The June 2010 Tour is proud to bring you three top American comics - each one offering his own unique brand of humor developed during years of performing on television, in film and on the comedy circuit.
Bob Zany
Comedian Bob Zany told his first joke on national television at the age of 15. Thirty-three years later, Zany’s long, long resume bursts with close to 1000 national television stints, including Roseanne, The Drew Carey Show, and a coveted spot on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. His film credits include a co-starring role in Matt Damon’s recent hit, The Informant and the David Spade classic, Joe Dirt. The three-time American Comedy Award Nominee is currently touring concert venues across the US with The Canadian Mist Bob and Tom All-Stars. Tagging along with Bob on most of his adventures throughout the last year was the crew from Close but No Cigar, Jay Kanzler’s chronicle of Zany’s three decades on the joke-telling roller coaster, set to debut at The Montreal Comedy Festival in July. Zany treasures his sixteen year association with The Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon which has included stand-up spots, co-hosting duties, fund-raising and a VP seat on the Board of Directors. Members of Zany’s huge fan base, as well as critics, describe him as “hilarious,” “amazing,” and most often, “the best ad-lib comic working today.” A Los Angeles native, Zany lives in the San Fernando Valley with his wife and two dogs.
Johnny Sanchez
Johnny Sanchez is one of America's premier comedians. Having performed in Comedy clubs for years, he has honed his comedy into an exquisite art form. With his feverish energy, detailed characters and pinpoint delivery, his shows take you on a laughing journey of people, places and life. Johnny's audiences are always captivated by his clever metaphors, inventive scenarios and hilarious characters. Besides his club shows, Johnny has toured with Louie Anderson, "The Latin Kings of Comedy" with Paul Rodriguez and most recently performed and taped a special in Jamaica along with Cedric The Entertainer, Bill Bellamey and Tommy Davidson. Other TV appearances include the "HBO Comedy Showcase", "The Late, Late Show" on CBS, "Comics Unleashed" on ABC, "USO Comedy Tour" and his own "Half Hour Special" on Comedy Central. And being a part of Showtime's hit "Payaso Comedy Slam" he recently starred and Executive Produced the "3 Non Juans" for Showtime that will air in May of 2010. Along with appearances on sitcoms and films, Johnny lent his voice for the Oscar Winning Animated film "Happy Feet", as Lombardo, alongside Robin Williams and Elijah Wood. He recently spent three weeks in Sydney, Australia working on "Happy Feet 2", which is set to air in 2011.
Wayne Cotter
Wayne Cotter is a top nationally touring comedian and a favorite of all the major talk shows. He hosted the Fox Television Network series "Comic Strip Live" for many years. Wayne has been nominated as "Best Standup Comedian" in the American Comedy Awards. He appears in the film "The Aristocrats" and also served as host of the Discovery Channel's "Amazing America," a light-hearted look at weird and wacky subcultures throughout the United States. Although he studied Electrical Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania and began a career with a New Jersey computer company, before long Wayne started moonlighting as a Philadelphia comedian. He continued this double life for some time, and ultimately came to the visionary conclusion that the computer industry was going nowhere and left town to pursue show business full time. Wayne quickly became a fixture on the comedy circuit and a favorite guest of David Letterman, Jay Leno and Bill Maher. He has also appeared in numerous programs for Showtime and HBO. More recently his clean and clever style has led him to become a highly sought-after entertainer for corporate events.
Avi Liberman
Continuing the tradition of bringing top level talent to Israel, Avi has attracted some of today's best comedic talents from the States to appear in front of Israeli audiences combining cutting edge routines with his unique familiarity with some of the most humorous aspects of Jewish and Israeli life. Avi has performed stand-up comedy on CBS's "Late Late Show" with Craig Ferguson on Comedy Central's "Premium Blend" and "Make Me Laugh" as well as NBC's "Friday Night!" His acting credits include "Dave's World" CBS, "Boston Common" NBC and "Andytown U.S.A." Comedy Central. Avi can be seen regularly on E! as one of their frequent guests on their popular countdown series. He has also guest starred on "Movies At Our House," as well as having shot a pilot titled "Through the Keyhole" both on AMC. He has also been heard on radio stations across the country. A successful commercial actor, Avi has appeared in spots for "Mercedes," "L.A. Cellular," "Miller Lite" and most recently "Starbucks" and "Net Zero." He has appeared at the prestigious Montreal Just for Laughs Festival. Since 2001, Avi is has successfully arranged widely acclaimed stand-up Stand Up for Israel comedy tours in Israel to help boost morale while donating all of the proceeds to local charities.