GenXish
GenXish
GenXish GenX Comedians for Everyone. Join us for an evening of sharp wit and relatable humor with "Gen Xish," featuring two of the comedy scene's standout performers: Paul Farahvar and Kristen Toomey.
Paul Farahvar brings his unique, quick-witted dry humor to the stage, drawing from his experiences as an aging bachelor and former trial litigator. A staple in the Chicago comedy scene, Paul has toured nationally, sharing stages with headliners like Jen Kirkman, Demetri Martin, and Gary Gulman. His accolades include being a runner-up for Best Stand-Up Comedian in the Chicago Reader (2021) and hosting the acclaimed podcast "SINGLES ONLY!" Paul's comedy specials, including "Always a Groomsman" on Dry Bar and "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" with Helium Comedy Studios, showcase his comedic prowess.
Kristen Toomey is known for her unapologetically truthful and energetic comedy style. Since beginning her stand-up career in 2008, she has headlined clubs across North America and the UK. Her debut album, "Mother. Fucker," topped the iTunes charts, and her recent micro special produced by Zanies Chicago garnered over 300K views. With viral reels amassing over 20 million views, Kristen's popularity continues to soar. She has performed at prestigious festivals like Just For Laughs in Montreal and Netflix Is A Joke Festival 2024, and has opened for notable comedians including Colin Quinn and Natasha Leggero. You can catch her stand-up on Kevin Hart’s LOL! Network and "Comedy In Color" streaming on Peacock. Don't miss this opportunity to see two of the most dynamic Gen X comedians deliver a night of laughter that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Abi Sanchez
Abi Sanchez is a Chicago-based standup comedian known for his razor-sharp wit and captivating stage presence. Born and raised in the Windy City, Abi has become a prominent figure in the local comedy scene and touring across the country with his quick-thinking humor and relatable storytelling.
Paul Farahvar
Chicago based Farahvar delights audiences with his unique, quick witted dry humor, centered on being an aging bachelor and former litigator. After becoming a staple on the Chicago Comedy Scene for a few years, he began touring in 2016, first as a handpicked feature for headliners like Demetri Martin, Jen Kirkman and Gary Gulman, and later as a headliner. With no manager or agent, he managed to build a following in multiple cities, even selling out rooms in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Scottsdale and Tampa in the last year. When he is not headlining he travels with Dusty Slay and Bret Ernst as their hand picked feature.
He was runner up in the Chicago Reader for Best Stand up Comedian in 2021 and was voted "Top 40 Up and Coming Comedians" in 2017. Prior to being a comedian, Farahvar was a trial litigator, earning the "Top 40 under 40" honor among judges and peers in Illinois. He is also the host of the Podcasts SINGLES ONLY! (SWSW 2020, Best Podcast 2021 (Chicago Reader) and was a regular guest host on WGN Radio. He played "Karam Haddad" on NBC's "Chicago Med" in 2017 and his Dry Bar special dropped in April, 2023.
Kristen Toomey
Kristen Toomey’s standup career began in 2008. Since then she has headlined comedy clubs all over North America and the UK. Her recent Micro Special, produced by Zanies Chicago, was well received with over 300K views. Currently, with back to back viral reels amassing 20M+ views, her follower count continues to skyrocket. Kristen's comedy style is unapologetically truthful and energetic, earning her the title of "Chicago Original" by The A.V. Club. Her debut album, "Mother. Fucker," hit #1 on iTunes, cementing her status as a force to be reckoned with. She can be seen regularly at the top clubs in New York and Chicago like The Stand, New York Comedy Club, Zanies and Laugh Factory.
Kristen has performed at numerous festivals such as the prestigious Just For Laughs in Montreal, Netflix Is A Joke Festival 2024, 312 Comedy Festival, Oddball Festival, Flyover in St. Louis and more.
She has opened for Colin Quinn, Chris Redd, Janelle James, Kyle Kinane, Natasha Leggero, Kevin Nealon, April Macie.
You can currently see her standup on Kevin Hart’s LOL! Network and Comedy In Color streaming on Peacock.
All Shows are 21+ unless otherwise specified.
