World Comedy Expo Stand Up Comedy

Show Lineup:

• Geoffrey Asmus (Chicago, IL) — Host
  Geoffrey has performed at Just For Laughs in Montreal as a ‘New Face’ and was also featured on FOX’s ‘Laughs’ and Kevin Hart’s LOL Network. Geoffrey has opened for Dave Attell, Dan Soder, Sam Morrill, Daniel Sloss, and Joe List among others. He headlines comedy clubs nationwide. In 2021 he released his first album “Prodigal Little Bitch” through 800 Lb Gorilla Records and it went to #1 on iTunes. But no matter where he performs Geoffrey never makes eye contact, which is a blessing for all.
• Shawn Banks (Chicago, IL)
  Shawn Banks Is a queer, loud, and proud comedian who originally got his start in Washington DC, but has relocated to Chicago, and is taking the scene over by storm! Shawn has performed At many respected establishments such as The Comedy Bar, The John F. Kennedy Center, The Laugh Factory, and so much more. Shawn’s comedy is the perfect blend of sassy, yet stupid. He’s your good ole home girl who’s completely extra, but also totally relatable.
• Maria Palombi (Rome, Italy)
  Maria Palombi is an Italian comedian living in Boston. Maria recently performed during the Best of Boston Show at the 2021 Boston Comedy Festival. When she is not on the stage talking about the nonsense of this mortal existence, she is fighting for worthy social causes she cares about – like abolishing pineapple as a pizza topping once and for all.
• Ty Riggs (Chicago, IL)
  Known for his edgy and unorthodox style, Chicago native Ty Riggs has no problem putting you in his shoes and giving you a tour through his hilarious world. From politics to relationships, he has something to say about it all. He can be seen all over the city killing the stage with his unmistakable hair and voice.
• Tyler Horvath (Chicago, IL)
  Tyler Horvath is a stand up comedian, writer, and actor based in Chicago whose clips have attracted more than 30,000 followers and over 10 million views on Instagram and TikTok. He has performed at comedy clubs across America including Comedy on State, Side Splitters, New York Comedy Club, Helium Comedy Club, and is a regular at the Laugh Factory and Zanies in Chicago. He has opened for Tim Dillon, Gilbert Gottfried, Robert Kelly, and is a regular feature for Paul Virzi.
• Tanya B Crossley (Los Angeles, CA)
  Tanya B Crossley has been doing comedy ever since she came out her mama’s womb. She’s filled with nothing but love, truth and laughter. Her husband seems to think she’s his mother. Well! that’s what he tells her, when she tells him what to eat, what to drink, what to wear and how to drive. He calls it overbearing. She calls it, protecting her investment.
• Joey Cerone (Bloomington, IN)
  Joey Cerone is a 20 year old Bloomington Comedian with 4 years of stand up experience. He is also the head writer of local sketch comedy group Boy in the Bubble. He is a two time quarterfinalist in the Bloomington stand up competition and he’s a pretty nice guy.
• Kadeem Richardson (Baltimore, MD)
  Kadeem Richardson is a professional comedian, writer, and Doctor! His witty, energetic, and thought provoking comedy blends smart humor with cultural roots. In his comedy, he mixes humor with surviving America as Black man with a graduate degree. He recently won Magooby’s comedian of the month. Although he’s new to the DMV area he has opened up or hosted for Jamali Maddix, The Christi Show, Tim Northern, Erik Escobar, and many more
• Chandler Chase (Chicago, IL)
  Chandler Chase is a Chicago comedian and writer whose bold opinions and “of course this happened to you” life stories make for a great night. Chandler has performed at the Laugh Factory, The Comedy Bar, The Improv, The Comedy Shrine, The FunnyBone, Go Bananas Comedy Club, and many poorly lit bars. Chandler has opened for Fortune Feimster, Jackie Kashian, Orny Adams & Leslie Norris-Townsend. He has performed at the Louisville Comedy Festival and “the funniest person in Cincinnati” showcase.

Show time runs approximately 90 minutes.

Please note the following important information:

• 2 drink minimum per person (can be non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverage)
• 18% service fee will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
• General Admission is based on first come first serve.
• Doors open 30min prior to start of show.
• All patrons must provide vaccination cards before entry. Digital copies will suffice.
• All patrons must be masked upon entry and until seated.
• Tickets are non-refundable.