TEACHERS GONE BAD DELIVERS THE SPRING BREAK PARTY

We can still hear the laughter from our recent Teachers Gone Bad comedy showcase at Laugh Factory Chicago! Produced by Mind Twist Comedy our of San Antonio, TX, with promotional support from Las Locas Comedy, this event was a riotous celebration of humor, wit, and unapologetically adult-themed comedy that left the audience in stitches. For those unfamiliar, Teachers Gone Bad is not your run-of-the-mill comedy production. It’s a mind-twisting experience crafted specifically for the “open-minded” teaching community and comedy enthusiasts who appreciate boundary-pushing humor. Featuring a talented pool of educators-turned-comedians from across the country, this show delved into the quirky, absurd, and relatable aspects of teaching and life beyond the classroom. The spring break showcase on Monday, March 25th, at 5 pm was a hit from start to finish. The lineup of performers brought their A-game, delivering punchlines that ranged from clever observations to downright hilarious anecdotes. From navigating the complexities of school bureaucracy to poking fun at the quirks of students, every moment onstage was a comedic gem. It’s worth noting that Teachers Gone Bad is not for the easily offended or those seeking family-friendly entertainment. This show embraced its adult-oriented nature with gusto, earning uproarious laughter and applause from the audience who embraced the irreverent humor with enthusiasm. To everyone who attended and contributed to the success of Teachers Gone Bad, thank you for making it an unforgettable evening of laughter and camaraderie. For those who missed out, fear not – stay tuned for future announcements and showcases. Remember, if you’re ready to experience comedy that pushes boundaries and tickles your funny bone in unexpected ways, Teachers Gone Bad is the show for you. Follow us on social media for the latest updates, and don’t wait too long to snag your tickets for the next uproarious adventure in comedy! Until next time, keep laughing and embracing the joy that comedy brings. Cheers to Teachers Gone Bad and all the comedic brilliance yet to come!

Your Teachers Gone Bad (in order of performance):

Janice Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy) Jesnaira Baez (Improv) Brandi Alexander (Lincoln Lodge) Michelle Krajecki (Zanies) Brice Evans (Helium Indianapolis) Irma Ruiz (MindTwist Comedy) Thank you to all who came out, brought a friend and/or helped to spread the word!
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LAS LOCAS COMEDY CELEBRATES 7 YEARS

Time flies when you’re having fun, and that’s exactly how we felt as we recently celebrated our seven-year anniversary with a spectacular extra loca comedy show that exceeded all expectations. The journey from humble beginnings to this significant milestone has been nothing short of remarkable, and our anniversary event was a testament to the hard work, dedication, and support that have fueled our success.

The show featured a lineup of hilarious performances from our #locas4life that captivated the audience and had them laughing all night long.

A special thank you to our performers, our supporters and fans, and the staff at Laugh Factory Chicago for making our seven-year anniversary show one to remember.

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In order of performance:

Janice Rodriguez 

Jess Martinez 

Soli Santos 

Patti Vasquez 

Gwen La Roka

Our seven-year anniversary marks a milestone but also serves as a launchpad for the next phase of our journey in continuing to elevate Latina comedic voices across the country. We are more determined than ever to build on our achievements, embrace new challenges, and continue pushing the boundaries of creativity, innovation, and excellence.

To everyone who has been a part of our incredible journey so far – thank you. Your support, dedication, and enthusiasm have been the driving force behind our success, and we look forward to many more years of getting loca with you!

Here’s to seven years of success and many more to come!

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TEACHERS GONE BAD ROCKS WINTER BREAK

In partnership with Mind Twist Comedy, the nationally touring Teachers Gone Bad show returned to Chicago for their Winter Break show on January 3rd, 2024. Teachers Gone Bad is geared towards the “open-minded” teaching community and features educators across the country who moonlight as comedians or who perform comedy full-time (and not only in the classroom!). We had an awesome time returning to Chicago to perform for all of the amazing teachers and school staff who came out to laugh.

 

Your Teachers Gone Bad:

Janice Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Irma Ruiz (LOL San Antonio)

Joshua Nieto (Cap City Austin)

Bryan Burris (Laugh After Dark)

and Special Guests TBA

Thank you to all who came out, brought a friend and/or helped to spread the word!

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LATINA COMEDY FESTIVAL GROWS IN 2023


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

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Janice Rodriguez

Latina Comedy Festival

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The Second Annual Latina Comedy Festival Grows for 2023

The team behind Las Locas Comedy, Chicago’s only monthly Latina stand-up comedy show, is back with an expanded 2nd Annual Latina Comedy Festival from October 5th-7th, 2023, across multiple venues in Chicago. 

