our founders and hosts

Aric Grooms was born and raised in Southern Ohio but now calls NYC home.  Aric is co-founder and host of Very Good Comedy Show.  When he's not on the VGCS stage, you can find him at comedy clubs all over NYC and around the country.  If he's not doing one of those, he's probably taking a nap.

Butler, PA native Robert Punchur is a long time regular on the New York City comedy scene and he is the co-founder and host of Very Good Comedy Show.  Robert is also a successful model and actor, in addition to being an all around Neat Guy!

MattDV is an accomplished filmmaker and comedian, in addition to being a co-founder of Very Good Comedy Show.  MattDV is also the face of the non-profit I'm So Newark, a charity that helps released prisoners reenter society by teaching them filmmaking skills.  

From its very first show, Jeff Manno has been the musical leader and Chief Audio Officer of Very Good Comedy Show!  You can find Jeff and his band, Jeff's House in venues all across New York City, Long Island and the surrounding areas.