LUCA CUPANI - Happy Orphan - English Comedy

LUCA CUPANI 🇮🇹🇬🇧

Luca is an award-winning comedian based in London, whose comedic persona is a delightful fusion of British wit and Italian warmth. His dual citizenship is an integral part of his style and quirky dry wit, setting him apart as a true standout in the comedy scene.  Luca performed at the renowned Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal and at the Seattle and San Francisco comedy competitions, where he secured second place in 2023. Luca has also participated in seven Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, and his latest solo show, "Happy Orphan," has received many 4-star reviews.  His performances have taken him across Europe, including the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark, and more, as well as Dubai. In Italy, he showcased his talent on the legendary Zelig TV show.  Awards: San Francisco International Comedy Competition 2023 (Second Place) So You Think You’re Funny? (Winner) Gong Show at the London Comedy Store (Winner)  TV/Radio Appearances: Rai 5 and Amazon Prime Video - Italy ("Italian Stand Up" - episode 3) Comedians Vs. News, The Arts Hour, and The Arts Hour International Comedy Show, all courtesy of the BBC World Service.

BENGT WASHBURN 🇺🇸🇩🇪

Bengt has been a touring standup comedian for longer than he wants to admit (27 years). He is a winner of the prestigious San Francisco International Comedy Competition and has appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Fergusen, Live at Gotham on Comedy Central, and the Late Show with Conan O’Brien.

He was invited to perform at the Vancouver International Comedy Festival, The Boston Comedy Festival, the Aspen Laff Festival, and Gilda’s Laugh Fest in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bengt has been heard on NPR, PRI, Bob and Tom, and many other radio programs across the US and Canada. All three of his comedy CDs can be heard playing on XM Sirius radio. He has two comedy specials playing on DryBar Comedy.