Today we’d like to introduce you to Curtis Taylor The 3rd
Hi Curtis, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Originally from San Jose, California, Curtis Taylor the 3rd, has been doing comedy since 2011. A graduate of The Academy of Arts University in San Francisco, CA. An honorary member of the Santa Cruz Comedy Coalition, Bakersfield Comedy Community, and becoming a name bouncing around Los Angeles comedy scene. Curtis’s good natured manner, impeccable dress and dance moves have earned him a welcome spot throughout the state of California, Oregon, Nevada and Idaho. From being the two times winning in Bay vs LA competition at the Comedy Store in 2013; to becoming the four time’s Winner of the Internet Hype Award at The Northwest Black Comedy Festival. That is held in Portland, Or.
Curtis Taylor the Third is an engaging performance that involves act outs, voices, and creative relatable moments of his life. Each family, friends or colleagues experience brings a special connected.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
In the 12 years of stand-up comedy that I’ve consistently have done. What I’ve seen as an obstacle and a challenge. Has always ended up as a blessing, An opportunity, or A lesson. Each of the three, Has grown my character and my moral by going through those situations. To step on stage & talk about those moments of obstacles and challenging experience with my own comedic fashion. When you hear laughter from the audience connected to same day to day challenges. It sparks something I’ve been trying to put into words but it Is the reason why I haven’t taken a break from this career of stand up comedy. .
That’s why I believe in the Japanese word called ‘Kaizen’. Which means to get one percent better each and every day. I’ve been embodying this Philosophy this year & I’ve noticed a bigger impact and a jovial effect from the audience I’ve performed in front of.
So yeah… May life keep bringing me obstacles and challenges to overcome. So I can bring laughter and connection to the people who want to pay for live entertainment
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am proud of the people who’ve been there for me since 2011. The comedy clubs that have paid me and business owners who treated me more like family instead of an employee. Not to mention, The artists who inspire me to keep being my authentic self because they are doing the same. Lastly, my family & the homies who been there for me since the beginning & let me sleep on there couch when I had no place else to go.
It may seem like I don’t have a big following on my social media platforms but whenever I travel to a place. Whether it’s my first time setting foot in that city or an old stomping ground where I’ve sharpened my skills. There has always been a moment when I make a connection with an acquaintance who is mutually authentic and equally genuine to develop a kinship with me.
It might be that I’m single but who knows!
What’s next?
To keep being authentic, making genuine connections with venues who believe in my artistic talent wherever these places are & being thankful for the opportunity to get paid for my value.
Personally, the only way you’ll see my plans for the future is to buy a ticket to laugh so hard it makes you realize you’re not alone.
Pricing:
- $650.00 for feature set
- $300 to be an open
- Email or social media direct message me for budget negotiations
Contact Info:
- Instagram: Curtistaylor3rd
- Facebook: CurtistaylorIII
- Twitter: Curtistaylor3rd
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@curtistaylor3rd?si=FbHsLhQ_tfiMIurv
