Special Event: Andrew Santino
Known For: "I'm Dying Up Here" & "The Disaster Artist"
Andrew Santino is a comic with strong opinions, but he isn't worried about offending you. A man who can find himself hilariously agitated on stage when it comes to hot-button topics, he owns it, telling jokes from his point of view and taking the time to drive home those hard-headed opinions while making audiences roll in the aisles.
Career Highlights: Roles in "Sin City Saints," "This is Us," "Mixology," and "Here's the Rub;" host of "Whiskey Ginger" podcast; Showtime special "Home Field Advantage;" appearances on "The Joe Rogan Experience," "The Late Late Show with James Corden," "Conan," "@midnight," and "The Half Hour."
This show is 18+. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box
office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior
to showtime).
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum per person in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!
Upstairs At Helium: Louis Katz
Louis Katz’s comedy deftly combines the highbrow and the lowbrow, creating a truly unique style that has been described as “cerebral filth.”
Louis has performed stand up on numerous late night shows, and he's been featured five times on Comedy Central, including his own half-hour special and, most recently, an appearance on the storytelling show, “This Is Not Happening,” which has since been viewed on youtube over 1.8 million times.
His latest album, “KATZKILLS,” was named one of the top 5 comedy albums of 2018 by vulture.com.
This show is 21+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Arnez J
When Arnez J takes the stage, there’s no topic that’s taboo or off limits. The former host of BET’s “Comic View” is known for ripping on anything and everything, from race to relationships to that crazy uncle of yours who thinks he can dance. Arnez’s infectious energy and hilarious bits have been featured on “Def Comedy Jam” and “The Mo’Nique Show,” and his most recent special, “Racially Motivated,” is currently on Netflix.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Steve Treviño
From a small, South Texas town, Steve Treviño has become one of the most in-demand comics in the country. He has two top-rated, hour-long specials for Showtime and Netflix, and appearances on "Comic View," "The Late Late Show," and "Comics Unleashed."
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Upstairs At Helium: Tony Deyo
Tony Deyo is a stand-up comedian known most notably for his sharp, quick material and near-perfect comedic timing almost certainly gained from his years as a professional symphony musician. New York City’s Village Voice calls him “one of the tightest joke writers in the business.”
In 2013, he made his late night television debut on CONAN. Within a year, he had added appearances on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, AXS TV’s Gotham Comedy Live, and Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen. His latest album, Comedy Road Trip, landed on the Billboard Magazine comedy chart, and debuted as the #1 selling stand-up album on iTunes. With over 50 stand-up clips available, he has steadily become one of the most prolific comedians on YouTube.
He performed at the prestigious HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, was named one of the year's best by the New York Post, and can be heard regularly on SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Nicole Byer
Nicole Byer is an actress, comedian and writer. Nicole hosts the baking show Nailed It currently streaming on Netflix and has a sitcom loosely based on her life streaming on Facebook Watch called Loosely Exactly Nicole. She also hosts a podcast called Why Won't You Date Me. She recently starred on the short lived Fox sketch show Party Over here. You've also seen her on MTV's Girl Code, 30 Rock, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, @Midnight, Adult Swim, Chelsea Lately, Transparent, Lady Dynamite, and a Nestle commercial that only runs in Israel. She co-wrote and starred in the Pursuit of Sexiness which Variety named a web series to watch. Nicole was featured as a Time Out LA comic to watch in 2015, and Refinery 29 says she’s a female comic to look out for. She’s also been featured in Cosmopolitan, Ladies Home Journal, Elle and Ebony. Nicole has done lots of fun shit.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: New Year's Eve With Todd McComas
Ring in the New Year with an evening filled with laughter courtesy of Todd McComas! Skip the chaos of the bars and enjoy a special night with food and drinks from the comfort of our restaurant, bar, lounge, and showroom. There's no better place to welcome 2020 than right here at Helium!
Todd McComas is the host of the top-ranked comedy podcast "Heartland Radio 2.0" and is a supporting cast member of the #1 sports podcast "The Pat McAfee Show 2.0." He's also appeared on FOX, TruTV, and is a regular guest on "The Bob & Tom Show." Todd is a former Marine and police detective of 21 years who now makes his living speaking into microphones. Todd's act consists of stories about being a father of one, a former husband of two, being single in his 40's, and lots and lots of crazy, self-deprecating cop stories that will give the entire audience a hilarious look Behind The Badge. Real stories. Real guy. Real funny.
