OGs OF FILIPINO COMEDY

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughter when Rex Navarrete , Ron Josol , and Kaleo “KP” Pilanca come together for OGs of Filipino Comedy at the Hawaii Theatre! A trailblazer of Filipino-American stand-up, Rex Navarrete has entertained audiences around the world with his signature “Pinoy” humor for more than three decades. His credits include Lopez Tonight , Live at Gotham , MTV Philippines , and the sold-out concert film Badass Madapaka . In 2025, he was inducted into the prestigious Aliw Awards Hall of Fame. Filipino-Canadian comedian Ron Josol has built an acclaimed international career blending cultural observations, quick-witted one-liners, and stories inspired by his Filipino heritage. A 12-time performer at Montreal’s prestigious Just for Laughs festival, Ron has appeared on Gotham Comedy Live , Comics Unleashed , Last Call with Carson Daly , and Kevin Hart’s LOL Network . His viral comedy clips have also earned tens of millions of views online. They’ll be joined by Kaleo “KP” Pilanca , one of Hawai‘i’s funniest emcees, comedians, and radio and television personalities. An on-air personality with Island 98.5, KP is known for his uplifting energy, unpredictable “kolohe” humor, and larger-than-life storytelling. He is also the producer of his own stand-up comedy showcase, Laugh Up Hawaii Comedy Kanikapila . Together, these veteran entertainers bring generations of Filipino and local-style humor, culture, and experience to one unforgettable stage.