LAUGH AT NJPAC ~ THE DESTINATION FOR COMEDY!
Thursday, January 23, 2025
COMEDY SHOWS @NJPAC
CHRIS TUCKER, JOSH FLOWER, PINKY PATEL,LESLIE LIAO, MOJO BROOKZZ & MORE
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NJPAC
One Center Street
Newark, New Jersey
(Newark- New Jersey – January 22, 2025) Experience the excitement of comedy at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). From renowned comedians like Dane Cook and Chris Tucker to rising internet stars like Dude Dad and Pinky Patel, NJPAC is the premier destination for laughter.
Tickets for all NJPAC comedy shows are on-sale now and can be purchased by visiting NJPAC.org or calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or by visiting the NJPAC Box Office.
Jamie Lissow
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Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Comedian Jamie Lissow is a regular weekly guest on Fox’s Gutfeld!, where he’s known for his no-holds-barred punchlines about politics, pop culture and current events. As an actor, he starred in two seasons of the Netflix Original Series Real Rob alongside SNL alums Rob Schneider, Adam Sandler, Norm MacDonald and David Spade — a show Jamie co-wrote and co-produced. He also co-hosts the podcast Afraid to Ask, where he and his smarter half, Dr. Erika, answer all kinds of questions about health, dating, sex and divorce.
Chris Tucker Comes to NJPAC
Friday, February 14, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Anything can happen when Chris Tucker unleashes his unstoppable energy. You know the iconic actor-comedian from the fan-favorite Rush Hour franchise, Friday, Jackie Brown, Silver Linings Playbook, AIR, The Fifth Element, Money Talks and Def Comedy Jam. Chris’ll blow the roof off of NJPAC at this special Valentine’s Day comedy show, so bring someone you love and get ready to laugh, laugh, laugh.
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Cem Yilmaz
Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 8:30 p.m.
Get ready to laugh! After a long wait, famous comedian Cem Yılmaz is back on stage with his brand new show CMXXIV. Following his European tour, Yılmaz is bringing his hilarious comedy to North America. The North American leg of his tour will kick off in Toronto, Canada on February 12, followed by shows across Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Washington D.C. and Miami. Fans can look forward to experiencing fresh material on this original tour.
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Ryan Hamilton
Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
The New York Times calls Ryan Hamilton “one of the most reliably funny regulars at the Comedy Cellar, an observational comic who often riffs on the absurdity of his own wholesomeness.” He combines the joke-writing prowess of Jerry Seinfeld with the friendly delivery of Jim Gaffigan, and he’ll make you laugh ’til you can’t stop! Ryan has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and you can catch his special Happy Face on Netflix.
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Aida Rodriguez
Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
“Raucously funny” (Esquire) comedian Aida Rodriguez will make you laugh hard and think hard. She brilliantly tackles any topic, from zombies to social justice.
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Pinky Patel #isaidwhatisaidtour
Friday, March 14, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Comedy sensation Pinky Patel returns to NJPAC with her hilarious, tell-it-like-it-is stand-up. The PTA mom rocketed to Internet stardom in 2020 with her over-the-top characters and brutally honest rants, gaining a massive online following almost overnight. If you’re a fan, don’t miss this chance to see Pinky’s live show — beyond the glam cave. Of course, she’ll be wearing her signature shiny crown. (Wear yours, too!)
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Leslie Liao
Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Stand-up, actress and writer Leslie Liao is on a trajectory to comedy stardom. She draws you in with her low-key, conversational style — then hits you with hilariously relatable jokes about life and dating as a Chinese American millennial. She recently had killer sets on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Netflix’s Verified Stand-Up. In addition to being a regular at The Comedy Store, Hollywood Improv and Laugh Factory, Leslie was invited to perform at Netflix Is a Joke Fest and Just for Laughs Montreal.
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Dude Dad Comedy Tour
Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Taylor Calmus is no ordinary dad. He’s Dude Dad! A father of four, he became a viral sensation thanks to his super-relatable comedy videos about parenting, marriage and DIY.
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Dane Cook
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
There’s no other way to say it: the legendary Dane Cook changed comedy forever. He broke the mold when he first came onto the stand-up scene, with his outrageously quotable jokes, high-octane stage presence and a huge social media fandom.
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Paula Poundstone
Friday, April 4, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Paula Poundstone’s smart, observational standup is the stuff of legend. The iconic comic is insatiably curious about her audience, spinning impromptu crowd conversations into comedy gold.
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Kristin Key
Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Armed with her trusty guitar, superstar comedian Kristin Key tells jokes and stories with a musical twist. Her “Lesbian National Anthem” was a viral sensation, along with her brilliant DryBar comedy special Crafty. She hosts the podcast Kristin Knows Blank, and she’s appeared on NBC’s Bring the Funny and Last Comic Standing. Using comedy as a way to uplift her community and create safe spaces for comedy fans from all walks of life, Kristin donates to local nonprofits with every date on her Lesbian Army Tour. More than a fandom, this is a movement!
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Mojo Brooks
Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Comedian Mojo Brookzz is like the fire emoji come to life. He’s like all your favorite episodes of Def Comedy Jam rolled into one. He’s like your funniest friend, times ten. This has been a big year for Mojo: He’s touring with We Them Ones headlined by Mike Epps and DeRay Davis, and he’s starring in Nick Cannon Presents Wild ‘n Out. He’ll have you on the floor with wild stories from his life and his fearless crowd work that never misses.
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Jeff Arcuri Whole Wide World Tour
Friday, April 25, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. & 9:45 p.m.
Comedian Jeff Arcuri performs nightly at the legendary Comedy Cellar in New York City. He’s made a name for himself with his charming style of crowd work — freestyling with the audience until everyone’s in tears. You may have spotted him on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, Laughs! on Fox, SiriusXM, clubs and festivals around the country, and Internet clips galore. Come see why The Chicago Tribune calls this charismatic rising star “a joke machine.”
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George Wallace's Mother's Day Celebration
Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate mom — and all the special ladies in your life — with the hilarious George Wallace! The comedy legend has been making audiences laugh for 50 years with his smart observational humor. After getting his start as a writer for Redd Foxx, he went on to become one of the most successful comics of all time. He sells out shows around the world, appears in dozens of movies and TV shows, and rules the Vegas strip with his long-running residencies. So bring along your mother, your grandmother, your aunt, your daughter — and make this Mother’s Day the funniest yet.
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Josh Flower the Flower Tower
Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
FREE- Via Zoom https://njpac.tfaforms.net/110
With nearly 4 million followers across his social media, Josh Johnson was recently called “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED and is a star on the rise.
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NJPAC
One Center Street
Newark, New Jersey 07012
www.njpac.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722)New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, N.J., is America’s most diverse performing arts center, and the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey – where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state’s and the world’s best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted nearly 10 million visitors (including over 1.7 million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents.Location and Directions:
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