Created at the Hollywood Improv Lab in 2019, Surrounded is a stand-up comedy show uniquely staged in a ‘theater in the round’ format. Here, the audience becomes an integral part of the show, serving as both spectators and the material itself. In this innovative setup, comedians are given a microphone and an audience, allowing their spontaneous interactions to drive the performance and create a truly immersive experience.

Surrounded has garnered widespread acclaim, being featured at prominent comedy festivals across the country, including the New York Comedy Festival, Moontower, and the prestigious Just for Laughs in Montreal. The show’s distinctive format and engaging premise have also led to its adaptation into the virtual reality space, where it has been featured for two successful seasons on Meta’s Horizon Worlds.
The show has attracted A-list comedic talent such as Mark Normand, Lil Rel, Fortune Feimster, and many others, who have embraced the challenge of performing in the round without material. These renowned comedians bring their sharp wit and improvisational skills to create unforgettable experiences for audiences, making each performance of Surrounded a one-of-a-kind event.

Mike Falzone has established himself as a multifaceted talent in the comedy and digital content realms. Beginning his career as one of the first creators on YouTube in 2006, Mike has since performed on some of the most prestigious comedy stages across the country.
His versatile talents extend beyond stand-up comedy. Mike has appeared in animated series like Final Space on Adult Swim and the comedy series Coming to the Stage on Hulu. Additionally, he was a former host of Discovery’s popular YouTube channel, SourceFed. Mike’s collaboration with Seven Bucks Productions (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) led to his own YouTube show, where he portrayed the character “wrestlin’ Fred.”

Currently, Mike hosts two widely-followed podcasts: Dynamic Banter and Welcome to Our Podcast, which he co-hosts with his wife, Zoja. His dynamic presence and engaging content continue to resonate with audiences, both on stage and online.