Comedy PG-13

Lockport, IL

$250 up.

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

🎤 A Walk Down Memory Lane (With Prunes!)
A Live Comedy Game Show for Seniors

Featuring Ed Kerfin

Get ready for a fun-filled, laugh-out-loud experience designed just for seniors!

✔ Classic TV Theme Song Game Show
✔ Sing-Along Favorites
✔ Interactive Comedy
✔ Prizes (Yes… Prunes Included!)

This high-energy, feel-good show brings back memories, laughter, and connection.


Reviews

15 reviews

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Ken K.

February 19, 2025

Lots of Fun

Funny and engaging, Ed is a down to earth comedian who really connects with his audience. Mixing jokes and stories, he has a natural connection with people. A great evening of comedy with friends.

Hired as: Stand-Up Comedian


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Jac R.

February 18, 2025

5 star comedian

I saw Ed at the Laugh Factory, and he had the whole room laughing from start to finish. His delivery is effortless, and his jokes feel like stories you’d hear from a hilarious friend at a bar except way sharper and perfectly timed. He has a great mix of observational humor and personal stories, and you can tell he genuinely enjoys being on stage. Something I was surprised by was how naturally he interacted with the crowd. A lot of comics I’ve seen try too hard with audience work, but Ed makes it feel completely organic, like he’s just having a conversation. His bits about life in Chicago and getting older had everyone cracking up. My wife and I were talking about it for a week. I recommend you go see him if you have a chance.

Hired as: Comedy Show


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Guy M.

February 18, 2025

Funny and Professional

I’ve been to about six shows now that Ed has been featured in. He’s incredibly talented, funny and always puts on a great show. If you’re looking for comedy you can relate to, he’s your guy! You won’t be disappointed.

Hired as: Stand-Up Comedian


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Michelle K.

February 18, 2025

I think my husband is funny…

Very clean, natural, every day

Hired as: Comedian, Comedy Show, Emcee, Stand-Up Comedian

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Comedy PG-13

Thanks Michelle!
See you at home.

XO


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Charles N.

February 18, 2025

Hilarious and Outgoing – Ed Kerfin Delivers

Ed Kerfin is a breath of fresh air in the comedy world! His PG-13 style strikes the perfect balance between sharp wit and good-natured humor, making his show an absolute blast. His storytelling is top-notch, packed with relatable moments, clever punchlines, and just the right amount of playful edge.

What sets Ed apart is his ability to engage the audience without resorting to over-the-top shock value—he proves that comedy can be both clean and incredibly funny. Whether he’s riffing on everyday life, relationships, or the absurdities of the modern world, his timing and delivery are impeccable.

If you’re looking for a comedian who will have you laughing non-stop without cringing at every other joke, Ed Kerfin is your guy. Highly recommend catching his show—you won’t regret it!

Hired as: Comedian

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Booking information

Price range: $250 up.

Languages: English

Gig length: 10 - 30 minutes

What to expect

Ed loves to talk about family, Friends and real life experiences, He does Clean comedy to PG-13 and never vulgar. He really cares about his craft and it shows, Ed dresses for the occasion and does not rush.

About

You Asked for it!
Edward Kerfin, a resident of Lockport IL, has a goal – to help people who cannot help themselves. He is the Host of 1340 WJOL Friends Over 50 Fridays from 10:00am-1:00pm on Fridays. A Radio Show dedicated to entertaining and educating Seniors on Health, Finance and Lifestyle issues.
• His team won Business of the Year in 2011
• He won a State-wide award from Mothers Against Drunk Drivers for their community service.

He has a beautiful daughter, Caitie, who graduated from Mizzou and two Beautiful granddaughters . He is a former Fireman and EMT who is a member of the Masons, Scottish Right and Shriners. He is very involved with local communities through involvement with Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce. He served on the Board of Directors for the Lockport Chamber of Commerce and Child Resource and Referral as well as the Advisory Board for Leeza’s Place at Provena St. Joe.

Additional booking notes

If needed I can have a Spotlight and sound system provided for a nominal fee

Past booked events

April 2026

17

Friday

Retirement Community Event

2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Rochester, IL

February 2026

21

Saturday

Bottle Shop

5:00pm - 7:00pm

14

Saturday

Embers

7:00pm - 10:00pm

January 2026

17

Saturday

Peru

7:00pm - 10:00pm

December 2025

31

Wednesday

Embers

7:00pm - 10:00pm

16

Tuesday

DeKalb -Posse

2:00pm - 4:00pm

04

Thursday

Tivoli - Emcee

6:00pm - 10:00pm

November 2025

07

Friday

Embers

8:00pm - 10:00pm

October 2025

22

Wednesday

Deerfield

7:00pm - 8:00pm

18

Saturday

Laugh Factory - Chicago

7:00pm - 9:00pm

September 2025

20

Saturday

Direne - Mariotte Naperville

7:00pm - 9:00pm

August 2025

30

Saturday

Heritage Park - Homer Glen

10:00am - 12:00pm

23

Saturday

Village of Peru

5:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Wednesday

Willowbrook Senior's

12:00pm - 1:00pm

June 2025

28

Saturday

Karen G.

