Dwayne Kennedy continued...     WRITING Orlando Jones Show - Writer/Performer - FX Card Party (pilot presentation) - Writer - Comedy Central How High Punch-up - Universal Films   FESTIVALS/ LIVE PERFORMANCES 2002 US Comedy Arts Festival - Aspen (Jury Award for Best Stand Up) 2001 Bumbershoots - Seattle 2000 Montreal Just For Laughs 1998-2002 Chicago Comedy Festival - CA, London England   VENUES PERFORMED - STAND UP Caroline’s - New York Improv, Los Angeles The Comic Strip - New York Improv, Brea The Comedy Cellar - New York Largo, Los Angeles Cobbs - San Francisco Zanies, Chicago Improv - Chicago   BIO Dwayne Kennedy, a Chicago native, has developed into one of the nation’s top comedians. His social commentary and satirical diversions demonstrate a comic genius that is truly unique. Touted as "One of Today’s Most Insightful Comedians," he has performed his stand-up act in comedy clubs nationwide, and most recently, was awarded The Jury Award for best stand-up at the 2002 US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen. His television appearances include a half-hour special for Comedy Central, The Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Last year, Dwayne starred in his own half-hour comedy special for Showtime. An accomplished actor, Dwayne has made numerous guest appearances on television programs that include the hit series, Seinfeld and Martin. Included among his many his film credits are How High, Desperation Boulevard, Amy Stiller’s Breast and Talkin’ Dirty after Dark. Dwayne Kennedy’s comedic style incorporates an exceptional mixture of razor-sharp wit, biting satire, and social consciousness that consistently leaves audiences desperate for more.