- All Sales are Final. We do not allow refunds or exchanges unless the show is canceled or rescheduled.
We require a two-item minimum per person in the showroom. This can be met with any food or drink items from our menu.
Please call our box office or email us at comedyvaultbatavia@gmail.com for more information. We encourage all patrons with disabilities to contact us so we can make appropriate accommodations.
GenXish
GenX Comedians for Everyone.
Get ready for a night of laughter, sharp wit, and relatable humor with "GenXish," a monthly comedy showcase that brings the best of Gen X comedy to the stage! Hosted by the hilariously dynamic duo Paul Farahvar and Kristen Toomey, this show delivers fresh talent and new laughs every month.
Paul Farahvar charms audiences with his quick-witted, dry humor and unique takes on life as an aging bachelor and former trial litigator. A fixture in the Chicago comedy scene, Paul has shared stages with comedy heavyweights like Jen Kirkman and Demetri Martin and has earned accolades for his stand-up specials, including "Always a Groomsman" on Dry Bar Comedy.
Kristen Toomey brings her unapologetic truth and high-energy style to the stage. With viral reels boasting over 20 million views and credits from Just For Laughs and Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Kristen is one of the most dynamic comedians in the game today.
Each month, Paul and Kristen will introduce a fresh lineup of top-tier comedians to keep you laughing. Plus, enjoy throwback specials like Mad Dog 2020 and more to complete your Gen X experience.
Join us on Sunday, February 23rd, and every last Sunday of the month after that, for a showcase that proves laughter knows no generational bounds. Lineups announced closer to showtime—don’t miss out!
February 23rd's show will feature comedian Abi Sanchez.
Abi Sanchez is a Chicago-based standup comedian known for his razor-sharp wit and captivating stage presence. Born and raised in the Windy City, Abi has become a prominent figure in the local comedy scene and touring across the country with his quick-thinking humor and relatable storytelling.
We do not allow refunds, exchanges, transfers, or 3rd party tickets.
The original ticket holder must be present to gain access to our club.
If you are purchasing tickets as a present for someone else, please purchase a gift card instead.
This show is 21+.
Two item minimum purchase per person.
Check in at the Box Office at least 30 minutes before show.
GenXish GenX Comedians for Everyone. Join us for an evening of sharp wit and relatable humor with "Gen Xish," featuring two of the comedy scene's standout performers: Paul Farahvar and Kristen Toomey.
Paul Farahvar brings his unique, quick-witted dry humor to the stage, drawing from his experiences as an aging bachelor and former trial litigator. A staple in the Chicago comedy scene, Paul has toured nationally, sharing stages with headliners like Jen Kirkman, Demetri Martin, and Gary Gulman. His accolades include being a runner-up for Best Stand-Up Comedian in the Chicago Reader (2021) and hosting the acclaimed podcast "SINGLES ONLY!" Paul's comedy specials, including "Always a Groomsman" on Dry Bar and "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" with Helium Comedy Studios, showcase his comedic prowess.
Kristen Toomey is known for her unapologetically truthful and energetic comedy style. Since beginning her stand-up career in 2008, she has headlined clubs across North America and the UK. Her debut album, "Mother. Fucker," topped the iTunes charts, and her recent micro special produced by Zanies Chicago garnered over 300K views. With viral reels amassing over 20 million views, Kristen's popularity continues to soar. She has performed at prestigious festivals like Just For Laughs in Montreal and Netflix Is A Joke Festival 2024, and has opened for notable comedians including Colin Quinn and Natasha Leggero. You can catch her stand-up on Kevin Hart’s LOL! Network and "Comedy In Color" streaming on Peacock. Don't miss this opportunity to see two of the most dynamic Gen X comedians deliver a night of laughter that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Abi Sanchez
Paul Farahvar
Kristen Toomey
All Shows are 21+ unless otherwise specified.
- All Sales are Final. We do not allow refunds or exchanges unless the show is canceled or rescheduled.
We require a two-item minimum per person in the showroom. This can be met with any food or drink items from our menu.
Please call our box office or email us at comedyvaultbatavia@gmail.com for more information. We encourage all patrons with disabilities to contact us so we can make appropriate accommodations.