COMEDY SPOTLIGHT
MIKE WASHINGTON
When Mike Washington takes the stage, his unique brand of storytelling humor leaves audiences exhausted from laughter.A native of Washington, DC, Mike Washington has been making people laugh since grade school. His technique is original and his ability to take everyday events like friends and family situations, marriage, child rearing, animals, and music; then turn them into side-splitting humor, is the mark of a gifted and “rare” professional. Mike is able to find a funny side to just about anything.Mike Washington is a unique comic that takes full charge of his audience. His quick-wit captivates his listeners and prompts full attention to his performances. Mike is an amusing entertainer who transports his audiences to various dimensions of comedy throughout his show. Mike was the featured comedian for the Marvin Sapp and James Fortune show held at the National Church of God on July 23, 2010. He was in the December 2009 issue of the popular magazine Sister-2-Sister. This issue speaks about “The Gospel Godmother of Gospel Music” Vicki Mack Lataillade and her new television variety show “Soulaughable.” The comedy hour is hosted by funnyman Flex Alexander and Mike is a featured comedian. Mike has toured all over the country with “The Incomparable” Sheryl Underwood for years in clubs such as The IMPROV. He also has toured with other accomplished comedians such as Steve Harvey Dave Chappelle, and Marcus Wiley in major venues.His TV credits include his performances on “ Soulaughable” featured on The Word Network., “ShowTime at the Apollo” and “BET Comic View”. Mike Washington has been invited to entertain at prestigious affairs such as the “BET 15th Anniversary Show”, “Comic Relief”, various churches, military installations, and at a host of major colleges and universities.Mike Washington currently resides in the Washington, DC area with his wife, daughter and son. He is definitely an entertainer that you must experience.
RYHEEM JOHNSON
Ryheem Johnson is a native of the Eastern Shore of VA where he was raised by his grandparents. He went to college in Wilmington DE at Goldey Beacom College where he studied Accounting and received his MBA as well. After working full time as an accountant for 2 years, he quit his job to pursue his dreams in the entertainment industry. He’s been published in local and national magazines such as Caramella, R.A.R.E, and HUF. Additionally, he’s graced a several runways as a fashion and fitness model. He even proposed to his wife, Breonna, on stage during New York Fashion Week. His acting career has been just as accomplishing as a feature on TV shows like For My Man, Copy Cat Killerz, a host of short stories, indie films, commercials including Geico, and demos. Although those were great, they all sit in a shadow of his performance in a video that is featured in the National Museum of African American History and Culture. After becoming a DMV native, a fellow actor convinced him to try doing some stand-up at an open mic. He went, did 7 mins, and has been hooked ever since! Now he practices all his new material with his new son Kaleb. He’s a clean faith-based comedian that’s about to bring a lot of energy to stage near you. Email cleancomedianrj@gmail.com for booking