Performatist
    Comedy

    Marina Franklin, Leonard Ouzts, Mehran Khaghani, Tom Cassidy, James Pontillo

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    Saturday, September 19, 2026

    6:15 PM

    New York Comedy Club - Upper West Side

    192 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023

    Scheduled

    About This Event

    Marina Franklin, Leonard Ouzts, Mehran Khaghani, Tom Cassidy and James Pontillo perform at New York Comedy Club – Upper West Side. Franklin appears regularly at the Comedy Cellar and The Stand and has worked with Ophira Eisenberg, Greer Barnes and Jon Laster. Khaghani brings a Boston-raised, producer-comic perspective and Pontillo is noted for pragmatic timing and clear setups; Ouzts and Cassidy contribute festival and club experience.

    About the Artists

    Marina Franklin

    Marina Franklin

    Marina Franklin is a vibrant presence in the New York City comedy scene, captivating audiences with her sharp wit and relatable humor. Known for her dynamic performances at iconic venues like the Comedy Cellar and The Stand NYC, Marina brings a unique blend of insight and hilarity to every stage she graces.

    Leonard Ouzts

    Leonard Ouzts is an American stand-up comedian known for his performances in various comedy venues and festivals.

    Mehran Khaghani

    Mehran Khaghani

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    Mehran Khaghani is a British-American stand-up comic, comedic director, and event producer of Iranian descent, raised in Boston’s comedy ecosystem. A longtime club performer, he has been recognized by local press and reader polls for his work on Boston stages.

    Tom Cassidy

    Tom Cassidy is a stand-up comedian known for his performances in various comedy venues, including the New York Comedy Club.

    James Pontillo

    James Pontillo is a New York–based stand-up comic who appears at New York Comedy Club – Midtown. He works in multi-comic lineups alongside performers such as Elle Orlando, Eric Neumann, Reg Thomas, and Ian Hunt, drawing on the shared rhythm of club bills.