KeLanna Spiller 

KeLanna Spiller, originally hailing from Pine Bluff, AR, now calls Dallas, TX home. In just a few short years, she's graced the stages of renowned comedy venues like the Addison and Arlington Improv alongside national headliners. Finalist in the prestigious Funniest Comic in Texas competition at the Improv Comedy Club. Her dynamic storytelling and keen observational humor have earned her a cherished spot among Dallas' comedy scene favorites. It was her unforgettable Comedy Central television debut on Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City that catapulted her onto the global stage. Since then, she's been delighting audiences at clubs across the globe with her infectious energy and wit.

Hector Sifuentes

Hector Sifuentes is a first generation Mexican-American stand-up comedian hailing from Dallas, Texas. Born to a mother from Parral, Chihuahua, and a father from San Agustin De Ocampo, Durango, Mexico, Hector’s unique cultural background infuses his comedy with witty observations and relatable anecdotes that captivate audiences with laughter and resonate with diverse communities.

Marena Riyad

Palestinian American Actor and Comedian from Dallas, TX. Producer of Kufiya Comedy show and festival. Marena is touring the country and internationally performing in clubs, independent shows, and private parties; while also producing her own “Kufiya Comedy” shows and festivals. She’s worked with Tabish Hashmi, Maz Jobrani and Fahim Anwar; participated in the The Fringe Festival 2025, and was a Finalist for “Funniest Comic in the Heartland” & Semi-finalist for “Funniest comic in TX”.

Nimesh Patel

Nimesh is a Dallas-based comedian who has worked with the likes of Tom Segura, Ralph Barbosa, Matt Friend, Tommy Brennan and now finds himself quickly rising the ranks in the DFW scene. His sharp rise was validated by being a finalist for “The Funniest Comic in Dallas” less than 2 years in. He has a laidback comedic style that includes observational humor, storytelling, and witty life insights. His friends and family call him a comedian but Nimesh just considers himself a dude that takes jokes a little too seriously. And while he has a ton of fun doing it…he’ll happily retire if a Wingstop sponsorship is ever presented to him.

 
Cain Patrick

CAIN is an up-and-coming comedian born and raised in Dallas, TX. He is a regular host and feature at many major clubs including Addison Improv, Arlington Improv, Dallas Comedy Club, Backdoor Comedy, Rose City & The Grove. Cain has opened for many touring comics like Ralph Barbosa, Michael Rapaport, Craig Robinson, & Ian Fidance, just to name a few.

Josh Johnson
Josh Johnson is a Texas comedian from the Stop Six neighborhood in Fort Worth. He has been performing comedy for 15 years, and has been previously featured here at The Kessler on three occasions, including as the host of the Homage Nation comedy show on Halloween Night in 2015. Be sure to listen closely to his material, because it works on more than one level.
KeLanna Spiller
“KeLanna Spiller, originally hailing from Pine Bluff, AR, now calls Dallas, TX home. In just a few short years, she’s graced the stages of renowned comedy venues like the Addison and Arlington Improv alongside national headliners. Her talent landed her as a finalist in the prestigious Funniest Comic in Texas competition at the Improv Comedy Club. Spiller’s dynamic storytelling and keen observational humor have earned her a cherished spot among Dallas’ comedy scene favorites. However, it was her unforgettable Comedy Central television debut on Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City that catapulted her onto the global stage. Since then, she’s been delighting audiences at clubs across the globe with her infectious energy and wit.“
Dante Martinez
The youngest child of immigrants Dante grew up stomping around the suburbs of Dallas. Growing up and never quite fitting in Martinez finger-paints a picture of a man trying to find himself while always disappointing his parents. Starting from going to college to learn how to become an actor and then soaring to such great heights as waiting tables deep into his 40’s Martinez tells the story of a  working class Latino artist trying to figure out why people are laughing at him. 
Amanda French
Amanda French came on the comedy scene later in life but made a quick impact in a short time. Amanda loves any chance to get on stage and every opportunity to make people laugh. She has been featured at the Plano Comedy Festival. She has performed with Usama Siddiquee, Paul Varghese, Luz Pazos and Jerry Garcia. Amanda can be seen performing all over the DFW metroplex. When she’s not performing, she is a stay at home dog mom. She is raising three dogs with her husband.
Miles Francis
Miles Francis is a comedy fan favorite on the Dallas and Ft. Worth stand-up scene. He combines his improv and podcasting background to create high energy and thought provoking comedy. Miles also produces and hosts the Best Darn Diddly Podcast, a Simpson’s review show. Miles embiggens laughter with his irreverent perspective and his cromulent spirit

