Ten comedians for the price of one. On Deck is a hosted showcase produced and presented by the Improv, spotlighting ten hilarious comedians—performers we're proud to put our name behind. Each comedian gets five minutes to make their mark, captured on film and ready to blow up the internet. Lineup announcement coming soon—you won't want to miss who takes the stage!

Lukas is a comedian, actor, writer, and voiceover artist based in Brooklyn, known especially as a content creator online (@lukastarnold on all socials). His impressions, standup, and sketches have earned him a total of over three million followers across all platforms. Performing standup across the country, he’s been featured as a 2023 Creator to Watch & 2024 Comic to Watch at New York Comedy Festival, and is one of the newest cast members on Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘N Out. As an actor, he recently played Tommy in ESHAP’s SKIT, premiering on Tubi.

Miami raised and Brooklyn abused, Tatiana Frank is a standup and writer who loves to share her most awkward, shameful moments on the stage in exchange for the big juicy laughs she so desperately craves. She's a regular at clubs such as New York Comedy Club and Sesh Comedy and she's amassed a following online for both her standup and comedic sketches.

Originally from Minneapolis, Chloe is a Brooklyn based comic who recently can be seen on Comedy Central’s Stand-Up Featuring and sold a comedy feature to Sony. Previously she staffed on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON. Chloe was named one of last year’s Thrillist’ best undiscovered comedians and was also selected for the NBC late night writers workshop. Chloe was previously named a TBS Comic To Watch at the New York Comedy Festival.   

TaTa Sherise is a dynamic NY based comedian , actress, and creator making waves in the comedy scene. She’s been hailed as “The Next Hottest Comedian to Come Out of Philly” by The Philadelphia Inquirer. In 2024, she made history as the first Black woman to win Philly’s Phunniest. TaTa was named a 2023 & 2024 NY Comedy Fest Creator and Comic to Watch. She produces sketches, funny themed comedy shows, and short films. Catch her bringing the giggles and indulging in pure silliness while talking about life with her creative partner “Drizz” on their “Girls Got Giggles” podcast. Known for her high-energy performances, raw humor, and captivating stage presence, she brings real-life stories and unfiltered honesty to the stage. You can find TaTa in films on Tubi and Amazon Prime. TaTa’s comedy connects with audiences through her unique blend of charm, wit, trauma, and movement on stage. She’s most definitely one to keep up with!

Soo Ra is an unsolved mystery. Adopted when she was 1, she has filled in the holes of her story with jokes about her life before America. She has made appearances on an assortment of outlets such as BuzzFeed, Fusion Comedy & WorldStar Hip Hop and notable podcasts such as Kill Tony & Talk Clearlyer. She started comedy in Miami and currently lives in NYC. Started from the bottom (of the USA) and now she's here.

Sarah Adelman is a stand up comedian and award-winning writer born and raised in NYC. She’s opened for Janeane Garofalo, Judy Gold, Pete Lee, and Mohanad Elsheiky, and tours nationwide. Sarah was named a 2026 Comedian to Watch by Gold Comedy and created and stars in Blow My Mind, a breakout science series on MadRealities with over 80 million views. Her sitcom pilot was an official selection for JFL Speed Pitching and she's taped original specials for LMAOF.  She was recently featured in the New York Times. You can follow Sarah at @sarahadelman1 on instagram or read more about her at www.sarahadelmancomedy.com  

Charlie Flynn is a Brooklyn-based comedian and writer who has gained an online following for video series like “If RuPaul Judged ___” and “Papers I wrote for my liberal arts degree thinking I was saving the world.” He hosts the monthly standup and video show Invisible Architecture at Union Hall, and performs with gay guy improv and sketch troupe The Duchess. He is also a writer for Spilling Your Seed with Chloe Troast, and has been featured in the web series Boys Club. In keeping with his interest in academia, he is currently partnering with the Whitney Museum of American Art on a video series for their social media outlets.

Jared Waters is a comedian who hails from Brunssum, The Netherlands. He gained his stand up legs in Tampa, Florida. Currently, Jared resides in New York City . His hard work and consistency with the ability to work clean and edgy has lead him to be one of the most impressive Up and Coming comedians in the New York Area. When Jared Waters is in between jokes, the future of this great nation is residing on his shoulders as Kindergarten teacher. His funny stories from the classroom to his far-fetched comedy has the ability to make audiences feel like their minds are on several planets as then he brilliantly brings them back to earth with a gut full laughter. Jared has opened up for Don Rickles, Robert Kelly, Emo Phillips, Joey Kola, D.C Benny and more. His talents can be seen at the Improv’s, Funny Bones, Broadway Comedy Club, Governors Comedy Club, Banana's Comedy Club, Side Splitters Comedy Club, and countless festivals.

Shivani Davé is an NYC-based, Indian-American stand up comic and writer from Boston. She performs at all the top clubs around NYC and the country, and hosts the successful “Top 5 Comedy” show. She has featured in national festivals like the New York Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival, and is a 2024 Ladies of Laughter finalist. Shivani has opened for well known comics like Dave Attell, Gary Gulman, and Bonnie McFarlane. Prior to her burgeoning comedy endeavors, Shivani was Division 1 tennis player and a corporate lickspittle in the healthcare technology industry. She started her comedy career writing sketch (at Magnet Theatre) and screenplays, which have been recognized in major festivals, such as the Atlanta Film Festival.

ASH DIGGS is a Brooklyn-based comedian who has been featured on Means TV, Don’t Tell Comedy, and at New York Comedy Club. He has performed across the country, earning the right to open for some of his heroes such as Ilana Glazer, Tim Meadows, Joyelle Johnson, Moshe Kasher, Cameron Esposito, and more.