Nick Swardson, who is known for his roles in Grandma's Boy and Bucky Larson, built his comedy on crazy people and strange personal stories. He is from Minnesota and combines the warmth of the Midwest with the ridiculousness of Hollywood in his stand-up, which ranges from strange confessions to incisive observations. He has done stand-up specials, sketch comedy, and acting, always with a humorous irreverence and a talent for keeping audiences guessing.
Nick Swardson's presentation moves quickly. One minute he's telling a long, winding story, and the next he's making a snappy joke that makes the room laugh. His lively motions and expressive visage draw the audience in, and bursts of laughter appear to give him more ideas for his next digression. As the excitement rises, the stage lights change to match the mood, often going from warm golds to electrifying blues.
Swardson's skill is that he can make every crowd feel like they're in on the joke, even when it's crazy, strange, or totally wrong. He makes the room feel like a circle of friends telling crazy stories. On Yadara, every ticket is a chance to join that circle, where the punchlines are sharp, the stories are always surprising, and the night always finishes with sore cheeks from laughing.