Jenny L. Saldaña is a New York–based actor, writer, comedian, and producer known for her sharp wit, honest storytelling, and fearless sense of humor. Her acting credits include appearances in films and television projects such as Search Party, The Dictator, Chinese Puzzle, High Maintenance, Come Find Me, Happy Cancer Chick, and Eugene!. In addition to performing on screen, Jenny is an accomplished live performer who regularly appears on comedy stages across New York City.
Jenny is also the creator and star of the one-woman comedy show Desperate Digital Dating Diary, a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of modern dating, relationships, and the absurdities of navigating love in the age of apps. Through stand-up, storytelling, and personal anecdotes, the show turns dating disasters into unforgettable comedy.
Beyond the stage and screen, Jenny is a proud 20-year breast cancer survivor, an experience that has shaped her voice both as a performer and storyteller. She often uses humor to celebrate resilience, vulnerability, and the ability to find laughter even in life’s most challenging moments
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The Grisly Pear Midtown is the newest upscale addition to the Pear family! The club features an insider look at the best NYC has to offer just steps from Times Square. Expect comedians you've seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Netflix, Late Night TV, and more, plus the hottest rising comedians on the scene.
Past comedians include Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, Stavros Halkias, Chanel Ali, Emma Willman, Ian Fidance, Derek Gaines, Tony Woods, Marcus Monroe, Isabel Hagen, Nathan Macintosh, Jay Jurden, Caitlin Peluffo, Eva Evans, Geoffrey Asmus, Eagle Witt, Gina Brillon, Dan St. Germain, Mike Cannon, Vannessa Jackson, Sergio Chicon, Gianmarco Soresei, Joe DeVito, Brendan Sagalow, Carmen Lagala, Che Durena, Alex Carabaño, LeClerc Andre, Chloe Radcliffe, Aaron Berg and more.
The Grisly Pear Midtown features a full kitchen serving a Mexican-inspired bar menu, including tacos, burgers, and fresh donuts. Additionally the bar has everything from classic beers to our signature cocktail, the Fiery Scotsman. Each show requires a two item minimum purchase in addition to your ticket, or you can skip the show and dine without a ticket in our restaurant area.