12 Top Female Comedians Available For Your Event in 2024!
Welcome to our guide on booking the top female comedians for your event, where laughter takes center stage! Whether you’re planning a comedy show, corporate event, or any occasion that could use a dose of humor, hiring female comedians is a fantastic way to create an unforgettable experience.
In this guide, we’ll introduce you to some of the funniest female comedians in the industry. Get ready to make your audience laugh out loud as we explore the talents of these incredible women.
Empower Your Laughter: Spotlight on the Funniest Female Comedians Today!
Check out the list of funny women below that are available to hire for your next event. We also have access to famous female comedians such as Ali Wong (Netflix specials “Baby Cobra & Hard Knock Wife”), Nicole Byer BBW Big Beautiful Weirdo, Fortune Feimster, Taylor Tomlinson (check out her Quarter Life Crisis Netflix special), Tiffany Haddish, Tig Notaro, and Leslie Jones (“Time Machine”).
Some of the other talented female comedians available are Whitney Cummings, Chelsea Peretti, Rhetta (Parks and Recreation), Sarah Silverman, Samantha Bee, Wanda Sykes, Iliza Shlesinger, Hannah Gadsby, Kristen Wiig, Kate Mckinnon, Amy Schumer (lead actress in Trainwreck), Jenny Slate (Netflix Comedy Stage Fright, Marcell the Shell with Shoes) and countless others who write and star in their own stand up specials.
Top Female Comedians Perfect For Any Event!
1) CORY KAHANEY
Cory Kahaney has standup comedy on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and David Letterman. Other television appearances include CONAN, This Week at the Comedy Cellar, The View, and The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson.
2) JESSI CAMPBELL
Jessi Campbell is likeable, smart, witty, and most of all….Hilarious! She was featured on NBC’s Last Comic Standing and her Dry Bar Comedy standup special “The Sharpest Knife on the Porch” can be seen on Amazon Prime, Facebook, Youtube, etc.
3) ANGEL GAINES
Angel Gaines’ comedy talents reach far beyond performing standup, she uses her talents as an amazing sitcom warm-up! Angel was delighted to be chosen to hype and guide the live studio audience for Disney’s Hit Show, Raven’s Home!
4) CHASE O’DONNELL
Chase O’Donnell is an LA-based comedian, actress, and writer. She currently features for Christina P. across the US. Her two-person comedy show ‘Too Blondes’ won the Broadway World Award and received praise in the New York Times. Chase has recently performed live on the very popular internet stand-up comedy series “Don’t Tell Comedy” and her most recent comedy special “People Pleaser” is hysterically brilliant.
5) GINA BRILLON
Gina is the first (and only) Latina winner of awards including of NBC’s 2012 Stand up for Diversity Showcase. She is also an accomplished singer, published writer, and poet. Her pieces have appeared in the New York Post and Daily News among others. In 2021 Gina became a finalist on season 16 of NBC’s America’s Got Talent! Hire this amazing writer producer and television host for your next event today!
6) JASMINE ELLIS
Jasmine Ellis has performed in comedy clubs, colleges, cruise ships, corporate events, and good old-fashioned dive bars across her native Texas. In 2017 she landed a coveted spot on the 3rd season of PBS Documentary-series “Stand Up Empire” which profiles Austin’s top up-and-coming comedians and recently taped a comedy special for Dry Bar Comedy.
7) MEGHAN HANLEY
Meghan Hanley fresh off her feature in Forbes Magazine, is a Brooklyn-based, nationally touring stand-up comedian, who has appeared on AXSTV’s “Gotham Comedy Live,” The MSG Network, DreamsTV, Fox’s “Laughs” and “Red Eye.” In November 2021, she filmed a “Dry Bar Comedy Special,” that was released in 2022, along with her debut album, “This Happy,” produced by 800 Pound Gorilla.
8) JENNY ZIGRINO
With the sweetness of the Midwest and the iron balls of the East Coast, Jenny Zigrino is an American comedian actress that packs a punch of truly original humor. She’s charmed audiences across the country with her wit, keen observations, embarrassing anecdotes, and brilliant honesty for a compelling performance you can’t ignore.
9) KELLY MACFARLAND
Most recently, Kelly was part of the Top 100 Comedians of Last Comic Standing Season 9, appeared on AXS Gotham Comedy LIVE, and Comedy Central, and won first in the professional category of the Ladies of Laughter 2016 competition. Kelly is also an accomplished improviser, musical improviser, and comedic actress. She has performed with Fred Willard, Laura Hall from Whose Line is it Anyway? and has been a resident cast member of the ImprovBoston National Touring Company since 2014.
