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Featured Member Sandra Risser

Sandra Risser

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(20 reviews)
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Comedian
  • Travels nationwide
  • $200 and up
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Overview

Want a vibrant, energetic, funny comedian; dynamic speaker; experienced actor? Look no further. Sandra brings comedy to private and corporate events, military bases & 55+ communities. She works at comedy clubs in the Phoenix area & across the USA; was named by the San Francisco Chronicle a comedian to watch, was a winner or finalist in 6+ Comedy Competitions & has performed one woman shows in Fringe Festivals in the USA and Great Britain. She's an irreverent, clean comedian who relates to all ages and types of audiences whether in a corporate setting, comedy club or bar. As a speaker, she uses her comedic background to inspire & motivate others to "Live Life to the Fullest".


20 Reviews

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Brian C. • January 25, 2021

What a pleasure to work with and funny as all get out!!!

Sandra was very flexible with our times and dates. We had to switch gears quickly due to COVID restrictions and Sandra was very helpful in making this work. She is very, very funny and a real pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her for your event.

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you for your kind words. It was my pleasure to work with and for you.

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Natalie K. • November 22, 2020

Joel's 70th Birthday Surprise

Sandra was amazing, funny and did an awesome job! She helped make our event so special! I would hire her again or highly recommend her! Great job Sandra!! Everyone loved her.

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you for you kind words, Natalie. Despite the pandemic you found the perfect venue and put on an amazing surprise birthday party.

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Bonnie C. • April 14, 2019

Funny, kind and easy to work with

We had Sandra headline a charity comedy show and she was terrific. She was funny, has a great routine, and was just an all around nice woman. I found her very organized, she was great with follow up and really flexible. She helped secure our warm up acts and both were also really good.

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you for your kind words, Bonnie. You too were a pleasure to work with.

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Mary M. • November 18, 2022

Sandra was awesome!

Very funny lady. We had her do PG13 we were at a family restaurant. Next time we'll let her cut loose with adult content.

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you so much.

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Doris • January 20, 2022

Funny lady

Sandra was funny and we totally enjoyed her humor!

Hired as:
Comedy Show
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Sarah C. • August 10, 2020

Sandra Took A Challenge and Ran With It

I organized a virtual murder mystery party and thought a comedian host would be a nice touch to move things around and allow me to participate with no spoilers.
Sandra was 100% up to the challenge of doing a virtual murder mystery (which also included an escape room portion). She worked closely with me on the planning and made many suggestions which definitely improved on the event.
A total pro, Sandra made sure we didn't' lose momentum and kept our game moving.
We didn't get too much of a chance to see her comedy chops - but I had attended another of her virtual shows, and think she's pretty hilarious. But I would 100% endorse her to take on a job work above and beyond to do it.

Hired as:
Narrator
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you for your kind words. It was my pleasure to work with you, Sarah. Seeing you and all your friends in costume, getting into your roles and having fun made all the work worthwhile.

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Dianna D. M. • January 26, 2020

She's Absolutely Funny!!!

My husband turned 50 years younger. Sandra Risser was the comedian of the hour for his celebration. We had approximately 50 people attend; and she had everyone laughing throughout the night!!! Sandra Risser personalized the comedy for my husbands celebration and even offered and was the master of ceremony. Thanks to Sandra, everyone including me, was able to easily sit back, enjoy and laugh the night away. We can't thank you enough! Thank you! Thank You!! THANK YOU Sandra Risser!

People asked me how I found you, so I referred them to Gig Salad.

Hired as:
Comedy Show
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you, Dianna, for your kind words. I appreciate knowing I brought laughter to everyone. Wishing you and Carlos many more happy and healthy years together.

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Gloria S. • November 15, 2019

Enjoyed by senior group

Sandra communicated well in planning, showed up on time, provided all equipment—ready to go! Entertained for an hour with witty and “risqué” jokes—well received!

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Ken N. • October 29, 2019

Outstanding!

Sandra was great! She pulled off the perfect ruse. My wife thought she recognized from years ago!

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you so much. I wish you and Cindy many more years of health, happiness and success in all that you do.

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Grm A. • August 30, 2019

Sandra Risser was really great!

Humorous and exciting experience! Sandra had a lot of energy!
Sandra Risser showed up dressed to impress with her own que cards and printed out itinerary on time.
She really caught the curve balls live shows run into and it was appreciated so much so that an audience member tried to give her a rose but she left so quickly she didn’t get a chance to accept or take any food home.
We wish Sandra the best of luck in her future endeavors!