Chicago, IL September 19th, 2023 – The Latina Comedy Festival, produced by Las Locas Comedy, returns to Chicago from October 5th-7th, 2023 with expanded showcases at multiple venues in various neighborhoods across the city including Laugh Factory in Lakeview, Reggies in South Loop, Lincoln Lodge in Logan Square and JoJos Shake BAR in River North. The festival will feature the best Latina standup comedic talent from across the country including Chicago native Gwen La Roka (HBO Max), Los Angeles comedian Christina Galston (Comedy Central), and NYC comedian Shari Diaz (HBO Max). A panel of industry representatives and comedians reviewed comedian applications and selected performers were notified by September 11th, 2023 if they were accepted into the festival.

In an industry where Latinas represent less than 1% of comics booked at comedy clubs across the country (The Comedy Club Database), Las Locas Comedy has been committed to elevating diverse female voices. Almost in its seventh year, Las Locas Comedy is expanding their programming to include this annual festival to showcase comics from across the country – a feat made possible by the network they’ve built across the country with Latina comics from cities such as L.A., Austin, San Antonio, New York, Denver, and Miami.

The first iteration of the festival in August 2022, showcased 18 locally-based Latina and nonbinary Latinx/e comics performing short, rapid-fire sets at the Lincoln Lodge in Logan Square. In addition to our flagship ‘Marathon Show’ at Lincoln Lodge which will be at 5pm on Saturday, October 7th in this year’s festival, producers have grown the festival to include 6 total showcases which will give selected performers multiple opportunities to perform to a Chicago audience. The festival will also include many chances for the comedians to network with each other and industry representatives during this jam-packed 3 day festival – which has now moved to Hispanic Heritage Month. Audience members will have an amazing opportunity to see heavy hitters and up and coming Latina comedians from across the country in talent-packed showcases. The festival will culminate on Saturday, October 7th at JoJo’s Shake BAR with two special showcases headlined by the star of HBO/Max Entre Nos:The Winners comedy special and 2021 Latino Stand-Up Comedy Competition winner, Chicago’s very own, Gwen La Roka. Full performer lineups and individual showcase tickets are now on sale via the Latina Comedy Festival website.

Las Locas Comedy believes the fight for representation creates a ripple effect in the comedy scene, propelling underrepresented talent to national comedy clubs and beyond. “There is so much amazing Latina comedy talent here in Chicago and across the country. Showcasing that talent through the Latina Comedy Festival platform will give comedians exposure to new audiences as well as introduce festival attendees to comedians they have not had the chance to see,” said Las Locas Comedy founder and Executive Producer of Latina Comedy Festival, Janice V. Rodriguez 

Rodriguez, and their crew of “Locas” have proven time and again that there is a market for comedy written and performed by Latinas in an industry that continues to be dominated by a white male narrative. The positive feedback from last year’s event and the growth of this year’s Latina Comedy Festival shows that audiences want entertainment from diverse voices.

Showcase tickets and information are available at LatinaComedyFestival.com/tickets and more “loca” content can be found on social media at @laslocascomedy and @latinacomedyfestival.

About Las Locas Comedy

Las Locas Comedy is a Chicago-based monthly comedy showcase centered around Latinas and female comics of color. The show was founded by comedians Janice V. Rodriguez and Soli Santos in 2017 to provide a platform for Latina comedians and female comedians of color. The debut show was standing room only and their popularity has continued to grow with each subsequent show. Las Locas Comedy received the inaugural Lady Laughs Comedy Award for Best BIPOC Show, has been Chicago Reader Recommended, dubbed a “Must See Comedy Event” by Red Eye and selected to perform as part of Steppenwolf’s Lookout Series in 2019 and 2023. In 2022, Las Locas Comedy’s 5th anniversary show was also selected to be a WBEZ produced community event.

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY WELCOMES TEACHERS GONE BAD

Las Locas Comedy welcomed Mind Twist Comedy’s nationally touring show Teachers Gone Bad, back to Chicago on Sunday, September, 3rd, 2023 at Laugh Factory Chicago.  Our teacher comedians had the crowd rolling and energized for the new school year! Thank you to all who came out, brought a friend and/or helped to spread the word!

