Chicago's own Latin Diva of Comedy is a regular fixture on WGN 720AM Steve Cochran's Radio Show!
Patti Vasquez is a Chicago native who treads through life with the spectre of mixed Irish and Latino parentage hanging constantly over her. She takes a wry look at work, family, and society. She appeared as a Fresh Mug at the Chicago Comedy Festival in '98, and appeared in '99 in the Sophomore showcase. Her TV appearances include NBC'sFriday Night, and ABC News-Chicago's specialNuevo Millenium.
Few comedians working today have the charm and charisma of Patti Vasquez. Call it humor with a heart. She has been working since 1994 and has appeared throughout the United States and across Canada. She has worked at many of the major comedy clubs, including Zanies in Chicago, the Improv in Los Angeles and Caroline's in New York. She has shared the stage with Bill Maher, Jackie Mason, Richard Lewis, Lewis Black, Brian Regan, Dom Irrera and many others.
Her unique perspective on politics, family and relationships can only be described as refreshing. Her stories about growing up in an Irish-Mexican-American family cause laughter at the unique but all too familiar situations. And who hasn't worked in an unsatisfying job or experienced those humiliating moments at the doctor's office. PATTI VASQUEZ brings these everyday events to life in each performance.
PATTI VASQUEZ, who is an outspoken advocate for breast cancer research, has created a clever and tongue-in-cheek campaign to get men more involved and interested in breast cancer research and events. She hilariously explains why she wears a pink ribbon during her performance and shares her ideas and slogans for the new movement during her show.
Never at a loss for words, PATTI VASQUEZ relates intimate moments from her life and relationships. She involves the audience as she shares her stories and opinions. Many fans come to see her just to catch up on what's going on in her life.
