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Ithaca Laughs 2026

Discover The Next Icons Of Stand-Up Comedy

Ithaca Laughs 2026

Dates: May 28–30, 2026
Location: Downtown Ithaca, NY

Be part of Ithaca Laughs 2026—a three-day celebration of stand-up comedy happening alongside the Ithaca Festival. Seven shows. Packed audiences. Real laughs. This is your chance to perform and connect with Upstate New York’s comedy community.

Registration Fee: $35
Female Comedians: $10 off with code MFCIthacaLaughs26 (limited quantity available)

What to Expect

  • One 7-minute performance slot per comedian

  • Seven shows over three days

  • Opportunities to meet Upstate NY promoters and producers

  • Professional photo and video coverage

  • A fun, supportive environment for comics at all levels

How to Register

  1. Complete the registration form below.

  2. Submit your $35 registration fee.

  3. You’ll receive a confirmation email with show details and schedule updates.

Accessibility
We welcome all performers. If you have accessibility needs, please share them in the form so we can accommodate you.

Questions?

Text: 607.319.2723
Follow updates: #ComedyHOF #IthacaLaughs2026

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Ithaca Laughs 2026 Lineup

We will be updating the lineup as more comedians come on board for the festival! 

Ryan Andersons

Ryan Andersons is a stand-up comedian from Burnt Hills, NY. He's performed all over the midwest and east coast. He's the co-producer of Cloud City Comedy, and the host of the Comics Vs. Comics podcast.

Raja Krishnan

Raja Krishnan is a Comedian based in New York City. Having started at the ripe old age of 16 he has appeared on Kids in the Hall, performed as a regular at Yuk Yuk’s in Toronto and in addition is an Architect. He delivers hilarious perspectives about construction, languages and cultural oddities. His unique observations come alive in multiple accents and characters.
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Drew J

Drew J is a fast-rising stand-up comedian known for punch-packed storytelling, sharp timing, and a commanding stage presence that grabs every room he steps into. He placed second at the Syracuse Clash of Comics, reached the semifinals of Erie’s Funniest, and is the winner of the inaugural $100 Laugh Off Competition. Drew has opened for nationally touring acts and performs across the Rust Belt while expanding his reach and growing a loyal fanbase as @LaughWithDrew.
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Cat Mattis

Cat Mattis blends sharp observations and light chaos on comedy stages across New York State. Most cats have nine lives. Cat has nine personalities, ranging from accountant to comedian, and none of them can sit still. Cat has appeared at Don’t Tell Comedy, Syracuse FunnyBone, Crooked Mouth Comedy Festival, Good Karma Comedy Festival, Buffalo Comedy Collective, and the toughest room of all, her family’s Christmas party.
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Melany Bradshaw

Melany Bradshaw is from Albany, NY. She got into comedy because she realized her life was a joke and needed to share with the world her unique brand of self-deprecating humor. When she is not killing it on stage, she is smoking weed while petting her dog Mimi.
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Dre Gray

My name is Dre Gray, I’ve been doing comedy for the past 7 months, I’m a dad who loves to make ppl laugh and think
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Markel Luvid

Fun, loving, family, oriented, wacky, sarcastic, sexy son of a gun. I love his charisma you love his energy you love his smile and you’ll love the stories. He tells one of the best to ever do it one of the best to ever be Markel love-id(luvid)

Patricia Waldron

Patricia Waldron is a new comic from the Ithaca area who has performed at open mics around upstate New York. She tells funny stories, mostly about lesbian dating and her needy dog, and is fond of puns.
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Papi Cannon

Papi Cannon is a very funny comedian born and raised in Austin, TX. He's opened up for many big name comedians all over the country, Billy Serrels, Kraig Smith, Big Jah, Kelly Kelz, Cocoa Brown, Arnez J and many more. His style is so unique. He talks about his real life experiences and He adds some very funny music selections to his act as well to make you laugh and sing all the way home. He is truly the next big thing!!!!
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Nick Carra

Nick Carra is a NYC based comedian known for sharp writing, disciplined timing, and a polished, professional stage presence. He performs regularly across respected clubs and independent shows throughout the city. Nick’s comedy blends personal storytelling with smart, modern observations, delivering a style that resonates with both industry audiences and general crowds. His work reflects a strong command of structure and a clear comedic voice shaped by his East Coast roots. Focused, consistent, and continually developing his craft, Nick Carra is establishing himself as a distinctive and engaging presence in contemporary stand-up.
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Paola

