Joshua Emerson
Joshua Emerson is a Dine’ (Navajo) stand-up comedian, actor, and writer based in Denver, Colorado. He serves on the Denver American Indian Commission and on the board of the Denver Philharmonic Orchestra. Joshua is a regular contributor for CityCast Denver and produces the Native American comedy showcase, “Bad Indian,” which was selected for Netflix a Joke Fest and SF Sketchfest. Joshua has worked with the Denver Art Museum (Untitled: Artist Takeover Feature Artist, “Knowing You Denver”), the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art (Bad Indian, Gay Cowboy) and the Denver Zoo. In 2023, Joshua received the Mayor’s Award for Excellence in Arts & Culture. He lives at home with his partner, Rachel, and their pets, Lola, Nibbler, and Joanna.