The Lower East Side continues to sizzle and last night’s sold out shows had audiences in hysterics.  Favorites Tony Woods, Ted Alexandro, Mark Viera and Mike Yard took the stage by storm and the energy was electric.  Friday night had great audiences too in spite of the torrential rains because everyone needs a good laugh these days.

A few new shows are being added to the Laugh Lounge’s roster.   First, I am thrilled to be working with Blahzay and Dave Mathis’ Edgewood Films to produce a new bi-monthly sketch show called Monday Madness. The new addition will feature live sketch and improv by a cast of regulars including Omar Thomson, Dino Vigo and Hard Knock Laugh’s Jeffrey Hernandez. It launches on Aug. 29th and will also serve up hot music and beautiful people.  It’s like In Living Color and Chappelle show had a baby and my hope is that other comics will guest in the future.  I’ve always wanted a fun sketch show in the mix! 

In September, I’ll be looking forward to see who is the funniest lawyer in town as Alex Barnett showcases Comedians at Law. Alex is  also expecting his first child so I am wishing the proud papa all the best.

 The neighborhood remains hot despite closing of  the Mason Dixon Bar and the temporary shut down of Welcome to the Johnsons. I was never big on mechanical bull rides. But, a good dive bar will always be missed. Just met the guys at the Moldy Fig Jazz club offering nightly jam sessions on Stanton St.  Will have to drop in one night to check out the sound.   Also visitted  the Hotel Chantel on Ludlow St. that is not really a hotel. \ Love the roof top bar with views of the Williamsberg Bridge.

At Laugh LoungeVulcanis Levi’s fashion, fettish and burlesque show, Vivisection, continues to blossom and was recently featured in the New York Press. Already, V is booking his next event scheduled for Oct. 5. Thought it would be a nice lead in to the Paid or Pain show that will debut at Laugh Lounge on Oct. 20 hosted by Jay Nog.

Life is short so we all need to laugh a lot more!

Stay cool,
Delilah