Lewis Black News

The newly revamped Laurie Beechman Theatre has revealed its line-up of Halloween shows from Tony-nominated Broadway stars, drag artists, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.

KATHLEEN MADIGAN: THE DAY DRINKING TOUR is coming to Paramount Theatre in Denver in November. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.

Inspired by the Academy Award winning Gore-a-palooza, The Substance: The Parody Musical is the deliriously raucous musical event set to splatter 42nd street this Halloween season with blood, gore, and sparkle—Elisabeth Sparkle, that is. 

The Spire Center for Performing Arts will celebrate the arrival of 2026 with a special New Year’s Eve Comedy Show headlined by Christine Hurley, the self-proclaimed “Queen of Boston Comedy.”

After a sold-out run, Finding Dorothy Parker, an evening celebrating the wit and wisdom of celebrated NY writer Dorothy Parker, will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre at West Bank Café.

They are sharing their experiences in their new show Two Ladies: Tales from the Kit Kat Club. The duo takes the stage for one night only at The Laurie Beechman.

Now in its fifth year, the hit musical improv comedy show, Shitzprobe, is moving uptown to the historic Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn more about the show and its new home!

Broadway favorite Daniel Reichard is bringing nostalgic joy to the newly remodeled Laurie Beechman Theatre in Hello, Neighbor: Songs We Grew Up To for a Grown-Up World.

After a sold-out and BroadwayWorld Award-nominated debut, cabaret artist and major Francophile Matthew Rosenstein is bringing his new show “Make Me French!” to The Laurie Beechman Theatre just in time for the French national holiday on Monday July 14 at 7pm. 

The Laurie Beechman Theatre will continue its star-studded renaissance with a farewell event you won’t want to miss: Tony Award winner Matt Doyle takes the stage for three performances only in Matt Doyle: Bon Voyage.

Comedy Works Entertainment will present KATHLEEN MADIGAN: THE DAY DRINKING TOUR coming to Paramount Theatre. Learn more.

Comedian Bert Kreischer returns with his fourth Netflix special, Bert Kreischer: Lucky. He dives into everything from shedding 45 pounds, the usual family antics, getting parenting tips from Snoop Dogg, and more. Watch a clip now!

Comedian Jimmy Tingle (Comedy Central) is bringing back his show Humor and Hope for Humanity, this time to City Winery on February 21st at 7:30 pm. Jimmy will speak to the challenges of the day with comedic insight, compassion and common sense.

Check out what's coming up at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, December 30th - January 12th.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Peter Fogel's comedic show TIL DEATH DO US PART... YOU FIRST, directed by Chazz Palminteri. Catch performances in South Florida on February 9 and 14.

Jon Stewart returns to the EMMY-winning The Daily Show desk tonight for an interview with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.

Jon Stewart returns to the EMMY-winning The Daily Show desk tonight for an interview with vice presidential nominee Tim Walz.

On Tuesday, October 8th, many Broadway notables joined forces to raise funds for the historic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre. See photos from inside the event.

Three new cast members have joined tonight's special gala to celebrate and raise funds to save a beloved Theatre District institution, The West Bank Cafe. On Tuesday, October 8th, the iconic restaurant and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, will host a gala packed with Broadway stars.

Michael Schlesinger's comedy film ROCK & DORIS (TRY TO) WRITE A MOVIE, featuring Marilu Henner and Joe Regalbuto, will premiere at the Palm Springs International Comedy Festival on October 5th.