"Since bursting onto the NYC comedy scene in 2004, Erik Rivera's name has become synonymous with comedy. His “boy next door” good looks and unique perspective make him one of today’s fastest rising young comedians. With quick wit, commanding stage presence, charisma and an infectious smile, Rivera has become a favorite act at comedy clubs, events and colleges throughout the country.
A regular at NYC and LA comedy clubs such as The Comedy Cellar, Comic Strip Live, Gotham Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory and The Comedy & Magic Club, Erik’s star is quickly rising! This year he was honored to make his Late Night debut on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, a recognition that has been a springboard to many comedy greats. Since that prestigious opportunity, Rivera has proven to be on the top of everyone's list. The National Council of La Raza and NBC reached out and tapped Erik as a presenter and official spokesperson for the 2011 ALMA Awards and NCLR. NUVO TV also hand selected Erik as their official spokesperson for Hispanic Heritage Month, presenting a daily Factiño commercial series. Rivera is steadily becoming a familiar face on cable networks nationwide as he’s also appeared numerous times on MTV Tr3s, Comedy Central, TV Guide and most recently NUVO TV's Latino 101.
With his diverse audience reach and unparalleled work ethic, Erik is one of the most requested comedians working today. In 2010, he had the privilege of being chosen by NBC to represent their network’s Stand-Up for Diversity College Tour. The tour took Rivera from coast to coast, bringing laughter to over fifty colleges and universities. During the 2009 Holiday season, Erik served as the spokesperson for the Duracell SmartPower Lab in Times Square, interviewing celebrities and interacting with fans in person and online. In February of 2010, The National Hispanic Media Coalition invited Erik to be their special guest performer at their annual Impact Awards Gala, which honors Latinos in Entertainment. He has also appeared at The Latino Laugh Festival alongside Carlos Mencia to a packed house at The Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, winning the Diamonds in the Rough Award in 2007. In both 2008 and 2009, Erik was honored to be the only comedian to perform two consecutive years for The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute at the Warner Theater in Washington, DC, hosting the event in 2009.
In high demand, Rivera continues to tour comedy clubs and colleges nationwide. When not touring, Erik calls both New York City and Los Angeles home."
Praise for Erik!
April 22, 2010
To whom it may concern:
My name is Lalena Luna and I have been a Program Coordinator in the Activities
& Programs Office at the University of Delaware for 6 years. I have also
been an active participant in the National Association of Campus Activities
(NACA), have attended over 10 conferences from my time as a student leader and
now as a staff member, and also have served on a showcase selection committee,
served on the National Convention committee. I have seen a wide variety of artists
perform at the NACA showcases over the years. Our office has brought countless
artists to our campus varying from comedians for our weekly coffeehouse series,
to musicians for a weekly music series, to hypnotists, illusionists, novelty
vendors, and large scale concert acts.
I have seen Erik Rivera perform at several NACA conferences and we brought him
to our campus in the Spring of 2009. I can attest that Erik stands out on top
as one of the most delightful artists to work with. He is extremely easy going,
relates well to students, and he does not mind taking time after his show to
interact with students. Erik delivers a strong, entertaining performance and
can keep the content within any possible guidelines a university may have. He
is definitely amongst the funniest comedians I have seen perform over the years.
Furthermore as an Advisor to a Latino student organization it has been in my
experience quite difficult to find quality Latino acts students can bring to
campus. I am pleased to say that aside from his caliber as a comedian, that
Erik is a positive representative of the culture and that it is impactful for
him to be featured on college campuses to showcase diversity and Latino culture
in a positive manner.
I highly recommend Erik Rivera as a top quality entertainer to bring to your
campus. If you have any additional questions feel free to contact me at 302-831-0091.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Lalena Luna
Program Coordinator
University of Delaware
228 Trabant University Center
Newark DE 19716
(P) 302-831-0091
