Brooklyn-born, Jersey-raised, and more than 20 years behind the mic. Clean, crowd-engaging comedy built on real-life storytelling.
Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Howell, NJ, Foster “TheGenius” Nicholson is a clean stand-up comedian and actor with more than 20 years of stand-up experience.
He's known for his sharp storytelling, quick wit, and relatable perspective on everyday life. His energetic stage presence has made him a favorite with audiences throughout the Northeast.
He was crowned 2025 New Jersey Shore Comedy Competition Champion and has performed at the Apollo, Gotham, and Stress Factory comedy clubs, and at the Meadowlands, Montclair, and Jersey City comedy festivals. He has also headlined AC Jokes Comedy Club at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City.
He's known for celebrity impressions, including Donald Trump, Ray Charles, and Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Off stage, he's a husband, a father of six, and a foster parent. He and his wife have fostered more than 15 children over nine years, so there's no shortage of material at home.
He also makes music as Foster.
More than two decades of clean, crowd-engaging comedy.
Crowned 2025 New Jersey Shore Comedy Competition Champion.
Has performed at all three comedy clubs, and headlined AC Jokes at Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City.
Has performed at all three comedy festivals.
25K across social media.
Donald Trump, Ray Charles, Sean “Diddy” Combs and more.
For clubs, private events, churches, and corporate functions.
Available for headlining, features, and hosting.
Foster Nicholson, also featuring
Devon Theater · 6325 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Doors 4 PM · Show 5 PM · 30+ “grown & sexy” party
Advance tickets $25 (more at the door)
Call 215-335-4999 for tickets
Featuring Foster Nicholson
Buffalo Wild Wings · 9701 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Tickets available on Eventbrite
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Follow @thegeniusfosWatch the demo reel, then catch clips and bits on social.
Clean comedy for clubs, corporate events, private parties, churches, and fundraisers. Available for headlining, features, and hosting.
Also making music as Foster.