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Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Aaron Kleiber has been entertaining audiences for over two decades, evolving from a local class clown at Steel Valley High School to a versatile actor, comedian, and creative producer with deep roots in the entertainment community. Aaron’s journey began with high school shows, sketch comedy and award-winning short films, alongside longtime collaborator Chris Preksta (Mercury Men, Pittsburgh Dad). Their projects graduated to include the beloved indie film, "Captain Blasto," (screened at Mann's theater Los Angeles), also a subsequent ground-breaking Youtube web series; and the Star Wars mockumentary "A Great Disturbance," both garnering acclaim at film festivals like San Diego Comic Con, Newport Beach Film Festival and fan cons nationwide.
While beginning as a featured young improvisor part of the 'Friday Nite Improvs' at Pitt, Aaron studied film/acting at Point Park University and then transferred to Geneva College, where he 'graduated' with a degree in Youth Ministry and Media Theology (won three film festivals, worked every job on campus, played ice hockey goalie, had big-dry house parties, nickname 'legend').
But the real comedy and creative roots took hold while working in youth ministry for the Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation and Northway Christian Community, where Aaron led programming and teams of creative college-aged interns, as they entertained and engaged over 500+ youth a week with media, stage, improv and interactive events.
After a brief study at Second City in Chicago, Aaron returned to Pittsburgh, where a life of fatherhood and the love of his life, Wendy, were. Just down the road from his alma mater, led him to stand-up in 2009 at the Pittsburgh Improv. Within the year, he is seen touring with comedy legends like Bob Saget, Jim Breuer, John Witherspoon and Ralphie May, Aaron quickly becoming one of the most in-demand opening acts in comedy.
His dynamic, high-energy performances have since earned him: a television debut on 'Gotham Comedy Live' (including being part of 'best of season 2' episode), then his second tv appearance on 'Standup & Deliver as part of the Cabo Comedy Festival; stage time at prestigious festivals, including a finalist at Big Sky Comedy Fest, 2x Limestone Comedy Fest, and 'Best of the Midwest' at Gilda's Laugh Fest; as well as regular appearances at iconic venues like the Hollywood Improv, Comedy and Magic Club, The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Aaron premiered his one-hour stand-up special "Grown @%$ Dad" on Amazon Prime, released during the pandemic with Animal Studios and director Michael Killen (Downward Dog, ABC), audio album with over 1 million streams, top 10 on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, SiriusXM rotation. The special, a reflection of his life as a husband and father, has since accumulated millions of views and streams across platforms like YouTube and TikTok, cementing Aaron as a favorite dad for comedy fans nationwide.
Aaron’s talents extend beyond stand-up. As an actor, he has guest-starred in popular TV shows for CBS, Nickelodeon, and SyFy, and landed roles in major studio films, including "Warrior" and the Oscar-nominated "Judas and The Black Messiah." He’s also made numerous appearances on national radio and podcasts, including Bob & Tom and Doug Benson's Doug Loves Movies. Along with over 30 commercial credits, seen during the Super Bowl and NBA/NHL playoffs, including the memorable 'President Grover Cleveland' for Pennsylvania Lottery.
Locally, Aaron has made a lasting impact on Pittsburgh’s comedy scene. He’s been named "Best Comedian" by local media five times and has helped grow the city’s comedy community, creating shows at the Pittsburgh Improv, Arcade Comedy Theater and the ever-popular stand-up game show, "Standup Getdown." A weekly comedy staple on the top 40, award-winning morning show 'Bubba Show' on Star 100.7 FM. His podcast, "Grown Dad Business," with over 230 episodes, has reached over a million streams and features candid conversations with comedy greats like Bob Saget, Brad Williams, Gina Yashere, Tammy Pescatelli, Bobcat Goldtwait and Paul Rodriguez.
As a creative producer, Aaron has developed and contributed to a wide array of content for agencies, studios, non-profits, and brands, from the Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation, ScareHouse and Kennywood Entertainment to national brands like Target and Coach. His annual "Comedy at the Carnegie" event, benefiting the Carnegie Library of Homestead's community and education initiatives with non-profit 'Friends of the Carnegie Library of Homestead', has raised tens of thousands of dollars for local causes, reflecting his commitment to his hometown.
