Comedy in New York

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Comedy in New York

May 21
6:30 PM
Magnet Theater

A whole night entirely dedicated to musical improv, Musical Megawatt showcases everything you love about musical theater, all made up on the spot.

May 21
7:00 PM
Thalia Spanish Theatre

Stand-up comedy show in Spanish by Zuhaitz Gurrutxaga about football, anxiety, and a real, raw, and funny story.

May 21
7:00 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

A comedy show at Flop House Comedy Club.

May 21
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

John Lutz (30 Rock) and Peter Grosz (Veep) perform a 45 minute longform. John Lutz and Peter Grosz take a single suggestion then spin that into a 45 minute longform show featuring the kaleidoscope of scenes, absurdist transitional elements and callbacks – all…

May 21
7:00 PM
Shrek Entirely From Memory
Littlefield

Ten Bones Theatre Company presents "Shrek Entirely From Memory," where performers attempt to recreate the movie without scripts, rehearsals, or sobriety. Performers won't know their roles until they're onstage and must incorporate audience-written lines and sound effects.

May 21
7:30 PM
The Bell House

Marie Faustin hosts a taping of her singles game show, 'Why Are You Single?'.

May 21
7:30 PM
Magnet Theater

A whole night entirely dedicated to musical improv, Musical Megawatt showcases everything you love about musical theater, all made up on the spot.

May 21
7:30 PM
Magnet Theater

A whole night entirely dedicated to musical improv, Musical Megawatt showcases everything you love about musical theater, all made up on the spot.

May 21
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 7:30 PM. The show starts at 8 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.

May 21
8:00 PM
Town Hall

"Grown Up Girls" is Ukraine's most popular women's YouTube show, a true generational phenomenon with over 100 million views. Olya Polyakova and Masha Efrosinina are heading to North America after sold-out tours across Ukraine.

May 21
8:00 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films.

May 21
8:30 PM
Magnet Theater

A whole night entirely dedicated to musical improv, Musical Megawatt showcases everything you love about musical theater, all made up on the spot.

May 21
8:30 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

A musical sketch/drag show featuring parodies of your favorite Broadway hits! Join Debra and Betty Bardeaux on a laugh-out-loud hour-long musical journey as they reminisce about their epic past and embark on their next great adventure.

May 21
9:30 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

A comedy show at Flop House Comedy Club.

May 21
9:30 PM
Magnet Theater

A whole night entirely dedicated to musical improv, Musical Megawatt showcases everything you love about musical theater, all made up on the spot.

May 21
10:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Two improv teams fight for the future in the world's most dangerous improv show. Join us every week as two comedy teams go head to head to determine who is funniest (by audience vote).

May 21
7:00 PM
Hyster-rical
West Side Comedy Club

A comedy show titled 'Hyster-rical'.

May 21
8:00 PM
BUDDHA ROOM AUDITIONS
Laughing Buddha Comedy

Every Thursday, you can bring a friend and audition for a one-month residency at The Buddha Room.

May 21
Soho Playhouse

A comedy performance.

May 22
8:00 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

An indie comedy night featuring comics from Netflix & HBO.

May 22
8:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A night of comedy featuring Gregg Rogell, Leighann Lord, Joe Devito, and Harrison Greenbaum.

May 22
10:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A late-night comedy show featuring Eagle Witt, Subhah Agarwal, Jeff Scheen, and Vladimir Caamano.

May 22
6:00 PM
My Favorite Thoroughfare
Starr Bar

My Favorite Thoroughfare is a comedy variety hour hosted by Catherine Davis, featuring some of NYC’s most exciting clowns, characters, and experimental comedians in acts of devotion to the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway.

May 22
7:00 PM
9:30 PM
The Bell House

Marie Faustin hosts a taping of her singles game show, 'Why Are You Single?'.

May 22
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Two Emmy-nominated TV writers who are for real about to lose their actual jobs try to find something they might be good at. Michael Cruz Kayne and Asher Perlman are two writers for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert who, in real life, are about to lose their jobs.

May 22
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
9:30 PM
10:00 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films. Doors open 30 Minutes prior to showtime.

May 22
7:00 PM
Kutti Gang
Littlefield

Kutti Gang is back in Brooklyn for a very special AAPI month stand up comedy showcase benefitting the New York Immigration Coalition! Hosted by Zubi Ahmed and Pooja Reddy, prepare for an incredible night of comedy and kinship.

May 22
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 7:30 PM. The show starts at 8 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.

May 22
8:00 PM
Laughing Buddha Comedy

Bring your A-game and perform alongside seasoned pros during a weekend prime time slot, get seen by the booker of the club, and receive feedback on your set as well as a potential club residency.

May 22
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films.

May 22
8:30 PM
Rodney’s

Step into the spotlight at Rodney’s Comedy Club, the new home of live stand-up at the legendary Dangerfield’s. Join us nightly for unforgettable performances by top comedians, rising stars, and surprise guests.

