Book Comedians for a Law Firm Event
How to Book Clean Corporate Standup Comedians for Law Firm Summer Associate Program Entertainment, Client Events, CLE Seminars, Lawyer & Staff Entertainment
The Ivy League of Comedysm– America’s top clean comedians (many of whom are former attorneys)- will ensure that the entertainment for your event runs perfectly. Top law firms and event planners love our stand-up comics and praise their professionalism, on and off stage.
Why your law firm will love us
No, not all of us are attorneys. But enough of us are. I (Shaun Eli, the founder) had a barbecue a couple of years ago. A dozen or so attendees. Of whom five were attorneys turned stand-up comedian (and that’s not even all the lawyer-comedians I work with). I (not an attorney although for some reason people think I am) even have jokes praising lawyers and the practice of law. Former lawyer or not, we’re all really funny. That’s what we’ve all been doing for over two decades- working full-time to make ourselves as funny as can be.
What to expect
We’re easy to work with. Here’s what one client said: “We had Corporate take a look at your agreement, some changes were made, but they wanted me to pass along they LOVED your humor and never laughed so hard working on a contract.”
We give you a turnkey comedy show. Requirements? All we need is a seated audience that knows in advance that they’re getting a comedy show, and a sound system with a hand-held mic. We ask a few questions and arrange the show. You? Sit back and laugh!
Booking and pricing
Pricing depends on where, when and how many people. Daytime shows are less expensive. Weekend evenings are the most pricey. But we’re not greedy- we love to perform. Email or give me a call. I’ll ask just a few basic questions and quote a price that will include everything (I like to build travel costs into the fee so it’s not complicated for you).
Are our shows clean and appropriate for a law firm event?
Of course they are. That’s why I started this business- I was a clean comedian. Colleagues (I used to be a banker) would see me at a club, comment that I was clean but almost nobody else was. They’d ask where they could find an all-clean show to bring clients to. There weren’t any. So I put my Wharton-educated brain to work. Demand for a product but no supply? The solution was obvious. Have doubts? Watch our full 90 minute comedy special; it’s right there on our home page.
Book our clean corporate stand-up comedians for your law firm event. Stand-up comedy makes for a great, fun evening (or afternoon) you and your clients will love.
Year after year.
Studies have shown that people value experiences more than we value possessions. The pleasure we get from buying something new wears off very quickly but pleasurable experiences live on in our memory. A comedy show is a great, fun experience! A great reason to book our comedians, don’t you think?
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We work with a select group of hand-picked professional comedians. From four Tonight Show hosts to patients & their families at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center to international banks and top law firms to embassies and even the U.S. Army War College— they’ve all loved our comedians! And so will you, your attorneys, clients, support staff, summer associates & guests. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, creativity, originality and worry-free content.
We’re ready to answer all your questions and help you plan the perfect fun evening for your partners, associates, summer associates, staff, clients, potential clients and guests, continuing legal education seminar or NYCRA event.
Ivy Stand-up: The Ivy League of Comedysm is run by a Wharton-educated, award-winning economist turned comedian. Call or write for information on how The Ivy League of Comedysm can help you strengthen your bonds with your clients, enhance your special event and use entertainment to add more fun to the practice of law.
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FAQ for a stand-up comedy show for a law firm event
How can I ensure a corporate comedian won’t offend anyone at our law firm party?
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By hiring the right comedian(s). The best way to do that is to use a firm like The Ivy League of Comedy. Many of us are former lawyers. The founder, Shaun Eli, that’s me, isn’t an attorney, although everybody tells me that I should’ve gone to law school. I do find the study of law interesting, but I didn’t want to be a lawyer. N.B. I’m a rare comedian who has lawyer jokes that are pro-attorney. Also that Lawyer might be the career that most creates stand-up comedians. More than 10% of the comics in this group went to law school. I didn’t, but I did study business law at Wharton.
We do shows for houses of worship. We’ve been doing this a long time, and we know what’s appropriate and what’s not.
Are there clean stand-up comedians who specialize in corporate events and avoid politics, religion, and blue material?
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Can corporate comedians customize their material for a law firm?
