Marie Faustin: The Storyteller with Lightning-Fast Wit

Marie Faustin is a New York-based comedian whose comedy is built on the power of storytelling and crowd work. Her ability to turn a bad date into a side-splitting story is her superpower; her gift for rapid-fire interaction with audiences makes her one of the most dynamic performers in the NYC comedy scene. With appearances on television shows including Broad City, Comedy Central Stand-Up, MTV’s Girl Code, VH1, and TruTV, along with her work as a host and panelist on various shows, Faustin has built a career that demonstrates the full range of what a comedian can do.

Who is Marie Faustin?

Marie Faustin is a stand-up comedian and actress based in New York City. Her television credits demonstrate the breadth of her talents: she’s appeared on the acclaimed HBO series Broad City, Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents, MTV’s Girl Code, VH1, TruTV, and has been featured on The BET Awards. She co-hosted Viceland’s nightly variety show VICE LIVE and has appeared on Oxygen’s Very Real Talk. Beyond these television appearances, Faustin has been recognized in major publications including The New York Times and GQ Magazine. She’s also developed and hosted a dating game show called “Why Are You Single?” which showcases her ability to engage audiences and tell compelling stories.

At the Comedy Cellar, Marie is known for her storytelling ability and her quick wit in crowd work. She’s a regular performer at the venue, where she continues to develop her material nightly.

Marie Faustin’s Comedy Style

Faustin’s comedy is built on the foundation of storytelling. She takes a moment from her own life—a bad date, an awkward interaction, a moment of miscommunication—and uses it as the skeleton for a longer narrative. She builds these stories with attention to detail, character voice, and comedic escalation. Her crowd work is legendary for its speed and precision; she can engage with an audience member and find the humor in their situation almost instantaneously, turning a simple exchange into a memorable comedy moment.

Her comedy reflects her perspective as a woman navigating New York City, dating, relationships, and modern life. There’s honesty to her work, a willingness to be vulnerable while maintaining comedic momentum. She doesn’t punch down; instead, she finds the universal in the specific, the human in the absurd.

What Fans and Fellow Comedians Say

Faustin’s television credits speak for themselves. Her appearances on HBO’s Broad City indicate respect from one of the most selective comedy/drama platforms. Her recognition in The New York Times and GQ Magazine indicates broader cultural appreciation for her work. Her development and hosting of Why Are You Single? suggests recognition of her ability to engage audiences and create compelling television. Comedy Cellar audiences consistently respond well to her storytelling and crowd work.

Where to Find Marie Faustin

Follow Marie Faustin on Instagram for comedy content and tour dates. Search for her on major comedy booking platforms including Punchup for tour information. Catch Marie’s sets on Mint Comedy at watch.mintcomedy.com, where she performs regularly at the Comedy Cellar in New York.