The Nantucket Comedy Festival
presents the 2017 debut of the Stand Up & Learn Winter Workshop and
Professional Comedy Series, sponsored by Jill & Steve Karp. Executive
Director Kevin Flynn and nationally headlining comedians will be on island to
entertain local audiences and conduct Stand Up & Learn, a comedy education
program for people aged 8–18. Saturday evening our professional stand-up
comedy show (for ages 18 and over) in the Dreamland’s main theater will feature
Mark Riccadonna & Artie Januario.
MARK RICCADONNA
Mark Riccadonna grew up an artsy jock
outside of Youngstown, Ohio. At age 17 (like a bad independent movie),
Mark moved to NYC in search of himself and happiness. He pursued Theatre
at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, joining "The Company" after
graduation. Soon after, Mark stumbled upon stand up Comedy and found
success as a storyteller, performing throughout New York City, and on the
road. Mark also performs for Armed Forces Entertainment, and has
entertained U.S. and U.N. Troops worldwide, performing in six continents while
working with his childhood heroes. Outside of comedy, Mark is an accomplished
actor and writer. Most recently Mark has a lead role in the feature film
"Days of Power" and is writing for Saturday Night Live's Weekend
Update.
ARTIE JANUARIO
Artie is one of Boston's premier comedians.
He's a pharmacist by day and a comedian by night. Artie's relatable and
hilarious act has brought him all around the country. In 2013, Artie was
a featured act at Denis Leary's “Comics Come Home” fundraiser. He has
become one of the most well-known and respected comedians in the country.
Artie makes any show a resounding success.
Comedy Shows: Saturday,
January 21- FREE Kids Show at 5:00 p.m. followed by a professional show at 7:00
p.m.
Tickets for Pro Comic Show
(ages 18 and over): $20 (What a deal!)
Tickets for the show can be
purchased at the Dreamland box office or online at www.nantucketdreamland.org
To sign up for or find out
more about Stand Up & Learn workshops, please email Alyssa Corry, info@nantucketcomedyfestival.org