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Featured Member Michele Mortensen

Michele Mortensen

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5.0 
(6 reviews)
  • Charleston, SC
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • Travels up to 200 miles
  • $75-$500 depending upon show & travel distance.
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Overview

My humor is based upon my life as a wife, mother, grandmother, corporate wife, professional musician, actress (who has been murdered three times on the Investigation/Discovery Channel), symphony executive, and so much more. I can work clean (or can be a little naughty if you prefer!) and have a special affinity for connecting with the people in the audience. I also enjoy hosting. Clips of my comedy may be found on my web site, www.michelemortensen.com or up on YouTube.


6 Reviews

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Susan M. • March 31, 2023

Lady Comic is great!

Michele worked the room like an expert. So fun and funny!

Hired as:
Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
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Aris H. F. • February 13, 2023

Great Show!

Michele is one of the best comedians I've seen in a while and will highly recommend her any social event.

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Kelly L. • December 4, 2021

Fantasy Football Santa and Mrs. Claus

Hilarious!
They were great sports and dressed the part! Mrs. Claus (Michelle) did her homework and roasted everyone and their players! Santa wore football pads and pants and was a great side kick!
Truly professional!

Hired as:
Comedian, Comedy Show
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Linda K. • May 21, 2021

Very Entertaining!

Michelle provided lots of laughs for our small group. She’s very easy to work with.

Hired as:
Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
Michele Mortensen

Response from Michele Mortensen:

Thanks. It was a delightful group to entertain and I wish the bride and groom all the best.

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Linda H. • September 20, 2020

We absolutely loved the show--both comedians were great!

Michele came to the moose Lodge along with another comedian. Both were great. Will book them again in January!

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Stand-Up Comedian
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Christine P. • January 8, 2018

Very funny!

Michele was great her jokes were relevant and funny.

Hired as:
Comedian
Michele Mortensen

Response from Michele Mortensen:

Thank you Christine, for having me at your event and for your lovely review. I had a wonderful time entertaining such a great group.

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Booking Info

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Price Range: $75-$500 depending upon show & travel distance.

Gig Length: 10 - 45 minutes

Languages: English

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

Clients can expect a clean (or slightly naughty) performance that will be somewhat tailored to the audience. I have a likable personality that will come through to everyone and will connect with young and old, men and women alike.

About

New England native and Southern transplant Michele Mortensen began her comedy career several years ago after a rather “normal” life as wife, mother of two, professional musician, and arts administrator. She first began studying with Rich Gustus, who has taught many successful comics, including Myq Kaplan and Shane Mauss. Her other teachers have included Judy Carter, Cary Odes, Dave Rattigan, Bob Gautreau, and Eddie Brill, of "The David Letterman Show."
Michele has appeared at festivals throughout the country, including the prestigious Boston Comedy Festival where she was a semi-finalist in 2020, the World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas, the She-Devil Comedy Festival in New York, and the North Carolina Comedy Festival. She has played clubs around the country, including the Comedy Studio, Mottley’s Comedy Club, and Laugh Boston in Boston, Headliners in Manchester, New Hampshire, and Side Splitters and Coconuts in Tampa/St. Petersburg. She has opened for nationally known headliners including finalists from “Last Comic Standing,” Myq Kaplan, Gary Gulman, and Michele Balan, as well as several winners of the Boston Comedy Festival, Dave Russo, Robbie Printz, Paul Nardizzi, and Dave McDonough.
A versatile performer, Michele often sings and performs her own song parodies in her act. She has acted in several films, including co-starring roles in two independent features. In 2018 she was featured in a Huffington Post article, "Grandmas Define Modern Slang."

Additional Booking Notes

I own a small PA system with a mic and also have a portable keyboard.

Services Offered

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Past Booked Events

May 25, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Wedding Reception
March 30, 2023 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm Dinner Party
February 01, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Retirement Party
February 26, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm Bachelorette Party
December 11, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Birthday Party
December 03, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Christmas Party
July 24, 2021 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm Reunion
May 17, 2021 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm Dinner Party
September 18, 2020 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Nonprofit Event
January 16, 2020 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm Nonprofit Event
October 20, 2019 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Baby Shower
December 21, 2018 • 11:00am - 11:30am Corporate Event
January 06, 2018 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm Corporate Event
November 09, 2013 Birthday Party
October 26, 2013 Fundraiser
August 20, 2013 Other
July 27, 2013 Bridal Shower

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Influences & Inspiration

Naughty or nice, plastic surgery, or no plastic surgery, I admire Joan Rivers for her incredible energy, work ethic, and dedication to her family. Her material may go too far, but she's still to be admired. Lewis Black for his incredible take on contemporary affairs. Local comic Paul D'Angelo for his originality and his work ethic, and lastly, the late great Kevin Knox, the first guy I ever saw when I started doing comedy and one of the nicest guys in the business. I'm glad my son got to see him perform before he passed - way too soon.

Setup Requirements

Prefer a cordless mike

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