The Standup Comedy Series at the MAC Downtown
Showtime: 8pm

April 17

Tara Cannistraci

Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress & writer who was born and raised in the Bronx, New York  She is quickly becoming one of the most sought after stand-up comics in the country.

Tara has taken her talents to the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees. She was also a regular on SNY’s Emmy award winning television show Oh Yeah.

Tara Co-Hosts the popular podcast Neighborhood Logic with film icon and legend Chazz Palminteri. Tara joined Joey Diaz for his NY Residency at Sony Hall and her star continues to rise as she is asked to tour constantly with some of the biggest names in stand up.

Tara’s compilation album, Greetings From Uncle Vinnie’s is streaming everywhere. Her first solo album, I’m Talkin’ Here, was released in Spring 2023.  Tara is currently headlining throughout the United States and Canada.

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Featuring Dan Altano

Raised in New Jersey and based in New York City, Dan headlines clubs and theaters across the country. Dan’s 2023 Album, Stand-Up Dad, debuted at #1 on the iTunes Comedy Charts. He was also recently named one of New York City’s “Breakout Artists” by Caroline’s On Broadway.


Your Host - Roberto Velez

Roberto is the more hirsute half of the Laugh Tracks production duo. In his comedic heyday, he performed in CT, NY, MA, IL, CA, and other abbreviations. Mike Birbiglia once told a group of people he thought Roberto was funny. And Roberto has been milking that story ever since.