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Netflix Is A Joke Presents: The Riff with Nacya Marreiro ft. Trevor Wallace, Kam Patterson, Chaunte Wayans, Bill Dawes, Madison Sinclair, Bryson Banks, Jilberto Soto, and more TBA!
Wed, 8 May, 9:45 PM PDT
Doors open
9:15 PM PDT
Hollywood Improv (The Lab)
8162 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90046
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Comedy
Nacya Marreiro
Nacya Marreiro
Comedy
Meet Nacya Marreiro: a multi-talented comedian, actress, and writer currently making waves in the entertainment industry.
Born and raised in the South of Portugal, Nacya first discovered her love for stand-up comedy while traveling around the world as a flight attendant, and hasn't stopped ever since.
She has performed on stages from coast to coast- including NYC's The Stand and Grisly Pear Comedy, Creek and the Cave and Vulcan in Austin, Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, Bourbon Room, Haha Comedy Club, Hollywood Improv in Los Angeles and internationally at Yalla Comedy in Abu Dhabi.
She's also created her own comedy show, "The Riff," which is currently at the Hollywood Improv which attracts high-profile guests like Joe Rogan, Tiffany Haddish, and TJ Miller. Nacya also produces and hosts her own comedy cooking show, "Mouth Full" found on YouTube.
Nacya's diverse skillset has led to some exciting projects, including her first comedy special on YouTube in 2021 as well as the lead role "Moving Valentine," available on Amazon Prime. She was also the lead “Rita” in the award-winning indie short film “Down Way to Mexico."
Nacya often features at venues in the US and Canada for Academy Award nominees The Lucas Brothers (Judas and the Black Messiah).
With her tenacious dedication to the craft and naturally funny personality, Nacya is on the rise. Follow her on Instagram @officialNacyaMarreiro

Stand-up
Trevor Wallace
Trevor Wallace
Stand-up
Trevor Wallace is a stand-up comedian, writer & actor. Wallace can be seen just about everywhere on the internet and has collectively built a digital thumbprint of over 2.5 Billion views across his social media channels with a following of over 16 Million fans collectively. Wallace has been featured on Comedy Central, MTV, Barstool Sports, E! News, The L.A. Times, The New York Times, Ad Age, Business Insider, Men’s Health, Buzzfeed, and Complex to name a few. Wallace was also voted as a finalist for “Best in Comedy” at the 2020 Shorty Awards.
Wallace has worked with prestigious brands such as, Chipotle, Natural Light, BruMate, SeatGeek, G FUEL, OnePlus, Bumble, Wetzel’s Pretzels, Snickers, Monster Energy & many more. Wallace has also toured the U.S. performing at theaters, colleges and comedy clubs including the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival and the New York Comedy Festival. This past year Trevor wrapped up his SOLD OUT Theater tour ‘Are you That Guy’ which was an international success. His first hour long special Pterodactyl, is now streaming on Prime Video.

Comedy
Kam Patterson
Kam Patterson
Comedy
Kam Patterson is a comedian and actor from Orlando, Florida, who was recently announced to be one of the newest cast members of Saturday Night Live Season 51. Quickly gaining recognition for his sharp material, high-energy sets, and effortless crowd work, Kam was selected by Netflix to be on the 2025 ‘Introducing’ list. He can be seen in his upcoming feature film debut in Summer of 2026 in Netflix’s 72 HOURS, starring Kevin Hart and Marcelo Hernandez. Kam was discovered on the popular live podcast Kill Tony in the summer of 2023 where he quickly became a fan-favorite. His star is quickly rising in the comedy world, selling out theaters and clubs across America and internationally.

