The Ultimate Stand-Up Comedy Bracket Show!
32 comedians enter. 1 champion emerges. Get ready for Richmond’s most electrifying stand-up showdown! ROFL Madness is a high-stakes, single-elimination comedy tournament where comedians battle it out in head-to-head matchups for the title, the cash prize, and ultimate bragging rights.
How It Works
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First Round (Part 1): 16 comedians, 4 minutes each
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First Round (Part 2): 16 comedians, 4 minutes each
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Second Round (The Silly 16): 16 comedians, 4 minutes each
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Third Round (The Hilarious 8): 8 comedians, 7 minutes each
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Final Round (The Funny Final 4): 4 comedians, 15 minutes each
Each round features head-to-head, single elimination matchups. The Final Round will be determined by audience ranking, from 1st to 4th place.
Judging & Voting
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Three judges will provide feedback after each performance.
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The audience votes to decide who advances to the next round.
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Ties will be broken by the judging panel.
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Finals: The audience ranks the final four comedians from 1st to 4th place to determine the winner.
Prizes
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Champion: $2,000 Grand Prize, a trophy, and a special feature/closer set at the Funny Bone.
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2nd Place: $500
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3rd Place: $250
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4th Place: $100
Ticket Information
All tickets available exclusively at The Funny Bone website.
Kade Wonders' comedy is equal parts flippant, clever, and mostly goofy. They're a regular host for Don't Tell Comedy Richmond, and has performed at the Richmond Funnybone, DC Improv, DC Comedy Loft, and Vermont Comedy Festival. They've opened for headliners including Michael Yo, Alex Hooper, Natasha Vaynblat, Mark Brady and more. @Kade_Wonders
Robin Henry is a stand up comedian from Harrisburg, PA. She specializes in comedic storytelling based on true life experiences. She has performed at the Church of Satire and the Harrisburg Comedy Zone and has been entertaining friends and colleagues for years with funny stories. She also performs Improv comedy at the Harrisburg Improv Theater for 4 Improv teams. When not performing, she enjoys traveling, entertaining, and finding opportunities to develop new material. @ComedianRobinHenry
Latino comedian based out of Richmond va. Most of my jokes are based upon Latino struggles, my height and just things that chaotically go on in my life. When I first started it was a rough journey but I’ve got pretty good at reading all types of crowds. @Abner_95hbk
Erica Dee is an up and coming comedian based in Richmond, VA. She brings "kwurky" black girl comedy front and center with her version of funny. Her humor ranges from unhinged thoughts to unusual observations around her life. She's performed in various showcases around Richmond including the "world famous" Coalition Theater's 2nd Best Fest. She’s also performed in Williamsburg VA’s premier Last Word comedy festival. @KwurkyGurlComedy
Brent Schreiber is a veteran comic from Virginia Beach who is a regular at all the major stages around Hampton Roads, Cozzy’s Comedy Club and the Push Comedy Theater. Also a regular on Virginia Beach and Richmond Don’t Tell Comedy shows. His jokes are sly and calm but his punchlines will hit you with a playful force. His material comes from real life observation as well as some wild out there looks on life. @VivaLabarba
From Prince George, Bryan Williams has been seen on various stages in and out of state including the Vulcan gas company and cap city in Austin Texas, The Portland Maine comedy festival, cozzys comedy club in Newport News, sandman comedy club in RVA and both funny one locations in rva and Va beach. He uses self deprecating humor and observations he makes to bring light to touchy subjects, sometimes including music with it. @Bryan_Williams_Comedy
Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia. Has relatable material is simply based on life experiences. @ComedianRome
Patrick Logan enjoys making fun of things we can all relate to. Goofy, naughty, and lighthearted. Three-peat winner of Richmond Funny Bone Clash of Comics in 2024. Champion of Comedy Smackdown Roast Battle 19 at the Virginia Beach Funny Bone. Patrick has been featured on Don't Tell Comedy, and worked with acts like Isabel Hagen, Trae Crowder, and Rocky Dale Davis. Most recently has been featured on North Carolina Comedy Festival. @PatrickLoganComedy
Randall is a graduate of the Funny Bone Comedy School. He has performed for Holiday Parties and competed in the Clash of the Comics at the Richmond Funny Bone.
