Lissa Lenis is a New York City-based stand-up comedian, actress, writer, host and producer from Queens. A proud Puerto Rican and Colombian performer, Lissa brings bold storytelling, sharp observations and unapologetic humor to the stage. She has performed at the New York Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, the Cleveland Comedy Festival and the Oakland Comedy Festival, as well as top comedy venues including New York Comedy Club, The Stand, Greenwich Village Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, Union Hall and Chicago’s Lincoln Lodge.

Lissa’s television, digital and media credits include Netflix’s Survival of the Thickest, Vice TV, NY1, CUNY TV, Subway Takes and Han on the Street, with recognition from The New York Times, The New Yorker and Time Out New York. She has worked with brands including CoverGirl, Maybelline, Uber Eats, Applebee’s and Eventbrite, and has opened for nationally touring comedians. Lissa is available for stand-up comedy shows, television and film roles, hosting, writing, podcasts, festivals, branded content and private events in New York City and nationwide.