Spring Comedy at the Campbell
#herSmile Benefit show
Friday, Feb 14th 8:00
Martinez Campbell Theater
#herSmile Benefit show
Friday, Feb 14th 8:00
Martinez Campbell Theater
Our Valentine's day show, 8:00 at the Martinez Campbell Theater
Melissa McGillicuddy’s dry wit and unique perspective on life make her a hit with audiences everywhere. She has performed at SF Sketchfest, the World Series of Comedy, and has headlined dozens of colleges across the country. Melissa has also opened for talented comedians such as Cameron Esposito, Steve Hofstetter, and Laurie Kilmartin. Most recently, she was selected as the "Comic of the Week" on The Jackie and Laurie Show.
Cookie Williams is a Bay Area native, currently living in the central valley. Her comedy has opened up many doors for her doing stand-up from San Jose, Bay Area, the Valley, Sacramento, and everywhere in between. She's a regular at Punchline Sacramento, Laughs Unlimited, Deaf Puppy Manteca, and Tommy ts. She made Top 100 in the Roast Battle League (RBL) at number 51 and continues to shine in whatever room she performs. Cookie is a relatable comedian who talks about the everyday with children, a husband, and a career in comedy. She's fun and outstanding, leaving the audience in tears of laughter.
Wendy Lewis is a Makeup Artist turned stand up comedian on a dare from a coworker at Nordstrom. Her observational humor is delivered through her many voices and entertaining facial expressions. She has opened for Craig Robinson from the Office, Sinbad and Louis Katz. Wild Card 1st place winner for the World Series of Comedy. Don't Tell Comedy and a paid regular for Punch Line and Laughs Unlimited.
Host: TBD
Greg is a native San Francisco Bay Area entertainer. Born in the heart of San Francisco, he has been performing his relatable, endearing, and self-deprecating, brand of comedy since the age of 17, all over the West Coast, at Colleges, Clubs, and Casinos.
Called "one of the best new comics in San Francisco, Greg's stage time isn't limited to comedy. He is also a professional stage actor as is a previous host of the "Morning Wood Show" on PirateCat Radio.
Greg has previously performed at CoCoComedy’s Comedy Under the Stars show as well having the honor of being our first ever headliner at our first Comedy at the Campbell show in 2017. He has been a featured act at the following Bay Area Comedy Clubs: The Punchline (San Francisco/Sacramento), Cobbs Comedy Club (San Francisco), the IMPROV (San Jose), Rooster T. Feathers (Sunnyvale) Tommy T's (Pleasanton/Rancho Cordova), The Comedy Store (Hollywood), Flapper's Comedy Club (Burbank), Wharf Room Comedy Club (San Francisco), The Purple Onion (San Francisco), Club Deluxe (San Francisco), The Fat Cat (Modesto).
He has also featured his act at Diablo Valley College's mainstage playhouse (Pleasant Hill), The Subterranean Arthouse Theatre (Berkeley), The Temescal Art Center (Oakland), The Campbell Theatre (Martinez), and The Diablo Actors Ensamble Theatre (Walnut Creek).
In 2013 Greg was voted "One of the Comics We Love!" by DIABLO Magazine!
Melissa McGillicuddy’s dry wit and unique perspective on life make her a hit with audiences everywhere. She has performed at SF Sketchfest, the World Series of Comedy, and has headlined dozens of colleges across the country. Melissa has also opened for talented comedians such as Cameron Esposito, Steve Hofstetter, and Laurie Kilmartin. Most recently, she was selected as the "Comic of the Week" on The Jackie and Laurie Show.
Cookie Williams is a Bay Area native, currently living in the central valley. Her comedy has opened up many doors for her doing stand-up from San Jose, Bay Area, the Valley, Sacramento, and everywhere in between. She's a regular at Punchline Sacramento, Laughs Unlimited, Deaf Puppy Manteca, and Tommy ts. She made Top 100 in the Roast Battle League (RBL) at number 51 and continues to shine in whatever room she performs. Cookie is a relatable comedian who talks about the everyday with children, a husband, and a career in comedy. She's fun and outstanding, leaving the audience in tears of laughter.
Wendy Lewis is a Makeup Artist turned stand up comedian on a dare from a coworker at Nordstrom. Her observational humor is delivered through her many voices and entertaining facial expressions. She has opened for Craig Robinson from the Office, Sinbad and Louis Katz. Wild Card 1st place winner for the World Series of Comedy. Don't Tell Comedy and a paid regular for Punch Line and Laughs Unlimited.
