Black Wednesday Comedy

Get ready for a night of smart, sharp, and seriously funny stand-up with Paul Farahvar, Kristen Toomey, Ruben Ramirez and Tyler Fowler

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About your lineup:
Ruben Ramirez
Ruben Ramirez is one of Chicago’s fastest-rising comedians, known for his blend of blue humor, relatable storytelling, and sharp observational jokes that hit every crowd. You’ve seen him on WGN, The Michael Colyar Morning Show, BET+’s North of the 10, and films on Amazon Prime and Tubi. His Roast Battle appearances have pulled in millions of views, and he’s opened for a long list of national touring acts including Martin Amini, Chingo Bling, George Perez, Craig Conant, Ken Flores, and Josh Pray. With festival appearances, collaborations with major brands, and a rapidly growing following across social media, Ruben is quickly becoming a name to watch.


Kristen Toomey
Kristen Toomey is a comedy powerhouse with a voice that’s unapologetic, honest, and unmistakably Chicago. Her reels have racked up more than 20 million views, her Zanies-produced Micro Special hit 300K views, and her debut album Motherf*cker. reached #1 on iTunes. Kristen has performed at Just For Laughs, Netflix Is A Joke Festival, and can be seen on Kevin Hart’s LOL! Network and Peacock. With her high-energy delivery and brutally funny storytelling, she remains one of the most in-demand performers in the scene.


Paul Farahvar
Known for his quick-witted, dry humor and stories about being a practical (and perpetually single) bachelor, Paul Farahvar has built a national touring career from the ground up. A former litigator turned comic, Paul is a longtime Laugh Factory regular who has opened for Demetri Martin, Gary Gulman, Dusty Slay, and Bret Ernst. His Dry Bar special Always a Groomsman and Helium special Middlewestern, Middle Eastern highlight his comedic range, and his podcast Singles Only! continues to grow a dedicated fanbase.


Hosted by Tyler Fowler
Holding the night together is nationally touring comedian Tyler Fowler, whose clever, clean-but-sharp style and relatable stories have earned him a #1 iTunes comedy album (Friends With 401(k) Benefits), a Dry Bar special (Little Spoon), and an hour with Comedy Dynamics (My Mom Said I Can’t Go). Tyler is a regular at both Zanies and Laugh Factory and brings the perfect mix of charm and punchlines to kick off the night.