Old York Cellars Welcomes Back Headliner: Buddy Fitzpatrick

Buddy Fitzpatrick

A native of Philadelphia, Buddy Fitzpatrick is currently touring the United States sharing his comedy perspective. His act combines the skill of a great monologist with a physical style that brings his observations to life. At the age of 18, he left Philadelphia to pursue a career in the arts. He enrolled in the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City and has never looked back. He went on tour with several theater companies starring in plays ranging from Shakespeare to Neil Simon. His comedy timing was always a bright spot in any production and with a little prodding he took the next step to the comedy club stage. Soon after, Buddy was a regular at all the prominent showcase clubs in New York City honing his craft night after night.

Featured Comedian: Brett Druck

Brett Druck

Brett Druck is an American standup comic best known for the viral success of his chivalry joke. He was a cast member and guest host on Laughs TV Show seasons 2 & 3 on FOX and HULU and you may have seen him on America’s Got Talent, in NBC SeeSo’s “SCHTICK OR TREAT: HALLOWEEN STAND UP SPECIAL”, mentioned in Rolling Stone, or heard him on Pandora Comedy Radio. He frequently appears on the front page of Reddit and has had his jokes shared millions of times. He has also been featured in numerous comedy festivals including TBS’s Just for Laughs Chicago, The Charleston Comedy Festival, The Andy Kaufman Award (Finalist), San Francisco Sketchfest, Hoboken Comedy Festival (2015 Winner). He can be seen now performing in select cities across the U.S. and Canada.

Opening Comedian: Ryan Patrick

Ryan Patrick

Ryan Patrick is a comedian from North Jersey. Ryan grew up in South Jersey, went to school in Maryland, and now lives outside of NYC. He performs all throughout New Jersey and New York. When he isn’t on stage, he’s either working in healthcare, spending time with his family, or losing at fantasy football.

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!

Old York Cellars Welcomes Headliner: Bill Boronkay

Bill Boronkay

Once one of the country’s fastest rising sportscasters, Bill Boronkay enjoyed stops in Clarksburg, WV, Evansville, IN and Kansas City before finally landing in sunny Cleveland, OH where he was assigned various hazardous duties. Along the way, Boronkay won 5 Emmy’s, one of which is proudly displayed in his mother’s home office behind a lamp.

After a failed audition with ESPN (a mirror was involved), Bill reevaluated his career and took off in lukewarm pursuit of his true 14th dream and stand up.   

Bill’s been seen on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, SportsTime Ohio, Time Warner Cable and heard on ESPN Radio, Bob & Tom and various radio stations across the country.      

In 2015, Bill moved to New York where he can often be found on the right train going the wrong direction. 

Featured Comedian: Matt Jenkins

Matt Jenkins

Matt Jenkins is known for his clean, quick-witted brand of comedy. Quickly becoming known as one of NY/NJ’s strongest clean comics, Matt uses his diverse background, in combination with solid joke writing and charisma, to give audiences a relatable as well as memorable experience.

Opening Comedian: Mollie Sperduto

Mollie Sperduto

Mollie Sperduto spent her 20s living in a retirement community, and that’s only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to how “Sperduto” her life truly is.  Nothing can simply be done in a normal way with her.  Mollie enjoys sharing details and stories of her life at shows and clubs all around the Northeast (and beyond!), having appeared at Greenwich Village Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club, and Broadway Comedy Club, along with countless independently produced shows outside of comedy clubs.

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!

Old York Cellars Welcomes Back Headliner: Chris Monty

Chris Monty

With over 20 years of stand-up comedy and television under his belt, Chris Monty continues to delight audiences worldwide. His latest high-profile projects include his stand-up comedy special titled “Just Be Happy” which can be found on Drybarcomedy.com and “What’s the Worst That Could Happen” (Amazon Prime). He has also had many television & film appearances such as Vinyl (HBO), Red Oaks (Amazon Prime), Paul Bart: Mall Cop 2 (Sony Pictures), Kevin Can Wait (CBS), and Orange is the New Black (Netflix).

