Myq Kaplan

Myq Kaplan’s distinct comedic voice first garnered significant recognition as a semifinalist in both the Boston Comedy Festival and the Seattle Comedy Competition in 2006. He further solidified his standing as a finalist in Comedy Central’s ‘Open Mic Fight’ competition in 2007, leading to a reader poll by Boston’s The Phoenix naming him Local Comedian of the Year in 2008. Kaplan was invited to perform at Montreal’s prestigious Just for Laughs comedy festival in 2009, marking a significant milestone in his live performance career. Kaplan’s television career took off with appearances on prominent national shows, including ‘The Tonight Show’ in 2009, ‘The Late Show with David Letterman’ from 2011 to 2012, ‘Conan,’ and ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ in 2014.

This success was followed by ‘Please Be Seated’ in 2012 and ‘No Kidding’ in 2017. His album ‘A.K.A.’ debuted at number one in 2020, with The New York Times describing it as ‘invigoratingly funny’ and listing it among five ‘coronavirus best new comedy specials’ the same year. Maintaining a rigorous performance schedule, Kaplan has conducted regular North American tours, performing over a thousand shows at various comedy clubs, solidifying his reputation as a seasoned and in-demand live performer. His consistent output of highly regarded specials and albums, coupled with extensive national television exposure and critical recognition, underscores his enduring appeal and significant contributions to the stand-up comedy landscape.