Kelly is a contributor to the Audible series, Sounds Like America and is currently writing a collection of short stories based on her stand-up and her life. Kelly is the creator and co-host of podcast called The Fraidy Cat, sharing real life ghost stories and all things that go bump in the night. She has released two albums, Bombshell and You Woke Up Today, both available on iTunes and Amazon.
10) KRISTIN KEY
Musical Comedy for All Ages. She has been seen on NBC’s “Bring the Funny”, “Last Comic Standing”, the Dry Bar Comedy special “Kristin Key: Crafty”, Comics Unleashed, VH- 1’s 100 Greatest Series, The Bob and Tom show and she is played regularly on Sirius and XM Satellite Radio. She currently hosts the comedy podcast “Kristin Knows Blank” and hosts two weekly web series “Mad Mondays” and “Friday Live at 5” which can be viewed on her social media.
11) MICHELLE MILLER-McNAIR
Michelle is a regular at some of the best comedy clubs in the country and her versatile show has delighted crowds at fundraisers, corporate parties, and churches. She is a regular performer at the Laugh All Night Comedy Concerts and is a national speaker for At The Well Ministries.
12) TARA BROWN
Tara Brown performs clean and family-friendly comedy across the country. Tara can be seen on the 2nd season of the television show “Stand Up Nashville” on the Circle Network; and her Dry Bar Comedy special is available on both www.drybarcomedy.com and the Dry Bar Comedy+ app.
Women in Comedy: Booking the Best in Female Comic Entertainment
Booking female comedians for your event is a surefire way to create a memorable and laughter-filled experience for your audience. From Female comedians with stand-up specials on Netflix, to female comics who have been on Saturday Night Live, Summit Comedy, Inc. can provide the best available talent for your next event.
Why book through Summit Comedy, Inc.?
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Leading Ladies of Laughter: Hire Female Comedians with Flair
In the ever-evolving landscape of the comedy world, female comedians have risen to prominence, proving their mettle in a domain historically dominated by men. From stand-up stages, sketch comedy, to television screens, these trailblazing women have redefined humor, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. In the tradition of groundbreaking comedians like Joan Rivers and Lucille Ball, contemporary female comics are fearlessly taking on the challenges and breaking barriers. The Chris Rock Show, a pivotal platform in the late ’90s, showcased diverse comedic talents, and today’s female comedians continue to build on that legacy.
The Daily Show, a satirical news program known for its sharp wit, has seen the rise of brilliant women like Michelle Wolf, whose fearless commentary and sharp observational humor have left audiences in stitches. Late-night television has also witnessed a seismic shift with female comedians like Amber Ruffin, who brings her unique brand of humor to A Little Late with Lilly Singh, and Michelle Buteau (Happiest Season), a dynamic force whose charisma has lit up late-night stages, including Late Night with Seth Meyers.
Streaming platforms have become a new frontier for comedy, and female comedians are seizing the opportunity to shine. Tiffany Haddish, a breakout star, has not only conquered the silver screen with her roles in films like Girls Trip but has also made her mark in the world of stand-up. Her series, Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready, serves as a platform for rising comedians, allowing fresh voices to be heard in an industry that has often been exclusive.
Animated series like Big Mouth have also provided a canvas for female comedians to explore unfiltered and boundary-pushing humor. These women are not just breaking the glass ceiling; they’re shattering it, proving that comedy knows no gender. With each punchline, they challenge stereotypes, redefine expectations, and continue to pave the way for future generations of hilarious and trailblazing women in the comedy world.
Female comedians have significantly impacted the comedy scene, with trailblazers like Tig Notaro and Margaret Cho leading the charge. Tig Notaro, known for her unique deadpan delivery, gained widespread acclaim with her special Tig Notaro: Boyish Girl Interrupted. Not only did she perform in this special, but she also wrote and starred in it, showcasing her multifaceted talent. Similarly, Margaret Cho has been a force in comedy, often addressing important social issues with sharp wit. These women have paved the way for others, with Tig Notaro even being recognized as a leading actress in a comedy series, further solidifying her place in comedy history.
“Summit Comedy has been our go-to for hiring female comedians at our college events. Their selection of talented, professional, and hilarious women comedians has consistently impressed our students and staff. Each performance brings a unique blend of wit, humor, and relatability that resonates with our diverse campus community. Summit Comedy’s commitment to quality and diversity makes them the perfect partner for our entertainment needs. We couldn’t be happier with the exceptional service and unforgettable laughs they provide. Highly recommended for any campus looking to elevate their comedy events!”