts. More info can be found on this website on the “CLASSES” tab.

After teaching high school for 12 years, Cory Michaelis "retired" to do comedy full time because he wanted to try out both of the lowest paying jobs in America. Cory has a Dry Bar Comedy Special -"Bad Teacher" - that snagged over 60 million views. His debut album, "The Collage Dropout," was released by 800 Lb. Gorilla Records and charted at #2 on iTunes & Billboard (because it was the only album released that week). Cory was a finalist in the Seattle Comedy Competition which means he didn't win and was in Season 2 of Netflix's "Huge in France" with Gad Almelah. In addition to headlining comedy clubs all over the US and Canada, Cory has taken his act global, doing tours in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Pakistan. He also produces Everett Comedy Night in hometown which has had 10 straight years of nearly sold out shows. His act is sharp and irreverent and not suitable for the high school students he used to teach.

You might know this comedian from… Dante is one of the top stand-up comedians in the world. He has appeared on over forty TV shows as a comedian. He was a cast member on season 5 of the NBC show Last Comic Standing. He holds the record for winning the most B.E.T. Comedy awards. Dante performs to sold-out crowds all over the world forty weeks a year. He has also performed for more US troops than any other comedian except Bob Hope. As an actor, Dante has appeared in over twenty films and TV shows. He has been in many commercials and was the spokesman for Miller Beer. He had his own sitcom on B.E.T. called The Blackberry Inn. Dante wrote, directed and starred in the comedy film Bro What Happened?, starring Lorenzo Lamas, Jamie Kennedy, Bobby Lee and his fiancé and co-writer Rebekah Kochan. Dante was a writer for Joan Rivers on the hit E! TV show Fashion Police. He also writes, directs and produces many of the commercials for the top infomercial guy in the world, Vince Offer (The Shamwow guy). He also co-wrote the Adrian Brody film InnAPPropriate Comedy and many other films. He owns GOLDEN ARTISTS ENTERTAINMENT. They make movies and TV shows, book live acts and manage talent. Dante is a personal manager with many household name clients.

You might know this comedian from… Dante is one of the top stand-up comedians in the world. He has appeared on over forty TV shows as a comedian. He was a cast member on season 5 of the NBC show Last Comic Standing. He holds the record for winning the most B.E.T. Comedy awards. Dante performs to sold-out crowds all over the world forty weeks a year. He has also performed for more US troops than any other comedian except Bob Hope. As an actor, Dante has appeared in over twenty films and TV shows. He has been in many commercials and was the spokesman for Miller Beer. He had his own sitcom on B.E.T. called The Blackberry Inn. Dante wrote, directed and starred in the comedy film Bro What Happened?, starring Lorenzo Lamas, Jamie Kennedy, Bobby Lee and his fiancé and co-writer Rebekah Kochan. Dante was a writer for Joan Rivers on the hit E! TV show Fashion Police. He also writes, directs and produces many of the commercials for the top infomercial guy in the world, Vince Offer (The Shamwow guy). He also co-wrote the Adrian Brody film InnAPPropriate Comedy and many other films. He owns GOLDEN ARTISTS ENTERTAINMENT. They make movies and TV shows, book live acts and manage talent. Dante is a personal manager with many household name clients.

You might know this comedian from… Dante is one of the top stand-up comedians in the world. He has appeared on over forty TV shows as a comedian. He was a cast member on season 5 of the NBC show Last Comic Standing. He holds the record for winning the most B.E.T. Comedy awards. Dante performs to sold-out crowds all over the world forty weeks a year. He has also performed for more US troops than any other comedian except Bob Hope. As an actor, Dante has appeared in over twenty films and TV shows. He has been in many commercials and was the spokesman for Miller Beer. He had his own sitcom on B.E.T. called The Blackberry Inn. Dante wrote, directed and starred in the comedy film Bro What Happened?, starring Lorenzo Lamas, Jamie Kennedy, Bobby Lee and his fiancé and co-writer Rebekah Kochan. Dante was a writer for Joan Rivers on the hit E! TV show Fashion Police. He also writes, directs and produces many of the commercials for the top infomercial guy in the world, Vince Offer (The Shamwow guy). He also co-wrote the Adrian Brody film InnAPPropriate Comedy and many other films. He owns GOLDEN ARTISTS ENTERTAINMENT. They make movies and TV shows, book live acts and manage talent. Dante is a personal manager with many household name clients.

