Native Voices, Big Laughs: A Night of Indigenous Comedy
Get ready for a powerhouse evening of laughter, culture, and storytelling as “Legends of Native American Comedy” brings three acclaimed Indigenous comedians to the Wheeler stage. This high-energy showcase features Jim Ruel, Ernest Tsosie III, and Monique Moreau—each offering a unique perspective and voice rooted in Native experience and identity.
Jim Ruel is a comedian, writer, and filmmaker from the Bay Mills Band of Ojibwe. A finalist in NBC’s Diversity Talent Search, he has appeared on Goin’ Native: The American Indian Comedy Slam (Showtime), The World Stands Up, and First Nations Comedy Experience. He currently co-hosts the Hollywood NDNz podcast and runs Frybread Productions, a Native-owned media company.
Ernest Tsosie III is a veteran actor and comedian whose credits include Netflix’s Rez Ball and recurring roles on AMC’s Longmire, Better Call Saul, Dark Winds, and NBC’s Rutherford Falls. A seasoned performer, he’s brought his quick wit to stages across the country, including the Laugh Factory, House of Comedy, and the Kennedy Center.
Monique Moreau is an autistic Cree/Saulteaux comedian, writer, and musician whose razor-sharp comedy has taken her around the globe. She’s performed at the Edinburgh Fringe, Melbourne Comedy Festival, and San Francisco Sketchfest, and has opened for Nick Kroll, Sarah Cooper, and Anthony Jeselnik. Her writing credits include Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go and American Girl.
Together, these three bring bold, fresh, and hilarious Native perspectives to the stage in a show that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.
