J.B. Smoove an east coast stand-up comedian, actor and writer better known for his unforgettable role as Leon Black in HBO’s “Curb your Enthusiasm.” Leon is Larry’s profane, raunchy loudmouth roomie that’s not afraid to speak his mind and bring the “ruckus” to the ladies. From 2003-2007, J.B. was also a writer for the famous show Saturday Night Live, showing his skills and charisma with hilarious ideas for numerous sketches. More recently you’ve seen Mr. Smoove in the acclaimed FOX comedy show “Till Death” along side with Brad Garret.

All that experience in the world of comedy gave him the opportunity to get on the big screen in films such as Mr. Deeds with Adam Sandler, and Date Night with Steve Carell and Tina Fey. J.B. is currently working on the comedy film “Hall Pass” that is scheduled to come out in theatres next year, as well as hosting the stand-up comedy series “Russell Simmons Presents: Stand-up at The El-Rey” on Comedy Central.

As for his stand-up comedy, J.B. it’s a comedian that’s very real and likes to connect with his audience, kind of like Leon. In other words, Smoove is not satisfied with just chuckles, he won’t stop until he is getting gut bursting laughter from the crowd.
Don’t miss him bring the “Ruckus” to the Tempe IMPROV!

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Thursday 9th 8pm
Friday 10th 8:00 & 10:00pm
Saturday 11th 8:00 & 10:00pm

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Don’t be fooled by her stunning good looks, because this girl is not only hot, she is also razor sharp funny. Iliza, an all American girl from Dallas has come a long way since winning season 6 of the hit NBC series “Last Comic Standing” making her the youngest and only female to accomplish such a feat. Iliza’s sarcastic witty style has landed her a half hour Comedy Central Presents special that aired this past April. The half-hour special gave her even more exposure and  a solid fan base. In addition, Iliza has made appearances on E!’s “Chelsea Lately” with Chelsea Handler. The Howard Stern Show and NBC’s “Last Call” with Carson Daly to name a few.

Iliza tours all over the country at well known colleges and comedy clubs, as well as hosting the hit web series “The Weakly News with Iliza” on thestream.tv in which she gives a little twist to the latest world-wide news, with a small dose of “booty shaking.” It’s no secret that Iliza has a very promising career. Don’t miss her this weekend here at the Tempe IMPROV!

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Friday 3rd 8:00 & 10:00pm

Saturday 4th 8:00 & 10:00pm

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Even though Ralphie May has been in the business for a very long time, he had his big debut on NBC’s hit reality show “Last Comic Standing,” and ever since audiences can’t get enough of the hilarious southern comedic genius. He was voted one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” in 2008.  Ralphie’s brand of comedy it’s absolutely hilarious and edgy, to be more specific he mostly talks about controversial takes on racism, Tiger Woods, cake, his almost 400lb of weight, hip-hop culture, and being “white trash.” It’s no wonder that he gets standing ovations on almost every one of his shows all over the country. May was also a part of the show “Celebrity Fit Club” on the first season; he lost 27lb and gained even more fans. On 2006 he had his first Comedy Central special named “Girth of a Nation” followed by “Prime Cut” on 2007 and his newest one named “Austin-tatious” on 2008.

May has also worked as a writer and producer on ESPN’s “Mohr Sports” starring Jay Mohr. His other television credits include CBS’s “The Late Late Show” with Craig Kilborn” as well as many appearances on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”, “The Man Show”, and “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno in which he received a very much deserved standing ovation.

Ralphie will have you laughing until your stomach hurts for a full two hours of his stand-up act, be sure to catch him this weekend here at the Tempe IMPROV!

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Thursday 26th 8:00pm

Friday 27th 8:00 & 10:00pm

Saturday 28th 8:00 & 10:00pm

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Voted in Variety’s top 10 comics to watch, Kyle Kinane is making a name for himself. Starting out in bars and small clubs 10 years ago Kyle has worked his way up to touring on his own. He was noticed by Patton Oswalt and started touring with Oswalt on and off for the past 2 years. Kyle has featured for several well credited comedians such as Brian Poshen and Norm MacDonald to name a few. Kyle has been performing at festivals across the country such as “BlizzCon” and “Just for laughs” in Chicago Last June which was featured on TBS. After the JFL festival Kyle began his own stand up tour driving from town to town performing in small clubs and bars.

