Phil Johnson

Let's make your event one to remember with a combination of well-written, hilarious standup 🤣 and original comedy music that you'll still be singing the next day. 🎶 It's like getting two acts for one!

In-Person and Online events available.

Introduction: I'm a comedian with an intelligent and silly sense of humor. (Think Ralphie May, Eddie Izzard, Jackie Kashian, Christopher Titus, Stephen Lynch, etc.) Can work clean if you need or get a little edgy if it's appropriate for your crowd. I can also include custom material for your event if you'd like.

My show doesn't feature much crowd work, "roasting the audience", or the like. It sometimes happens organically, but I don't build it into the show.

I've been making people laugh professionally and touring the country since 2004. You can see and hear my work on Sirius/XM Radio, Spotify, Amazon Prime, Apple Music, and more.

COVID Stuff: I offer both in-person and online events. Fully vaccinated. Outdoor or indoor events are fine. I don't generally wear a mask while performing, but can if you want me to. I'll have a mask on for all the "offstage" parts of the event.

*Please note - my minimum performance fee is $500, so keep that in mind when reaching out for a quote*

Once you reach out to me for a quote, we'll jump on a quick phone call to chat about the details so I can understand how to best serve you. We'll confirm the date with a basic contract to make sure you are satisfied with all of the details. Once we're both happy with the contract, I'll reserve the date on my calendar with a 50% deposit. After that, sit back and enjoy your event!

Important tips for having a successful comedy show at your event:

1. Make sure everyone knows there's going to be a comedy show. People who expect a comedy show are in the right state of mind for it and will have a great time. People who are expecting to spend an evening eating and chatting with friends and then have to flip into "listen to this guy tell jokes" mode won't have a great time. And I want to make sure everyone has a great time! 😁

If it's a surprise party for a guest of honor, you can keep it a surprise for them. But everyone else should know there will be a comedy show.

2. Kids and standup comedy don't mix very well. Even when the material is clean enough for kids, it's still a bunch of talk about "grown up stuff" that won't interest them very much. You might move them into another space with things for them to do during the show - maybe with an adult to watch them who doesn't like comedy (perish the thought!).

Of course there are kids who have exhibited a love for standup - I was that kid... - And they're welcome at the show, of course.

3. Plan to have the comedy show at a different time than eating (dinner, etc.) Why? Laughing + Eating = Choking. A great time for the show is between the main meal and dessert. After dessert works too.

Contact me today for a quote! I can't wait to help make your next event one to remember 🙂

Need a multi-comedian show? I know every good comic in the area and will be happy to put together a whole show for you.

Here's a little of what others have said about me:

"Phil Johnson is a PRO who rips the crowd in any spot on the line-up! His act keeps the audience energized and he has become a crowd favorite at The Comedy Palace, we always look forward to having him back." Zach Miller, The Comedy Palace

Phil Johnson brings it to every performance! If you book Phil you can count on him to promote his appearance. He will understand the room and your needs and exceed your expectations. Phil shows up on time and is prepared. He works clean and smart. He is easy going and when he’s on the slate there is one less thing to worry about. Phil is an experienced performer who connects with his audience. He has solid material and is able to think on his feet. If you book Phil, you can rest assured your audience will laugh and they will applaud.
Rhonda Lucile Hicks, Producer and Comedy Talent Buyer, Red Dragonfly Productions

Phil Johnson has an action packed show filled with his two loves, comedy and music. It’s a show filled with sharp unexpected turns, sneak attack jokes, and hilarious songs, all delivered from the viewpoint of a guy who happily grew up in the deeply multi-everything community of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Phil has been seen and heard at the Sundance Film Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, on Sirius/XM and Bob and Tom radio, and on Amazon Prime. He’s also released multiple comedy specials and albums filled with his colorful, tightly-written comedy.

My general requirements are a basic sound system including mic, mic stand, and a direct input for my guitar if that's going to be part of the show.

I can also supply a sound system with all of the above if needed.