Tachi Hotel and Casino schedules comedian Felipe Esparza for Feb. 22

During his early years as a comedian, Esparza was part of the successful stand-up comedy TV show, "Que Locos" on Galavisión (the only English-speaking show on Spanish television). The broadcast and the resulting tour helped launch the careers of several other Latino comedians such as George Lopez, Gabriel Iglesias, and Willie Barcena.

After 16-years of working the comedy circuit, he became an "overnight success" winning “Last Comic Standing.” He later went on to produce his first hour-long stand-up comedy special, "They're Not Gonna Laugh at You" (now on Netflix). He has made several TV appearances such as recurring roles on "The Eric Andre Show" and NBC's "Superstore," TruTV's "World's Dumbest" and "Russell Simmons Presents Stand-Up at the El Rey."

In addition to his live stand-up touring, Esparza hosts a weekly podcast on the All Things Comedy Network called "What's Up Fool?" that focuses on interesting stories from just about anyone from renowned authors to actors and even the “Incredible Hulk” who takes photos with tourists on Hollywood Blvd. Recently, he produced his second hour-long stand-up special with his wife Lesa, entitled "Translate This,” which premiered last September on HBO.

Tickets are $35, $45 and $70 each and are available at www.tachipalace.com, or at the Hotel Gift Shop. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m