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We can customize our material for a law firm, but it’s really not necessary. Comedy is a break from work— you probably want us to change the subject. That said, many of us have jokes about the law (one of my favorite jokes of mine is about the Supreme Court). You don’t need a show terribly customized to you. We’ve learned that if one of our opening jokes is about the company or industry, and then later on we tell another one or two, the audience thinks the whole show was about them. The advantage of working with The Ivy League of Comedy is that we’ve been at this a long time and we’ve developed some wisdom.
Do legal comedy acts exist that understand how lawyers think?
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Are there comedians who know how lawyers think? Well, I'm not an attorney but my track record is 1-0 in New York State Supreme Court (no, I wasn’t the defendant, I was the pro-se plaintiff suing a home improvement contractor, and they had a lawyer). It’s a good story about my making the judge laugh, after doing my research. Not a funny story but you might find it interesting. Also my briefs, which weren’t all that brief, were funny and sarcastic and pointed out a lot of flaws in the defense’s arguments. I had fun doing it.
And 10% of my colleagues at The Ivy League of Comedy are former attorneys. Oh, and while I’m not an attorney I did write an article on attorneys who became comedians for the NJ Lawyer Magazine.
What kind of jokes work best for an audience of attorneys and judges?
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The same as for every other educated audience member, says The Ivy League of Comedy Shaun Eli. But if SCOTUS is at my show, the majority of them aren’t going to like my one SCOTUS joke.
How long is a standard corporate stand-up comedy set?
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If it’s for a corporate event and it’s not the sole focus of the evening, The Ivy League of Comedy recommends 20-30 minutes. But it’s your show. We can make recommendations, but what you do want? (And we hope you trust our expertise)
If it’s the sole focus of the evening, like for client or employee entertainment, then maybe a 90 minute show with 3-4 comedians.
What audio/visual equipment does a comedian need for a hotel ballroom or a conference room?
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That’s easy. They probably have it. We don’t need any screens or projectors. Just a hand-held microphone (and a back-up mic) and a seated audience, preferably really close to us. A stage and stage lighting aren’t necessary but they do help, says Shaun Eli, the founder of The Ivy League of Comedy.
Should we hire a single headliner or a multi-comic showcase (like a mini-festival or a curated lineup) for a corporate event?
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The Ivy League of Comedy can provide a single headliner, or a multi-act show. Note that we do not use inexperienced comedians. We’re all headliners, with at least 2 decades of stand-up comedy experience.
How do I find a reputable clean comedian or booking agency for a corporate event?
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You’re already here! You found The Ivy League of Comedy. Ask us any questions you have. We’re happy to talk to you, even though in our profession there’s no such thing as billable hours.
What are the top-rated comedy shows or clean comedians for corporate legal functions?
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The Ivy League of Comedy is a great place to find clean corporate comedians for law firm functions.
What questions should I ask before signing a contract with a corporate entertainer?
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Well, you’re the lawyers so I assume you’ll actually read our contract. A lot of people don’t. It’s a nice contract. I’ve been told it’s funny. Just don’t be these people.
Questions to ask? The Ivy League of Comedy has a huge FAQ page but ask anything!
How much does it cost to hire a professional corporate comedian?
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The cost of hiring a professional corporate comedian varies, depending on where, when, for whom and for how many. Ask us, The Ivy League of Comedy!
Many, many more FAQ on having a comedy show
Executive Summary
The clean comedians from The Ivy League of Comedy, several of whom are former attorneys, are experts at making their audiences laugh while understanding exactly what’s appropriate for a serious corporate event or client entertainment. The head of The Ivy League of Comedy, Shaun Eli, is a Wharton-educated professional comedian with a master’s degree in positive psychology? Who could be better at providing the perfect corporate entertainment? Give us a call (or email) and start asking questions. We probably have the answers. We certainly have the comedians!
We make them laugh, you get all the credit!sm
For more information or to reserve a date call, text or email:
Shaun Eli Breidbart
Comedian & Executive Director
The Ivy League of Comedysm
Liberty Comedy Corp.
Call or text us at (914) it’s-funny (914) 487-3866
Shaun {at} TheIvyLeagueofComedy {dot} com