INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Comedian Dylan Carlino, named the funniest person in Austin in 2023, will perform tonight at Helium Comedy Club. The special event begins at 7 p.m. and showcases the writer, actor and podcast host’s unique take on life.

Carlino, who grew up in the Berkshires, started his comedy career in several major comedy hubs, including Portland, Oregon, before settling in Austin. His recent credits include a 2024 feature in the Netflix “Featuring…” showcase and performances at the Moontower Comedy Festival and the Mass MoCA Comedy Festival.

Reflecting on his upbringing, Carlino described the Berkshires as a region split between wealthy seasonal residents from New York and local “townies,” a group he identified with. “I failed out of community college,” he said. “I was just kind of...