"Wayne Sparks is a stand-up comedian from Richmond, VA who has been doing stand-up for 5+ years. His comedy draws from his life growing up in small Virginia towns and his experiences as an adult unpacking all the baggage that came with it. He has the ability to connect with audiences using storytelling and humor and has performed at comedy clubs and other venues in the Eastern Virginia area. @WayneSparksComedy
Brandon Moore has been performing in the Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia area for over a decade. Through his years of performing Brandon has opened for Faizon Love, Mark Curry, Jamie Kennedy, Chris Kattan, Marc Price, Kevin Farley & Carlos Mencia. In January 2017, Brandon started producing shows as one of the Co-Producers/Co-Founder of Broken Mic Comedy. He never fails in keeping the laughs coming and making the audience feel comfortable with his personal approach. @WeWantMoore Now
Cale is a recent transplant from Montana who combines Midwest charm and unabashed nerdiness into a hilarious package. He has performed across the country, winning over crowds with his takes on everything from dating to conspiracy theories. He is a two-time winner of the Funny Bone Clash of Comics and has featured in comedy festivals such as the Portland Maine Comedy Festival, the Last Best Comedy Fest, and the North Carolina Comedy Festival. @CaleMooreComedy
Anthony Ferrara is a now Richmond local, originally from Baltimore. He has consistently performed open mics throughout the city and booked on local shows. Known for his lighthearted comedy, Anthony entertains a young adult mindset on big, important topics. His IQ is untested, just like his cholesterol. @Anthony_Ferrara14
Hailing from South Alabama, my quick witted southern charm is sure to tickle all crowds. Based out of Richmond Virginia. I’ve been crowned champion of the Virginia Beach Roast Battle. I've worked with stars of comedy such as Dale Jones, Janet “The Tennessee Tramp” Williams and Jeff Allen. @JudMuffin17
Christian Balmer is a 25 year-old, DC-area comedian from Stafford Virginia. His jokes are mainly based around storytelling and daily observations as a biracial, gay man. Christian produces and cohosts the L&C Podcast in addition to co-producing Cheers Comedy events in DC. Follow him on Instagram @balmerb0y and check out his podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. @Balmerb0y
Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Remo Millz brings an infectious energy to the stage, captivating audiences with his sharp storytelling and raw take on real-life struggles. From the ups and downs of military life to the chaos of fatherhood to the hustle of odd jobs, Remo’s comedy is both relatable and relentlessly funny. With performances in comedy clubs across the country, Remo has shared the stage with heavy hitters like Tony Baker, Affion Crockett, Nate Jackson, and D.L. Hughley.
My name is Ricky Ricardo Jackson. I've been an emergency room technician for 20 years and have always had a great sense of humor. At work I use my funny skills to keep work moral up and to give the patients a patch Adams moment when appropriate. I've always wanted a way to change the world that's different from my job in the emergency room. I feel like comedy has that potential. I keep a clean act ( no cursing) bc I want to give something everyone can enjoy.
