CAC would like to thank each of the performers below for their generous donation of time and talent.

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Steve Burr, creator and host of "Comics Against Cancer" got his start in stand-up comedy by 

placing third in the 1994 "Funniest Person in Rochester Contest".  He has since gone on to 

become a favorite at comedy clubs and college campuses across the United States and 

Canada and also makes regular trips overseas to entertain US troops stationed in places like 

Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan and Japan.  In addition to his stand-up career, Steve is the host of 

his own iTunes podcast show, "3 Things You Never Talk About" and has traveled the country 

as the face of the webisode series, "Odd America".  He truly is a comedy must see!

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March 28, 2011 at the Geva Theatre Center in Rochester, NY

Tammy Pescatelli catapulted to national fame by beating out thousands for the enviable 

spot as part of the final five on season two of NBC's "Last Comic Standing", solidifying her as 

one of the sharpest woman in the comedy world.  She has appeared twice on "The Tonight 

Show with Jay Leno", been seen on "Comics Unleashed" and is currently starring in her own 

reality series on WE tv, "A Stand-up Mother".  Tammy's comedy comes from her marriage, 

giving birth to a boisterous baby boy and growing up in a family with all brothers.  When 

people ask her “where do you get your material?”, she famously replies, “I wake up!”

Pete Lee made his national television debut on Comedy Central's "Premium Blend".  He then 

went on to be one of the top performers at the prestigious "Just For Laughs Festival" in  

Montreal, Canada, make numerous appearances on the nationally syndicated radio program, 

"The Bob & Tom Show", tape his own "Comedy Central Presents" special AND play a doctor 

on the CBS daytime drama "As the World Turns".  His growing popularity also recently placed 

him 12th out of the top 100 comedians in Comedy Central's annual "Standup Showdown" 

competition.  If you haven't heard of Pete yet you will, and be prepared to tell other people!

Greg Warren, most recently seen on "Comedy Central Presents", "The Late Late Show with 

Craig Ferguson" and "Last Comic Standing", has been building a strong fan base around the 

country with an act inspired by stories from his Midwestern upbringing.  His CD, “One Star 

Wonder”, released on Comedy Central Records in 2009, hit the ground running as one of 

iTunes top comedy albums that year and he is one of the of the most requested comics at 

comedy clubs throughout the country.  With Greg’s colorful perspective and amazing 

characters, he is destined to be a favorite of stand-up fans everywhere!

Mark Gross is one of stand-up comedy's most polished, well-written comedians.  With 

multiple appearances on "The Tonight show with Jay Leno" as well as being seen on "Comics 

Unleashed", Comedy Central's "Premium Blend" and NBC's "Late Friday" he is easily one of 

the most respected performers in the business today.  Mark is currently a writer/producer for 

the CBS sitcom, "Mike and Molly" and has also filled the same role on past network hits like 

"Gary Unmarried" and "Rodney".  If you can only do one thing before you die, see the Grand 

Canyon, but if you have time for two, don't miss Mark Gross!

Tom Cotter has a rapid-fire style of comedy that leaves audiences clutching their sides and 

rolling in the aisles.  In the past year alone he has taped his very own "Comedy Central 

Presents" special, was voted "Best Stand-Up" at the Boston and Las Vegas Comedy Festivals, 

made his first appearance on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" AND landed his own series 

on the Woman's Entertainment Network called "Two Funny".  Tom has also performed at 

over 300 colleges and won the Seattle International Comedy Competition by the largest 

margin of victory in the history of the event.  Needless to say, his star is rising quickly, catch it!

TL Johnson charms audiences with a down-home southern accent that is not only one of the 

most impersonated voices in comedy, but delivers material nothing short of brilliant, leaving 

audiences everywhere falling out of their chairs laughing.  He is one of the most requested 

comics on Sirius/XM radio, tours comedy clubs internationally and his "Nursery Rhymes From 

The Hood" bit as well as his re-worded versions of some of music's best know songs are both 

on their way to becoming stand-up classics.  If you want to want to leave a show knowing 

you made the best choice possible for your night out, this is the performer for you!  

Jamie Lissow launched his impressive career with a stand-out performance at the 2001 

"Just For Laughs Festival" in Montreal, Canada.  From there he went on to receive mention in 

Variety Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter and has appeared on just about every TV 

show a comic can, from "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" to "Comedy Central Presents".  

