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Zach Williams
Overview
Zach Williams is based in Memphis, TN and holds a theatre performance degree from the University of Memphis. You can see him on the mic as the host of Bell Curve Comedy, a weekly open mic in. He also co-produces the monthly High Cotton Comedy Show which features touring comics and local talent. He also produces Thank You Five, a quarterly Clean comedy(ish) show at Germantown Community Theatre. Zach was a finalist at the 9th annual Memphis Urban Laughs Comedy Festival, and performed at the 4th annual Blue Ridge Comedy Festival. He has performed comedy in cities all over the mid-south to hone his craft. His comedy has been described as dark and subversive, but mostly it’s just puns.
Reviews
5 reviews
Joe-M T.
March 19, 2025A pleasure to work with a pro like Zach!
I started scouting talent in Memphis several months ago in preparation for launching a new show. I knew I wanted to work with someone who was not just funny onstage, but who also gave off "pro vibes." I saw Zach hosting an event and knew this was the guy I needed for our kickoff event. Let me tell you, he delivered: funny, engaging, read the room, adjusted on the fly, and left the audience laughing. It makes a difference to work with an experienced pro.
Hired as: Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
Kelli G.
March 11, 2025A Master of Versatility and True Professional
I have seen Zach’s work and worked with him closely for several months now, booking him for two local events to help promote my startup fitness apparel business. From carnival barker, to gym creep, to sports commentator- he can craft a character to fit any need a business could have.
First and foremost, I don’t think I can speak highly enough about his level of professionalism. Zach’s work ethic, punctuality, organizational skills, leadership skills, and teamwork skills- all top notch. If you need someone you can trust to do a job and do it well, Zach is your guy.
This past Saturday, I hired him to host an arm wrestling tournament sponsored by my business. Although my nerves were fried doing it for the first time, having Zach on stage and helping to coordinate various aspects of the event made everything run smoothly. He knew exactly what needed to be said or done and how to work with the crowd. He made everything look so easy- you’d think he had been hosting arm wrestling tournaments his whole life! I could not have gotten through that day without his unique humor, quick thinking, and problem solving skills. And I KNOW he helped give that crowd a day they will never forget!
Hired as: Comedian
Jeff S.
February 14, 2025Great comic! Great host!
Zach has been outstanding to work with. He reached out to us about creating a clean open mic in Memphis and it has since been a weekly highlight in our taproom. Zach's own material is great, but he also really encourages other comics to up their game with thoughtful material that has broad appeal. It has truly been a pleasure and I look forward to it each week!
Hired as: Stand-Up Comedian
Zach Williams
Thanks Jeff! Urban Consequence has become one of our new favorite bars in town!
Drew D.
February 12, 2025Zach is the full package!
Zach Williams is a fantastic comedian AND producer. If you're looking to book a comic on your show, he's got a solid wit and will be a great addition to your lineup. Very funny and a very clever joke writer!
If you're looking for someone to produce a show, Zach has a well established history of putting together awesome showcases and mics.
In both settings, he is very professional and easy to work with!
10 out of 10 recommend!
Hired as: Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
Annie F.
February 12, 2025Charming, Professional, Hilarious & Full of Ideas!
We have worked with Zach multiple times to produce quality comedy shows at our non-profit theatre in the Memphis suburbs. Zach is an absolute professional, who always keeps his commitments and makes planning and executing an event idea a breeze. After deciding on a date for these shows, he will get us a marketing plan laid out with dates and calls to action leading up to the event that build up interest in the social media landscape and highlight the show's talent. He works in tandem with us to hype the event and sell out the house. He is very professional in his approach to contracting and honoring promises made to our venue and the talent he hires, while maintaining a flexibility to "roll with the punches" with a level head when our theatre has had to make sudden alterations to the plan. He is a joy to work with and a genuinely funny and humble host comedian who sets a perfect tone for the night's line up. Every time we produce a comedy night with him, our audience has been ecstatic over the line-up, leaving with huge smiles on their faces and swearing they will be back for the next show. He is respectful of the venue and our patrons and staff; and adheres his (and the comedians he hires) content to the level of maturity we expect and promote, creating an invaluable trust between our theatre and our patrons that they can depend on a certain caliber of talent and content when they purchase a ticket. We would work with or recommend any business or professional to work with him as a comedian on their line-up, a producer, a host or just an excellent marketing-minded businessman any day. (The review only allows one date but we have had 3 successful shows with him in the last year!)
Hired as: Comedian, Stand-Up Comedian
Zach Williams
Shows at GCT are always a blast! Thanks Annie!
Booking information
Price range: $250 - $750 but decided on case by case basis
Languages: English
Gig length: 10 - 60 minutes
What to expect
I believe in cultivating comedy that all people can enjoy, and strive to write material that speaks to people from all walks of life. My strong suits as a comic are wordplay, character work, and observational humor. I am very familiar with hosting both shows and open mics, the latter being a sometimes chaotic environment, which has prepared me to handle things on the fly and keep the room together if things start to go awry.
In addition to performing, I also have a background in digital marketing and content creation, so if you need help marketing your show I can assist with graphic design, content scheduling, planning, and promoting.
I have also produced several shows, and am familiar with putting together lineups of comics that provide balance and variety for standup comedy. If you need assistance putting together an evening of comedy and would like multiple performers I can help facilitate that for you.
My background is in theatre, so I am accustomed to collaborating with people to see their vision brought to life. If you have an event that you would like me to create specific material for I am more than happy to work with you on crafting unique jokes for your needs.
About
Zach Williams is based in Memphis, TN where he host Bell Curve comedy, a weekly open mic and co-produces the High Cotton Comedy Show. He was a finalist at the 9th annual Memphis Urban Laughs Comedy Festival, and performed at the 4th annual Blue Ridge Comedy Festival. His comedy has been described as dark and subversive, but mostly it’s just puns.
Additional booking notes
Ideally stand up comedy would involve a microphone and a stage, but people can laugh under all sorts of circumstances. I have a personal PA and audio equipment that allows me to do pop up style shows, and can work with clients to bring comedy to their events, no matter what the conditions.
Services offered
Past booked events
March 2025
30
Sunday
B4UDIE Comedy Festival (AK)
6:00pm - 9:00pm
17
Monday
Memphis Magic Night
7:30am - 10:30am
February 2025
22
Saturday
High Cotton Comedy Show
8:00pm - 11:00pm
16
Sunday
Tony's Trophy Room
8:00pm - 11:00pm
15
Saturday
Crowd Work Comedy
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Influences and inspiration
George Carlin, Steven Wright, Chris Rock, Kyle Kinane, Rory Scovel
Setup requirements
Microphone
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