Feb 9, 2026
Candice Guardino is a comedian, writer, host and producer.
Brooklyn-born Candice Guardino grew up in a loud, loving
Italian family on Staten Island—an upbringing she transformed into
her hit theatrical comedy Italian Bred. Inspired by true
events, the special follows Candice as she seamlessly slips into
multiple characters, including her brassy grandmother, taking
audiences on a hilarious and heartfelt journey through her
childhood.
Italian Bred was written and performed by Candice and filmed
through her production company, Anthony Street
Productions (launched in 2022). The special was produced by
Chris DiPetta (Billy Gardell’s Halftime, Showtime’s Road
Dogs), directed by Samuel Brownfield (longtime Jim Gaffigan
collaborator), edited by Brent Katz (Now You See Him),
with musical arrangements by Emmy-nominated David Dabbon (Oh
Mary!, Beetlejuice the Musical). The original song, “Change in
Me,” was written by Candice and Dabbon.
Candice is currently writing her debut comedic essay
collection, Confessions of an Italian Bred Girl (Because
Therapy Is Expensive and Laughing at Myself Is Free), which is
being shopped to publishers. Through Anthony Street Productions,
she also produces her hit weekly podcast Don’t
Start!, co-hosted
with WWE’s Sarah Schreiber, featuring inspiring
celebrity guests. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Candice is also
developing a new television project based on the IP of her
grandmother’s secret family journals. Candice
will head out on a 2026
national tour, with stops including New York, Florida,
North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, and additional dates to be
announced.
Italian Bread is now out! Check it out on Amazon Prime or Apple.
We chat about dancing competitively and judging, Italian Bred, journey of self-discovery and growth, wild fertility journey, writing and attachment, musical theatre and regional runs, nerves and performing, + more!
Photo credit is: Dirty Sugar Photography
Check Candice out on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candiceguardino
Website/ tour: https://www.candiceguardino.com/new-page
Italian Bred: https://italianbredshow.com/
Podcast (DON'T START): https://www.candiceguardino.com/new-page-1
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