erik on the tonight show

The Tonight Show has long been infamous as the springboard for many notable careers; Jerry Seinfeld, Jeff Foxworthy, Tim Allen and Roseanne Barr to name a few.  The chance to not only be a guest but to make a comedy debut is an honor that every Stand Up Comedian dreams of.
 
On Friday May 20th, 2011, comedian Erik Rivera will be flattered to receive that honor.
 
Tune in to NBC on Friday at 11:35pm/10:35c - or log on for details
(www.nbc.com/the-tonight-show)

boston comedy festival

The Boston Comedy Festival started in 2000 with the mission of bringing the top new talent in the country together with the top talent scouts and industry to create a place were comedians could be seen and get opportunities in the art of making people laugh. They continue to grow and change with this goal in mind - creating an award system to honor those who have distinguished themselves and building a foundation of excellence that up and coming talent can strive to build their own careers on. As they expand and grow, they've been able to bring outstanding talent out on tour not only around theaters in the USA but to entertain our troops around the world.

On May 15th, 2011 the Boston Comedy Festival came to the world famous Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, CA for their first round of head to head competition amongst 72 Comedians. Each comic performed a tight 5 minute set in front of industry judges and 12 finalists were chosen. Join your favorite comedian, Erik Rivera as he advances to the Final Round for a chance to be selected for the Boston Comedy Festival and a cash prize of $2,500.

Wednesday May 18th, 2011 at the Ice House Comedy Club at 7pm, Pasadena, Ca. For more information: 

www.icehousecomedy.com

National Mexican Museum - Chicago

Comcast & Si TV Present 'Latino 101 Comedy Night' VIP Event Featuring Latino Comedy Stars

Comcast and Si TV, the English-language cable television network targeted to bi-cultural Latinos, are presenting a VIP event "Latino 101 Comedy Night". This special comedy event features performances by comedians Joey Medina, Aida Rodriguez and yours truly Erik Rivera, who are among the stars of Si TV's popular original comedy series, Latino 101. Additionally, local Chicago comedian Joey Villagomez will give a special performance, and the event will be taped for airing on local video-on-demand.

'Latino 101 Comedy Night' is presented by Comcast and Si TV, and co-sponsored by Columbia College, the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus and the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Illinois - Tuesday, April 19, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the National Museum of Mexican Art. 1852 West 19th Street, Chicago

Comcast Corporation is one of the nation's leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.  Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable and in the development, production and distribution of entertainment, news, sports and other content for global audiences through NBCUniversal.  Comcast Cable is one of the nation's largest video, high-speed Internet and phone providers to residential and business customers.  Comcast is the majority owner and manager of NBCUniversal, which owns and operates entertainment and news cable networks, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, local television station groups, television production operations, a major motion picture company and theme parks.

For more information - http://www.sitv.com/vipcomedynight

final 4

"Duke!," "Final Four" or "Where'd VCU come from?" Those are things
that may come to mind when thinking about March Madness - but at The Comedy Store - March Madness has taken on a whole new meaning.

The World Famous Comedy Store will present its own version of the
Final Four this Sunday Night - April 3rd at 8 p.m. After a month of
intense - and hilarious - head-to-head standup competition, it comes
down to NYC's Hailey Boyle, Nicholas Anthony, Samba Schutte & yours
truly Erik Rivera!

Only one shall emerge victorious.

All four comedians have survived a grueling joke-off that began almost
four weeks ago, with 64 aspiring comedians all angling for prizes
including cash, headshots and a weekend of being featured at the La
Jolla Comedy Store.

FINALS TICKETS are still available, so get yours today and come root on your favorite comedian (ahem - I do mean me).

half marathon

On May 7^th, 2011 I will be joining Team Fox in the run against Parkinson’s. I will attempt my first half marathon – the Santa Barbara Half Marathon in Santa Ynez, California. Help me reach my fundraising goal of $1,000 – every little bit helps. Let us get closer to finding a cure for Parkinson’s Disease!  

This cause is one that is near and dear to me, as a few years ago my father was diagnosed with Parkinson's. It has been a tough battle not only for him but my family. This race is a small way for me to not only help him but the millions of people suffering from this disease.

The training process has been grueling. I never thought of myself as a runner - but with the help of my fiancee who has been nothing but supportive, I'm ready for this challenge. I will not only be running with Team Fox, but with her by my side.

Click on the link and donate! It doesn't have to be a huge donation - every little bit helps.