Shantz's first big push into comedy was on the WDVE Morning Show in Pittsburgh way back in September of "97", where he was sucked into doing a live comedy cut. Loving the hell out of it... one week later... he hit open mic night at the Pittsburgh FunnyBone, which helped develop a polished act that storms crowds internationally.

Having performed in clubs, colleges, and casinos for all types of audiences from L.A. to New York, Ireland to Germany... Shantz has become a veteran of comedy! He established himself as a regular in "The Friars of Beverly Hills" working with many of todays top comedians. In addition to performing in clubs all over Los Angeles, he produced an array of comedy events. You may also have found him working as an audience coordinator/promoter for Jimmy Kimmel Live: as well as shows on MTV and Comedy Central.

After years of performing standup in the States, Shantz decided to take his act across the pond to Ireland. Within a few short months he has become a formidable force on the Irish circuit. Coordinating shows at the RDS, and performing in all the comedy clubs across Ireland to redefine his act. It's paying off in a big way and Shantz is making a name as one of the best American acts in Ireland.

From his days on stage with Weird Al in front of 5,000 children and parents to his St. Patrick's day parade show extravaganza for 10,000 drunkards. Clean and funny or down and dirty, Shantz can deliver. Even if it's standing in front of one person in an elevator, making people laugh is what he loves to do. Whatever the situation Shantz is always on top of his game!

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