Wasted Potential Comedy

We're excited to welcome musical comedian Gregory Hoffman as the headliner for our very first show at EOS Santa Barbara.

With its incredible atmosphere and great setup for live music, EOS is the perfect venue for Gregory's one-of-a-kind act. It's the ideal way to kick off this new chapter for Wasted Potential Comedy.

Join us on Saturday, August 1, grab a drink, and help us pack the room for our debut at EOS. We can't wait to share this lineup with you.

We're kicking off our very first show at EOS Santa Barbara with Riley Jane hosting the night. Riley always knows how to get a room rolling, and we can't wait for her to help christen our newest comedy home.

Join us Saturday, August 1 for a night of stand-up, drinks, and a brand new venue. Grab your tickets before they go up at the door!

We're thrilled to have Scott Manke featuring at our first show at EOS Santa Barbara. He's bringing a set you won't want to miss as we officially introduce this new comedy venue to the city.

Join us Saturday, August 1 and help us make opening night one to remember.

Natalie Dia is joining us for our first ever comedy show at EOS Santa Barbara, and we couldn't be happier to have her on this lineup.

If you've been looking for a reason to check out our newest venue, this is it. Great comics, cold drinks, and a fun night out in Santa Barbara. We'll see you August 1!

We're excited to welcome Gino Strong to the stage for our debut show at EOS Santa Barbara. This lineup is packed from top to bottom, and Gino is bringing plenty of laughs to help kick off this new chapter for Wasted Potential Comedy.

Come see what our new venue is all about on Saturday, August 1. We'd love to fill the room for night one.

A music venue needs... well, music! Come out early and grab a drink and listen to some tunes on August 1st at EOS lounge before the show and listen to , joining him is our own (who is also our amazing host for the evening!

Tunes AND laughs for one low ticket price. You won't want to miss this!

👑 It's time to meet your headliner: **Charlie Mac!**

Charlie Mac is one of the fastest-rising comics in the country, and we're bringing him to Santa Barbara for one night only.

You've seen him on **Kill Tony**, heard him on Austin's **KAZI 88.7 FM**, and watched his stand-up take off online. His high-energy storytelling and larger-than-life stage presence have made him a favorite with audiences across the country.

This is your chance to catch Charlie in an intimate venue before he's playing much bigger rooms.

Joining Charlie are **Andrew Stier**, **Aiden Bloch**, **Kiersten Clark**, with **Ashley Blom** hosting the night.

🎤 Saturday, July 18
📍 Java Station, Santa Barbara
🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now. Buy early and save because prices increase at the door.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charlie-mac-headlines-at-java-station-tickets-1991931590007

🎤 Holding it all together on July 18 is your host, Ashley Blom!

Ashley secured her comedy chops in Austin, Texas before making her way to the Central Coast, where she co-founded Wasted Potential Comedy.

Whether she's on the mic or behind the scenes, Ashley's goal is simple: create a comedy show that's worth coming back to every month.

Join Ashley at our 7/18/26 show at Java Station!

🎤 Saturday, July 18
📍 Java Station, Santa Barbara
🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 7:30 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets now before prices go up at the door!

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charlie-mac-headlines-at-java-station-tickets-1991931590007

🎤 Next up on our July 18 lineup: Aiden Bloch!

At just 19 years old, Aiden Bloch is already making a name for himself in stand-up. Based in Los Angeles, his sharp, authentic comedy has earned millions of views across TikTok and Instagram, a spot on Laugh After Dark, and the Best of Fest award.

Aiden has shared the stage with Jeff Dye and Bryan Callen, regularly opens for Dustin Ybarra, and even earned high praise from Bryan Callen, who called him a "genius."

See Aiden alongside headliner Charlie Mac, Andrew Stier, Kiersten Clark, and host Ashley Blom for a killer night of comedy.

🎤 Saturday, July 18
📍 Java Station, Santa Barbara
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now. Grab yours before prices go up at the door!

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charlie-mac-headlines-at-java-station-tickets-1991931590007