Welcome to PLAYHOUSE
VON MYCHAEL
Von Mychael is an up and coming comedian who hails from Chester, VA. Mychael grew up influenced by popular comics like Dave Chappelle, Ellen DeGeneres, Deon Cole, and D.L. Hughley. His work ethic and determination to become a celebrated name in comedy has landed him at the Apollo, where he won 2nd place. Mychael is a 6-time winner of the Funnybone Clash of Comics. He’s opened for heavyweights in comedy such as Jamie Kennedy and John Witherspoon
NICHOLE SPAIN
Nichole, has been a standup comedy for 8 years coming from the theatre world comedic roles. Her material is about being a teacher, kids in general, dating, growing up religion and now have independent thinking, and lastly her love for food and good sleep.
JALEN MONTANEZ
Jalen is a very charismatic and edgy comedian. From Fayetteville, North Carolina but performing comedy all over the state, he makes people laugh wherever he goes. He has a very unique way of thinking but is also very relatable. Winner of NC’s Funniest competition 2024 but has also worked with comedians like J.B. Ball, Che Durena, Nate Marshall and Malik B just to name a few.
CRYSTAL MO
Durham Native ,Mother,Caregiver,Chemist, Businesswoman jack of all trades master of none. Crystal Mo Debuted at Goodnights Comedy Club in July 2022. Known as the Queen of One liners. Her wittiness and raunchiness will keep your attention. Not just a Comedian but a Storyteller!
CARLOS VALENCIA
Sharp-tongued and hilarious. Intelligent and profane. Silly and provocative. Honest and off-kilter. Carlos Valencia, whose comedy was once described by comedy great Patton Oswalt as “a gorgeous level of hilarious wrong”, is a comedy insurgent intent on subverting phony mainstream sensibilities and exposing cultural hypocrisies with an arsenal of unapologetic observations and laugh-out-loud irreverence. Through years of honing his craft across the United States, Carlos Valencia has built an underground following nationwide and earned the respect of both up-and-coming comics and veteran comedy legends like Doug Stanhope and Tom Segura who have tapped him to be their opening act in multi-city comedy tours around the country.
BRIAN MARTIN
Brian Martin from Charlotte, North Carolina is known for his rapid fire jokes and impeccable timing. He brings a fun perspective to the stage and has entertained audiences throughout the East Coast with his high energy laugh filled performances that draw on a wide array of subjects and experiences. He has recently performed at The North Carolina Comedy Festival and The Queen City Comedy Experience. He has worked with national touring comedians including Kill Tony regular Uncle Lazer.
DYSON STYLES
Dyson Styles hail from Los Angeles, California. He’s been doing comedy for seven years and he’s opened for the Wayans brothers, Eddie Griffin, Aries Spears and Louis Anderson.
E-MAN
Emanuel Martinez, better known as E-man, is a clean comedian whose humor bridges cultures and experiences. Born in Texas and raised in North Carolina, E-man brings a fresh perspective to the comedy scene, drawing from his Hispanic heritage and Southern upbringing. In addition to his comedy career, E-man attended Elon University, where he studied physical therapy. His unique blend of relatable stories and clever observations, delivered with warmth and wit, make him a standout performer for audiences of all ages. Whether he’s joking about family life, cultural quirks, or the trials of adulthood, E-man’s clean comedy leaves everyone laughing and uplifted.
MOOKIE G.
Mookie G is an Atlanta based standup comic. He began pursuing his comedy dream at the young age of 42. In the beginning, he traveled to and from metro Atlanta restaurants, bars, and parking lots. Now he travels around the country. If he’s performing in your area go get your laugh on.