May 22
8:30 PM
The Cobra Club

Live From Outer Space comedy with John F. O'Donnell, Lizbanks Campagna, Marcella Denby, Ali O'Neil, and host JFOD.

May 22
9:30 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

A 9:30 PM comedy show in Williamsburg.

May 22
9:30 PM
Comedy Shop

FRIDAY Primetime Comedy 10 PMDoors at 9:30 PM. The Show starts at 10 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.

May 22
10:30 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

A new episode of “The Office” that is completely improvised based on what you the audience wants to see! Calling all fans of The Office and all members of "Michael Scott's Dunder Mifflin Scranton Meredith Palmer Memorial Celebrity Rabies…

May 22
11:00 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

An 11 PM comedy show in Williamsburg.

May 22
6:30 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

Experience the American Comedy Institute Show in the Vintage Lounge on Friday, May 22, 2026.

May 22
5:00 PM
Numbskull
Pete's Candy Store

An open mic for stand-up, characters, clown, and the like. Every Friday at Pete’s @ 5 PM.

May 23
3:00 PM
Eight Is Never Enough Improv Comedy Show
Eight is NEVER Enough Improv Comedy Show

Interactive musical comedy improvised off-Broadway LIVE from Times Square NYC. Perfect for families, dates, and groups who want to laugh before their Broadway show or dinner reservation.

May 23
8:00 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

An indie comedy night featuring comics from Netflix & HBO.

May 23
8:00 PM
THE COMEDY KINGS
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughter in the Bronx as some of comedy’s most dynamic voices take the stage, featuring Joe Torry, Talent Harris, Capone, and Joe Clair, hosted by AG White.

May 23
8:00 PM
Rodney's Comedy Club

For eighteen years (1983-2001) a fixture of radio & television’s Howard Stern Show, comedian Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling was born and raised in East Norwich, a tiny hamlet on the glorious North Shore of Long Island, New York.

May 23
8:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A night of comedy featuring Usama Siddiquee, Alingon Mitra, Colum Tyrrell, and Carmen Lymch.

May 23
10:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A late-night comedy show featuring Doug Smith, Gray West, Jenny Zigrino, Brian Scott McFadden, Adam Muller, and Sean Brown.

May 23
2:45 PM
Improv Comedy
Eight is NEVER Enough Improv Comedy Show

EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH Improv Comedy, an interactive musical comedy show, with skits and songs improvised based on audience suggestions and participation.

May 23
5:30 PM
7:30 PM
10:30 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films. Doors open 30 Minutes prior to showtime.

May 23
6:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A comedy performance by Vladimir Caamano.

May 23
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
9:00 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films. This show is held downstairs in The Vintage Lounge at Gotham Comedy Club.

May 23
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

An incredible improv show with the most incredible improvisers in NYC. What the Hell? An Incredible Improv Show brings together NYC’s best improvisers for an unscripted evening of comedy inspired by your stories.

May 23
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 7:30 PM. The Show starts at 8 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.

May 23
7:30 PM
Town Hall

The Pour Minds Podcast brings their "Still Sippin' Tour" to Town Hall.

May 23
7:30 PM
Alex Falcone
The Bell House

A comedy performance by Alex Falcone.

May 23
8:00 PM
Laughing Buddha Comedy

Bring your A-game and perform alongside seasoned pros during a weekend prime time slot, get seen by the booker of the club, and receive feedback on your set as well as a potential club residency. Two guests are required perform and to get seen by the booker.

May 23
8:00 PM
Rodney’s

For eighteen years (1983-2001) a fixture of radio & television’s Howard Stern Show, comedian Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling was born and raised in East Norwich, a tiny hamlet on the glorious North Shore of Long Island, New York. He graduated in 1966 from Oyster Bay High School and earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University in 1971.

May 23
8:30 PM
The Cutting Room

Chanel Omari's comedy special, '40 is the new 20'.

May 23
9:30 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

A 9:30 PM comedy show in Williamsburg.

May 23
9:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 9:30 PM. The Show starts at 10 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.

May 23
10:30 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

NAW or Never is a no-holds-barred comedy-meets-wrestling showcase where anyone can step into the spotlight (or just spectate) and try to earn a spot on the Nearly Average Wrestling roster. Contestants get 60 seconds to cut a promo, show off a character, or do whatever it takes to prove they belong.

May 23
11:00 PM
Flop House Comedy Club

An 11 PM comedy show in Williamsburg.

May 23
5:30 PM
Brooklyn Art Haus

An improv jam session with a space theme.

May 23
7:00 PM
Brooklyn Art Haus

The cult favorite comedy with music, Officer Scott, returns to Brooklyn Art Haus for a string of shows confirmed for spring 2026.

May 23
3:30 PM
Loose Lips Mic
Pete's Candy Store

A comedy open mic for standup, characters and storytelling, hosted by Fallon Boles & Vassileia Kazee.