Paul Varghese

Paul Varghese’s act includes a number of observations about being Indian, providing outsider-looking-in and insider-looking-out commentary, while also exploring an array of topics and issues outside that realm. He was named by the Dallas Observer in 2007 as the “Best Stand-up Comic in Dallas” and won the Improv’s 2009 “Funniest Comic in Dallas” contest.

Varghese has performed at the Vancouver Comedy Festival, Great American Comedy Festival, Rooftop Comedy’s Aspen Comedy Festival, The HBO Comedy Festival, the Montreal and Toronto’s Just For Laughs Festivals and the TBS Comedy Festival. His TV credits include Telemundo 2’s “Loco Comedy Jam”, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” Comedy Central’s “Live At Gotham” and Showtime’s “Russell Peters Presents”

Gretchen Young

Step into the world of Gretchen; a wannabe high caliber person lacking the moral compass to actually be one. This Dallas based comedian is living life in her 30s making terrible decisions but doing the best she can. Actively hiding her standup from her dad, her comedy has called “wildly inappropriate” so please keep that in mind if you are easily offended or a child. Gretchen performs and produces comedy shows all over the country. You can watch her self titled web series on her GretchYo YouTube channel. @GretchYo on all social media.
KeLanna Spiller

“KeLanna Spiller, originally hailing from Pine Bluff, AR, now calls Dallas, TX home. In just a few short years, she’s graced the stages of renowned comedy venues like the Addison and Arlington Improv alongside national headliners. Her talent landed her as a finalist in the prestigious Funniest Comic in Texas competition at the Improv Comedy Club. Spiller’s dynamic storytelling and keen observational humor have earned her a cherished spot among Dallas’ comedy scene favorites. However, it was her unforgettable Comedy Central television debut on Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City that catapulted her onto the global stage. Since then, she’s been delighting audiences at clubs across the globe with her infectious energy and wit.“

 

Dez O’Neal

Dez O’Neal was dubbed the “Funniest Comic In Texas” out of 500 contestants! He also was a Top 3 Finalist in the 2020 San Diego comedy festival and was jus the winner of the 2021 Fort Wayne World Series of comedy.Dez O’Neal also known as the DOC, the funny doctor living the mantra that laughter works just as good as medicine, is a (Dallas) DFW Stand-Up Comedian introduced to the arts via acting/theatre. Three years ago, he took his naturally humorous personality and his theatre training to the stage as a Stand-Up Comedian, and has built and building a supportive following based off his comedic prowess.
Dominating the local scene, and currently working as a traveling comedian, Dez O’Neal is definitely one to keep your eye on. With his classic approach to comedy, one sit in on one of this comic’s jokes you’ll find yourself taking in a deep breath of fresh air. He restores the belief that a comic can actually still have punch lines and be funny! Join the movement and support a classic in the making: Dez O’Neal Comedy!
Dante Martinez
The youngest child of immigrants Dante grew up stomping around the suburbs of Dallas. Growing up and never quite fitting in Martinez finger-paints a picture of a man trying to find himself while always disappointing his parents. Starting from going to college to learn how to become an actor and then soaring to such great heights as waiting tables deep into his 40’s Martinez tells the story of a  working class Latino artist trying to figure out why people are laughing at him.