Events: a great night out at Playhouse Nightclub

Dusty Cagle is a North Carolina stand up and improv comedian who mixes the best of both worlds in his own silly and whimsical way! 

Dusty can also be seen up and down the eastern part of the country performing with his group Attention Horse at various comic cons!

Dusty has opened for Eddie Pepitone, JT Haberstat, Junior Stopka, Dusty Slay, The Bustercups and “Hack Saw” Jim Duggan!

Comedian Seth Payne of Greensboro, NC likes to make the stage feel like home with his silly and relatable comedy. Seth’s comedy makes audiences feel like they’re talking to that one chill cousin you actually get along with at Thanksgiving. Drawing from his childhood in West Virginia, Seth is sure to make your night a hoot!

Ethan Justice is a standup comedian from Greensboro, NC. He was a finalist in the Ultimate Comic Challenge at the Idiot Box Comedy Club in Greensboro and a semi-finalist in the NC’s Funniest Competition at Goodnight’s in Raleigh. He has also Co-Headlined at the Idiot Box and featured for comedians like Robert Baril, Mike Mello and Andy Forrester. 

Ethan’s unique style of comedy punches through the crowd for an unforgettable time. 

The duo consists of Zack and Matty (also referred to as Zach and Matt), who channel the high-energy personas of Jack Black and Kyle Gass.

They perform as a precise acoustic duo, focusing on faithful recreations of Tenacious D’s iconic “rocket sauce”. Their shows are described as a mix of “power-chord heroism,” face-melting guitar work, and divine-prophecy harmonies.

Their performances are designed to be wild, interactive sagas rather than just a parody. Fans are encouraged to participate in a “worship” of the D’s legacy, often resulting in high-energy sing-alongs of the “Gospel of Rock”.

Expect classics like “Tribute,” “Wonderboy,” “Kickapoo,” and “Beelzeboss”.

Opened for Gary Owen & Jim Florentine! Performs for Teachers Gone Bad. Was on Nickelodeon in the 90’s!

Angie Schultz is a stand-up comic who connects with audiences through sharp wit and personal humor. She’s performed at comedy clubs and Don’t Tell Comedy stages across the southeast. 

Ayeshia Ayeshia Known as “The Comedy Thunda Cat” for sharing her life changing experiences as a cougar in denial. Ayeshia has been successfully performing standup over the years in several states, with crowds of all sizes. She has shared stages with Comedy legends and greats (stars from Comic View, Comedy Central, Def Comedy Jam) from all over including opening up for comedy star and morning show host Rickey Smiley in front of an audience of 3K ppl. In addition to performing she worked closely with his production and management team perfecting the art of comedy and comedy productions. She is the Owner of “Da Laugh Company” comedy production company and “The Closet Exchange” producing shows at her own venue twice a month.  Look forward to seeing her on screen as she has been filmed in two sitcoms and a movie!

Dan Alten is an intelligent goofball from Kentucky who has been traveling the country for the past decade doing over 150 shows a year bringing his charming nonsense everywhere from theaters to punk basements to art galleries to beloved comedy clubs. Like if the Ramones were one guy with a mustache and good jokes. He has opened for Kyle Kinane, Bobcat, Sam Tallent, Rory Scovel, Sarah Sherman from SNL, Johnny Pemberton, Hari Kondabolu, rapper Open Mike Eagle, DJ Doug Pound & David Leibe Hart from Tim & Eric, various punk bands with silly names, and a guy at an open mic who tried to throw his father’s ashes into the crowd. He has recorded 2 albums, written a zine, and filmed a pilot for an Amazon Prime stand up show that was lost to history. But most importantly he’s very funny and unique. You will enjoy him. And if not you can mud wrestle him after the show.

Ellie Coleman is a Standup Comedian and Comedy Show Producer based out of Wilmington, NC. 

Ellie’s comedy can be described as “An angry Lesbian that both the gay and straight communities have reservations about.” Runner up in Port City’s Top Comic 2022, 2023 and 2024. Her quick wit roasts celebrity, pop culture and society as a whole with a born and bred Southern charm. 

Chris Monds originally from Dunn, NC. He started performing stand-up in June of 2016.  He’s opened and performed with numerous celebrities including Gary Owen, DC Young Fly, Christian Johnson, and EJ Speaks just to name a few. He’s been referred to as a “comic’s comic” due to his witty writing and his observational style of comedy. His personal style of comedy has captivated audiences and has allowed him to perform throughout the United States.

Stephen Henry started comedy in Tampa, Florida and has performed at bars, clubs, and pretty much anywhere with a spotlight and a PA in the southeast.

In 2021, Stephen was selected as “Best Up and Coming Comedian in Tampa” by Creative Loafing. In 2019, Stephen was semi-finalist in Florida’s Funniest.