May 24
6:00 PM
Littlefield

The hit podcast returns to the stage to get to the bottom of it all, performing excerpts from an Evangelical Children’s Radio Drama and offering thrilling analysis.

May 24
6:30 PM
Laughing Buddha Comedy

Laughing Buddha Comedy features headliners you've seen on Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing, America's Got Talent, The Tonight Show, Netflix, and more, performing alongside NYC's brightest stars.

May 24
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Yard Sale Girls LIVE returns to UCB after 2 sold out shows! Fresh off a spring tour and sold out slot at Netflix Is A Joke, this BEST OF hour is exclusively goated classics.

May 24
7:00 PM
The Bell House

A stand-up comedy showcase featuring various performers at The Bell House.

May 24
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

SUNDAY Slam Comedy 8PM at Comedy Shop. There is a two-item minimum for each guest.

May 24
7:30 PM
9:30 PM
10:00 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films.

May 24
7:45 PM
The SUNDAY JAM
The PIT Loft

Sunday is our “chicken noodle soup for the soul” JAM time. It’s time to start the week with a soulful round of Improv.

May 24
8:30 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

The final round to find the funniest improv duo in NYC! It's the finals! Come out and cheer your team on for a chance at the title of funniest duo in NYC!

May 24
9:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 9:30PM. Show starts at 10PM. There is a two-item minimum for each guest.

May 24
7:00 PM
West Side Comedy Club

A comedy show titled 'MASCARA & SPLIFFS COMEDY SHOW'.

May 24
6:30 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

A bi-weekly improv show where you can bring your own improv team to perform, with a jam after!! Let’s Fucking Go!! Want to bring your team? We’re looking for teams from all levels of experience – A practice group that’s met up a few times? A team that’s been around since the before times? A group that should really make it out of the group chat? We love it all, and we’ll jam right after!!

May 24
9:00 PM
BYOT
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

An inclusive mic for all comedic formats and all comedic performers! BYOT (“Bring Your Own Thing”) is UCB’s open mic that welcomes everyone in the comedy community (that means you!) to “bring your own thing,” whatever that may be!

May 24
3:00 PM
Creep Mic
Pete's Candy Store

A comedy open mic for anybody who’s ever been described as slightly offputting. Every Sunday at 3:00PM at Pete’s Candy Store.

May 25
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

MARTINI Monday Comedy 8PM at Comedy Shop.

May 25
8:00 PM
Gotham Comedy Club

A professional Showcase featuring comics from Netflix, Showtime, HBO, The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Late Night, The Late Show, The Late Late Show & various TV shows and films. Doors open 30 Minutes prior to showtime.

May 26
7:00 PM
The Red Room

A weekly comedy show in the heart of the East Village hosted by Emily Wilson with DJ Good Attitude.

May 26
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Your one-stop shop to see UCB’s house improv ensembles perform every Tuesday! Harold Night is UCB’s long-running weekly improv show featuring homegrown teams at the top of their game performing, you guessed it, The Harold.

May 26
7:30 PM
Death Threat
C'mon Everybody

Part standup, part PowerPoint comedy, DEATH THREAT is an hour-long comedy solo show about sending a death threat to a medical leave company (also about cancer but don’t freak out).

May 26
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

TUESDAY Madness Comedy 8PM at Comedy Shop.

May 26
7:30 PM
The Bell House

A comedy show featuring a heated rivalry theme.

May 26
8:00 PM
Not Ripe Bananas
West Side Comedy Club

Come watch comics working out FRESH material in this new weekly show! The jokes may be a bit green but the comedians are not! This is a fun, casual hang with no cover and no drink or food minimum... it's all for the love of comedy!

May 26
5:30 PM
The Improv Jam
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Get up on stage and get reps at The Improv Jam - Every Other Tuesday @ 5:30pm! Students of all levels are welcome and it is FREE!

May 27
7:00 PM
Magnet Theater

Each week, our hand-picked ensembles converge on the Magnet stage for a full night of high-powered long form. Each group brings its unique style to some of the greatest improv forms, from Harolds to monoscenes and everything in between.

May 27
7:00 PM
Magnet Theater

Each week, our hand-picked ensembles converge on the Magnet stage for a full night of high-powered long form. Each group brings its unique style to some of the greatest improv forms, from Harolds to monoscenes and everything in between.

May 27
7:00 PM
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Two shows for the price of one!!! Doomscroll – What if your explore page was just one guy trying his best? In Doomscroll, Blake must do whatever the projector says, and the audience has the clicker.

May 27
7:30 PM
Nadia & The Quinn
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

Music! Comedy! Jokes! Cats! Prizes! Cigarettes! Dame Judi Dench! and MORE! Nadia & The Quinns is a quirky, feel-good variety hour of original music, comedy, storytelling, prizes, and surprises—led by actor, singer, and comedian Nadia Quinn.

May 27
7:30 PM
Comedy Shop

Doors at 7:30 PM. The show starts at 8 PM. There is a two-item purchase minimum for each guest.