Hired as:
Emcee
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you for your kind words. It was an honor to emcee the Gran Music Awards and to meet so many talented musicians.

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Nenita • November 14, 2018

Great Performance!

Very professional and great performer!

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you.

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Kurt R. • October 28, 2018

Great job

Great job very professional

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Nicholas D. • April 3, 2017

A Real Pro!

We hired Sandra for a corporate awards dinner. She did a wonderful job working the room before her set, and delivered a customized performance that went over great. We had a varied crowd and it went over great. I would 100% recommend Sandra to anyone who wants to guarantee a great evening.

Hired as:
Comedian, Corporate Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you. It was a pleasure working with you and meeting so many people who obviously like their jobs, their corporation and each other. I wish you all well and hope our paths will cross again sometime.

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Janet H. • July 12, 2016

Laughs Galore

Sandra was excellent! I live at a nonprofit community for seniors. She knew how to immediately connect with our audience. We have entertainers a few times a month. She has been one of the best entertainers, definitely the funniest! It was wonderful to see everyone laugh! Our residents are critical and everyone had only positive remarks. She was a great choice!

Hired as:
Comedian
Sandra Risser

Response from Sandra Risser:

Thank you so much. I appreciate your kind words. You and the residents were wonderful.

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Brad B. • December 17, 2015

Sandra was a delight.

Sandra was a delight.

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Erik • June 5, 2015

Highly Recommended!

Sandra Risser is the complete comedian package!
Her irreverence coupled with calm subtle style leads to laughter.
She possesses the ability to craft innuendos that keep you on your feet.
Sandra Risser is the real deal!
Simply put, hire Sandra for your next event.
She will make your guests laugh.

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Sandra R. • May 18, 2015

Wonderful Comedian

I hired Sandra to entertain at a fundraising luncheon. Everyone congratulated me on my choice of comedian. She had everyone laughing from her first words until her last. It's not easy to find a comedian who's clean and funny. Sandra is both. I highly recommend her. She delivers what she promises.

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Rosa M. • January 29, 2015

Great Fun!

Sandra was very funny and on it. She interacted with the crowd and got everyone to laugh and have a good time. A few of my guests came up to me afterwards and complimented on having Sandra there. Highly recommended!

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Ron V. • August 19, 2014

Funny & Professional

I've seen Sandra kill (that's good in comedy) many times on stage.... and it's been in a variety of rooms. (Mainstream comedy clubs, gay bars) That ability to appeal to diverse audiences is a great skill she has. She is also very professional through all steps of the booking process from getting needed materials to you in a timely manner to showing up early for her gig. Trust me, these simple things don't happen that often in the comedy business!

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Stand-Up Comedian
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Susan R. • August 11, 2014

Very Funny

We had Sandra as a comedian for my sister's 50th birthday party. She had everyone laughing until tears ran down their eyes. Working with her was a pleasure. I'm so glad I chose her.

Hired as:
Comedian

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Price Range: $200 and up

Gig Length: 15 - 55 minutes

Languages: English

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Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

My style of comedy is somewhat edgy yet easy to relate to. I'm a clean comedian and perform from PG-13 to PG-18 depending on the audience. I don't swear, talk about bodily functions or gratuitous sex. Some of my bits use innuendo and leave it up to the listener's imagination. I am also an experienced host and am very comfortable with doing announcements and introductions. Each set is different depending on how long the show is, who the audience is and where it's taking place. I talk some about my mid-West upbringing, differences from when I was young to now, growing up and various other topics I find relevant, odd or have experienced; e.g. getting a cab driver who didn't know how to drive.

Unlike my comedy my talks are more serious. They are geared toward helping people live the life they want to live by letting them know, no matter their education, background or circumstances, they can change their life. They can begin the steps so they can "lead life to the fullest".

About

About

When you are looking for a comedian, Sandra Risser is the person for you. When it comes to comedy, she's been called one of the funniest comedians in the Phoenix area. She was 2nd in The World Series of Comedy in Sarasota, won the Funniest Comedian in the Valley and was a finalist in the Funniest Person in Phoenix comedy competitions. She was selected by both the San Francisco Chronicle and The Culture Trip as a comedian to "watch for in San Francisco". She performs solo or can bring an entire lineup of hilarious comics.

Sandra Risser is smart, funny and older than Twinkies! She's eccentric not crazy, drives in the fast lane and claims she can still bench press 500 grams. She believes in the tooth fairy, Santa Claus and clean underwear.

