Black Girl Giggles is the first comedy festival dedicated to showcasing Black Women in Comedy! Join us these funny ladies every Second Sunday at the House of Blues in The Foundation room to laugh it up with some of the best Black Women Comedians from all over. Our aim is to introduce the world to these hilarious women while raising money for our yearly nonprofit festival and travel scholarship program.
Line Up:
Lauren Malara, Akeyla Aluko, Geneva Joy, Delisia Nicholas, Keeda with a Q & JustCo
Doors: 6 PM
Show: 7 - 10:00 PM
Age Restriction: 21+
Dress Code: Business Casual
2 Drink Minimum per Guest
About The Comics:
Lauren Malara is the funniest Person in New Orleans. Seriously, she won a stand-up contest where she was awarded that title. She then added some levity to a NPR podcast called Life Raft, a regional Edward R. Murrow award winner. She also produces Bear With Me Comedy Open Mic, the longest women run show in the state.
A soul sista vibe mixed with a sarcastic laid back humor, Compton California native Akeyla Aluko is just what the comedy world needed. She’s been performing on stages since 2013. From such clubs as Hollywood Improv, Comedy Store, Long Beach Laugh factory, Flappers & a host of others. She plays Lakendranique in web series “Common Law Wifeys” but is best known for telling stories about her strict African family & how she’s the obvious black sheep of the bunch. Leaving a background of nursing to pursue comedy, she has definitely made her rounds & her name is known throughout the comedy community. Hitting stages in Atlanta Georgia & Houston Texas & New Orleans Louisa a whether she’s hosting at a baby shower or a divorce party you are bound to laugh with her. Recently she starred in a Liquid Death water company commercial & 2021 “Hip-Hop Christmas” on VH1 where she was able to work alongside MC Lyte & Redman.
Geneva Joy is a New Orleans based comedy known for her wild and insightful sense of humor! She is the host of the humbly named "Geneva Joy's Comedy Celebration and BingOh: Adult Game Night. This Philadelphia native is a popular headliner and has recently begun performing on cruises and at resorts! She is also the creator of the Black Girl Giggles Comedy Festival.
Delisia Nicholas is a captivating storyteller with a nerdy kick from Pensacola, FL. This Gulf Coast favorite was the first female winner of the nationally touring show Comedians in Drag Doing Comedy.
Keeda with a Q is a self proclaimed fat heaux. She has found the stage and deeply believes laughter is medicine. As a black queer woman moving through the world Keeda has used the world of laughter to heal and to find joy. Keedas been in the comedy streets of New Orleans for 4 years and is a bucket of laughs. She just wants people to be able to laugh and not cringe at a comedy show so she grabbed a mic.
JustCo the burlesque comedian is a New Orleans native facilitator, organizer and entertainer. Black Trans Femme person from the south. Funny , frank and fabulous she is here to tell jokes and spread love. Find me at @ftjustco on Instagram.
The following bag policy is in place: Bags up to 12"x6"x12" are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.
Make it a Complete Night Out! Enjoy House of Blues & all it has to offer!
Bring the whole family & join us at the Restaurant & Bar for your official pre-show fuel. Reservations are encouraged. Book your tables here!
Looking for a more elevated experience? Guests 21+ are invited to join us in the Foundation Room before the show for the finest in food & craft cocktails. On most nights, keep the party going after the show, and experience the after-hours experience at the Foundation Room. Click here for more information & to RSVP your spot!
