Mike Birbiglia News

Grace Aki's solo play To Free a Mockingbird, the critically acclaimed and award-winning production, will play a limited run at SoHo Playhouse this month. Learn more here!

As Tony season kicks off, May sees a selection of new premieres, returning favorites, and more streaming content for Broadway fans. Take a look at the full lineup, which includes The Four Seasons, Poker Face Season 2, and more!

Award-winning comedian Mike Birbiglia is returning to Netflix for his fourth comedy special, The Good Life, which follows The Old Man & The Pool, his one-man show that ran on Broadway in 2022. The special hits the streamer on May 26, 2025.

George Clooney has officially made his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck, now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Check out photos of opening night!

Group Therapy, the documentary hosted by Tony winner Neil Patrick Harris, is now available to stream on Prime Video. The film also features Tig Notaro, Nicole Byer, Atsuko Okatsuka, Gary Gulman, Mike Birbiglia, and London Hughes.

Acclaimed global storytelling organization The Moth will unveil the details for their highly anticipated annual fundraising gala, Fantastic Voyage: The 2025 Moth Ball. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of The Lighthouse at Pier 61 at Chelsea Piers, the event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13th.

In a climate of increasing anti-muslim rhetoric, award-winning comedian Azhar Bande-Ali premieres Bad Muslim at NYC Fringe Festival, a show that reclaims the muslim narrative.

Comedy fans, get ready to laugh out loud! New York is gearing up for an exciting lineup of comedy events in March 2025, featuring some of the biggest names in stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy. Whether you're a fan of sharp one-liners, hilarious storytelling, or outrageous characters, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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.

The Great Gatsby on Broadway will welcome Linedy Genao (Bad Cinderella, On Your Feet!)  as Myrtle Wilson, and original cast member Austin Colby (Jersey Boys), who takes over the role of Tom Buchanan.

On Sunday, January 19 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, Gary Gulman and friends celebrated his Off-Broadway debut at the opening night of his show, Grandiloquent. See photos here!

Comedian, writer, director and actor Mike Birbiglia has announced his stand-up comedy tour Please Stop the Ride will continue into 2025. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

New York Theatre Workshop's 2025 Gala will honor Emmy Award winner Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Award winner Joaquina Kalukango, and Tony Award-winning theater and film producer Greg Nobile. Learn more and see how to attend.

Outback Presents and Kentucky Performing Arts will present MIKE BIRBIGLIA—PLEASE STOP THE RIDE coming to Brown Theatre on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m..

Jeremy Jordan will play his final performance as Jay Gatsby in the new Broadway musical The Great Gatsby, on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The musical is now playing at The Broadway Theatre, with a new block of tickets on sale through September 7, 2025.

Comedian Mike Birbiglia will bring his new standup show, titled The Good Life, to the Beacon Theatre in New York City from March 19-22.

Alex Edelman: Just for Us will air on 2 November at 9pm on Sky Comedy and NOW. Filmed in front of a live audience at New York's Hudson Theatre during his Broadway stint, Alex Edelman: Just For Us showcases the comedian's whip-smart and belly-laugh funny storytelling.

Stand-up comedian Mike Birbiglia will return to Overture Hall with his “Please Stop the Ride” tour on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.

Astro Lab Productions will present a new musical, SIGNS OF LIFE, with book, music, and lyrics by Christopher DeLair, directed by James A. Rocco. Signs Of Life explores a young man's magical return to his chaotic childhood on Long Island. Learn more about the new musical.

Chilina Kennedy will be starring as Myrtle in the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby for an additional two weeks. The production stars Jeremy Jordan, Eva Noblezada and more. Learn how to purchase tickets !