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Artist
Evan Lionel
8+ albums
stand-upcomedyAllstand up comedystand-up comedy
about
Raised on the South Side of Chicago in a single-parent family, Evan Lionel transcended his circumstances, leveraged his comedic genius and graduated from Columbia’s esteemed Theater Program. Rapidly establishing himself as a formidable stage actor, Lionel soon received a Joseph Jefferson award for “Best Ensemble” in the play PILL HILL. His incredible work ethic allowed him to maintain a grueling regime of theater six nights a week, followed by late-night comedy performances. Lionel’s groundbreaking routine can be seen on Martin Lawrence’s hit show “First Amendment” on STARZ. He also makes a special guest appearance on Bill Bellamy’s popular show on TV One “Who’s Got Jokes”. His hard-hitting, self-produced, debut comedy DVD, “Too Real For Y’all”, is the result of touring, headlining and hosting comedy venues across the nation. It is currently in post-production and follows the success of his hit comedy CD of the same name on the Uproar Entertainment label. When it comes to charming audiences, this gifted entertainer has racked up a host of television and movie credits, and a series of both national and international comedy tours. With an exciting routine that is as inspiring as it is entertaining, Lionel’s comedic brilliance has been showcased on CBS’ Entertainment Tonight, BET’s ComicView, HBO Def Comedy Jam, as well as some of the most esteemed clubs in the country. These include The Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, The Improv and the Uptown Comedy Club. Other TV credi