Stephen has worked with some of your favorite comics including AJ Wilkerson, Jessica Michelle Singleton, Joe List, Nick DiPaolo, and even Louis CK.

Joe Perrow is an award-winning comedian with over a decade of experience on stage. As the winner of NC’s Funniest Person in 2015 and the Ultimate Comic Challenge in 2017, Joe combines a unique blend of witty humor and animated delivery. Joe spent four years performing in New York City on some of the city’s best stages but has since returned home to North Carolina where he can be seen exploring interesting observations with a hint of sarcasm and satire.

Eric Emerson is a standup comedian originally from North Carolina, with comedic roots in Chicago. He is the co-host of the “Turnip & Stone” podcast, and a regular performer at the Zanies, Laugh Factory, a Den Theatre of Chicago. Over the last 12 years he’s opened for some of Comedy’s biggest names like Shane Gillis, Robert Kelly, Big Jay Oakerson, Luis J Gomez, Dave Smith, Kelsey Cook, and more!’

Hailing from the humble streets of Rocky Mount,NC, Matt Dameron brings a unique brand of clean yet dark comedy that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. With wit as sharp as a Carolina barbecue knife, Matt slices through the mundane and serves up hilarious observations about his personal life, the political landscape, and life in general.

As a seasoned comedian, he has Co-produced the first comedy special released from Joe Rogan’s Comedy Mothership, and shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business, Including Mark Normand, Joe List, Chris Porter, Casey Rocket, Kam Patterson and Hans Kim.

Currently on tour with David Lucas, Matt Dameron brings this signature blend of Southern charm and sarcasm to comedy clubs and festivals across the country. Don’t miss your chance to experience the thrill of laughing so hard you snort your sweet tea out your nose!

Has worked with ⬇️

MARK NORMAND, CASEY ROCKET, CHRIS PORTER, JOE LIST, KAM PATERSON, HANS KIM

CURRENTLY ON TOUR AND FEATURING FOR DAVID LUCAS

A funny man with no bio. A mystery!

Johmar Hernandez is a stand-up comedian whose style blends sharp social observation with playful vulnerability. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the South, Johmar brings a perspective that feels both culturally specific and universally relatable. Finding humor in identity, relationships, mental health, and the quiet chaos of everyday life.

Ahren Belisle has skyrocketed onto some of the biggest stages in comedy—despite only performing stand-up for a few short years. He won over millions as a Top 10 Finalist on America’s Got Talent and made an unforgettable debut on the wildly popular podcast Kill Tony, where he’s become a regular fixture. A former software engineer and mental health advocate, Ahren was born in Northern Ontario with cerebral palsy and is nonverbal, delivering his punchlines through his phone. His innate charm and quick wit have earned him a unique place in comedy—where the comedian who doesn’t speak is allowed to say anything. Ahren has built a devoted following of over a million fans across social media, using his platform to blend bold comedy with messages of positivity, inclusion, and resilience.

Michael D’Angelo is a Las Vegas, born stand-up comedian, writer, and Marine Corps veteran whose comedy speaks just as loudly to the losing gambler in the back of the bar as it does to the die-hard fan in the front row.

He is the founder of the Rapid Fire Comedy Tour, a nonprofit that brings stand-up comedy directly to military units, first responders, and veteran communities nationwide.

Dennis Vee was made for comedy. After continually being punched in the face by life’s golden moments, he has decided to punch back!

After 20 years of snapping necks and cashing checks, he set foot on stage for the first time in April 2022 and quickly figured out that stand-up is cheaper than therapy. 

He has opened for Orlando Jones, and has performed in Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Indiana, and Illinois. Originally from NY, he calls NC his comedy home. 

When he’s not slinging jokes, he is producing shows for his veteran nonprofit ‘Laugh It Off!’.

You can see Dennis perform all throughout NC and wherever the comedy gods take him. 

“I’m letting life hit me until it gets tired. Then I’ll hit back.” – Sebastian, La La Land

A true Midwestern Millennial, his misdirection and light take on dark humor will have you giggling the entire night. A “blink and you’ll miss it” approach to everyday life, and his uncanny ability to stack punch lines, you’ll understand why in his 2.5 years of comedy he’s been featured on the “Don’t Tell Comedy” series and has opened/featured for some of the South’s biggest names in comedy!

Bryson Banks is a stand-up comedian known for his quick wit and viral military crowd work, captivating audiences across the internet. With over 180K loyal followers, Bryson has made a name for himself by blending sharp observational humor with interactive performances that leave audiences laughing and engaged. His unique ability to connect with both military and civilian audiences has set him apart in the comedy scene, making him a rising star to watch. Whether on stage or online, Bryson Banks continues to push comedic boundaries with fresh, relatable content.