Aaron Foster- Comedian

About

A native Chicagoan who spent his youth on both the north and south sides of the city, Aaron Foster later graduated from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana with a BA in Speech Communication. Aaron is supplementing his comedy career through real estate. Presently a touring opener for many concerts, colleges and headliners Aaron discovered his love for comedy as an employee of the nationally recognized- All Jokes Aside Comedy Club. After the club closed he has been performing since 1997. Currently a reqular at jokesandnotes comedy club chicago.

Aaron Foster is a very original and edgy stand-up comic. If you like your stand-up comedy with a bite think Mike Tyson and you get Aaron Foster. There is no topic this comic will not deal with and no joke too fresh or new or cutting for this guy. In a world where too many so-called edgy comics are just hacks who use the f word to cover up unoriginal material or get an easy laugh from an audience who thinks f is edgy, this guy uses his sharp mind to shred whatever catches his interest, even if this is sometimes his own life.

Touring the country with the prestigious Comedy Zones and Funny- Business Aaron is funny. Recently produced and performed in the “We Lovc Obama Tour”. Appearing and interviewed in the Comedian Magazine 2009. Appearing in 2008 April edition of Chicago Magazine Aaron was interviewed as a featured story. (Page 78) In 1998-99, Aaron participated in the Canadian Mist, the Bud Light, and the Miller Genuine Draft comedy competitions. Winner of the Salem Orb-E Future Faces Competition in October 2000, Mr. Foster was awarded the opportunity to open, Jill Scott, Tommy Chong, D.L. Hughley, Dice Clay, Bruce Bruce and lotsa others. Aaron Foster was semi-finalist in the NBC based "Last Comic Standing", a comedy competition that has grown to international acclaim. He was also a participant in the Las Vegas Comedy Festival- Play Vegas Semi finalist in 2007.

Aaron has performed for the troops in across seas for the USO tour. A participant of the Atlanta-based LaffaPaloosa 2001 Comedy Showcase, the comedian was also featured as host of the Chicago underground hot spot Cosmos comedy lounge. Television credits include a Chicago- based television show Ben Around Town, NBC reality show-Starting Over, ABC “My Life As A Sitcom”. Aaron has been described by fellow comedy circuit regulars as artist who possesses that rare ability of bringing the gift of laughter to a racially and emotionally diverse crowd. Quoted as being one of the best performers ever scene by Chicago comedians.

In a recent interview with the talented entertainer, the Chicago Defender asked the artist, "Is laughter the key to breaking down still existing racial barriers”? Foster answered, “laughter is the key to harmony”. Aaron’s hilarious style reflects stories of learning to ease racial tensions, find love and deal with familial dysfunction. All stories are disguised in hilarious high energy stories. Blinkx has chosen Aaron Foster as the best Comedian in Illinois. A claim Aaron states is greatly exaggerated. The have probably never been to Chicago where we have incredible talent. Still Im flattered. This comedian has unparalleled range in topics. His topics range from animal relations, politics to celebrity gossip. Among other entertainment stops Aaron can be seen currently as a host, feature and headliner for many of the nations top entertainment clubs and agencies, including a large contribution from Heffron Entertainment- (Comedy Zone), Summit Comedy, Hysterical Management and the Improv


Aaron@AaronFoster.net

Personnel

Andrea De Les Dernier: Public Relations person (NWE.Com)

Influences

Too many Comedians, people and situations to name

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 15 - 120 minutes

Aaron Foster is a very original and edgy stand-up comic. If you like your stand-up comedy with a bite think Mike Tyson and you get Aaron Foster. There is no topic this comic will not deal with and no joke too fresh or new or cutting for this guy. In a world where too many so-called edgy comics are just hacks who use the f word to cover up unoriginal material or get an easy laugh from an audience who thinks f is edgy, this guy uses his sharp mind to shred whatever catches his interest, even if this is sometimes his own life.
Aaron has been described by fellow comedy circuit regulars as artist who possesses that rare ability of bringing the gift of laughter to a racially and emotionally diverse crowd.

Stage/Setup Requirements:
stage, mike, spotlight, hotel

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