Center for the Arts: Grass Valley

The 49th San Francisco Comedy Competition comes to the Center for the Arts with host Ngaio Bealum. The Top Ten comics each offering their best 10 minutes to compete for just five chances to advance to the Finals.

Performers

Your Host: Ngaio Bealum

Ngaio Bealum is hella funny. This California native has traveled the world, bringing hilarity and good vibes everywhere he goes. His wickedly funny stories and quick sharp wit have earned him a five star rating on Ticketmaster and he is currently the cannabis expert on the new Netflix hit show, “Cooking on High”.
He has performed in bars, nightclubs, comedy clubs, theaters and festivals from The Bay Area to Berlin. He is a regular guest on all of Doug Benson’s podcasts and has worked with Dave Chappelle, Brian Posehn, and countless other comedians over the course of the more than two decades as a professional touring comedian. He can be found on Instagram at @ngaio420.

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About The Competition

The San Francisco Comedy Competition is one of the most prestigious comedy events in North America, launching the careers of notable comedians such as Patton Oswalt, Robin Williams, and Ellen DeGeneres. It’s a hilarious evening, where you will see the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune. Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete, but only 32 are chosen.