Paola is a stand-up comedian and an actress based in NYC. While trying to gain experience as an assistant director on film sets, she ended up constantly cast in comic roles instead after making her peers laugh too hard. Her dark, energetic, and straightforward style of comedy is regularly performed at independent venues and clubs around NYC. When Paola isn't performing stand-up, she enjoys teaching yoga and talking to her plants (the plants are slowly withering, though, which may be related to her stories).
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Cooper Rego

Cooper Rego is a seasoned NYC-based comedian with over 20 years of experience blending sharp observational humor, quick-witted improvisation, and a unique mix of educational and athletic comedy. Known for his high-energy performances and insightful takes on everyday life, Cooper brings brains, brawn, and big laughs to every stage he hits. Whether riffing on the absurdities of modern life or drawing from his background in sports and education, his comedy connects with audiences of all kinds.
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Tyler Artis

6 year comedian based out of Albany New York. I run monthly showcase and co-host an open mic at The Local 217.

Sreedev Manikoth

I'm a new comic in Rochester. I've been doing Open mics for last seven months pretty much all the five comedy open mics regularly. I've done one show which was hosted by Rachel Daze in Boulder Cafe(I've taped it). I'm in the line up for the new comics stands for cancer, Dec 19, Comedy at the Carlson
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Mike Geeter

Mike is a unique comedian who hails from Pontiac, MI. Despite being a dropout from an Ivy League, he is a proud graduate of a community college. His humor is an insightful take on current events, family, and relationships. Growing up in a family with 17 siblings and being a father himself, Mike's comedy is a blend of sharp wit and a smooth delivery. He has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy venues in the U.S. and Canada and has had the opportunity to work with Kevin Hart, Tom Papa, Maria Bamford, Hannibal Burress, Natasha Leggero, Jim Norton, and Rickey Smiley, among others. 

For more than a dozen years, Mike has been a versatile artist who has been featured on Fox Television and Hulu's comedy showcase "Laughs," and on the Detroit episode of "Kevin Hart Presents: Hart Of The City 2" on Comedy Central. He has also moderated and hosted at national conferences, played Santa in a national OnStar commercial, and portrayed a casino bartender in a regional commercial. Additionally, he delivered a TEDTalk in October 2022 and can now be heard on SiriusXM on Kevin Hart's LOL Radio. Mike's company, SamRose Entertainment, produces comedy events around Michigan, including the Traverse City Comedy Festival!

Mike's first full-length comedy CD, "The Charm Offensive," is available on all digital platforms. His new “Put It On Tape: Detroit” mini-special can be seen on YouTube.

Gigi Fall

I'm a mom of 3, grandmom of 4 and a self employed massage therapist. My life is ridiculous and I share stories of that and my personal views on life as someone closing in on m 60!
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Jackson Taylor

Jackson Taylor is a comedian based in Southern Delaware. Having truly begun his journey in stand-up at the ripe age of 22, he has performed at Dream Big Venues in Delmar, DE, in dozens of open mics, and has even competed in the Roast Battle League’s NYC chapter.
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John Bent

John Bent is a stand-up comic who discovered comedy after a 25-year marriage, a PhD in computer science, and a lifetime of taking things too seriously. Now based in New York City, he finds humor in heartbreak, fatherhood, and the chaos of reinvention. A runner-up in the Comediq Comedy Contest, John connects with his mix of vulnerability, intellect, and self-deprecating charm. He performs regularly at clubs across New York City, including Comedy in Harlem, Gotham, Comedy Shop, Room 52, and West Side Comedy Club.
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Jose Da'Hype

Jose Da’Hype is an Austin-based comedian, actor, and all-around entertainer known for blending sharp queer wit with high-energy storytelling. They’ve built a growing fanbase through live shows, wild character work, and viral content that leans equal parts chaotic and charming. A disabled Army veteran turned full-time performer, Jose brings big personality, quick punchlines, and unapologetic Black queer joy to every stage they touch.

