Henry Cho joined the hottest Asian American Comics for the Funniest Night of the Year.   Lodestone Theatre Ensemble showcased the All-Star Asian American Comedy Jam, a fundraising event designed to increase the awareness of Asian American talent as well as assist Lodestone in its ongoing theatrical and community endeavors. 

The All Star Asian American Comedy Jam was hosted by Gedde Watanabe (ER, Edtv), who in an ironic twist of fate portrayed Long Duk Dong in Sixteen Candles  a never-to-be-forgotten bane to many Asian American boys growing up in this country.  Headlining All-Star Asian American Comedy Jam was critically-acclaimed comedian Henry Cho (who left Hollywood at the height of his popularity) and MADtv’s Bobby Lee, whose stand-up routines have been featured on The Tonight Show, NBC’s Late Night and Comedy Central’s Premium Blend. 

Photo at left:  Left, Gedde Watanabe  Right, Ray Chang.  Promotional products courtesy of Zhen Cosmetics for Asian Women.

The All-Star Asian American Comedy Jam would not have been complete without the comic talents of Mark Fernandez – winner of NBC’s comedy search, Dr. Ken Jeong, Kayo, Phil Nee from the comedy improv group Cold Tofu, Dan Gabriel, Amy Anderson, Rex Navarrete, Erin Quill,  and Dat Phan. 

From the Lodestone press release, "... In its effort to increase diversity on television and specifically to reach out to the Asian American community, FOX Broadcasting has agreed to sponsor this year’s event and will offer a sneak peek” of one of its new upcoming shows.  In targeting the young and hip, it made perfect sense for FOX to come on board and support Lodestone’s All-Star Asian American Comedy Jam.  According to FOX Entertainment's Senior Vice President of Diversity, Mitsy Wilson, the decision to come on board was quite easy."

Lodestone Theatre Ensemble’s mission is to develop, create, promote and present edgy, compelling and impassioned works that bridge communities through truthful and entertaining artistry. 

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from left to right:  Mark Fernandez, Dat Phan, Kayo, Gedde Watanabe, Amy Anderson, Rex Naverete, and Phil Nee