Friday, May 23rd, 2025 @ 12:00:am

Standup Comedy Showcase Starring Kevin Bartini (The Daily Show)
Crystal City Sports Pub
About This Event
Kevin Bartini, Headliner
Kevin Bartini is a nationally touring comedian, writer and occasional TV and radio personality. He has made numerous appearances on ABC’s hidden camera show What Would You Do? Kevin can currently be seen in the recurring role of Billy Jones on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
After establishing his bona fides in the top comedy clubs of NYC and studying with the Upright Citizens Brigade, Kevin was discovered by Jon Stewart, who hired him to warm up audiences at The Daily Show and The Colbert Report.
In the subsequent years, having earned the respect of not only Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert but of their audiences, Kevin became one of the most sought after Audience Warm-Up comics in television!
He has been seen warming up audiences for Match Game with Alec Baldwin, The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore, The Opposition with Jordan Klepper, The President Show, Bunk, Debate Wars, TruTV’s Comedy Knockout, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert amongst others.
He garnered international attention over the course of three years while leading a successful campaign to co-name West 121 Street in New York City after his hero, George Carlin.
Mike Brown
Mike Brown, aka OlmikeB, first felt the nudge toward comedy in his hometown of Norfolk, VA where his affection for the art form was nurtured and cultivated.
After serving in the United States Army for nine years as a soldier, and receiving numerous awards for his service and valor, OlmikeB decided it was time to launch his comedy career.
Mike started his matriculation into comedy by hosting shows at various venues throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Due to his friendly and engaging personality he is immediately likable, and his unique, yet earthy and energetic approach to humor led to him opening for acts like Beth Stelling, Dino Archie, and Lil Rel Howery. These experiences led to the auspicious establishment of his own production company–OMBvision. Mike went on to become a regular writer for “Da Jae Spot” and the locally produced TV show “The Tommy Taylor Show”.
OlmikeB’s captivating comedy skills are a perfect fit for the big screen. He currently possesses an IMBD credit for his role in the short film “A Family Affair,” written and produced by Tommy Taylor, Jr. This film was a beloved favorite at many film festivals. His other on-screen projects include; The Tommy Taylor Show, Capital Comedy Connection, and DCTV commercial “Anytime Anywhere.”
Jenny Questell
Jenny Questell is a Washington, D.C.-based stand-up comedian who has performed at the Kennedy Center and the DC Improv. She has opened for headliners such as Cristela Alonzo, Hannah Einbinder, and Jared Freid. She co-produces The Living Room Show, one of the city’s hottest monthly showcases, and is the co-host of the podcast “Isn’t it Romantic?”
David Balagizi
David Balagizi is a D.C. comedian who has performed at the DC Improv, Underground Comedy, and the Arlington Drafthouse . He’s a 21 year-old comedian who has amassed a 700k following on Tiktok.
FRIDAY, March 31
8pm (Doors open at 7)
Crystal City Sports Pub (3rd Floor Lounge)
529 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22202
(Dinner/Food/Drinks available before show)
Tickets:
$15 – General Admission
$20 – VIP (Seating Up Front)
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www.deadhorsecomedy.com