Name: The Hope & Anchor Comedy Night
Start: 2026-01-10T20:00:00-06:00
Location: The Hope & Anchor

The Hope & Anchor Comedy Night:
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
$10 Cover
Show starts at 8pm
Make sure to Call the Hope & Anchor (815-633-2552) during normal business hours to get a Reservation of a Table or chance walk-up availability the night of the show.
Comics for the Night:
Host Mark Krikorian (Chicago)
Guest Feature: Zoe Dodson (Chicago)
Main Feature: Brando Harris (Chicago)
Headliner: AJ Leidig (Chicago)
Comedian Bio's for the Night:
Host Mark Krikorian is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian known for his sharp observations, self-aware humor, and confident, relatable storytelling. He has performed at top clubs including Zanies Old Town, Zanies Rosemont, Laugh Factory Chicago, and Batavia Comedy Vault. Mark also runs and hosts multiple comedy shows throughout the Chicagoland area, consistently building strong lineups and packed rooms. His comedy blends honesty, edge, and precision, delivering laughs that feel personal without trying too hard.
Guest Feature Zoe Dodson is a bit of a new face in the comedy scene and is ready to leave audiences asking, “Where did she come from?” You can find her showcasing a style that is goofy (and surprisingly dark) at Zanies, The Second City, Laugh Factory, and numerous other venues around Chicago.
Main Feature Brando Harris is a Chicago-based comedian and producer known for his rapid-fire punchlines, chaotic storytelling, and effortlessly likable presence. His comedy blends wild personal history, relationship chaos, and parenting as a biracial father to an even more biracial son. Brando has performed at clubs all over the city, including regular spots at Zanies, where he released his micro-set special “My White Son” on YouTube. He’s been featured on Roast Battle Chicago and performed at the prestigious 312 Comedy Festival in 2023- 2025. Whether he’s unpacking childhood trauma, cracking jokes about race and family, or oversharing about his messy love life, Brando keeps it real—and real funny.
Headliner AJ Leidig is a Chicago-based stand up comedian. AJ started making videos online during college and quickly developed a following of over 100,000 on various social media apps. Now he uses the writing and story-telling ability on stages across the country. AJ has performed at the Vic Theater in Chicago, the Comedy Store in LA, and the Comedy Mothership in Austin. He opens for Noel Miller, Matt McCusker, and many more.