Best of the Store XL - Drew Lynch, Amir K, Lara Beitz, Jeremiah Watkins, Kelly Ryan, Dustin Ybarra +more!

Amir K has been entertaining audiences for 10 years, performing live across the U.S. and on Television.nnHis fun, unique approach to storytelling brings audiences together through his improvisational talent, characters and charisma. Born in Iran and raised in Southern California, Amir offers a unique point of view shaped by his multi-cultural upbringing.nnAmir currently stars in the primetime CW reboot of MADtv and has been seen on Adam Devine’s House Party on Comedy Central, Comedy Knock Out on True TV, NBC’s Last Comic Standing and MTV’s Jerks with Cameras. Amir is best known for his stand-up comedy, but is also an accomplished actor. He won a SAG award for his role in the Oscar winning film Argo and recently starred in The FOX feature film The Pyramid opposite Denis O’Hare and Ashley Grace.nnAmir can be seen live headlining comedy clubs and theaters all over the U.S. as well as internationally.

Upon discovering stand-up comedy, Lara Beitz proved to be a natural, winning Milwaukee's Funniest Comic in 2012. Earlier this year, she made her national TV debut on Fox's Laughs. She has performed at every comedy club in Chicago, is a regular at The Comedy Bar, and has performed sketch comedy with world famous The Second City. She has participated in SketchFest, The Milwaukee Comedy Festival, the Memphis Comedy Festival, and The Chicago Women's Funny Festival, and will be featured in the Laughing Devil Comedy Festival in New York City this May and Midwest Fest in June. Lara is also a producer of Stand Up Stand Up and her stand-up is featured on RooftopComedy.com, Pandora, Spotify, and Amazon.

Meet the funniest topical comedian in America, the man Robin Williams once called “the Will Rogers of the Baby Boom.” Argus Hamilton’s daily column of jokes on the news, now carried in over 100 newspapers across the United States, is also read and heard by millions on the Internet and on radio stations across the country. Argus James Hamilton III is the son, grandson and great-grandson of Methodist ministers in the South. A proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma and now based in Los Angeles, Argus brings an unusual perspective to the news from Washington and around the country. “I’m an English Monarchist and a Southern secessionist,” Argus says. “Let’s see Rush Limbaugh get to the right of that.” Argus performs at corporate, political and charity events around the country. He is regularly quoted by daily newspapers including The San Francisco Chronicle and the Los Angeles Times, by weekly business papers including the Orange County Business Journal, by Time magazine and by radio personalities including Paul Harvey. Argus was honored by Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry as the official comedian of the Oklahoma Centennial and appeared with the governor in the 2007 Tournament of Roses Parade.

Eleanor J. Kerrigan is a standout name in the world of stand-up comedy, renowned for her sharp wit, relatable humor, and a remarkable ability to turn everyday observations into comedic gold. Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Eleanor's early life was filled with the bustling energy and unique characters of the city, elements that would later become central to her comedic style. Growing up in a large, spirited family, she learned the art of storytelling and humor as a way of life, which laid the foundation for her future career. Eleanor's journey into comedy was as unconventional as it was destined. Initially pursuing a career as a professional wrestler, she honed her skills in performance and showmanship, a background that proved invaluable on the comedy stage. However, it was her time at the world-famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles that truly shaped her path. Starting as a waitress, she was immersed in an environment surrounded by comedy legends, absorbing the nuances of comedic timing and delivery that would later define her own performances.nnHer leap from the periphery to the spotlight came under the mentorship of the legendary Andrew Dice Clay. Encouraged by Clay, Eleanor took to the stage, rapidly evolving from a novice to a formidable comedic presence. Her style, characterized by a blend of sharp-tongued humor and genuine storytelling, resonated with audiences. She adeptly navigates topics ranging from her colorful family dynamics to the quirks of everyday life, all delivered with her signature Philadelphia flair.nnEleanor's rise in the comedy world has been marked by appearances on numerous shows and podcasts, showcasing her versatility and range as a comedian. Her ability to connect with audiences, whether through a microphone on stage or across digital platforms, has earned her a dedicated following. Her comedy transcends mere laughter; it's a reflection of life's absurdities, told through the lens of someone who's lived it all with a smile and a punchline.nnOffstage, Eleanor's passion for comedy translates into mentoring aspiring comedians, much like she was guided in her early days. Her journey from a waitress in a comedy club to a celebrated stand-up comedian is not just a testament to her talent but also to her resilience and the power of humor in shaping life's narrative.

Comedian, producer, podcaster, future Bond girl. My Ding Dong Show is the longest running show in the history of The Comedy Store. As seen in Windy City Heat and Showtime's Comedy Store Documentary.

Rick Ingraham, originally from Kansas, has been a stand-up comedian and actor for over 20 years. Onstage, he specializes in crowd work and insult comedy. nnHe can be seen performing several nights a week at the Comedy Store and other Hollywood clubs and also co-hosts the Comedy Store podcast. Early in his career, Rick toured with Pauly Shore and Andrew Dice Clay. nnRick is also a commercial actor and has appeared in many national campaigns.