Stand-up comedians are a rare breed among professional entertainers. They must possess, not only an exceptionally great sense of humor, but the lightning-fast mental reflexes of an intellectual ninja as well. Stand-up comedians don't have the luxury of requesting for repeat takes - they either they do their act right the first time or not at all. One joke could mean the difference between getting a standing ovation or booed off the stage. Stand-ups need need to be a jack-of-all trades - writer, editor, performer, joke-tester, speaker, entertainer, charmer, and court jester, being able to laugh at life and more importantly, themselves. It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it. And these are the comedians who have stepped up to the plate.