Late Show includes party favors and a champagne toast at midnight!
Dinner Option includes 1 from each course
Limited seating available
Appetizers
• Alaskan Salmon and Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs - Garnished with fresh chives and smoked paprika
• French Onion Gratinée - Seasoned with sherry, topped with three-cheese crust and seasoned crostini
• Shrimp Cocktail - Served with a house-made cocktail sauce
Salads
• Spinach Salad - Topped with bacon, strawberries, cashews, and boiled egg, served with a warm bacon dressing
• Classic Caesar Salad - Hearts of romaine, chopped and tossed in Tuscan-style dressing, topped with shaved Parmesan and croutons
• Asian Sesame Salad - Field greens mixed with mandarin oranges, cashews, and red bell peppers. Topped with sesame seeds, crispy wonton strips, and served with our tangy signature sesame vinaigrette
Entrees
• Grilled Filet Mignon - Topped with a wild mushroom demi-glace served with a twice baked potato and a seasonal vegetable medley
• Rosemary Roasted Chicken Breast - Served with garlic mashed potatoes and a warm buttermilk biscuit
• Grilled Alaskan Salmon - Served with a balsamic glaze, accompanied with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus
Dessert
• Chocolate-Lovin’ Spoonful Cake with fresh whipped cream
• New York-Style Cheesecake with strawberry coulis
• Coffee Crumb Cake with a cream cheese glaze
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Kevin Nealon
Known For: "Saturday Night Live" & "Weeds"
Kevin Nealon hits the stage like your favorite uncle telling a story at Thanksgiving: casual, relatable, and with the perfect amount of dry wit and deadpan humor. Nealon has a personality and a conversational style that you can't help but like. His act often wanders from topic to topic and he never misses a punchline.
Career Highlights: YouTube channel "Hiking with Kevin," appearances in "Man with the Plan," "Glenn Martin," "'Til Death," "Still Standing," and "Champs;" roles in "Happy Gilmore," "The Wedding Singer," and "Grandma's Boy."
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Upstairs At Helium: Noah Gardenswartz
Noah Gardenswartz is a New York based comedian and writer. His well-crafted mix of jokes, observations, and personal stories have made him a New York City favorite and a nationally booked headliner.
In 2016, Noah had his own half-hour special on Comedy Central, and also released his debut album, “Blunt,” on Comedy Central records. His other TV appearances include two performances on "Conan," Comedy Central’s “Adam Devine’s House Party," and in 2015, he was a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.”
This show is 21+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Kerwin Claiborne
Kerwin Claiborne has just begun his own comedy production called “Don’t You Do This To Me,” which has sold out every venue thus far. Kerwin’s hard work and eager approach to his craft have successfully launched him to stardom. His internet personalities — such as Ms. Mary, Uncle Leroy and Miss Keisha — have made it easy for everyday people to relate. Kerwin Claiborne is ready to introduce himself and his many internet characters to the world.
Kerwin hails from a small Mississippi town called Pattison. Growing up, his influences were the likes of Martin Lawrence, Jamie Foxx, and Tyler Perry. For years, Kerwin has watched and studied nothing but the best, all the while perfecting his timing and delivery in various comedy clubs around the country. He used his unbelievable work ethic along with his wit to produce his own videos derived from everyday people he knows. Videos that just happened to go viral on a daily basis.To date, Kerwin has over 1 million social media followers.
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Kerwin Claiborne show.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Sun Jan 12 2020, 7:00 PM
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Special Event: Chris Kattan
Chris Kattan is best known as one of the longest serving cast members on NBC’s "Saturday Night Live." In the 8 years Chris starred in the landmark late-night program, he became best known for his characters "Mango," "Mr Peepers," and one of the "Butabi Brothers" opposite Will Ferrell, which was such a hit that the sketch was adapted into the 1998 cult classic "Night at the Roxbury." Kattan went on to star in "Corky Romano," where he plays the black sheep son in a family of mobsters and played the villain in the Malcolm D. Lee film "Undercover Brother" opposite Eddie Griffin.
Kattan starred as a series regular in the ABC hit series "The Middle" and recently had some memorable appearances in the Adam Sandler films "Hotel Transylvania" and "The Ridiculous 6."
