Comedian: Goumba Johnny Sialiano
Goumba Johnny Sialiano was born in the Bronx and entered into the radio industry after many career changes. Initially, Johnny signed as a free agent in professional football with the New York Jets and then with the New York Giants. Although both opportunities were a dream for Johnny, he had to retire from the sport due to a neck injury.
In the mid-eighties Johnny did character voices and wrote comedy bits for radio stations across the country from Z-100 in New York City to KIIS FM in Los Angeles. With his natural quick wit and charm, Johnny has joined the ranks of other comedians by performing stand-up at popular comedy clubs like Caroline’s in Manhattan, Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and the Borgata and Caesars Palace in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Johnny has shared the stage with many of the top acts in comedy such as Andrew Dice Clay, Mario Cantone, George Wallace, Jay Mohr, Tommy Davidson, Martin Lawrence, Colin Quinn, Paul Rodriguez, Caroline Rhea, Dom Irrera, Richard Jeni, Bobby Slayton, David Alan Grier, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Goumba Johnny has appeared on various television shows such as The Weakest Link, The Montel Williams Show, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, The CBS Early Show, The Ricki Lake show, The Queen Latifah Show, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Metro TV/Naked New York and Court TV. In the past Johnny has written for the popular national magazine Cosmopolitan; contributed to US Weekly – Fashion Police for 3 years, and he currently contributes weekly to national magazine Star in Style Stalkers. He has also hit the soap opera circuit landing roles on two popular CBS shows; Guiding Light and As the World Turns.
Recently, the legendary Friars Club crowned Goumba Johnny the champ of the nationwide contest… So You Think You Can Roast!? Winning the opportunity to roast Matt Lauer. This is the first year the Friars Club hosted a nationwide contest to find the best talent to participate in one of the club’s long-standing traditions.
In 2002 he was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, where he was previously honored for his charitable work. He continues to help annually with organizations such as TheBowery Rescue Mission, the Autism Foundation, The Elizabeth Fund for Lupus and many police organizations, as well as many others.
KTU discovered Johnny in February 1996 and originally brought him in as a writer. The chemistry that he brought to the station was too good to waste behind the scenes. Management brought him out from behind the pen and paper and put him behind the mic. Goumba Johnny was so successful as a co-host in the evening slot that the KTU executives made him co-host of their Morning Show.
Catch this talent at The Box this June!
***Due to current government restrictions and CDC regulations and guidelines, only 100 general admission tickets are available for this show meaning it’s on a first come, first seat basis. When you purchase your ticket, you will not have an assigned seat. This is to help us manage theatre capacity and ensure everyone will be socially distanced during the performance.
Additionally, we are taking these measures to ensure the health of our guests, staff, and entertainment:
· Taking staff temperature before entering the theatre
· Disinfecting every surface before and after events
· Bartenders and ushers are wearing masks
We really appreciate your understanding and patience as we bring great entertainment back to our community during these times. Please call the box office at (561) 483-9036 if you have any questions or concerns!
Boca Black Box Management
In the mid-eighties Johnny did character voices and wrote comedy bits for radio stations across the country from Z-100 in New York City to KIIS FM in Los Angeles. With his natural quick wit and charm, Johnny has joined the ranks of other comedians by performing stand-up at popular comedy clubs like Caroline’s in Manhattan, Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and the Borgata and Caesars Palace in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Johnny has shared the stage with many of the top acts in comedy such as Andrew Dice Clay, Mario Cantone, George Wallace, Jay Mohr, Tommy Davidson, Martin Lawrence, Colin Quinn, Paul Rodriguez, Caroline Rhea, Dom Irrera, Richard Jeni, Bobby Slayton, David Alan Grier, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Goumba Johnny has appeared on various television shows such as The Weakest Link, The Montel Williams Show, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, The CBS Early Show, The Ricki Lake show, The Queen Latifah Show, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Metro TV/Naked New York and Court TV. In the past Johnny has written for the popular national magazine Cosmopolitan; contributed to US Weekly – Fashion Police for 3 years, and he currently contributes weekly to national magazine Star in Style Stalkers. He has also hit the soap opera circuit landing roles on two popular CBS shows; Guiding Light and As the World Turns.
Recently, the legendary Friars Club crowned Goumba Johnny the champ of the nationwide contest… So You Think You Can Roast!? Winning the opportunity to roast Matt Lauer. This is the first year the Friars Club hosted a nationwide contest to find the best talent to participate in one of the club’s long-standing traditions.
In 2002 he was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, where he was previously honored for his charitable work. He continues to help annually with organizations such as TheBowery Rescue Mission, the Autism Foundation, The Elizabeth Fund for Lupus and many police organizations, as well as many others.
KTU discovered Johnny in February 1996 and originally brought him in as a writer. The chemistry that he brought to the station was too good to waste behind the scenes. Management brought him out from behind the pen and paper and put him behind the mic. Goumba Johnny was so successful as a co-host in the evening slot that the KTU executives made him co-host of their Morning Show.
Catch this talent at The Box this June!
***Due to current government restrictions and CDC regulations and guidelines, only 100 general admission tickets are available for this show meaning it’s on a first come, first seat basis. When you purchase your ticket, you will not have an assigned seat. This is to help us manage theatre capacity and ensure everyone will be socially distanced during the performance.
Additionally, we are taking these measures to ensure the health of our guests, staff, and entertainment:
· Taking staff temperature before entering the theatre
· Disinfecting every surface before and after events
· Bartenders and ushers are wearing masks
We really appreciate your understanding and patience as we bring great entertainment back to our community during these times. Please call the box office at (561) 483-9036 if you have any questions or concerns!
Boca Black Box Management