Stand Up NY Presents

COMEDY FIGHT NIGHT

THE MARQUEE ASTORIA - The Grand Ballroom

Sunday, October 18, 2026

Showtime 7:00 PM, Doors Open 6:00 PM

25-22 Astoria Blvd, Astoria, NY 11102

Step into the electrifying and luxurious Grand Ballroom at The Marquee Astoria—the legendary home of official Gild Cage MMA fights—for an unforgettable night where comedy meets combat! Stand Up NY Presents “Comedy Fight Night” is hosted and refereed by the powerhouse comedian Paul Mecurio.

Watch as top-tier comedians clash in a no-holds-barred battle for the biggest laughs: witness the Lightweight “Mental Game” between Jonah Bowen and Carmen Lagala, the Middleweight “Intellectual Fight” between Myq Kaplan and Dan Ahdoot, and the Heavyweight “Roast Battle” between Christy Miller and Wellie Jackson.

Expect jaw-dropping punchlines, rapid-fire wit, and comedic showdowns that'll have you on the edge of your seat. With an ER doctor standing by to keep things safe, this is the ultimate fight for laughter and the ultimate comedic experience of a lifetime. Don’t miss your chance to cheer, laugh, and be part of the wildest Comedy Fight Night ever—secure your seat for the greatest show of all time! Each category’s winner, determined by a judging panel, host, and audience, will take home an instant cash bonus.

General Admission: $35 (concessions at will)

VIP: $75 (food & beverages included)

Running showtime: 2 hours

Lineup:

Host and Referee: Paul Mecurio

Lightweight “Mental Game”: Jonah Bowen and Carmen Lagala

Middleweight “Intellectual Fight”: Myq Kaplan and Dan Ahdoot

Heavyweight “Roast Battle”: Christy Miller and Wellie Jackson

Comedian Bios:

Paul Mecurio – Trading his high-powered Wall Street law career for a microphone, Paul Mecurio delivers sharp, brilliantly observant commentary with a biting satirical edge. This comedic powerhouse is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning writer who helped shape the legendary voice of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and has spent years performing as the resident comedian of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Wellie Jackson -- Exploding onto the stage with magnetic charisma, Wellie Jackson brings an infectious, high-energy storytelling style that turns everyday life into pure comedic gold. He has lit up screens nationwide with standout appearances on The Wendy Williams Show and MTV's Totally Clueless. Fans will also recognize his brilliant comedic chops from scene-stealing acting roles on critically acclaimed, smash-hit television series like Orange Is the New Black. Jackson has toured the country with Tracy Morgan and wrote for his Netflix comedy special Staying Alive, as well as the TBS comedy series The Last O.G.

Christy Miller – Unapologetically bold and fiercely honest, Christy Miller attacks the mic with a no-nonsense, hard-hitting attitude that leaves audiences reeling with laughter. She cut her teeth in the industry as the powerhouse opening act for legendary comedy titans like Andrew Dice Clay and Paul Mooney. Now a reigning fixture of the New York City club circuit, Miller has been featured on “Boy Meets World”, BET’s “Comic Mania”, Tammy Pescatelli’s “Stand Up Mother” and films like “Strange Days” and “Nixon”. She was also featured on Vinny Pastore’s “The Wiseguys Show” on Sirius.

Dan Ahdoot – One of the most vibrant, hilariously versatile force of nature who masterfully blends his Iranian-American heritage with razor-sharp observational humor. As a seasoned national headliner, he has crushed stand-up sets on The Tonight Show and dominated the comedy podcasting world. Fans also know and love him for his unforgettable, scene-stealing acting roles in Netflix's smash hit Cobra Kai, Shameless, and Bajillion Dollar Propertie$.

Myq Kaplan – Armed with a hyper-articulate, warp-speed delivery, Myq Kaplan spins brilliant webs of nerdy, wordplay-heavy logic that will leave your head spinning in the best way possible. This master of linguistic gymnastics has absolutely conquered late-night television with standout performances on The Tonight Show, Conan, and Late Night with Seth Meyers. He continues to dominate the stand-up charts with critically acclaimed, chart-topping specials like his Netflix hour Small, Dork, and Handsome and his latest release, Rini.

Carmen Lagala – Wonderfully whimsical yet packed with a fierce, rebellious edge, Carmen Lagala delivers clever, knockout punchlines with effortless, captivating charm. She has rocketed to national fame with a killer appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and a massively viral Don't Tell Comedy set. As the driving force behind the renowned indie showcase Comedians You Should Know, she is undeniably one of the most exciting powerhouse talents touring today.

Jonah Bowen – Fusing fresh, theatrical absurdity with a brilliantly artsy vibe, Jonah Bowen brings an utterly unique, infectious energy to the modern comedy stage. This Emerson College Comedic Arts graduate has rapidly become a major industry player; Bowen is a dynamic, rising force in the New York scene. Fans can catch him commanding the stage at premier Manhattan venues like Stand Up NY, Gotham Comedy Club, and the Broadway Comedy Club.

The Marquee Astoria

Stand Up NY Presents: COMEDY FIGHT NIGHT