Kattan trained at Los Angeles’ The Groundlings Theater and is one of its most famous alumni. He currently tours the country with his extremely popular stand-up act.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Wed Jan 15 2020, 8:00 PM
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Special Event: Corey Holcomb
Known For: "The Corey Holcomb 5150 Show"
The self-proclaimed “ghetto Dr. Phil,” Corey Holcomb has no problem offering his relationship advice to the masses and explaining the differences between the sexes. A comedian who doesn't care who he shocks or offends, there is no counselor on the planet who offers the kind of relationship advice and remedies Holcomb dispenses from the stage.
Career Highlights: Roles in Adult Swim's "Black Jesus," "The Cleveland Show," and "Half & Half;" appeared in "The Wedding Ringer;" performed on "Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All-Star Comedy Jam," MTV's "Wild 'N Out," BET's "Comic View," "Def Comedy Jam," and "Last Comic Standing."
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Upstairs At Helium: Isabel Hagen
Isabel Hagen is a stand-up comedian and a classically trained violist. Every little girl’s dream. She began pursuing stand up upon graduating from The Juilliard School. Her parents have been surprisingly supportive of this. Isabel was named a New Face of Comedy at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival in 2019. She also won 1st place in the 2019 One Liner Madness competition at the Bell House in Brooklyn and is recognized as one of NYC’s top roast battlers, winning many times at RoastMasters, Roast Battle, and Comedy Fight Club.
As a violist, Isabel has played in the orchestra pit for several productions on Broadway including Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof, and Rocktopia. She has performed and worked with numerous artists such as Björk, Max Richter, The National, and Steve Reich. Isabel has toured internationally with ensembles including the American Contemporary Music Ensemble (ACME), Alarm Will Sound, and Ensemble Signal. Isabel has also appeared multiple times with musical guests on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" (with Zara Larsson, Ellie Goulding, and Kygo, and The National). She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Juilliard.
You might be wondering if Isabel ever combines viola and comedy. The answer: sometimes!
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
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Special Event: Maria Bamford
Known For: "Lady Dynamite" & "Arrested Development"
Maria Bamford combines bizarre voice impressions, an ever-changing cast of characters, and a mishmosh of deadpan and high energy to create her unique, surreal comedic style. A favorite comic of the likes of Judd Apatow and Stephen Colbert, Bamford portrays her dysfunctional family and history of mental illness with hilarity and grace.
Career Highlights: "Maria Bamford: the special special" and "Old Baby" specials; web series "The Maria Bamford Show;" two half-hour "Comedy Central Presents" specials; roles in Comedy Central's "The Comedians of Comedy" and Netflix’s "Comedians of Comedy: The Movie;" voiceovers for Netflix’s "BoJack Horseman," Cartoon Network’s "Adventure Time," PBS’s "Word Girl," and Nickelodeon’s "Kung Fu Panda," and "Legend of Korra" among others.
This show is 18+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!
Upstairs At Helium: Al Jackson
2019 has already been a great year for American television host, comedian, and actor Al Jackson. He cohosts the nationally broadcast talk show "Daily Blast Live," which was just renewed for a third season, as well as the weekly podcast “Al & Frank Try To Be Serious” with Frank Caliendo, found on all streaming platforms. Al regularly serves as a contributor with weekly segments on the "Bob & Tom Radio Show," which boasts 140+ affiliates nationally.
Recently, Al brushed up on his acting chops appearing on HBO’s "2 Dope Queens" performing stand up as well as shooting four episodes of the Jim Jeffries show "Legit" on FX. Last year, he shot the 100th episode of his BBC Guinness Book of World Records show "Officially Amazing."
Al’s hour long comedy special “Baby Steps” was picked up by the global distributor Comedy Dynamics and his half hour comedy special is on Comedy Central. He has appeared on several Comedy Central shows, including "This is Not Happening," "The Meltdown," and "@midnight." He was also featured on John Oliver’s "New York Stand-Up Special" and Dave Attell’s "Comedy Underground."
This show is 21+. All parties must have valid ID to enter the building. Please note, there is a 2 item minimum per person in the showroom. Tickets will be available for pick up at the box office prior to the show (they are generally available 1.5-2 hrs prior to showtime.)
Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!