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

Daniel Taylor

Daniel Taylor has been doing stand up comedy since he was twelve years old. He has performed in Dallas along with Brandon T Jackson, Billy Sirrells, Charleston White, among others.

“Comedy means everything to me; I want to help create positive change so that other young people can reach great heights. I love stand up, it’s a natural part of who I am as a person. I’m honored to have the privilege to share the Kessler stage with gifted comic performers like Linda Stogner, Sheridi Lester, Miles Francis, and my boy Corey Cherry, Jr. It’s the greatest gift that God has given me.”
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
Sheredi Lester
Sheridi Lester is a stand-up comedian based out of Dallas, TX. With a unique voice and sarcastic wit, Sheridi is always a crowd favorite. She has performed in numerous comedy festivals around the country including the “Laughing Skull Comedy Festival”, “Boston Comedy Festival”, and “Dallas Comedy Festival”. Headliners Sheridi has opened for include Paul Reiser, Nikki Glaser, and Jeff Ross. She is the 2023 winner of “Funniest Comic in Dallas”. You can see her regularly in clubs throughout the DFW area.
Linda Stogner
“Her mind is cracked – very funny!” – Joan Rivers

Emmy-award winner, Linda Stogner, is a true original with a unique comedy style. Her zany imagination, storytelling skills and unusual point of view have earned her many comedy honors including her own Dry Bar Comedy Special, “Linda Stogner; Welcome to My Planet,” Funniest Comic in Texas, Funniest Female Comedian in the Heartland and Finalist in the The Funniest Woman in America Contest. The comedian/filmmaker has appeared in the Emmy Award winning PBS/ABC television series, “Life 360.” She has also appeared in American Network’s LOL Comedy Special and The Joan Rivers Comedy Special.

She has performed at comedy festivals and competitions around the country including the prestigious HBO’s Women in Comedy Festival and Laughing Skull Comedy Festival. She was a semi-finalist in both the Seattle International Comedy Competition and the Boston Comedy Festival and a finalist in the Las Vegas Comedy Festival.   Linda has worked with Dave Chappelle, Arsenio Hall, Kathleen Madigan, Brian Regan, Ryan Hamilton, Elayne Boosler, Bruce Bruce, Bill Maher, Janeane Garofalo, Jon Reep and Joan Rivers.

Corey Cherry Jr. 

Corey Cherry is a fast rising comedian in the DFW area. With his quick witted observations and inviting delivery, he has a way of captivating any audience he encounters. He has opened for comedians such as Lil JJ, Lav Luv, and Blaq Ron, and has his own mini special on youtube entitled “The Coach Box”. Corey is deemed one of the best off the cuff comics in the area and he is just getting started!