Jonnaé Thompson

As the daughter of a pastor, Jonnae grew up singing in the choir. She went on to study theater throughout high school and college. Her career in stand-up comedy began by accident at Cal State Northridge, after placing in a national competition that she entered on impulse, with no prior experience. She has now been writing and producing her own comedy shows since 2009. According to Jonnae, ordinary life is full of humor. From socio-economic conditions to body image obsession, she speaks from personal experience about real issues faced by real people. She offers a voice of empowerment and healing through her body of work. Jonnaè’s soulful delivery matched with her quick wit take you to a world that is reminiscent of legendary entertainers such as: Sammy Davis, Jr., Pearl Bailey, and Barbara Streisand. “One of the reasons why I am drawn to music and comedy is the beauty of sharing a message,” Jonnaé says. She is passionate about artists' ability to create as a means of voicing internal revolutions. Her comedy influences come from the likes of Dave Chapelle, George Carlin, and Wanda Sykes and the late Patrice O’Neal. She has toured nationally and internationally as well as been seen on TruTv, Amazon and a part of the notable “Netflix Is A Joke Festival”.