Jamie can also be heard every weekday on one of Rochester, NY's top morning radio 

programs, "The Wease Show".  He has been called, "The best writer since Seinfeld" and 

"Adam Sandler without the guitar."  This is one comic you do not want to miss!

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June 23, 2009 at the Somerville Theatre Center in Boston, MA

Tom Simmons is genuinely smart and outrageously funny all at the same.  He has made 

appearances on Comedy Central's "Live at Gotham" and the nationally syndicated radio 

program, "The Bob & Tom Show", is a 2-time finalist at The Boston Comedy Festival and in 

2009 won the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, an event where talents like 

Robin Williams and Ellen DeGeneres rose to fame.  Tom continuously works to improve his 

show and is not shy in admitting “my best joke has yet to be written”, though most audiences 

find that hard to believe after his non-stop torture of their funny muscles.

April Macie grew up in Easton, PA and uses her irreverent brand of overtly sexual humor in 

an attempt to break down double-standards and lend her voice to sexually dissatisfied women 

everywhere.  She has been seen on NBC's "Last Comic Standing" and E! Entertainment's "Talk 

Soup", was voted "The Funniest and Hottest Comedian in America" on "The Howard Stern 

Show", has traveled to 23 different countries entertaining US troops and is also featured in 

the documentary film, "I Am Comic".  For April, comedy isn't a career, comedy isn't even a 

choice.  Comedy is a calling!

Keith Alberstadt grew up the son of a Vanderbilt professor and a craft artist. The result...a 

very clever comic with sharp perception, unmatched creativity, and a treasure trove of unique 

material.  He has been seen on "The Late Show with David Letterman", written jokes for SNL's "Weekend Update" and "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and is the creator of "The Stadt Sheet", featured regularly on Hollywood Outlaw Radio.  With an incredibly likable personality and down-to-earth charm, Keith shares his witty insight on everything, all the while doing it with a mischievous smile that quickly becomes infectious.

James Johann began his standup career in Kansas City, MO and his self-deprecating sense 

of humor and high-energy style all come together to create a unique onstage persona.  In 

2003 he was part of the "Paying for the New Trailer" tour starring Jeff Foxworthy and Larry 

The Cable Guy and has also appeared on "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson", Comedy 

Central's "Premium Blend", CMT's "Comedy Stage" and is the creator of the incredibly popular 

"Rural Genius" advice segment heard on radio stations across the country.  James' comedy 

provides a truthful and hilarious reflection of life...as he sees it anyway.

Christina Pazsitzky is a Los Angeles native and a regular round table guest and writer on 

the E! show “Chelsea Lately”.  A long-time veteran of television, she had hosted the FX series 

"Hitchiker Chronicles", was a cast member on MTV’s ”Road Rules Australia” and is a featured 

comedian on Animal Planet’s “The A List”.  She also tours clubs around the country and has 

entertained the troops in the Middle East, Africa and South Korea.  Before becoming a

comedian, Christina studied Philosophy at Oxford University and attended law school for two

entire weeks.  Dropping out of college may just have been the best decision she ever made! 

Jon Fisch gained national recognition and a legion of new fans with his appearance on "Last 

Comic Standing" season four, where he was the New York City Capital One Audience Favorite.

He has also been seen on Comedy Central’s "Premium Blend", was invited to perform at the

HBO "Comedy Arts Festival" in Aspen, CO and the TBS "Just For Laughs Festival" in Chicago, 

IL and is the host of the widely popular podcast series, "In the Tank with Jon Fisch".  A prolific

monologist with universal appeal who focuses on the idiosyncrasies of city living make him

one of comedy's very best!

Moody McCarthy is no longer a well-kept secret after appearances "Jimmy Kimmel Live", 

"Last Comic Standing" and the re-vamped "Star Search".  With sharp, versatile material and an old-school ethic he has performed all over America and Asia and left audiences shouting 

"bravo!", not "we got ripped!".  Beginning his career in his hometown of Syracuse, NY, Moody 

now makes his home in New York City and is a regular at the top clubs there.  Weaving sly 

topical jokes with crafty material and a dash of crowd-work, his likeability shines in any 

setting.  Moody McCarthy...few people hate him!