Granville Bazemore

Granville Bazemore brings the real to the mic. No script, no filter. His comedy hits different because it comes from life, loss, and everything in between. This ain’t safe stand-up. This is real talk that makes you laugh hard and feel it later.
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Noah Wolf

Noah Wolf is a Chicago-based comedian and actor. With some goofy observations and a silly gooseness, he’s quickly carving out his place in the Chicago comedy scene. He regularly features at clubs such as Zanies, Lincoln Lodge, Comedy Bar, Second City and more. He is also the producer of Big Bad Wolf Comedy, an independent show known for bringing some of the city’s sharpest talent to unique venues. Noah is represented by DDO artists.
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Joe partlow

Joseph Partlow is a seasoned stand-up comedian with ten years on the mic, known for blending sharp observational humor, vivid storytelling, and bold dark satire. Inspired early by legends like Eddie Murphy, Def Jam, SNL, and classic late-night comedy, Joseph developed a style that’s energetic, honest, and unafraid to push the line. His comedy is shaped by real life—family, struggle, survival, and the wild moments he’s lived through—which he turns into punchlines that hit hard and stay with the audience. Whether he’s bringing crowds to tears laughing or pulling them into a story, Joseph delivers a show with heart, edge, and unforgettable personalit
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Domo Cann

Domo Cann is a sharp-witted Black lesbian comedian and U.S. Army veteran. Based in Baltimore, she blends nerdy charm, veteran energy, and everyday chaos into punchlines that land every time. She’s rocked stages from Flappers (Burbank, Ca) to festivals across the country—and she’s just getting started.
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Kenny Reed

Kenny Reed is a Brooklyn based comedian known for his crafty punchlines and relatable personality. Kenny placed 2nd in the Rise Comedy Festival in Denver and recently opened for Dulce Sloan. Kenny performs all over the country with a passion for laughter.
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Thumper

Cult leader. Master Joke Peddler. Yummy snack maker.

Rachel Hendricks

Rachel Hendricks is a new comic from the Philly burbs. Her comedy is sharp, honest, and unapologetically awkward, taking aim at everyday disasters and her own questionable life choices. She was a finalist in the Soul Joel’s Best of the Burbs competition.
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Peter Khoo

Peter Khoo is a stand-up comedian based out of New York City. He regularly performs at Gotham Comedy Club, frequently headlining American Comedy Institute shows, and has performed in professionally produced shows around NYC including West Side Comedy Club, St. Marks Comedy Club, The Grisly Pear, Stand Up NY, EastVille Comedy Club, and The Tiny Cupboard. He was a selection of The Laughing Buddha Comedy Festival 2025, Crooked Mouth Comedy Fest 2025, The Good Karma Comedy Festival 2025, and The Good Karma, South Satellite Comedy Festival 2025. He was a finalist of The Hudson Valley Comedy Festival 2024. Earlier in 2025, Peter headlined a show at The Port of Call, a national award-winning nautical-themed lounge and restaurant in Mystic, Connecticut.
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The Unnerving Tesseract

I was a stand-up comic in Western New York State in the early 2000s. I headlined shows locally at that time. My life changed when I had kids, and I gave up comedy for 15 years. I returned to comedy in 2023 and began performing two different acts: one as a superhero called “The Unnerving Tesseract” and as a cowboy named “Johnny ‘Bing Bong’ Perot.” I’ve started working locally as both characters.

JJ Mattise

J Mattise, a Queens native, has been performing stand-up for over a decade with a style rooted in sharp observations and storytelling. She’s been featured on Amazon Prime, Tubi, Culture Con, and Hot97 Radio, and is a regular at New York Comedy Club and West Side Comedy Club. Nationally, JJ has performed at The Cellar, Chocolate Sundaes, DC Improv, and Hollywood Improv, and has opened for top comics including Nore Davis and Rita Brent.

