DARIO DURHAM

Dario would describe himself as “a collaborative artist” whose art is meant to bring different people, ideas, and concepts together to form one “thing”. A native of Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, he understands what adversity is. His approach to life is high-energy, joyful, and inspirational with the thought process that “we can all eat.” This is the driving force behind his comedy career. And He is a burst of energy and full of life coming up fast on the Chicago comedy scene. Dario started his comedy career in improv at Chicago’s Second City in 2016. Following improv, he started stand-up. After about 4 open mics and 1 “bad” set, Dario quit comedy for about 5 months. He came back in November of 2017 and been going ever since. Dario uses real life personal experiences to move the crowds with laughter. Currently, he is a co-producer at Laugh Factory for the show “Funny Little Liars”, and he is the producer of the Rising Laughter Showcase and Women’s Showcase that displays the newest talent the city has to offer. He also helps run 2 open mics in the city with one being for women and non-binary comedians. You can catch him all over the city’s best bars, basements, and attics. In mid-2019, Dario, along with his friend Darrian Lewis and William boy launched the “B Posi+ive: The Chicago Stories” podcast. The podcast is meant to highlight the talented artist, entrepreneurs, local mainstays, and more in and around the Chicagoland area. The intent is to find that inspirational and positive moment with the guest through fun and honest conversation.