Not just a pretty face, Jayson Cross is also pretty smart, pretty hilarious, and we're pretty thrilled to have him at The Laughing Academy!

About JAYSON CROSS

Dubbed "The Model Comic," Chicago-born and bred Jayson Cross combines quick wit with leading man looks (he was even featured in Playgirl's 2006 "Hot List"!).

A stand-up comedian, model and actor whose appearances range from national ads for major brands, photoshoots in Cosmopolitan, FHM, Marie Claire, and of course Playgirl (NO, he kept his clothes ON!) to TV work on 'As the World Turns' and 'All My Children,' Jayson has also hosted WE Network's '3 Men and a Chick Flick' and AMC's 'Date Night,' and his stand-up work includes headlining stand-up stints at top clubs like The Ice House, Zanies, and The New York Comedy Club as well as opening for celebrity acts like Kevin Nealon, Aries Spears, A Taste Of Honey, Richard Pryor Jr., Donnell Rawling, Sommore, and Sherrod Smalls.

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ACADEMY AFTER HOURS is The Laughing Academy’s BOYB (snacks and sodas available at the venue), grown-ups-only, not-TOO-late-night performance series bringing top-tier comics from around the country right here to YOU in Glenview!

So call the babysitter, bag a bottle (or stow a six-pack, we’re not here to judge...), and get yourself over to Glenview Road for FREE parking and first-class funnies!

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The Laughing Chameleon’s Hot Summer Schedule, plus New BOGO, Buy One/Get One Free Ticket Offer and Win Tickets!

The Laughing Chameleon’s Hot Summer Schedule, plus New BOGO, Buy One/Get One Free Ticket Offer and Win Tickets!

Doris Day Film Discussion: The Man Who Knew Too Much

Doris Day Film Discussion: The Man Who Knew Too Much

Doris Day Film Discussion: Young at Heart

Doris Day Film Discussion: Young at Heart

Oldest Chicago with Author David Witter

Oldest Chicago with Author David Witter

Women Stars of The SIlver Screen!

Women Stars of The SIlver Screen!

Natural Sounds "Live Music Karaoke"

Natural Sounds "Live Music Karaoke"

Connie Marshall and Johnny Gabor

Connie Marshall and Johnny Gabor

Frank D'Rone- Jazz Singer/Guitarist

Frank D'Rone- Jazz Singer/Guitarist

Tony Ocean

Tony Ocean

Rick "Elvis" Saucedo

Rick "Elvis" Saucedo

Connie Marshall and Johnny Gabor

Connie Marshall and Johnny Gabor

Shindig Band- 60's Night!

Shindig Band- 60's Night!

The Tony Smith Show

The Tony Smith Show

Heartland Creative Craft Fair at Golf Mill Shopping Center

Heartland Creative Craft Fair at Golf Mill Shopping Center

Rock the Bank

Rock the Bank

Intonations

Intonations

Recycling & Repurposing Textiles Workshop

Recycling & Repurposing Textiles Workshop

Teen Book Discussion: Amelia Lost

Teen Book Discussion: Amelia Lost

Film: Tattoo the World

Film: Tattoo the World

Maine East presents stage comedy: The Curious Savage

Maine East presents stage comedy: The Curious Savage

Greater Chicago Jewish Festival

Greater Chicago Jewish Festival

The Tales of Hoffmann

The Tales of Hoffmann

Morton Grove Farmers' Market

Morton Grove Farmers' Market

Piano Charity Concert for Japanese Tsunami Relief

Piano Charity Concert for Japanese Tsunami Relief

The Meteors

The Meteors

The Renditions

The Renditions

Anne & Mark Burnell

Anne & Mark Burnell

The Ronnie Ross Show

The Ronnie Ross Show

Bossy Dog Band

Bossy Dog Band

Mother's Day Buffet

Mother's Day Buffet

3rd Annual Classic Car Show

3rd Annual Classic Car Show

Movie Night at Harrer Park

Movie Night at Harrer Park

Outdoor Movie Night At Harrer Park

Outdoor Movie Night At Harrer Park

independence Day Fireworks Show

independence Day Fireworks Show

Film: The Sixties

Film: The Sixties

Concert in the Park

Concert in the Park

Movie Night at Prairie View Community Center

Movie Night at Prairie View Community Center

Critics Choice Cinema: Amador

Critics Choice Cinema: Amador

Feature Film: War Horse