You might know this comedian from… Dante is one of the top stand-up comedians in the world. He has appeared on over forty TV shows as a comedian. He was a cast member on season 5 of the NBC show Last Comic Standing. He holds the record for winning the most B.E.T. Comedy awards. Dante performs to sold-out crowds all over the world forty weeks a year. He has also performed for more US troops than any other comedian except Bob Hope. As an actor, Dante has appeared in over twenty films and TV shows. He has been in many commercials and was the spokesman for Miller Beer. He had his own sitcom on B.E.T. called The Blackberry Inn. Dante wrote, directed and starred in the comedy film Bro What Happened?, starring Lorenzo Lamas, Jamie Kennedy, Bobby Lee and his fiancé and co-writer Rebekah Kochan. Dante was a writer for Joan Rivers on the hit E! TV show Fashion Police. He also writes, directs and produces many of the commercials for the top infomercial guy in the world, Vince Offer (The Shamwow guy). He also co-wrote the Adrian Brody film InnAPPropriate Comedy and many other films. He owns GOLDEN ARTISTS ENTERTAINMENT. They make movies and TV shows, book live acts and manage talent. Dante is a personal manager with many household name clients.

Local comics are showcased and compete for a future headlining gig!

Vik Pandya is a nationally touring stand up comic based in Chicago. Known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, & hilarious crowd work, his comedy album 'Friends With 401(k) Benefits' debuted #1 on iTunes / Top 10 on the Billboard Charts. Vik’s Dry Bar Comedy special ‘No Refunds’ hit Top 10 on the platform, and his Only Fans TV special is now streaming. He’s also a producer at Sofar Sounds, bringing the countries best comedians alongside top musicians to eclectic venues. Listen to his popular podcast ‘The Business of Comedy’ on instagram/youtube. Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., & Michelle Wolf and performs regularly at Zanies Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, & The Improv in Chicago. He's been featured in 22 comedy festivals across the country including: San Francisco’s Sketchfest, NBC's Breakout Fest, & the SLO Comedy Fest. He's also a regular opener for international acts like Vir Das, Zakir Khan & Atul Khatri. Vik's comedy has appeared in Vulture, the Chicago Sun Times, & the Chicago Tribune. Follow him on IG / twitter @vikpandya and TikTok @vik_pandya  

Vik Pandya is a nationally touring stand up comic based in Chicago. Known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, & hilarious crowd work, his comedy album 'Friends With 401(k) Benefits' debuted #1 on iTunes / Top 10 on the Billboard Charts. Vik’s Dry Bar Comedy special ‘No Refunds’ hit Top 10 on the platform, and his Only Fans TV special is now streaming. He’s also a producer at Sofar Sounds, bringing the countries best comedians alongside top musicians to eclectic venues. Listen to his popular podcast ‘The Business of Comedy’ on instagram/youtube. Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., & Michelle Wolf and performs regularly at Zanies Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, & The Improv in Chicago. He's been featured in 22 comedy festivals across the country including: San Francisco’s Sketchfest, NBC's Breakout Fest, & the SLO Comedy Fest. He's also a regular opener for international acts like Vir Das, Zakir Khan & Atul Khatri. Vik's comedy has appeared in Vulture, the Chicago Sun Times, & the Chicago Tribune. Follow him on IG / twitter @vikpandya and TikTok @vik_pandya

Vik Pandya is a nationally touring stand up comic based in Chicago. Known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, & hilarious crowd work, his comedy album 'Friends With 401(k) Benefits' debuted #1 on iTunes / Top 10 on the Billboard Charts. Vik’s Dry Bar Comedy special ‘No Refunds’ hit Top 10 on the platform, and his Only Fans TV special is now streaming. He’s also a producer at Sofar Sounds, bringing the countries best comedians alongside top musicians to eclectic venues. Listen to his popular podcast ‘The Business of Comedy’ on instagram/youtube. Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., & Michelle Wolf and performs regularly at Zanies Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, & The Improv in Chicago. He's been featured in 22 comedy festivals across the country including: San Francisco’s Sketchfest, NBC's Breakout Fest, & the SLO Comedy Fest. He's also a regular opener for international acts like Vir Das, Zakir Khan & Atul Khatri. Vik's comedy has appeared in Vulture, the Chicago Sun Times, & the Chicago Tribune. Follow him on IG / twitter @vikpandya and TikTok @vik_pandya

Vik Pandya is a nationally touring stand up comic based in Chicago. Known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, & hilarious crowd work, his comedy album 'Friends With 401(k) Benefits' debuted #1 on iTunes / Top 10 on the Billboard Charts. Vik’s Dry Bar Comedy special ‘No Refunds’ hit Top 10 on the platform, and his Only Fans TV special is now streaming. He’s also a producer at Sofar Sounds, bringing the countries best comedians alongside top musicians to eclectic venues. Listen to his popular podcast ‘The Business of Comedy’ on instagram/youtube. Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., & Michelle Wolf and performs regularly at Zanies Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, & The Improv in Chicago. He's been featured in 22 comedy festivals across the country including: San Francisco’s Sketchfest, NBC's Breakout Fest, & the SLO Comedy Fest. He's also a regular opener for international acts like Vir Das, Zakir Khan & Atul Khatri. Vik's comedy has appeared in Vulture, the Chicago Sun Times, & the Chicago Tribune. Follow him on IG / twitter @vikpandya and TikTok @vik_pandya