Ty Hutchens

Born and raised in New York, Ty Hutchens is one of the top up and coming comedians of today!
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Gabe Baldizzi

Gabe Baldizzi is a writer, comedian from upstate NY who performs throughout the Hudson Valley. He’s opened for the likes of Greg Fitzsimmons and Sam Rubinoff, and earlier this year performed at The Comedy Mothership in Austin, TX.
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Prasanna Joshi

Prasanna has been a standup comedian performing all over NYC for the past 7 years. He has performed at Ithaca comedy festival numerous times and also headlined the Fingerlakes comedy festival in Ithaca in 2025. You can see him on Amazon Prime early next year, he will be a part of the comedy special titled “Traffic Jam Comedy Jam”
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Mike Stanley

Delaware based comic Mike Stanley’s self patented freckles got him to where he is today. He continues to navigate the world as he sees fit, and by the world he means America(white people). Featured at Gotham and Broadway Comedy Club in NY. Host of “The Ciro Show” in Wilmington, DE. Creator and curator of Freckle Face Features.
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Jake Quanbeck is a joke scientist. He carefully crafted his skills across the years, living in Portland, Chicago, and New York. His animated, sketch comedy series The Funny Flower Hour has earned numerous awards in both podcasting and film. His comedy is a mad concoction of insight and irreverence, engineered to make you laugh.

Ruthy Ferrera is the latest newcomer Winner of the renowned Nationwide Ladies of Laughter contest. She was first comic to open the new Copacabana in NYC, and performs all over the country.

Tom DeCillis is a Long Island-based stand-up comedian who can be seen performing at Comedy Clubs and Festivals across the country and was a finalist in the 2018 and 2019 Great Long Island Laugh-Off. Tom delivers a blend of comedy focused on his experiences with an Invisible Disability and out-of-the-box observations, commanding the stage with his friendly, likable personality.

David is a stand up comedian and podcaster from Rhinebeck NY. He’s performed in New York and Boston as well as various venues and clubs.

• Paid regular, Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club (Point Pleasant Beach, NJ) • SELECTED PERFORMER, ITHACA LAUGHS 2025 (Ithaca, NY) • Selected Performer, 2025 DNS Fest Brooklyn (Brooklyn, NY) • Selected Performer, 2025 Meadowlands Comedy Festival (Carlstadt, NJ) • Selected Performer, 2025 Drunk N Stoned Comedy Festival (Ocean City, MD) • Winner, 2024 6th Borough Comedy Competition (Jersey City, NJ) • Finalist, 2024 Dojo of Comedy Kumite Competition (Morris Plains, NJ)

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Ithaca Laughs 2026 Comedian Registration

Dates: May 28–30, 2026
Location: Downtown Ithaca, NY

Be part of Ithaca Laughs 2026—a three-day celebration of stand-up comedy happening alongside the Ithaca Festival. Seven shows. Packed audiences. Real laughs. This is your chance to perform and connect with Upstate New York’s comedy community.

Registration Fee: $35
Women Comedians: $10 off with code MFCIthacaLaughs26 (limited quantity available)

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What to Expect

  • One 7-minute performance slot per comedian

  • Seven shows over three days

  • Opportunities to meet Upstate NY promoters and producers

  • Professional photo and video coverage

  • A fun, supportive environment for comics at all levels

How to Register

  1. Complete the registration form below.

  2. Submit your $35 registration fee.

  3. You’ll receive a confirmation email with show details and schedule updates.

Accessibility

We welcome all performers. If you have accessibility needs, please share them in the form so we can accommodate you.

Questions?
Text: 607.319.2723
Follow updates: #ComedyHOF #IthacaLaughs2026

Ithaca Laughs 2026 Lineup

We will be updating the lineup as more comedians join the festival.

Ryan

Andersons

Raja

Krishnan

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Andrew

Jemison

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Loubens

Blaise

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Catherine

Mattis

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Melany

Bradshaw

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Deondre

Gray

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Markel

Luvid

Patricia

Waldron

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Laron

White

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Nick

Carra

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Paola

Dattner

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Cooper

Rego

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Tyler-Allen

Artis

Sreedev

Manikoth

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Mike

Geeter

Christine

Fall

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Jackson

Taylor

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John

Bent

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Jose

Da'Hype

Granville

Bazemore

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Noah

Wolf

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Joe

partlow

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Dominique

Cannon

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Kenny

Reed

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Thumper

Nuts

Rachel

Hendricks

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Peter

Khoo

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Richard

Gagnier

JJ

Mattise

Tyler

Hutchens

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Gabe

Baldizzi

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Prasanna

Joshi

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Michael

Stanley

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Jake

Quanbeck

Ruthy

Ferrera

Tom

DeCillis

David

stickle

AJ

Ellis

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