80s & 90s
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Oldskool
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Throwback
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Good Days
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80s & 90s ✳︎ Oldskool ✳︎ Throwback ✳︎ Good Days ✳︎
Comedy & Conversations: Pass the Mic Experience
Williams Center for the Arts
Where Laughter Meets Conversation, Music & Community
Comedy & Conversations: “Pass the Mic!” is an interactive entertainment experience that brings together live comedy, engaging conversation, music, food, networking, and community connection for an unforgettable evening.
Guests aren't just sitting in the audience—they become part of the experience through audience participation, the live taping of the E-Double Talk Show, and the exciting “Back-in-the-Day vs. Today” Music Battle.
Featuring headlining comedian Monique Latise, the experience creates a fun, welcoming atmosphere where laughter, storytelling, music, and meaningful connections take center stage.
This isn't just another comedy show. It's a community experience.
🎙️ MEET THE HOSTS
Ericka Monique Williams
Host | E-Double Talk Show
Ericka Monique Williams, author, teacher and community leader brings her engaging personality and conversational style to the experience as host of the E-Double Talk Show.
The live taping gives guests an opportunity to experience real conversations, audience interaction, storytelling, and entertainment as part of the show.
Danny Parrott
Co-Host | The People's Herbalist | 90.3 FM
Danny Parrott joins Ericka as co-host, bringing his personality, energy, and community-focused perspective to the stage.
Holistic wellness advocate, herbal educator, and founder of The People's Herbalist and Maxx Philanthropies 501(c)(3), supporter of the McKinnon Pantry and The People's Healing Bus, bringing wellness resources and education to communities in need.
🎶 THE EXPERIENCE
More Than a Comedy Show
🎤 LIVE COMEDY
Enjoy an evening of laughter featuring headlining comedian Monique Latise.
🎙️ E-DOUBLE TALK SHOW
Be part of the live taping of the E-Double Talk Show featuring engaging conversations, audience participation, and memorable moments.
🎶 “BACK-IN-THE-DAY VS. TODAY” PASS THE MIC & MUSIC BATTLE
Get ready for a musical throwdown that puts old-school favorites against today's sounds and lets the audience help decide which era wins.
🍸 FOOD & DRINKS
Guests can start and end the evening enjoying delicious food and refreshing drinks while connecting with friends, businesses, and fellow attendees.
🤝 NETWORKING
Connect with entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, community leaders, local businesses, and neighbors.
🛍️ LOCAL BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
Discover a curated selection of local businesses, vendors, products, and services throughout the experience.
THE LINE UP
Headliner Comedian Monique Latise
Get ready to laugh with our featured headliner, Monique Latise, bringing her unique personality, energy, and comedy to the stage for an evening of unforgettable entertainment.
Monique Latise
@moniquelatise
Mike Ross
@mikerosscomedy
Carol J. Castillo
@caroljcastillo
DJ Santana
@djsantana973
Big Laughs.
Real Conversation. Good Vibes.
Friday, September 25, 2026
📍 Williams Center
15 Sylvan Street • Rutherford, NJ 07070
7:00 PM — Doors Open
8:00 PM — Showtime
9:15 PM — Intermission
9:45 PM — Showtime Continues
11:00 PM — Show Ends
🕐 EVENT SCHEDULE
WHY ATTEND?
Come for the comedy.
Stay for the conversations.
Battle it out with the music.
Discover local businesses.
Connect with your community.
Leave with an experience you'll remember.
Comedy & Conversations: “Pass the Mic!”
Where Entertainment, Community & Purpose Come Together.
NON-PROFIT PARTNER
Maxx Philanthropies — 501(c)(3)
Maxx Philanthropies serves as the nonprofit partner supporting the community-focused mission of Comedy & Conversations.
Through this partnership, the experience helps create opportunities for community engagement, charitable giving, epilepsy awareness, and connection to resources and support.
Entertainment With Purpose. Community With Impact.
LOCAL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION
Your Business Can Be Part of the Experience
Comedy & Conversations creates a platform for local businesses to connect directly with the community.
Opportunities may include:
Food Vendors | Local Businesses | Sponsors | Community Organizations | Product & Service Providers | Promotional Partners
Bring your business, products, services, or brand into an environment built around connection, conversation, and community.
The Jerk Truck
@thejerktruckcuisine_
Brain Storm Life
@brainstorm_life
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