DNA Presents Live Comedy Show

Bay Area comedians Kaseem Bentley and Joe Klocek come together for a night of Crowd Work laughter hosted by opener Paulie Escobedo. Friday, November 6th – 8:00 PM – SMALL THEATER DNA Presents Comedy on First Fridays: An Evening with Master Crowd Work Comics Kaseem Bentley and Joe Klocek Local comedy legend DNA returns to The 418 with a 90-minute show featuring two top-tier San Francisco comics: Kaseem Bentley and Joe Klocek will each perform individually before teaming up for a spectacular, interactive conclusion, with opening act and host Paulie Escobedo. And keep an eye out for monthly Comedy Nights Presented by DNA on First Fridays at the 418 -- this is just the first of many! Many people who watch comedy on their phones, or reels in their spare time, often see comics doing "crowd work." It's become a necessary part of stand-up comedy because content is king on the internet. But what about the original crowd work comics—the ones who were the best of the best? Tonight you will meet two of those original masters. Be aware: this show is fluid; nothing is predetermined. These comics are more like magicians, taking the personalities of strangers and building a sense of community. This show is about feeling good about ourselves, laughing with each other and finding common humanity. And, please, no heckling. Bios: Kaseem Bentley's no-holds-barred style commands your attention with his brilliance, wit and compassion. Currently, he doesn't have an agent, manager, or a million Twitter followers, but keep an eye on Kaseem, he's a star. Kaseem has appeared on Viceland, NBC SeeSo, KQED, and Rooftop Comedy, and was named one of SF Weekly's Comics To Watch. Joe Klocek is a square peg in a round hole sort of guy. He was raised a Midwesterner, so he has manners, but having lived in SF for 20 years, he thinks he’s better than you. Joe excels at two things: telling stories & talking to the crowd. A favorite headliner at the SF Punch Line and throughout the Bay Area. and your host / opening act: Paulie Escobedo has been giving cardiac care to the Santa Cruz comedy scene since 2023. He currently runs multiple rooms including the longest running free weekly comedy show in California: The Blue Lagoonies at The Blue Lagoon on Tuesdays at 7:45pm as well as shows around the county. Paulie is a single dad working his way through the dating world by hanging out in dive bars every night. IG @pauliejohn408 @bluelagoonies Ticket Price: $20 advance / $25 at the door. Doors at 7:30 PM. Show at 8:00 PM at The 418 Project, 155 South River Street, downtown Santa Cruz at the Dragons Gate. Safety protocols will be in compliance with local guidelines at the time of showing.