Earlier this year Kinane released his first Comedy CD titled “Death of the Party” where Kyle talks about miserable jobs, getting pulled over on his bike, insomnia, and several other life events he has experienced. His stand up is very observant with every day events giving the audience a chance to relate similar events they may have had happen to them in their life. His “Act” doesn’t seem like a written act you would get from other comedians but flows just as good as the best of them from one topic to the next.

Come check out Kyle Kinane this weekend at the Tempe Improv!

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Friday 20th 8pm 10pm
Saturday 21st 8pm 10pm

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Best known for winning the 3rd season of the NBC’s hit show Last Comic
Standing in 2004, then becoming one of the judges for the show during
season 5 along with Kathleen Madigan and ANT. Alonzo Bodden is a comedian
that’s not afraid to speak the truth… and then some. His style of comedy is
smart-edge with takes on politics, racism, and other controversial topics
as well as every day funny situations with his remarkable on-stage
delivery. Although comedy has always been his passion, he originaly didn’t
make a living through comedy. In his early years he worked as a jet
mechanic and it was then he discovered his ability to make a group of
people laugh, so he decided to enroll in a comedy class. And well the rest
is comedy history.

After doing Last Comic Standing and several tours all over the country,
Alonzo got his own half-hour special on Comedy Central in 2005. In addition
to his TV credits he was the host for the reality show  “Americas Worst
Driver” on the Travel Channel and “101 Cars You Must Drive” on Speed TV. He
also has made several appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and
Late Night with Conan O’Brien.

Bodden has also had his good share on the big screen doing appearances in
movies such as Bringing Down the House (2003), The Girl Next Door (2004),
and Scary Movie 4 (2006). All and all there’s no doubt that Alonzo has what
it takes to make anybody laugh, catch him this weekend at the Tempe Improv!

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Thursday 12th 8:00pm

Friday 13th 8:00 & 10:00pm

Saturday 14th 8:00 & 10:00pm

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Adam Carolla, a very versatile television and radio personality. His career path has been so unique since he started as a carpenter and a boxing trainer in his free time, and now he is one of the most popular comedians in Hollywood. In 1996 he got a job as a co-host for the radio show Loveline with Dr. Drew Pinsky giving witty advice on everything that regards relationships.  His early work on TV was as a co-host in The Man Show in 1999 and then as a co-creator in the Comedy Central’s Crank Yankers in 2002-2007 along with long time friend Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel and Carolla also founded Jackhole industries which has produced several shows such as Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Andy Milonakis Show, The Adam Carolla Project and many others. Inspired by his own story Adam wrote and starred in the comedy film The Hammer that came out on DVD in 2008.

With his brilliant spot-on sense of humor, Carolla has also been a pioneer on radio podcasts with his own show called The Adam Carolla Show on free FM with the most downloaded podcasts. In studio, the show has famous guests including Patton Oswald, Tina Fey, Kyle Kinane among many others talking with Adam about funny anecdotes and “What can’t Adam complaint about?” a segment of the show that it’s pretty self- explanatory.  Come experience the Adam Carolla Show Live here at the Tempe IMPROV.

Friday 6^th 8:00 & 10:00 pm

Saturday 7^th 8:00 & 10:00pm

Sunday 8th 5:00 & 8:00pm

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“Heey Bud-deee!!” It only takes those two words from Josh Blue as he gets on stage to make the audience go wild applauding with approval because they know they’re in for a great show. With his undeniable charisma he makes new fans everywhere he goes. He loves to educate people about the stereotypes and misconceptions that surround Cerebral Palsy  therefore his act consists of very sharply written jokes, mostly about himself, but with a lot of room for improvisation which makes his show nothing short of hysterical. Despite having Cerebral Palsy, a physical disability that affects muscle movement, Josh has a very promising career as a comedian and maintains an active role on the U.S. Paralympics Soccer Team.
He began his stand up career while seeking a creative writing degree at the Evergreen State College. But it wasn’t until 2006 that he made a name for himself when he won the 4^th season of the popular reality NBC show called Last Comic Standing. Ever since Josh has been touring non-stop all over America, performing in the most important comedy clubs in the country and becoming one of the hottest comedians in the business. Josh has also been in several television shows, he was the first comedian performer on the Ellen DeGeneres talk show, and his other TV appearances include Comedy Central Presents, Mind of Mencia with Carlos Mencia and Live with Regis and Kelley. Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening full of laughter with Josh Blue here at the Tempe IMPROV.

