We proudly present Comedy Zen, a showcase of the funniest and finest multicultural comedians working today!
Come experience a hilarious evening of multicultural comedy "stylings." Selling out theaters all over Canada, we are excited to host Sugar Sammy, one of the hottest Desi comedians working in North America today. Also on the card we have Edwin Li from SF, the brashness of Danny Cho (MadTV), and Dwayne Perkins (Comedy Central, Conan O'Brien).
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The Hollywood Reporter just named him one of the top 10 rising comedy talents from around the world, and Askmen.com dubbed him “Comedy’s New Rock Star”.
Sugar Sammy was featured in his own comedy special “Sugar Sammy Live in Concert” for HBO Canada in June 2009. His special on Showtime Arabia, "Sugar Sammy Live in Dubai" have aired in Dubai and 14 countries throughout the Middle East in September 2009. His other television specials include the Showtime Arabia specials, “Minorities Rule” and “Friday Night Live”, CBC’s “Just For Laughs”, CTV’s “Comedy Now”, and appearances on The Comedy Network (Canada), The Comedy Channel (Australia), and on Dutch TV.
Find out more of him at www.SugarSammy.com.
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He has been seen on MadTV, The movie “Wedding Palace,” and various Bud Light commercials.
Danny is a regular at the World Famous Laugh Factory in Hollywood. You can also find him at the Improv, Haha Café, and Mixed Nuts Comedy Club.
Danny was in many sketches for Mad TV! where he played Bobby Lee’s sidekick, Pongo. In addition, Danny was in a Bud Light commercial with Carlos Mencia.
Danny has performed alongside many stand-up stars of today and tomorrow. He has shared the stage with Dave Chappelle, Tim Allen, Jon Lovitz, Darrell Hammond, Paul Rodriguez, Dane Cook, Bobby Lee, Godfrey, Jokoy, Russell Peters, Lisa Lampanelli, and many more.
Find out more of him at www.DannyCho.com.
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Edwin Li has been a working comedian since the age of 16, has performed at the Las Vegas Comedy Festival, the San Francisco and Sacramento Punch Line and produces various comedy shows in the Bay Area. Edwin’s comedy addresses issues ranging from dating to race, and from education to finance. An avid fan and dedicated student of comedy from a young age, Edwin’s comedy incorporates his own life experiences relating to family, education, and culture.
You can find out more about him and see his video clips at Edwin's Myspace page.
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Brooklyn native, Dwayne Perkins is a young vet in the Comedy game. With appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Late Late Show, and Premium Blend Dwayne has earned a spot in today’s class of elite Stand-up Comics. Dwayne is a regular crowd pleaser in New York, Boston and Los Angeles. The recent culmination of Dwayne’s talent and work has resulted in his very own Comedy Central Presents half hour special. The very well received special showcases Dwayne’s unique way of looking at life and unparalleled ability to convey it in a hilarious manner. Look for Dwayne in the HBO movie the Gristle, catch Dwayne on The Learning Channel teaching a Seattle fireman a thing or two about comedy on the show “Faking It.”
Find out more of him at www.DwaynePerkins.com.
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Come watch these talented comedians perform on Saturday, January 30. Portions of all shows will be going to the American Lung Association. The event will be held in the Japanese American National Museum's new multi-million dollar facility located in the heart of Little Tokyo.
Buy your tickets now!
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