Join us at 222 Speakeasy (222 W 79th St, Upper West Side NYC) on November 14th, 2025 at 7:00 PM for Stand Up and Salute — a special comedy night dedicated to honoring America’s Veterans.
This exclusive Veterans Day comedy showcase features a lineup of professional comedians who are either Veterans themselves or directly related to Veterans. Expect raw honesty, smart humor, military-life stories, and big laughs — all while celebrating service, sacrifice, and patriotism.
Calvin Hunt – A New York-based comedian whose background and local perspective bring a grounded, relatable comedy style to this event. Bruce Patrick – An emerging talent whose comedic flair and timing make him a standout in the veteran-oriented comedy scene.Julius Carr – Bringing a fresh voice to the stage, Julius pairs sharp timing with sharp insights, connecting personal stories to universal themes of resilience.Mark Vegas – A U.S. Marine veteran turned stand-up comedian and filmmaker, known for opening for top names in comedy and bringing his service experience into his act. James Grimm – A stand-up comic and creator whose recent performances highlight his sharp observational wit and dynamic stage presence
Featuring: James Grimm • Mark Vegas • Julius Carr • Bruce Patrick • Calvin Hunt Headliner: Jay Lawrence Hosted by: Ying Viglian
Jay Lawrence – The big finish of the night. With decades of experience delivering stand-up comedy, Jay brings a seasoned presence and veteran-friendly humor that ties the evening together.Ying Viglian – A previous environmental engineer turned comedian, a fresh off-boat immigrant is now an American by choice, a tiger mom who raised 3 kids single-handedly
222 Speakeasy, a hidden cocktail lounge on the Upper West Side, is known for small-room comedy, live music nights, and handcrafted food & drinks — making this the perfect intimate space to honor our troops and enjoy an evening of high-quality stand-up comedy. Click here to inquire about private parties.
This event is highly recommended for: – Veterans & active service members – Military families – Comedy fans who love NYC underground stand-up – Anyone looking for a meaningful Veterans Day weekend night out – Upper West Side locals looking for great nightlife and cocktails