6:00pm - 7:00pm

21

Saturday

Laugh Factory - Chicago

7:00pm - 9:00pm

20

Friday

Galena

5:00pm - 8:00pm

19

Thursday

Galena

6:00pm - 8:00pm

07

Saturday

Canal Days

3:00pm - 7:00pm

06

Friday

Canal Days

6:00pm - 8:00pm

May 2025

31

Saturday

Embers

6:00pm - 10:00pm

17

Saturday

Heritage Park

10:00am - 12:00pm

16

Friday

CD & Me

7:00pm - 10:00pm

07

Wednesday

DeKalb

1:30pm - 2:30pm

April 2025

26

Saturday

Lockport Masonic Lodge

12:00pm - 2:00pm

24

Thursday

Victorian Village

1:00pm - 2:00pm

23

Wednesday

Top 10 %

5:00pm - 9:00pm

23

Wednesday

Retirement Community

3:00pm - 5:00pm

11

Friday

Shady Oaks - DiNalfos

6:00pm - 10:00pm

March 2025

29

Saturday

Jac's Chicago Ridge

7:00pm - 10:00pm

22

Saturday

Super Bowl - Peru

7:00pm - 10:00pm

February 2025

28

Friday

Peatone Bowl

7:00pm - 9:00pm

15

Saturday

Embers

7:00pm - 9:00pm

13

Thursday

White Tail Country Club

12:00pm - 2:00pm

December 2024

31

Tuesday

Embers Lockport

6:00pm - 10:00pm

28

Saturday

Super Bowl Peru IL

6:00pm - 10:00pm

11

Wednesday

Lockport Rotary Club

5:30pm - 8:30pm

November 2024

16

Saturday

Lago Vista

6:00pm - 8:00pm

13

Wednesday

Open for Rick Lindy

4:00pm - 10:00pm

07

Thursday

Veterans Comedy & Dinner

6:00pm - 7:30pm

October 2024

05

Saturday

Tuffy's - Willmington IL

7:00pm - 10:00pm

September 2024

13

Friday

Ardadia - Clifton IL

5:00pm - 7:00pm

July 2024

24

Wednesday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

23

Tuesday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

22

Monday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

21

Sunday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

20

Saturday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

19

Friday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

18

Thursday

Clean Comedy Challenge

All-day event

May 2024

22

Wednesday

Sterk Family Law

5:00pm - 9:00pm

15

Wednesday

LTHS

6:00pm - 9:00pm

April 2024

28

Sunday

Late Nite Cathicisim

12:00pm - 6:00pm

27

Saturday

Lockport Masonic Lodge

12:00pm - 3:00pm

24

Wednesday

Top 10% Dinner

5:00pm - 9:00pm

19

Friday

Shady Oaks Dinner Dance

5:30pm - 10:00pm

17

Wednesday

Heritage Manner

3:00pm - 5:00pm

14

Sunday

Travel Day

All-day event

13

Saturday

Holyoak MA

6:00pm - 9:00pm

12

Friday

Holyoak MA

6:00pm - 10:00pm

11

Thursday

Mystic CT

6:00pm - 10:00pm

10

Wednesday

Salem CT

6:00pm - 10:00pm

09

Tuesday

Salem CT

6:00pm - 10:00pm

March 2024

30

Saturday

Jak's Place

7:30pm - 8:00pm

17

Sunday

Laugh factory

7:00pm - 9:00pm

09

Saturday

Embers Comedy Club

7:00pm - 9:00pm

02

Saturday

Cooms Corner

7:30pm - 8:30pm

February 2024

24

Saturday

Dug-out

7:00pm - 10:00pm

10

Saturday

Embers Comedy Club

6:00pm - 10:30pm

December 2023

31

Sunday

Embers Comedy Club

6:00pm - 9:30pm

28

Thursday

Lockport Township

12:00pm - 12:30pm

02

Saturday

Super Bowl Peru IL

6:00pm - 11:00pm

November 2023

18

Saturday

Embers Comedy Club Lockport

6:00pm - 11:30pm

03

Friday

Riddles Comedy Club

7:00pm - 11:30pm

October 2023

21

Saturday

Medinah Shriner's Halloween Party

4:00pm - 11:30pm

20

Friday

The Dugout

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Set list

NA

Influences and inspiration

Kenny Sevara
Harry Hicskstein
Bill Gorgo
David Vox Mullin

Setup requirements

Stage - Spotlight & Dimable room lighting a& Barstool if possible

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