Comedy
Chaunte Wayans
Chaunte Wayans
Comedy
Chaunté Wayans is a proud member of the legendary Wayans family, a multi-hyphenate actress, comedian, writer, producer, and advocate for LGBTQ rights, mental health, and addiction. Growing up in New York City she was surrounded by multi-talented, creative uncles like Keenen, Damon, Marlon, and Shawn who served as role models while she pursued standup comedy and carried on the family legacy.
Wayans is constantly creating and staying on top of her game, as well as headlining a national comedy tour, A Different Generation, that takes her to major cities.
Recently, Wayans appeared on HBO Max Marlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners as the only LGBTQ performer in the hour-long, no- holds-barred stand-up comedy special. This comes on the heels of her widely praised performance in the Wanda Sykes produced Netflix Is A Joke: Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready.
The actress and comedian’s passion for performance has recently led her to the big screen, landing the supporting role of ‘Bronco,’ opposite Tom Arnold in the upcoming Indie film, Alask’car, a comedy series written, produced, and directed by Ron Carlson with Larry Hummel as executive producer.
Wayans has been featured in the press and media including but not limited to UPROXX People’s Party with Talib Kweli, Breakfast Club, SiriusXM Sway in the Morning, TheGrio, Essence, Forbes, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune.
Curating her own stand-up shows in Los Angeles, as well as hosting her own live stream comedy shows and starring in several unscripted viral hits on YouTube, such as Drive By Jokes and No Sound Charades. Chaunté Wayans captivates audiences with her uncanny ability to draw them into her unconventional life while remaining very relatable.
During the height of the pandemic in 2021, she was the headlining act on the USO's 80th Anniversary National Guard Senior Leadership Thanksgiving Tour, which traveled through multiple countries including Southwest Asia, Eastern Africa, and Europe. Wayans spent the holiday performing to a standing ovation in front of an estimated 500,000 camouflaged servicemen and women stationed overseas.
Wayans worked her way from the ground up before becoming a famous actress and stand-up comedian. She moved to Los Angeles and studied film and editing at UCLA Extension. She was introduced to the world of filmmaking while working as a production assistant on the film Scary Movie 2. She also served as a production assistant on Soul Train and earned her way up to assistant editor on ABC’s comedy, My Wife and Kids over the course of five seasons, where she was later invited to an open mic night, the success of which inspired her to pursue a career in stand-up comedy.
Wayans returned to New York City to refine her stand-up skills, opening for notable comics such as Damon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Charlie Murphy and more. In 2012, she performed at Madison Square Garden for the Hot 97 April Fools' Day Comedy Show, hosted by the legendary Marlon and Shawn Wayans. Her affinity for the stage has grown into a career as a stand-up comedian, sharing the stage alongside Tiffany Haddish, Katt Williams, Russell Peters, and others.
In 2018, she made an impressive off-Broadway debut as 'Betty,' the lead character in the critically acclaimed Collective Rage, star-opposite Lea DeLaria, and Dana Delaney earning rave reviews ffrom Variety, The New York Times, and The Hollywood Reporter all gave Wayans glowing praise for this performance.
She continued her successful stand-up career and has appeared in several television shows including, Kevin Hart's LOL Network's Just for Laughs 2020, Tru TV's Tournament of Laughs, Netflix's AJ and The Queen, Laff Tracks, and as a cast member on MTV's improv comedy show, Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out. She has been on several shows, including WTF with Marc Maron, The Lez Factor, Riffin with Eric Griffin, Girl Talk, and Season 2 of This Fool on Hulu.
Wayans is in production for a dark LGBTQ comedy series titled, Unconventional, which centers on two eccentric, queer siblings and their significant others trying to start an unconventional family while navigating their 30s.
Wayans now resides in Los Angeles.

Comedy
Bill Dawes
Bill Dawes
Comedy
Bill has appeared in dozens of TV shows, including “Special Victims Unit,” “Elementary,” “Criminal Minds,” “Kevin Can Wait,” “Rizzoli and Isles,” “Royal Pains,” “The Following,” “Sex and the City,” “Damages,” and many more. He has played lead roles in several feature films, including the award-winning independent films “Before the Sun Explodes,” “Evenhand,” and “Fiona.” He also played leading roles in two MGM children’s films — “Just for Kicks” and “Recipe for Disaster.”. As a standup comedian, Bill has performed in over 12 countries, including New Zealand, South Africa, the Philippines, and USO tours of Iraq. Kuwait and Afghanistan. Bill calls both New York and LA his home (depending on his mood) and considers the Hollywood Laugh Factory and Gotham Comedy Club his home clubs. He has more videos than any other comedian on the Laugh Factory Youtube channel (over 50) and has appeared twice on “Gotham Comedy Live” on AXSTV.

Comedy
Madison Sinclair
Madison Sinclair
Comedy
Madison has many fans including Jeff Ross who will vouch for her creativity and drive. She was a writer and on camera talent for the summer sweeps show TOURNAMENT OF LAUGHS on TBS that was in production through our COVID shut down. Mason Steinberg loved what she did and will swear by her endless creativity. Madison was the Sole Writer, Consulting Producer, and Voice Over Host for the MTV Series "Game of Clones". Madison has versatility in front and behind the camera. She was a staff writer for The Roast of Alec Baldwin and Entertainment Studios' comedic game show Funny You Should Ask. As well as been a contributing writer for Comedy Central's Roast of Bruce Willis, Roast Battle 2, and Tosh.0. Prior to lockdown you could regularly find her performing at the Laugh Factory, as well as other venues throughout the Los Angeles area. At 24-years-old, she brings a unique perspective for the next generation of tastemakers. Her comedy enjoys pushing boundaries through her writing, stand up, and creative instincts. Madison is Lebanese and LGBTQ+.

Comedy
Bryson Banks
Bryson Banks
Comedy
Bryson Banks is an LA-based stand-up comedian. His stand-up videos have garnered millions of views online. Known for his viral military crowd work clips and bold sense of humor. He’s amassed over 200K loyal followers across his social media accounts. He was born in California and raised in Oklahoma. After joining the Marines at the age of 18, he went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from UCLA and a master’s degree from Pepperdine University. That's right, he's doing this for the love of the game. His unique ability to connect with both military and civilian audiences has set him apart in the comedy scene, making him a rising star to watch. In addition to touring as a stand-up, Bryson can be seen regularly performing in Los Angeles and in clubs across the country, including The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, and Hollywood Improv: Where he produces his hit, monthly, star- studded show—Semper Funny.
Stand-up
Jilberto Soto
Jilberto Soto
Stand-up