JEFF APPLEBAUM

After 15 years in California, this New York City native is finally learning to speak English. Jeff has been entertaining people all around North America for over 10 years, including audiences of more than 10,000 people at the ARCO Arena (in Sacramento) and the Anaheim Convention Center.

Jeff delivers comedy that mixes hysterical observations about his own life experiences that include having a Chinese wife, a hilarious son, and being the only white kid on his Little League team in Queens, NY. His down-to-earth style and resemblance to popular TV characters relate to audiences all around the globe.

His act is clean, has mass audience appeal, and is perfect for clubs, colleges and corporate functions. He has been re-booked at every venue he’s played and is always a crowd favorite.

Jeff was cast by Sandy Hackett, Buddy Hackett’s son, to play the principal role of Joey Bishop in “The Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey, & Dean – The Rat Pack” at the Post Street and Marines’ Memorial Theaters in San Francisco, as well as the Greek Isles Hotel & Casino Star Theater in Las Vegas.

Jeff won the “Comedian of the Year - 2003” in the SF Bay Area Cabaret Competition, and has two engineering degrees from MIT. He also wrote, produced, and starred in a Rap video that has sold more copies than can be mentioned here. Finally, Jeff is a HUGE Jackie Chan fan, and has met him several times.

What people are saying about Jeff from Laugh.com

“Jeff came on my radio show as a guest and delivered an astonishing comic act that had everyone in the studio laughing. If this guy had his own radio show, he would be destined to succeed. He projects one-liners with his own style and wit and he keeps you interested and entertained at the same time.” - DJ Modern Mark KSCU - 103.3 FM

“Jeff Applebaum was absolutely fabulous at our Lockheed Martin Fundraiser this past year at the Santa Clara Marriott. His sense of humor, style and professionalism were great; perfect for guests. Jeff had the crowd engaged and laughing. Jeff was a delight, like a breath of fresh air for a typically serious, conservative crowd. Jeff helped make our gala event a memorial evening.” - Beatriz Valdez Ontiveros, Event Coordinator Lockheed Martin

“Jeff was very entertaining to watch and listen to at Rooster T-Feathers [comedy club]. His message is clear, funny and hilarious. He crosses cultural barriers without offense that we can all laugh at. The world is full of beautiful people and Jeff not only allows you to see it... but laugh at it. Great job Jeff, I look forward to watching you sore and reach your goals.” - Dr. Cree Guardino

“Our big birthday celebration was a total blast at RoosterTs! Jeff was hilarious and our party of 20 enjoyed a fabulous time! Jeff’s sincerity, wit and expressions were entertaining and funny. We will look for Jeff at all the hot comedy spots from now on.” - Maryanne B

Visit Jeff’s Website at: http://www.jeffapplebaum.com

Clubs
The Improv: San Jose, CA
The Green Room: San Francisco, CA
Rooster T Feathers: Sunnyvale, CA
Cobb’s Comedy Club: San Francisco, CA
Bellagio Hotel: Las Vegas, NV
Laughs Unlimited: Sacramento, CA
Little Fox Theater: Redwood City, CA
Crow’s Nest: Santa Cruz, CA
Big Lil’s Comedy Cabaret: San Jose, CA
Herbst Theater: San Francisco, CA
Tommy T’s: Concord, CA
Pepperbelly’s Comedy Club: Fairfield, CA

Performed With
Richard Lewis, Bobby Slayton, Robert Schimmel, Mickey Joseph, David Alan Moss, Clinton Jackson, Dan St. Paul, David Feldman, Jack Mayberry, Robert Hawkins, Mark Pitta, Tom Rhoads, Grace White, Amy Anderson, Robert Duchaine, Monique Marvez, Stephen B, Brian Malow, and many more.

Television / Radio / Film
“Stand-Up It’s Thursday Nite” on KRON4 - TV (3 shows)
PBS Special – “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” with Robert Kiyosaki
TV Pilot – “The Oath”
TV Commercials: Acura; Hong Kong Tourism Board – San Francisco, CA and Hong Kong
Featured Guest: KSCU - 103.3 FM (1 hour interview, live radio)
Corporate Videos: “Internet Learning Series” and “Designer’s Documentary” – Principal
Music Video: “Deal With It” – Writer, Producer, Director, and main actor
Feature Film: “The Pursuit of Happyness” – with Will Smith (in production)

Theater
“The Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey, & Dean – The Rat Pack.” – Plays Joey Bishop – principal. Cast by Sandy Hackett, Buddy Hackett’s son. Performs in San Francisco and Las Vegas.

Corporate
InterNet Associates: Summer Conference (Sacramento & Anaheim, CA); Free Enterprise Conference (Sacramento); E-Commerce Symposium (San Jose, CA); Janz Spring Leadership (Vancouver, BC); Communication & Business Development Convention (San Francisco, Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Oakland, Irvine, Glendale, Stockton, Palmdale, CA; and Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Boston, MA, Boise, ID, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC, Milwaukee, WI, Indianapolis, IN, Albuquerque, NM, Orlando, FL, Maui, HI, Las Croabas, Puerto Rico); Cadence International Users Group (San Jose), Lockheed Martin Holiday Events (Sunnyvale, CA); United Way Fundraiser (San Jose, CA); Silver Creek Church (San Jose, CA), Soroptimist International (Auburn, CA), Dental Conference, San Francisco, CA, Lions Club International: San Jose, CA.

Training
Neil Leiberman, The Comedy Coach®, San Francisco, CA
Dr. Stanley H. Brobston, Syosset, NY (Voice)
Lydia Esslinger, Syosset, NY (Acting)