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Comedy fans, get ready to laugh out loud! New York is gearing up for an exciting lineup of comedy events in 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.

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals has named Emmy, Tony, Grammy-winning and two-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo as the recipient of its 2025 Woman of the Year Award. 

By popular demand, a new show has been added for KEVIN HART at DPAC in February. Emmy and GRAMMY-nominated comedian and Mark Twain recipient KEVIN HART is presenting the next leg of his stand-up comedy tour “Acting My Age.” Learn more!

22-year-old rap phenomenon NLE Choppa has teamed up with GRAMMY® Award-winning juggernaut Imagine Dragons for the adrenaline-pumping new single “Dare U.' Listen to it here!

Theaterlab has announced a new production of Talking with Angels: Budapest, 1943, a powerful one-woman show that has earned critical acclaim and heartfelt admiration from audiences across the U.S. and internationally.

Having seen over 320 shows in cities like London, New York, Edinburgh in 2024, it was certainly difficult to narrow it down to my top ten shows of the year, but I have done my best! This list is a mix of plays, musicals and stand-up comedy shows that I have seen as both a critic, as well as some that I went to as a punter.

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has announced the shows and creators of its second annual WinterFest, to kick off January 10, 2025.

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming February 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages, including Mekki Leeper and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Performer, writer-director and comedy polymath Stuart Laws will take his most personal show yet on a national tour this winter. Learn more about Laws and the tour and see how to purchase tickets.

East West Players has announced its 60th Anniversary Diamond Legacy Season, helmed by recently appointed Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal. Learn more about the lineup here!

The world premiere of All In: Comedy About Love will premiere on Broadway on December 11. All In will be performed with a rotating cast of actors. Meet the first cast members taking the stage in the show here!

Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut will present the nominees for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes® on Monday, December 9, 2024, with all categories announced at 8:15 a.m. ET/5:15 a.m. PT.

Globally-renowned comedian, actor, podcast host, and author, Bert Kreischer, has announced his highly-anticipated return to Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas in Spring 2025 with back-to-back performances over March Madness.

‘all my ex-lovers are dead’ will open at Masambe Theatre in December for a short two-month run. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Raue Center For The Arts will present the return of Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show. Learn more bout Cochran and see how to purchase tickets to the show!

Cameron Esposito will be performing two shows at The Den Theatre on New Year’s Eve, December 31, at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Comedian Steve Treviño is set to perform in Madison as part of his 'Good Life Tour' in April. Known for his relatable humor, Treviño offers a fresh perspective on everyday life.

Fortune Feimster, the beloved comedian and actress, returns with her third Netflix comedy special, Fortune Feimster: Crushing It, premiering globally on Netflix on December 3, 2024. Watch a new sneak peek of the special now!

Dances With Films NYC 2024 announced its film lineup, featuring numerous world, North American, and US premieres, showcasing a diverse range of storytelling and cinematic innovation.

Dances With Films NYC will return in December, showcasing 141 films, including world premieres like PEAS AND CARROTS and HERE'S YIANNI! Experience a diverse lineup of narratives, documentaries, and shorts.

One of the stand out hits of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024, Abby Wambaugh’s multi award-winning, silly, goofy and heartfelt show will transfer to London’s Soho Theatre in January 2025.

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced further casting, design team and a brand-new title for its reimagined The Pirates of Penzance. This jazz-infused, New Orleans-style Broadway production, now titled Pirates! The Penzance Musical and we've got all the information about the new production.

Oxia Theatre will present the world premiere of The Last Days of Liz Truss? by Greg Wilkinson, directed by Anthony Shrubsall with Emma Wilkinson Wright as Liz Truss.

Comedian Kevin Nealon is set to perform at the Boulder Theater on March 23. Known for his work on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE and WEEDS, Nealon brings his stand-up comedy to Colorado for one night only.