Sandra has audiences laughing from her first words as she pokes fun at growing up in the mid-West and surviving the golden age of "sex, drugs and rock 'n roll". She seamlessly includes hilarious anecdotes about her current escapades. Over 80 she's living proof that age is just a state of mind. She's energetic and entertaining – clean and suggestive. As she says, "My jokes are tight. My skin is not."

Sandra is a quick witted, vibrant comedian whose impressive credits include being a feature comedian for the Rick Bronson's House of Comedy in Phoenxi, JPs Comedy Club in Gilbert, San Francisco & Sacramento Punch Lines, Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco. She features and headlines in comedy clubs in the Pacific and Mountain States, has done one woman shows at the Edinburgh, Scotland; Brighton, England; and Santa Cruz, CA Fringe Festivals. She was in the SheDot Comedy Festival in Toronto, Canada, Antelope Valley $10,000 Comedy Festival and Sacramento Comedy Festival in Sacramento CA.

Sandra has featured for nationally known comedians such as Rocky LaPorte, Chris Kattan, Mike E Winfield,, Larry "Bubbles" Brown, Mickey Joseph and Huck Flyn. She's headlined at casinos throughout California, Nevada and Oregon.

In both comedy and speaking, Sandra builds a unique bond with the audience as she share stories about her own journey from youth to young adult to middle age and beyond. She continues to live her life to the fullest. Whether she's using self deprecating humor doing stand-up comedy or being more serious when giving motivational seminars, she is an inspiration to her audiences. When people leave, they know they've seen a very funny comedians and a unique talent.

See her electronic press kit at https://www.thecomiclist.com/premium/member/sandra-risser

Additional Booking Notes

Just a mic, a stool and a place to stand is all I need. If a sound system and microphone are needed, I can bring them.

Services Offered

Comedian Actress Comedian Comedy Show Corporate Comedian Emcee Narrator Roast Master Stand-Up Comedian Voice Actor

Past Booked Events

February 20, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Nonprofit Event
November 17, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
January 19, 2022 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Dinner Party
July 10, 2021 • 11:30am - 12:15pm Personal Occasion
March 26, 2021 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm Dinner Party
January 22, 2021 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm Virtual Event
November 21, 2020 • 7:30am - 8:00am Birthday Party
August 08, 2020 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Virtual Event
May 06, 2020 • All-day event Cine Cuvee Wine Bar
January 24, 2020 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Birthday Party
November 13, 2019 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm Nonprofit Event
October 19, 2019 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm Birthday Party
August 29, 2019 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Nightclub Event
April 13, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Nonprofit Event
November 09, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Christmas Party
October 26, 2018 • 8:30pm - 9:00pm Nightclub Event
March 31, 2017 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm Corporate Event
September 16, 2016 Fundraiser
July 30, 2016 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Bridal Shower
March 11, 2016 Cocktail Party
December 16, 2015 Cocktail Party
December 12, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Purple Room Palm Springs
November 14, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Jokers Comedy Club Richland
November 13, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Jokers Comedy Club Richland
November 12, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Jokers Comedy Club Richland
November 06, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teazers fresno CA
February 22, 2015 Other
January 24, 2015 Birthday Party
October 04, 2014 Wedding Reception
August 21, 2014 Luncheon/Tea
August 02, 2014 Birthday Party
July 26, 2014 Birthday Party

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Set List

Each set is different depending on the length of the show, the age & make up of the audience and the venue. I talk my mid-West upbringing, differences from when I was young to now, current events and other relevant, odd or interesting topics; e.g. an activist who thinks it's discriminating against blind people not to allow them to have guns to defend themselves.

Influences & Inspiration

Joan Rivers, Phillis Diller, Lucille Ball, Cloris Leachman, Jack Benny, Ellen

Setup Requirements

Sound system and microphone. I can bring these if they are not available.

Testimonials

Great suggestions. You made me think my objective, my dream, is achievable.

– Josh R.

"Love your unique and very funny slant on life."

– Westmont Retirement Community

"I've known Sandra Risser for YEARS and I can honestly say her stand up comedy skills are AMAZING. Her timing is quicker than Ali's jab and her playful abuse of her age is HILARIOUS! BOOK HER!"

– Cory Robinson

"You were so good. I reserve my belly laughs for special occasions. I was dying. Couldn't have come at a better time. I sat down for the first time all day and caught your set.

– Brian Crall - The Comedy Spot

"...We laughed all the time and left feeling delighted, cherished and having seen someone original, honest and funny."

– Eric

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