Host: TBD
Greg is a native San Francisco Bay Area entertainer. Born in the heart of San Francisco, he has been performing his relatable, endearing, and self-deprecating, brand of comedy since the age of 17, all over the West Coast, at Colleges, Clubs, and Casinos.
Called "one of the best new comics in San Francisco, Greg's stage time isn't limited to comedy. He is also a professional stage actor as is a previous host of the "Morning Wood Show" on PirateCat Radio.
Greg has previously performed at CoCoComedy’s Comedy Under the Stars show as well having the honor of being our first ever headliner at our first Comedy at the Campbell show in 2017. He has been a featured act at the following Bay Area Comedy Clubs: The Punchline (San Francisco/Sacramento), Cobbs Comedy Club (San Francisco), the IMPROV (San Jose), Rooster T. Feathers (Sunnyvale) Tommy T's (Pleasanton/Rancho Cordova), The Comedy Store (Hollywood), Flapper's Comedy Club (Burbank), Wharf Room Comedy Club (San Francisco), The Purple Onion (San Francisco), Club Deluxe (San Francisco), The Fat Cat (Modesto).
He has also featured his act at Diablo Valley College's mainstage playhouse (Pleasant Hill), The Subterranean Arthouse Theatre (Berkeley), The Temescal Art Center (Oakland), The Campbell Theatre (Martinez), and The Diablo Actors Ensamble Theatre (Walnut Creek).
In 2013 Greg was voted "One of the Comics We Love!" by DIABLO Magazine!
Upcoming Shows:
Our Valentine's Day Comedy at the Campbell lineup will be announced soon, stay posted.
Our Valentine's Day Comedy at the Campbell lineup will be announced soon, stay posted.
Visit MainStreetMartinez for a list of restaurants for dinner before or after the shows. Check with the restaurant for hours and reservations.
Upcoming Local Shows
(CoCoComedy's goal is to promote Live Stand up Comedy in Contra Costa County, however these are not CoCoComedy events)
We are currently co-producing a fun little show at the Chicken Pie Shop of Walnut Creek, the last Saturday of every month at 9:00 featuring some of the best Bay Area comedians and a few touring comedians if we can catch 'em as they come through The Bay ;)
(CoCoComedy's goal is to promote Live Stand up Comedy in Contra Costa County, however these are not CoCoComedy events)
We are currently co-producing a fun little show at the Chicken Pie Shop of Walnut Creek, the last Saturday of every month at 9:00 featuring some of the best Bay Area comedians and a few touring comedians if we can catch 'em as they come through The Bay ;)
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ABOUT Contra Costa COMEDY
So far, in our first 7+ years (>2 dozen shows) you have helped us bring in over $50,000 dollars for local charities.
Contra Costa Comedy is a live event producer that promotes live comedy, while benefiting charitable organizations. It is founded by comedian Bob Johnston. Bob's vision is to let laughter and giving flow where it is needed. You can follow Co Co Comedy for local events and daily laughs on Facebook at CoCoComedy
OUR MISSION
Produce Quality, Independent Comedy shows within the Contra Costa Area while supporting local charities, and promote other local comedy shows, showcases, and open mics.
Bob Johnston has been performing stand-up comedy around California and the Pacific Northwest for the last 27 years. He and his wife Vidah moved to Martinez in 2009. When he learned that Martinez had an outdoor amphitheater, the idea for Comedy Under the Stars was hatched as a way to allow the community to use the amphitheater while raising money for local charities.
Contra Costa Comedy is a live event producer that promotes live comedy, while benefiting charitable organizations. It is founded by comedian Bob Johnston. Bob's vision is to let laughter and giving flow where it is needed. You can follow Co Co Comedy for local events and daily laughs on Facebook at CoCoComedy
OUR MISSION
Produce Quality, Independent Comedy shows within the Contra Costa Area while supporting local charities, and promote other local comedy shows, showcases, and open mics.
Bob Johnston has been performing stand-up comedy around California and the Pacific Northwest for the last 27 years. He and his wife Vidah moved to Martinez in 2009. When he learned that Martinez had an outdoor amphitheater, the idea for Comedy Under the Stars was hatched as a way to allow the community to use the amphitheater while raising money for local charities.