2026 San Gabriel Valley Comedy Festival Headliners
Brian Kiley
Brian Kiley is a two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, writer, and performer best known for his 27 years as a staff writer on Conan, where he won an Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy/Variety Series and received 16 Emmy nominations. A veteran stand-up comic, Brian has appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and continues to perform at comedy clubs across the country. His television credits also include Comedy Central Presents, Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist, and a recurring role on Delocated, while his writing work most recently earned him a Daytime Emmy for the final season of Ellen.
Sunday August 23, 2026 7p
Ahmed Bharoocha
Monday August 24, 2026 9pAhmed Bharoocha is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer, whose unique blend of sharp social commentary, absurd observations, and high-energy storytelling has earned him national recognition. He has appeared on Conan, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Comedy Central, and America's Got Talent, and stars as Nurse Ahmed on Adult Swim's Dream Corp LLC. Ahmed has released a Comedy Central Half Hour special and has performed at major comedy festivals including Just For Laughs in Montreal and the Moontower Comedy Festival.
Tony Vinh
Tony Vinh is a nationally touring comedian known for his sharp observations, clever storytelling, and uniquely Asian American perspective. Often jokingly referred to by fellow comedians as "Chris Wok" for his insightful social commentary, Tony has performed across the United States as well as in Asia and Europe. He has been a featured performer at major comedy festivals including the Second City LA Comedy Festival, San Diego Comedy Festival, Gilda's LaughFest, Out of Bounds Comedy Festival, and the Detroit Comedy Festival. Originally from Kansas City and now based in Los Angeles, Tony continues to win over audiences with his smart, relatable, and hilariously original take on life.
Sunday August 23, 2026 9p
Monday August 24, 2026 7pKiki Yeung
Kiki Yeung is a Hong Kong-born comedian, producer, actress, and writer based in Los Angeles. She is the founder of the nationally touring, award-winning shows Crazy Woke Asians and Kiki Funny Mama’s Night Out, and has been featured by Elizabeth Banks’ WhoHaha as well as The Los Angeles Times, Time Out New York, and The Seattle Times. Known for her sharp crowd work, animated storytelling, and Cantonese-inspired humor, Kiki delivers a bold and hilarious perspective on family, culture, relationships, and modern motherhood.
Alex Durazzo
Tuesday August 25, 2026 9pAlex Durazzo is a San Gabriel Valley-based comedian and producer, and he is the Audience Award winner of the 2025 San Gabriel Valley Comedy Festival. Known for his friendly, high-energy storytelling, sharp punchlines, and instantly likable stage presence, Alex has become a favorite among audiences throughout Southern California. He is the producer of Makeshift Comedy Co., which produces sold out pop up comedy events and a weekly open mic at Astronaut City.
PK
Thursday August 26, 2026 7pPK is one of the most influential figures in Asian American comedy and entertainment in Los Angeles. A longtime stand-up comedian and regular at top clubs including the Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, and the Improv, PK has introduced thousands of first-time audience members to live comedy and performed at more than 100 colleges across the country. Beyond the stage, he is a respected community leader and the founder of Kollaboration, the groundbreaking Asian American talent organization that helped launch and support a generation of artists and creators. A champion of Korean-American representation and a beloved figure in the Los Angeles Korean community, PK was invited to the White House as a Champion of Change for his contributions to the community. With his unique blend of sharp comedy, cultural insight, and decades of leadership, PK has become a true pioneer in the Asian American entertainment world.
Aparna Nancherla
Tuesday August 25, 2026 7pAparna Nancherla is an acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, actress, and author known for her distinctive deadpan style, sharp observational humor, and uniquely relatable perspective. A former writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers and Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell, Aparna has appeared on Conan, Netflix's The Standups, HBO's Crashing, Comedy Central, and the hit animated series BoJack Horseman, where she voiced Hollyhock. Named one of Variety's "10 Comics to Watch," she has become one of comedy's most original voices, earning praise for her witty, thoughtful storytelling and memorable performances across stand-up, television, and film.
Erik Escobar
Wednesday August 26, 2026 9pErik Escobar is an internationally touring comedian, writer, and producer known as the premier Mexipino comedian. He has performed at comedy clubs, colleges, theaters, and cruise ships across the United States and abroad, both independently and as part of the Almost Asian Comedy Tour. Erik's television and media appearances include NBC's Last Comic Standing, BuzzFeed, FOX's I Can See Your Voice, You Bet Your Life with Jay Leno, and his own TED Talk. Holding a Master of Fine Arts degree in Comedy Theory and Studies from Goddard College, Erik combines sharp cultural observations with an energetic, relatable style that has made him a favorite with audiences around the world.
New Joke City
Friday August 28, 2026 7p & 9pCreated by Teresa Lo and hosted by Chris Miller, New Joke City is a wild, fast-paced comedy experience featuring a rotating cast of comics who have mastered crowd work, improvisation, tagging, and turning real-life stories into unforgettable laughs. Featured as part of Netflix Is A Joke Festival 2026, this raunchy and unpredictable show is built around audience suggestions, ensuring that no two performances are ever the same. Whether it's spontaneous confessions, outrageous stories, or off-the-cuff punchlines, New Joke City delivers a one-of-a-kind comedy show where anything can happen.
Sally Mullins
Saturday August 29, 2026 7p Best of the FestSally Mullins is a British-American comedian, actress, producer, and podcast host known for her fearless, unapologetically raunchy comedy and larger-than-life personality. A longtime fixture of the Los Angeles comedy scene, she spent more than 15 years hosting shows at the Comedy Store and has entertained troops overseas through Armed Forces Entertainment tours. In addition to stand-up, Sally has built a successful career in adult entertainment under the name Jamie Foster, giving her a unique perspective that fuels her bold, outrageous, and wildly entertaining storytelling. She has appeared on MTV, Playboy TV, and Lights Out with David Spade, released her stand-up special Sleazy Does It on Amazon Prime, and continues to produce films and host the popular Hello Cougar podcast.
Hans Sardo
Wednesday August 26, 2026 7pHans Sardo is a nationally touring comedian, actor, and producer known for his sharp observational humor, quick wit, and engaging stage presence. A featured performer at the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Hans has built a loyal following through his relatable comedy and appearances at clubs and venues across the country. In addition to stand-up, he is an accomplished actor who has appeared in films including The Bottom Dweller. Hans also produces and hosts a popular monthly comedy showcase at Flappers Comedy Club and is a regular host at Astronaut City, where he continues to entertain audiences with his smart, energetic style.
Matt Kinney
Thursday August 27, 2026 9pMatt Kinney is an Iowa-born, Los Angeles-based comedian known for his sharp joke writing, dark humor, and self-deprecating Midwestern charm. In 2025, he won the San Gabriel Valley Comedy Festival Judge's Pick Award, beating nearly 80 comedians to earn the festival's title. His stand-up clips have garnered hundreds of thousands of views online, and he performs regularly throughout Southern California with a style that emphasizes expertly crafted jokes and his unique perspective.