A veteran comic of 15 years, Allan Manalo has performed in comedy clubs, colleges, and universities spanning 46 states. An American born Filipino from San Francisco, he moved to Manila a year ago and has performed at such venues as Music Museum, DISH, Alabang Town Center, Sanctum, Conspiracy, Piper�s, mag:net cafe and the Capone�s. The life adjustment he has had to make as well his take on politics and identity feed his comedy act. Manalo has worked with celebrated comedians Sinbad, Margaret Cho, Rob Schnieder, and Jamie Foxx. He is also a published freelance writer, playwright, and stage director.