In his stand-up, Chris Monty channels a refreshing and unique style of the 1960’s cool funnyman mixed with a modern chic. His unique take on current topics and storytelling are reminiscent of the comics that would keep The Rat Pack in stitches for weeks. He spans generations in that older crowds love his cool, retro style and younger crowds see a cadence that they haven’t seen on stage. It is truly something unique to experience.

Chris’s experience as a stand-up lends itself to his wide-ranging acting work also. He uses his quick improvisational skills and ability to use physical slapstick and timing to enhance his lead and supporting actor’s roles.  Whether on screen or stage, Chris Monty has the chops to make your creative endeavor something to be remembered for months and years to come.

Featured Comedian: Kevin Israel

Kevin Israel

Kevin Israel has a resume that will make you look twice. If you can think of a job, Kevin has probably worked it during his 40 years on earth. He was a lawyer, a political operative, a communications specialist, and, of course, a stand-up comedian. For over 15 years Kevin had been entertaining audiences with an act forged at his family’s dining room table, in his fraternity house, and in the halls of law school. Kevin has an act unlike any other, because it is his story and his alone.  With razor sharp wit and the ability to improvise that only a lawyer could possess – once you see him, you won’t forget him.

Opening Comedian: Glenn Freezman

Glenn Freezman

Sure fire One Liners in a fast-paced show that has had rave reviews all up and down the east coast. Winner of Comedy Competitions at Helium Comedy Club, Philly, The Punch Line in Philly, The Comedy Cabaret, Pa and NJ, as well as Catch a Rising Star in Princeton NJ. I’ve also worked up and down the east coast including multiple nights in NYC.  Currently, producing and performing at the 55 and older Communities, Gated and Golf Course Communities with our tour named, “Laugh til you Cry with no DUI”.

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!

Old York Cellars Welcomes Headliner: Andy Beningo

Andy Beningo

With over 3,400 career performances, Andy Beningo has established himself as one of the most in demand comedians working today. Hailed for his clean and “every man” style, Andy has been named one of the 40 Best Up and Coming Comedians in the country, as well as “Best Comedian” by both the Detroit Metro Times and Detroit Hour magazine. Andy has appeared on AXS TV’s Gotham Comedy Live, CMT’s Next Big Comic, and on Drybar Comedy– where his special, ‘Adorable Tough Guy’ generated over six million views on social media. Andy has been heard on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom radio show and was a special guest on Larry the Cable Guy’s ‘Weekly Round Up’ on Sirius XM radio. His first comedy album, ‘Quiet Coyote‘ regularly plays on Laugh USA. His rare ability to find humor in subjects like growing up the middle child, his short-lived career as a middle school teacher and our society’s obsession with technology has made him a crowd favorite in audiences worldwide.  

Featured Comedian: Kate Brindle

Kate Brindle

Kate has performed her sarcastic yet upbeat and spunky style of comedy on the Canadian Broadcast Channel, Cox Cable, and Comcast Cable.  She advanced in the California’s Funniest Female Contest, and was featured in the Oddball Comedy Festival and International Great Plains Comedy Festival.  She’s also opened for Louie Anderson, Dave Attell, Bill Burr, Kevin Nealon, Kevin Pollak, and Sarah Silverman.

Originally from Dexter, Michigan (Population: 72), Kate moved to New York City to study acting at New York University.  Since then she’s been entertaining audiences at venues across the nation such as Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Dr. Grins Comedy Club…and every bowling alley, basement, and dive in between.

An audience favorite, Kate brings to the stage her quick wit and impeccable timing.  Whether she’s talking about her family or making quirky observations of everyday life, Kate continues to charm crowds with her witty and sassy brand of humor.

Opening Comedian: Michael Beavers

Michael Beavers

Michael was the Semifinalist in last year’s Philly’s phunniest competition (Top 18 finish out of 300+ contestants) and he is the Co-host of Party Zone open mic at one of Philly’s longest running venues for comedy at Fergie’s Pub.

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!

Old York Cellars Welcomes Headliner: Jim Daly

Jim Daly

Combining amazing sleight of hand and illusions with comedy antics, Jim Daly will have you laughing-out-loud as he does the impossible with everyday objects: ropes, money, envelopes, paper, fruit, etc.   This corporate Stand-Up Comedy Magician is a cross between Jerry Seinfeld and David Copperfield with amazing magic, comedy visual gags and quick one-liners.