Amber Hendrix is a Richmond, Virginia-based comedian and producer. She frequently performs throughout the DMV area and is passed at the DC Improv. A contributor for Reductress and The Hard Times, Amber has opened for Dave Attell, Emily Catalano, Geoffrey Asmus, and Ginny Hogan, among others. @AmberHendrix
May have seen him at the Funny Bone and Don’t Tell Comedy, from Weems, Virginia, it's Billy Williamson. @Billy_Williamson_Comedy
Ant Perez is a stand up comedian from Hampton, Virginia. He’s opened for David Lucas, Luis J Gomez, and Hannibal Buress, and performed at some of the countries best comedy clubs including Zanies Nashville, Laughing Skull Atlanta, and The World Famous Comedy Store. @AntPerezComedy
Hailing from the vibrant streets of Richmond, VA, D-Lo is a fresh voice in comedy, blending sharp wit, Southern charm, and a knack for finding humor in the everyday chaos of life. @DLo_BFunny
In 2019, started comedy in Newport News, Virginia. I'm an energetic comic who likes to bring crackhead goblin to the stage as I just don't want to tell my jokes I want to be the joke I want to be the comic that people remember and stand out from the rest weither it be my mad energy, decent jokes, or big ass bird lookin nose, my main goal isn't just to make you laugh but to have fun while doing so. @TheBleedingSkull
Irina is an up-and-coming comic who loves to explore and express the stuff of life with a dry, but deeply appreciative, nod to life’s absurdities. Her muse is being too tired to pretend otherwise. Off mic, Irina also dabbles in parenting, lawyering, and reheating beverages. @TinkerRVA
Chris Porter is a rapidly rising comedian out of Fredericksburg, VA, but has spent his life up and down the east coast from Florida to West Virginia and the DMV! Chris has performed in, and won several standup comedy competitions including The Clash of The Comics at The Richmond Funny Bone and the Spring Comedy Competition at the Electric Palm. His comedy isn't just laughter; it's an experience and his laid-back, yet wild vibe is something you don't want to miss. @IAmAlsoChrisPorter
Heather has been doing standup since 2019 after moving back to Virginia from LA (Lower Alabama). She performs all over Virginia, DC, and Maryland in comedy clubs, scifi conventions, and even elementary schools. She has opened for national acts like Dusty Slay, Kevin James Thornton, and Leah Rudick. She explores topics from the nerdy to the risque with a unique and sometimes musical perspective. Her album, “Come and Get It, Nerds!” is available on the web. @HaJoyceComedy
Tyler Bower is a Richmond based stand up comedian that has been making the city laugh for the past 8 years. Tyler got his start in 2012 making sketch comedy videos on Youtube which have been featured on “Tosh.0” and MTV’s “Ridiculousness”. In 2017 he transitioned seamlessly to the live stage working painstakingly throughout every avenue in the city of Richmond, leading him to work with peers such as William Montgomery and Mo Amer. Tyler has also hosted the wild and bombastic Basic City Open Mic.
Being raised in a crazy Italian household with 3 little brothers was chaos but I survived. I’ve been doing comedy for less than a year but plan to keep pushing to get to the next level. @Corey.Rush87
Will Minor is a Richmond Comedian with little too lose. A professional goofball, he’s performed everywhere from laundry mats to biker rallies and every bar in between. He he has featured at the Richmond Funny Bone and Don’t Tell Comedy, and has been described as loud but funny. @KillWillVolume1
WoodAyee from Virginia Beach Va now lives in Richmond, known for my unique style of comedy. He has independent movie credits. He’s been doing standup comedy for 8 years and brings laughter through his stories of relationships, life, and family. @WoodAyee
Charlie Waring is a comedian based out of Richmond Virginia. He has opened for big name touring comics such as Brian Posehn and Eddie Peppitone. He has performed in festivals around the country including the Portland Maine comedy festival and the Rubber City Comedy festival. @Charlie_Waring
A Chesterfield, Va native. Laz started doing comedy on Instagram in 2018 and never looked back!! He’s been doing Stand up since late 2018 and he is growing and learning everyday!! He has performed along side Jess Hilarious, Skeet Carter, Tony Baker, Kleon The Comedian, Blaqron, Just Nesh, Damon Wayans Jr. and others! He has performed all up and down the east coast. Philly, Baltimore, DC, North Carolina and even out west in Portland, Oregon. @HammyFunnyASAB
DMV based comedian who's been doing comedy for 6 years. Performance style features many anecdotal tales and cultural observations working the road as an Indian-American here in the United States. Passed regular at the Port Comedy and finalist for the 2024 Magooby's Comedian of the Year competition. @KSinghComedy