On this episode of The Future of Comedy Show we make our return to VFW Post 5738 in Clare w/nationally touring headliner Mike Ball + FOCS regulars Steve Kaz, Chuck Bates, Eric Wielinski and Nicole Melnyk. Please remember doors are at 7pm and show begins at 8pm.
Mike Ball- A nationally touring headliner and producer of the award winning comedy series “The Future of Comedy Show” with over 650 shows produced. The shows have been featured at The Chicago Laugh Factory, San Diego Comedy Palace and multiple venues through out the Midwest. Winning Best Event in Midland by the Midland Daily News.
Mike has also performed at the World Famous Comedy Store, been featured on The Nashville Zanies All Stars Show, performed at Michigan International Speedway during Nascar weekend, and was featured on the #1 show in Vegas “The Dirty at 12:30”. He has had the honor to open for comedy legend Ralphie May, Dave Landau, and Molly Kearney from SNL. With over a decade of experience he keeps his act fresh with his in the moment observation, crowd work and guitar improv. No two shows are ever the same.
Steve Kaz- Aggressively hilarious, charmingly cheeky, and undeniably talented, Steve Kaz is a young comedian who’s been performing around the Midwest since he was 18. He was the Detroit Roast battle winner of 2021 and has performed all across the country on stages like The Comic Strip, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, and The Denver Improv. Steve’s high-energy comedic style will be sure to leave you rolling in your seat.
Chuck Bates As Future of Comedy Show Regular, Chuck has toured the country. He started show business as a rapper but found his niche on the comedy stage. Chuck has been featured in 2 films which can be watched on Tubi.
Nicole Melynk was voted Best Comedian in Lansing twice and is one of the hosts of Make It Spicy in Grand Rapids. With inimitable comedic style Nicole has performed all over Michigan including (but not limited to) The Independent Comedy Club in Hamtramck, Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle in Detroit and One Night Stans in Waterford! Performing as well as in Ohio and Chicago! Follow her on tiktok where she has over 20k likes.
Eric Wielinski-With a mix of storytelling and unique observations of everyday life, Eric has a broad comedy style that is entertaining for adults of any age. Eric has performed at The Laugh Factory in Chicago, The State Theater in Bay City, Michigan, and in various bars, banquet halls, and ballrooms up and down Michigan and in cities across America including New York, New Orleans, and Philadelphia. His high energy is infectious and guaranteed to leave you wanting more!