One of the hottest, most energetic comedians coming out of the Eastside of Compton, California. 

Powered by his hometown of eastside Compton and the inspiration of friends, Screw launched his comedic journey in 1993.

Since he has the natural ability to socialize capturing stories, Screw was often thought as being a comedian. He began performing at the historical Comedy Act Theater (Regency West)in Leimert Park in Los Angles, California. Equipped with uncompromised hard work and dedication to the stage, Screw's signature act is coined with a fearless attitude, extreme high energy and a respected tag of "keeping it real".

Kenté Scott, an Oakland native, is a seasoned comedian and actor with over 15 years of experience. He began his stand-up career at the world-famous Comedy Store in Hollywood, sharing stages with comedy heavyweights like Katt Williams and Cedric The Entertainer. 

As an actor, Kenté has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including Antwone Fisher, They Call Me Sirr, ER, and The Parkers. 

Beyond performing, he is passionate about helping others develop their talents, offering comedy bootcamps and educational programs. 

Kenté also co-hosts the podcast "What Sibling Rivalry" with his sister, Shonda Scott, where they share stories and insights from their lives. 

 

In June of 1987, John Basinger was working as a nurse and heading into a predictable middle age. Maybe it was a mid-life crisis that caused him to take the name Honest John and start running around Los Angeles telling jokes. “I just went anywhere I could get on stage,” he recalls. “Clubs, coffeehouses, bars, restaurants, anywhere I could get up. After a while I was like a fanatic, I just couldn’t do it enough. I knew that this is what I was meant to do.” Then one Thursday night, a comedian named Gerald McQuirter invited him to an open mic at the Comedy Act Theater, one of the foremost black venues in the country. “Actually, he dragged me along with him, just called me up and said, ‘Saddle up, John, we’re going,’ and I got up and slammed.” Soon, Honest John became a fixture on the black circuit in the Los Angeles area. “People would come up to me on the street and ask where I was going to perform next. It blew my mind.” Triumphant appearances on BET's Comicview, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, and Showtime at the Apollo introduced him to fans all across the country, leading to appearances at clubs and theaters nationwide and a two-year run on the Def Comedy Jam tour. He has also done many military tours in places as far away as Korea, Okinawa, and Japan. He has guest starred on The Jamie Foxx Show, The Lyricist Lounge Show, and Showtime in Harlem. He can also be seen in films like The Wash, For da Love of Money, Foolish, and other urban comedies. As for the future, Honest John says he’s working on a comedy special and would like to do more acting.

Vinayak Pal is an emerging stand-up comedian who has performed at major festivals and toured internationally. He has been featured on Dry Bar Comedy and has opened for big names like Russell Peters. Known for his sharp humor about race, relationships, and the immigrant experience, Pal's comedic style is both edgy and friendly, making him a fan favorite. With a career that started at the young age of 16, he has performed across India and the U.S. and continues to grow his comedic presence.