With a resume that includes, Good Morning America (2 times), AM Philadelphia, GQ Magazine, The New York Times, and Comedy Clubs from Boston to Fort Lauderdale and New York, Philadelphia all the way to Los Angeles.  Jim Daly’s one man show is high energy, fast paced, and loaded with audience participation.  He also provides customized entertainment packages for trade shows, sales meetings, corporate parties, and other special events.  Through Jim Daly’s unique blend of magic and comedy, this in demand corporate stand-up comedy magician can make your next event unforgettable.

With Nearly 40 years of stage experience in clubs, corporate events, tradeshows, cruise ships, golf outings, casinos and family events Jim Daly knows how to entertain.

Featured Comedian: Belynda Cleare

Belynda Cleare

Ranked one of Philadelphia’s top female comedians 2019, Winner of Comics Rock comedy showcase in LA, Finalist in serval comedy competitions.
High energy, interactive, humor filled comedy performance or Keynote. Belynda is highly sought after Comic, Motivational and Corporate Speaker.
Having worked in the Social Work and Human Service industry for over 20 years, Belynda has an extraordinary understanding of human nature and the ability to connect with and command the attention of diverse audiences. Belynda speaks and performs at Churches, Corporate Events, Conventions, Private Parties, Fundraisers, Comedy Clubs and Colleges, throughout Canada and the US.

Opening Comedian: Tim Conniff

Tim Conniff

By day Tim Conniff is a Sales Director for a Fortune 500 company, but on nights and weekends he can be found performing stand-up comedy all over PA, NJ and DE. His topics are wide ranging from growing up in Northeastern PA, to being married for over 25 years, to how easy it is to raise teenagers these days!

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!

Old York Cellars Welcomes Headliner: Chris Coccia

Chris Coccia

Chris Coccia’s act is a perfect combination of hilarious material and the ability to present it “in the moment”.  Flowing seamlessly between material and improvised interaction with the crowd, Chris is able to open the audience up as he pulls them into a shared recognition of our own human-ness.

Chris keeps a full schedule working everything from the country’s top comedy clubs to corporate events to colleges.  In addition, Chris Coccia won the 2008 Purina Pet Comedy Challenge, a national event with a $10,000.00 prize. He was also invited to be part of the Great American Comedy Festival in Johnny Carson’s hometown, Norfolk, NE put together by the talent coordinator of the Late Show with David Letterman, Eddie Brill.  He has appeared on Comedy Central, The Game Show Network, and XM Radio. Chris is also a frequent and favorite guest on several Philadelphia based radio shows.  

Featured Comedian: Coleman Green

Coleman Green

Coleman Green who’s known in the Philadelphia comedy scene has quickly increased his comic opportunities nationally and internationally.

A rising star, Coleman Green is no stranger to the entertainment world. Gracing the stages of many venues, clubs and corporate events, Coleman has managed to find the common link between all races, ethnicities, cultures, and incomes. He’s a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and producer of his own animation series.  He has the ability when needed, to bring his comedy into the roles that he often portrays. His ability to make you laugh is certainly a talent that cannot be taught.

One of the fan favorites is Coleman’s portrayal of a pink pixel in the Optimum iO Pixels television commercial.

Opening Comedian: Pat Rocci

Pat Rocci

Pat Rocchi provides wry, smart and razor-sharp observations on our modern times from the perspective of a man with a full life, covering everything from getting older in this modern society, raising kids, and working life in the corporate world. His performances, both in-person and virtual, have included corporate meetings, surprise birthday parties, military & veterans’ groups, comedy clubs, weddings, and more.

Host Comedian: Helene Angley

Helene Angley

Helene – ” That Tall Blonde Comic” …and not Jane Lynch!…Although she looks like her!  Whether it’s TV, The Borgata in AC, NYC Friars Club, the east coast club scene, or a winery; Helene has been delivering her expressive and crowd engaging comedy to the stage for over a dozen hilarious years and brings honesty to the stage that helps everyone relax and laugh at the joy and pain of aging and being a married mother of two and all that generation gap brings!  This is one groovy, funny woman who enjoys reaching into the crowd to share laughs with audiences of all ages!!