John Fitzsimmons was introduced to the world of magic at the age of 12 by his father, a veteran police officer who was working off-duty at a hotel in Ahwatukee, Ariz. The hotel restaurant featured a magician who dazzled John with his sleight of hand. The finale of his performance involved a card John signed finding its way into a zippered compartment in the magician’s wallet. The next day, John’s dad took him to Easley’s Fun Shop in downtown Phoenix and a career was born. A decade later John was introduced to the wonder of the sideshow world where he learned many weird and wonderful stunts. His passion for magic and sideshow combines in his performances to create truly one-of-a-kind shows. Over a career that has spanned nearly 20 years, John has appeared on every major TV network in the nation and has traveled across the country to amaze audiences with his unique abilities. Along with his work as a performer, John also is a technical and creative consultant working with some of the top names in magic. Additionally, parts of his original magic presentations have been seen on TV around the world. John has used his skill to promote various products using magic, from chewing gum and pain reliever to a presidential candidate. John is a Member and Past President of The International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 55), and a Member of The Society of American Magicians. He carries public liability insurance, but is adept enough at his craft to have never needed to use it.

John Fitzsimmons was introduced to the world of magic at the age of 12 by his father, a veteran police officer who was working off-duty at a hotel in Ahwatukee, Ariz. The hotel restaurant featured a magician who dazzled John with his sleight of hand. The finale of his performance involved a card John signed finding its way into a zippered compartment in the magician’s wallet. The next day, John’s dad took him to Easley’s Fun Shop in downtown Phoenix and a career was born. A decade later John was introduced to the wonder of the sideshow world where he learned many weird and wonderful stunts. His passion for magic and sideshow combines in his performances to create truly one-of-a-kind shows. Over a career that has spanned nearly 20 years, John has appeared on every major TV network in the nation and has traveled across the country to amaze audiences with his unique abilities. Along with his work as a performer, John also is a technical and creative consultant working with some of the top names in magic. Additionally, parts of his original magic presentations have been seen on TV around the world. John has used his skill to promote various products using magic, from chewing gum and pain reliever to a presidential candidate. John is a Member and Past President of The International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 55), and a Member of The Society of American Magicians. He carries public liability insurance, but is adept enough at his craft to have never needed to use it.

John Fitzsimmons was introduced to the world of magic at the age of 12 by his father, a veteran police officer who was working off-duty at a hotel in Ahwatukee, Ariz. The hotel restaurant featured a magician who dazzled John with his sleight of hand. The finale of his performance involved a card John signed finding its way into a zippered compartment in the magician’s wallet. The next day, John’s dad took him to Easley’s Fun Shop in downtown Phoenix and a career was born. A decade later John was introduced to the wonder of the sideshow world where he learned many weird and wonderful stunts. His passion for magic and sideshow combines in his performances to create truly one-of-a-kind shows. Over a career that has spanned nearly 20 years, John has appeared on every major TV network in the nation and has traveled across the country to amaze audiences with his unique abilities. Along with his work as a performer, John also is a technical and creative consultant working with some of the top names in magic. Additionally, parts of his original magic presentations have been seen on TV around the world. John has used his skill to promote various products using magic, from chewing gum and pain reliever to a presidential candidate. John is a Member and Past President of The International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 55), and a Member of The Society of American Magicians. He carries public liability insurance, but is adept enough at his craft to have never needed to use it.

John Fitzsimmons was introduced to the world of magic at the age of 12 by his father, a veteran police officer who was working off-duty at a hotel in Ahwatukee, Ariz. The hotel restaurant featured a magician who dazzled John with his sleight of hand. The finale of his performance involved a card John signed finding its way into a zippered compartment in the magician’s wallet. The next day, John’s dad took him to Easley’s Fun Shop in downtown Phoenix and a career was born. A decade later John was introduced to the wonder of the sideshow world where he learned many weird and wonderful stunts. His passion for magic and sideshow combines in his performances to create truly one-of-a-kind shows. Over a career that has spanned nearly 20 years, John has appeared on every major TV network in the nation and has traveled across the country to amaze audiences with his unique abilities. Along with his work as a performer, John also is a technical and creative consultant working with some of the top names in magic. Additionally, parts of his original magic presentations have been seen on TV around the world. John has used his skill to promote various products using magic, from chewing gum and pain reliever to a presidential candidate. John is a Member and Past President of The International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 55), and a Member of The Society of American Magicians. He carries public liability insurance, but is adept enough at his craft to have never needed to use it.