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Friday 30th 8:00 & 10:00pm
Saturday 31^st 8:00 & 10:00pm
Sunday 1st 8:00pm

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Patrick DeGuire is a Latino comedian that got his stand-up career started after losing a significant amount of vision due to an eye disease called Optic Neuritis. Using comedy to turn a negative into a positive as a means of self therapy, he discovered his gift to make people laugh. After getting started in his home town of San Diego, CA, Patrick won the Improv Harrah’s National Comedy Club Talent Search. His numerous national television appearances include Comedy Central, Que Loco on Galavision, and Loco Comedy Jam on Telemundo among others. He has gained the affection of his audience across the nation while touring with such comedians as Dave Attell, David Alan Grier, George Lopez, and Paul Rodriguez. Patrick has also performed for the U.S. Troops overseas several times in Bahrain, Cuba (Guantanamo Bay), Djibouti, Guam, Honduras, Iraq, Japan, and Korea.

Patrick is living proof that laughter is the best medicine, and it can heal you physically and mentally. His brand of comedy reaches all types of audiences talking about family matters, several racial issues due to him being both Mexican and French Canadian,  and of course the advantages and disadvantages of being legally blind.

Let him show you why life is too short to be taken seriously this weekend at The Tempe Improv!

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Thursday 22^nd 8:00pm
Friday 23^rd 8:00 & 10:00pm
Saturday 24^th 8:00 & 10:00pm

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Steve Byrne, a comic with a very interesting background that gives him a whole lot of great material. He is half Asian half Irish so it’s only appropriate that he calls himself a “Cauc-Asian”. Byrne style of comedy is energetic, fresh and absolutely gut-busting hilarious. Whether he is interacting with the crowd giving advice about relationships or just talking about his perspective on everyday situations, Byrne is truly a master of his craft. He started doing stand-up in his home-town NYC quickly gaining popularity and shortly after he begun touring across the country. Steve has been a part of several national comedy tours including, Vince Vaughn’s “Wild West Comedy Tour,” the popular all Asian comedy group “The Kims of Comedy,” and “The Jameson Comedy Tour” to say a few. As well as entertaining our Troops overseas, he has featured for Colin Quinn on a USO tour in Iraq and for Drew Carrey in Afghanistan, then headlined his own USO tour in Afghanistan last year.

Steve’s stand-up has been featured on a large number of TV shows including, NBC’s The Tonight Show, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live and BET’s Comic View, The Chapelle Show. Being the talented comedian that he is, Steve has landed small parts on the big screen with good pal Vince Vaughn in “Four Christmases” (2008) and “Couples Retreats” (2009),also in the film “The Goods: The Don Ready Story” (2009). He was a regular on the NBC series “The Real Wedding Crashers.” His second 1 hour special “The Byrne Identity” premieres on July 25th of this year on Comedy Central. For now he is touring all over while working on his new material, you can catch him this weekend here at the Tempe Improv!

Thursday 15th 8:00pm
Friday 16th 8:00 & 10:00pm
Saturday 17th 8:00 & 10:00pm
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Rusty Dooley is not your typical comedian, his high energy on stage and much elaborated act reaches a whole new level of comedy. The only thing that Rusty loves more than movies is making people laugh, and as a result his take on Hollywood’s cinema is very original and hands down brilliant, from a break-dancing Michael Myers to Tom Cruise shooting Top Gun 2, he will have you laughing hysterically. Dooley is based in Hollywood, CA but has traveled  all over the country making new fans everywhere he goes. Rusty recently got back from a world tour with Russell Peters, performing in sold-out shows before an audience of 5000 people in the Far East and India. He is currently working on a 1 hour DVD for Miramax, and has been voted the funniest comic by 944 Magazine. There is no doubt that Rusty is destined for stardom, catch him this weekend at the Sideshow Café here at the Tempe Improv!

Friday July 9^th 7:30 & 9:30pm

Saturday July 10^th 7:30 & 9:30pm

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