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Your Teachers Gone Bad (in order of performance):

Justin Seymour (Helium Comedy Club)

Irma Ruiz (Teachers Gone Bad Founder/Producer) 

KB Marion (Laugh Factory)

Joshua Nieto (Houston Improv)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY KEEPS SUMMERTIME ENERGY GOING

We kept the #summertimechi energy going with an awesome crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our August 3rd, 2023 show. Our chingonas were herlarious and made the crowd go extra loca!  Thank you to all who came out, brought a friend and/or helped to spread the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to ANF Chicago for the amazing photos and the venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our August 2023 Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Jenni Rodriguez (The Drop Comedy Club) 

Christi Turner (Lincoln Lodge)

Yazmin Ramos (Second City)

Avril Granato (Bad Momz of Comedy)

Hilary Jimenez (Limestone Comedy Festival)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY SETS OFF FIREWORKS OF HAHAHAS

We kept the 4th of July holiday vibe going with an amazing crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our July 6th, 2023 show. Our chingonas hailed from Chicagoland, New Jersey, Texas and Indiana and they delivered all the jajajas and hahahas.  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to ANF Chicago for the amazing photos and the venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our July 2023 Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Heather Mae (The Drop Comedy Club) 

Melissa Duprey (Sexomedy)

Tammie Bernal (LOL San Antonio)

Amy Colon (Mikey O Show)

Victoria Vincent (JFL Unrepped)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY GETS SUMMER STARTED WITH A LAUGH

We kicked off #SummerTimeChi with an amazing crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our June 1st, 2023 show. We had a ton of loca laughs with a hilarious lineup of Chicagoland’s most chingona comedians!  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to the venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our June Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Jess Martinez (Holiday Party)

Isabel Amaya (Lincoln Lodge) 

Alecia Altstaetter (Hotties Only Milwaukee)

Jessi Realz (Ratas de Dos Patas)

Rachel Hall (Zanies)

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY CELEBRATES CUATRO DE MAYO LOCA STYLE

We kicked off cuatro de Mayo with an amazing crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our May 4th, 2023 show. We had a ton of loca laughs with a hilarious lineup of Chicagoland’s most chingona comedians!  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to our photographer ANF Chicago and our venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

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Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Remy Guzman (Zanies) 

Laura Hugg (Lincoln Lodge)

Alicia Molina (Mikey O Show)

KB Marion (Comedy Vault)

Jesnaira Baez (Laugh Factory)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY KICKS OFF SPRING WITH ALL THE JAJAJAS

We kicked off Spring (or more like 40 degrees one day, 70 the next) with an extra loca crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our April 6th show. We had a ton of loca laughs with a hilarious lineup of Chicagoland’s most chingona comedians!  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to our photographer ANF Chicago and our venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our April Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Joz Sida (La Cabrona Comedy 

Christine Ferrera (Lincoln Lodge)

Bren Vila (Mexico City)

Monica Andrade (Laugh Factory)

Erica Switzer (Still not Fridays)

Soli Santos (Zanies)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY CELEBRATES CHINGONA HISTORY MONTH

Did you miss it? We had an extra loca crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago for our March 2nd show. We celebrated the start of Women’s History Month with a hilarious lineup of Chicagoland’s most chingona comedians!  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to our photographer ANF Chicago and our venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our March Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Christina Gutierrez (Latina Comedy Festival)

Katie Kincaid (Lincoln Lodge)

Lyssa Laird (The Den Theater)

Audrey Jonas (Second City)

Patti Vasquez (Zanies, Bob & Tom Show)

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LAS LOCAS COMEDY CELEBRATES 6 YEARS OF LOCANESS

I really hope you were there! We always have a great time at Chingona Comedy Hour but our February show which was our 6 Year anniversary was amazingly loca! We had a hot crowd at Laugh Factory Chicago with a hilarious lineup of our All-star chingona comedians!  Thank you for coming and spreading the word!

Keep supporting Latina/o/x voices and diverse voices in comedy!  Keep supporting women/femme voices in comedy! Invite a friend to the next show and please leave us a 5 star review!

A special shoutout and thank you to our photographer ANF Chicago and our venue and staff at Laugh Factory Chicago. Support local comedy!

Follow our February 6 Year Anniversary Chingona Comedy Hour Show Comedians on Instagram!

Your Locas (in order of performance):

Janice  Rodriguez (Las Locas Comedy)

Hilary Jimenez (Latin XL)

Jesnaira Baez (Mikey O Show)

Jess Martinez (Holiday Party)

Nana Rodriguez (Good Vibes Comedy)

Irma Ruiz (Mind Twist Comedy)

Deanna Ortiz (Lincoln Lodge)

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