Chris’s comedic style is reminiscent of George Carlin and Steve Martin. He entices his audiences to pack their bags as he throws them in the back of his van, willing or not they’re along for the ride as he takes them on a journey through his life. His material reverberates with audience members, relates to common themes of today, but he reacts in a manner that no sane person would but without crossing the comedy blue line. Audiences seem to relate to his unique perspective and tenacious sense of humor. To Chris, life is always bitter sweet.
Chris finds the humor and joy in any mundane activity. He talks about his daily life in a way that is relatable to anyone. He is quick-witted, biting and sarcastic at times, and always on point. My cheeks hurt from laughing so much!
“I’ve done some drugs” HA! I mean, he has that look....I’ve watched Chris get better and better over the last couple of years. His humor is every day life, which is pretty freaking funny. Dead pan style and funny as hell! Go see him!
From the opening "I've done some drugs" to the closing "your validations isn't required" I couldn't help laughing at this guy. Highly recommended!
I really enjoyed seeing Chris Ketler last week. They call him the bitter dude, but he doesn't seem too bitter.. though he did make us laugh at some of the crazy things he's been through.
Everytime I see Chris Ketler perform, he brings something new to the table and I always laugh. Can't wait to see him again!
Chris is an excellent comedian , tells you things the way they are ! He is always pleasant and has some great jokes that will make your day !
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 20 - 45 minutes
Insurance: $100,000 - General Liability
I'm a comedian with over 7 years of experience who has performed at some of the biggest and best comedy clubs in some of the biggest cities. I have honed my craft that I can ensure that I will garnish lots of laughter from your audience.
CHRIS KETLER
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Chris Ketler aka The Bitter Dude has been bitter since the day he was born. He hails from NE Ohio but grew up in Central FL. Growing up he had a love of Rock-n-Roll and wanted to be on stage. Sadly, he had no musical talent, so he just lived a Rock-n-Roll lifestyle.
After 25 years of sun and surf Chris returned to his roots in rural NE Ohio. It would take another 25 years before he discovered he should be on stage….as a comic!
His personal philosophy is to live a life worth commenting on, or at least be able to see the humor in it. So, after raising 2 sons, a failed marriage, several lost jobs, being the oldest of 9 siblings and a lifetime of bitterness Chris was ready to hit the stage.
Chris is a strong feature comedian who knows how to warm a crowd up for a headliner yet not over shadow a headliner. He has worked extensively throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Kentucky, New York, Florida, Indiana and Illinois. A few defining moment for him was performing at The Laugh Factory, Zanies, Riddles, The Funny Farm, The Improv, The Broadway Comedy Club, The Greenwich Village Comedy Club, The Comedy Bar , & many other notable clubs. He has worked with some of the best and some not so good comedians throughout his career and has been a finalist numerous times in The Funny Stop Comedy Contest in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
Chris’s production group, Funny Noizes Productions, is one of N.E. Ohio’s largest independent producers. FNP was nominated as “Best Production Group” in 2018 Cleveland Comedy Awards.
Chris can be heard on I Heart Radio every week as a Co Host on The Epic Radio Show.
Chris’s comedic style is reminiscent of George Carlin and Steve Martin. He entices his audiences to pack their bags as he throws them in the back of his van, willing or not they’re along for the ride as he takes them on a journey through his life. His material reverberates with audience members, relates to common themes of today, but he reacts in a manner that no sane person would but without crossing the comedy blue line. Audiences seem to relate to his unique perspective and tenacious sense of humor. To Chris, life is always bitter sweet.
STAND UP CREDITS
Featured for Jamie Campbell
Featured for Billy Ray Bauer
Featured for Mark Evans
Featured for Steven Lyons from New Zealand
Featured for Sheba Mason
Featured for Janice Messitte
MAJOR MOTION PICTURE CREDITS
The Avengers (2012)
Acts of Violence starring Bruce Willis (2018) White Boy Rick starring Matthew McConaughey(2018)
Enormity of Life starring Breckin Meyers (2020)
TV CREDITS
Mafia Ties-Amazon Prime (2019)
Below Average Joe (2020)
PODCAST
Co Host off The Epic Radio Show
I also own Funny Noizes productions, LLC. NE Ohio's largest independent comedy production company. For the last 3 years Funny Noizes Productions, LLC (FNP) have been nominated as The Best production Group in Cleveland. We are one of a handful of producers that produce shows at a number of the local comedy clubs and theaters. This enables me to provide a 1 stop shopping for all your entertainment needs as we can provide sound, lights and a variety of professional performers not found on this site.
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I have everything we will need and I wont charge you extra for sound and lights. I can work in as much of a space as you can provide. If I'm providing light and sound all Ill need is two electrical outlets
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