Stand Up NY Presents: K-Comedy Showcase with Friends

About this show

Get ready for the comedy event of the year! Stand Up NY proudly unleashes the electrifying “K- Comedy Showcase with Friends!”—an explosive night that has already rocked Times Square with a string of sold-out shows. Now, this dynamic Korean American comedy phenomenon is taking over Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland for one unforgettable evening at The Hall on Sunday, July 12. Experience a powerhouse lineup of the hottest Asian American comedians, all bringing unstoppable, side-splitting energy to the stage. This is your front-row ticket to a vibrant, can’t- miss celebration of Korean and Asian culture in stand-up comedy. Presented by K-Comedy Productions. Secure your tickets now before they’re gone! Venue: The Hall at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland 7002 Arundel Mills, Circle #7777 Hanover, MD, 21076 Showtime 7:00 PM, Doors open 5:30 PM The lineup for “K-Comedy with Friends!” features performances by: · Ron Song (Jury Duty, Disclosure Day) – Korean American @songronsong · MJ (KBS – Korean Broadcasting System) – Korean American @MJ_Standup_Korean · Alex Kim (Lincoln Center) – Korean American @alexkimedian · Peter Liu (Don’t Tell Comedy) – Chinese American @peterliucomedy · Adam Mamawala (Forbes AAPI Comedian to Watch) – Indian German American @adammamawala · Eunji Kim (Chicago Fire) – Korean American @thebesteunji · Thom Tran (My Dead Friend Zoe) – Vietnamese American @thomtran About Stand Up NY Founded in 1986, Stand Up NY is one of New York City’s most historic comedy clubs and has helped launch and showcase some of comedy’s biggest stars over the past four decades. Located in Times Square, the club continues to be a major cultural hub for stand-up comedy, producing hundreds of shows annually while also expanding nationally through its live event division, Stand Up NY Presents. The company has recently produced successful comedy experiences in unique venues and private clubs across New York and Los Angeles, focusing on curated, experiential entertainment that goes beyond the traditional comedy format. About Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland The six-time AAA Four Diamond rated Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland opened in 2012 and is one of the largest and most luxurious commercial casinos in the country. Offering guests a range of activities including gaming, entertainment, world-class dining and hotel accommodations, Live! Casino & Hotel is consistently ranked the top tourist attraction in the state and was named one of the top 10 hotels in Maryland by U.S. News & World Report. For more information about Live! Casino & Hotel MD, visit here. Comedian Bios Ron Song (Korean American) is a charismatic, Los Angeles-based standup comedian and actor known for his sharp wit and deadpan delivery. His distinct comedy style relies on low-key, dry conversational storytelling, utilizing a brilliant, slow-burn comedic timing to tackle culture, daily life, and modern absurdities. On television, he achieved widespread recognition for his breakout starring role as Ken Choi in Freevee's Emmy-nominated comedy series Jury Duty. His other high-profile acting credits include appearances in Ryan Murphy's FX series Grotesquerie, CBS's FBI: Most Wanted, Netflix's Running Point, and Nickelodeon's Erin & Aaron. Ron Song is in the latest Steven Spielberg’s film Disclosure Day. Alex Kim (Korean American) is known as one of the hottest rising Asian standup comics in New York, an NYC-based stand-up comedian and a prominent figure in the AAPI comedy scene, frequently performing at premier venues like The Stand and New York Comedy Club. His comedy style centers around sharp, personal storytelling, heavily drawing from his experiences as a Korean-American navigating family dynamics and queer identity. As a co-producer of notable variety shows like Boba Gays Comedy and Hot Gaysian Summer, he actively creates platforms that elevate diverse, LGBTQIA+, and Asian-American voices. His highest credits include co-hosting the popular podcast Where Are You From, From?, performing at the Lincoln Center, and being featured in the Very Big Very Asian Comedy Festival. Peter Liu (Chinese American) is a highly dynamic, NYC based stand-up comedian whose international upbringing spans across China, Australia, New Zealand, and New Jersey. His comedy style centers on a "smart, personal, and a little unhinged" delivery, seamlessly blending sharp observational humor with wild family stories to roast cultural norms and navigate the immigrant experience. He has established a strong presence on major platforms and festivals, including appearances on Don’t Tell Comedy and performances at prestigious events like SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival. His highest credits include opening for global comedy heavyweights Ronny Chieng, Joe Wong, and Jason Leong, as well as headlining and performing at iconic venues such as The Wilbur, The Comedy Store, and the Laugh Factory. Adam Mamawala (Indian German American) is a nationally touring, New York City-based standup comedian, actor, and writer recognized by Forbes as a rising AAPI comedian to watch. His distinct comedy style is casual, candid, and irreverently clever, skillfully drawing from his biracial half-Indian heritage, modern relationships, and relatable observations on daily life. On television and streaming, he has showcased his comedic talents on platforms like Comedy Central, MTV, BET, and Amazon Prime, where he starred in the romantic comedy series Under Cover Comic. A powerhouse on stage, his hit comedy albums both debuted at #1 on the iTunes comedy charts, and his high-profile live credits include touring across the country as a feature act for Dane Cook and performing alongside Jon Stewart at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. Eunji Kim (Korean American) is a sharp-witted, Chicago-based standup comedian and writer known for her charismatic stage presence and high-energy storytelling. Her comedy style deftly blends bold observational humor about identity, modern adulthood, and dating with fearless, fast-talking delivery. A prominent face on television, her notable on-screen credits include recurring roles on NBC’s Chicago Med and Chicago Fire, appearances on Showtime's Work in Progress, and serving as a judge on Hulu's Best in Dough. Beyond her screen work, she is a former senior writer for Cards Against Humanity, has opened for national headliners like Fortune Feimster and Dave Attell, and released her comedy special, Just A Lady. Thom Tran (Vietnamese American) is a Los Angeles-based stand-up comedian and post-9/11 Purple Heart recipient whose military background deeply informs his work. His comedy style masterfully blends sharp storytelling with raw, observational humor that addresses his transition from a combat Army paratrooper to civilian life and his ongoing battle with PTSD. As a passionate advocate for veterans, he created the GIs of Comedy Tour, a prominent all-veteran troupe performing globally to share the healing power of laughter with service members and civilians alike. His highest credits include appearing on the Netflix series Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy, guest-starring on Bosch: Legacy and Black-ish, and starring alongside Morgan Freeman in the award-winning feature film My Dead Friend Zoe. MJ Standup Korean (Korean American), also known as, Dr. Mina Cheon, performing under the comedic stage name MJ Standup Korean, is a New York-based Korean-American comedian, professor emerita, and globally recognized "Polipop" (Political Pop) artist. Her highly unique comedy style blends sharp art history jokes, message-driven political satire, and dark romantic comedy that playfully explores Asian stereotypes, global geopolitics, and "Korean shame." Merging the worlds of fine art and standup, her highest performance credits include her acclaimed solo touring showcase MJ's Hour: K-Comedy Art Activism at institutions like Whitman College, as well as performing in and producing major peace-building cultural events for the AHL Foundation, KODA NY, and the series Stand Up NY Presents: K-Comedy Night. As a scholar and creative visionary who has mounted major retrospectives and authored books like Shamanism + Cyberspace, she uses her platform to beautifully bridge the gap between socio-political activism and the healing power of laughter. She is the producer of K-Comedy Productions and a part of the Stand Up NY team, the Chief Talent Curator and Head of Creative Programming.