Five On The Fly Comedy

05/23/2026

05/22/2026

Performer Spotlight: Chris Starman

Chris Starman is a Quad Cities-based stand-up comedian known for fast-paced delivery, sharp writing, and brutally honest storytelling. He’s performed throughout the Midwest alongside comedians including Sam Tallent, Brent Terhune, Costaki Economopoulos, and Hornswoggle. Chris also co-hosts the Broken Blackhawk Comedy Open Mic in Moline, IL, helping build one of the area’s most active independent comedy rooms.

Catch him and others on Fort Funny in Fort Dodge, IA at Riverhops Brewing on May 23rd.

See you there! - Nikky Thiccy

05/22/2026

Performer Spotlight: Donny Townsend

Donny Townsend is a comedian. Born and raised in Davenport, Iowa, Donny has been fortunate enough to work with legends like Doug Stanhope, Emo Phillips, and Kyle Kinane, and regularly opens for Sam Tallent. His comedy has been described as visceral, voracious, and casually violent – skewers the status quo.

Catch him and others on Fort Funny in Fort Dodge, IA at Riverhops Brewing on May 23rd.

See you there! - Nikky Thiccy

05/15/2026

Performer Spotlight: Kassandra Johnson

Kassandra Johnson is a wildly dressed, fun-loving comedian! She performs at several local shows throughout Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois. Kassandra has taken part in the Floodwater Comedy Festival, Alternating Currents Festival, Don't Tell Comedy Shows, and performed on Donzilla's Comedy showcase that aired on Fox 28 in 2023. She has also hosted for Reena Calm and opened for Gabriel Rutledge, Dan Alten, Chris Schlicting, Brendan Fitzgibbons, Chris Trani, and Brittany Brave. Kassy has a anecdotal style of comedy were she discusses her questionable choices and even more questionable relationships.

Catch her and others on Fort Funny in Fort Dodge, IA at Riverhops Brewing on May 23rd.

See you there! - Nikky Thiccy

05/06/2026

Performer Spotlight: MT Bottles

MT Bottles is a touring entertainer based in Wilmington, NC. As a full-time standup comedian MT has worked with Cliff Cash, Jackie Fabulous, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Zane Lamprey, Andy Woodhull, Guy Branum, Caitlin Peluffo and Devon Walker. A North Carolina Comedy Festival featured performer, 2022 Orlando Comedy Festival featured performer, and 2022 and 2023 Port City Top Comic finalist, MT has released two comedy specials on YouTube. MT boasts Dead Crow Comedy Room as his home club where he regularly features, while having performed onstage at Comix Roadhouse at Mohegan Sun Casino, Idiot Box Comedy Club in Greensboro, NC, Comedy Corner Underground in Minneapolis, MN, and several other renowned venues. Years of multiple career changes (lazy) , failed relationships (simp), and fatherhood (naturally) have given MT the requisite experience needed to facilitate his public facing self-deprecation. Inquisitive and observant, Bottles seeks to relay his reality to those who choose to remain in their own.

Catch him and others on Fort Funny in Fort Dodge, IA at Riverhops Brewing on May 23rd.

See you there! - Nikky Thiccy

04/21/2026

Brought to you by Five On The Fly Comedy!

Performer Spotlight: Jose Jose James Montero

Jose Montero, a Midwest-based comedian, began his standup journey after watching a comedy show in his hometown of Beloit, Wisconsin. Seeing the power of laughter helping people get through hard times compelled him to pursue his calling to help heal the world through laughter. From Boston Massachusetts to El Paso Texas, Jose's fast-paced, high-energy storytelling style keeps crowds engaged. Inspired by his comedy greats like John Pinette and Robin Williams, or Gabriel Iglesias, Jose draws from his experiences from the ancient 1900s to the present, including his upbringing, being a father, relationships, and experiencing the world as an incognito Latino.

You can catch him headlining at The Proletariat in downtown Perry, IA on May 2nd along with other funnyfolk. Tickets are $10 at the door. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:30. See you there!

04/14/2026

Performer Spotlight: Noe Ramirez

Noe is a quickly rising comic from Omaha, Nebraska. He uses his unique blend of satire and wit to show you his view on life and the events around us. You can usually see him at the Omaha FunnyBone, as well as shows/festivals all around The United States.

On May 2nd, you can catch him at The Proletariat in downtown Perry, Iowa for Five On The Fly Comedy's anniversary show. We are proud to bring some of the best rising Hispanic voices to you!

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