Aaron continues to write, perform, and produce from his home in Pittsburgh, PA, where he lives with his wife Wendy and their three children. Whether cutting grass, collecting things he doesn’t need, or making people laugh, Aaron remains passionate about encouraging people to be what they were created to be and leaving a positive impression in the world.
While beginning as a featured young improvisor part of the 'Friday Nite Improvs' at Pitt, Aaron studied film/acting at Point Park University and then transferred to Geneva College, where he 'graduated' with a degree in Youth Ministry and Media Theology (won three film festivals, worked every job on campus, played ice hockey goalie, had big-dry house parties, nickname 'legend').
But the real comedy and creative roots took hold while working in youth ministry for the Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation and Northway Christian Community, where Aaron led programming and teams of creative college-aged interns, as they entertained and engaged over 500+ youth a week with media, stage, improv and interactive events.
After a brief study at Second City in Chicago, Aaron returned to Pittsburgh, where a life of fatherhood and the love of his life, Wendy, were. Just down the road from his alma mater, led him to stand-up in 2009 at the Pittsburgh Improv. Within the year, he is seen touring with comedy legends like Bob Saget, Jim Breuer, John Witherspoon and Ralphie May, Aaron quickly becoming one of the most in-demand opening acts in comedy.
His dynamic, high-energy performances have since earned him: a television debut on 'Gotham Comedy Live' (including being part of 'best of season 2' episode), then his second tv appearance on 'Standup & Deliver as part of the Cabo Comedy Festival; stage time at prestigious festivals, including a finalist at Big Sky Comedy Fest, 2x Limestone Comedy Fest, and 'Best of the Midwest' at Gilda's Laugh Fest; as well as regular appearances at iconic venues like the Hollywood Improv, Comedy and Magic Club, The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Aaron premiered his one-hour stand-up special "Grown @%$ Dad" on Amazon Prime, released during the pandemic with Animal Studios and director Michael Killen (Downward Dog, ABC), audio album with over 1 million streams, top 10 on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, SiriusXM rotation. The special, a reflection of his life as a husband and father, has since accumulated millions of views and streams across platforms like YouTube and TikTok, cementing Aaron as a favorite dad for comedy fans nationwide.
Aaron’s talents extend beyond stand-up. As an actor, he has guest-starred in popular TV shows for CBS, Nickelodeon, and SyFy, and landed roles in major studio films, including "Warrior" and the Oscar-nominated "Judas and The Black Messiah." He’s also made numerous appearances on national radio and podcasts, including Bob & Tom and Doug Benson's Doug Loves Movies. Along with over 30 commercial credits, seen during the Super Bowl and NBA/NHL playoffs, including the memorable 'President Grover Cleveland' for Pennsylvania Lottery.
Locally, Aaron has made a lasting impact on Pittsburgh’s comedy scene. He’s been named "Best Comedian" by local media five times and has helped grow the city’s comedy community, creating shows at the Pittsburgh Improv, Arcade Comedy Theater and the ever-popular stand-up game show, "Standup Getdown." A weekly comedy staple on the top 40, award-winning morning show 'Bubba Show' on Star 100.7 FM. His podcast, "Grown Dad Business," with over 230 episodes, has reached over a million streams and features candid conversations with comedy greats like Bob Saget, Brad Williams, Gina Yashere, Tammy Pescatelli, Bobcat Goldtwait and Paul Rodriguez.
As a creative producer, Aaron has developed and contributed to a wide array of content for agencies, studios, non-profits, and brands, from the Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation, ScareHouse and Kennywood Entertainment to national brands like Target and Coach. His annual "Comedy at the Carnegie" event, benefiting the Carnegie Library of Homestead's community and education initiatives with non-profit 'Friends of the Carnegie Library of Homestead', has raised tens of thousands of dollars for local causes, reflecting his commitment to his hometown.
Aaron continues to write, perform, and produce from his home in Pittsburgh, PA, where he lives with his wife Wendy and their three children. Whether cutting grass, collecting things he doesn’t need, or making people laugh, Aaron remains passionate about encouraging people to be what they were created to be and leaving a positive impression in the world.