5 / 10
The show’s title pays tribute to Ross’s late grandfather, Pop Jack, who said, “You never know what’s going to happen…” An apt saying, which comes to fruition when Ross works the audience during the evening’s final moments. But this banana is more of a snack than a feast, leaving audiences hungry for the full-course roasting they likely came for.
8 / 10
His show is hilarious and heartfelt, and perhaps that will be surprising to the fans who are expecting 90 minutes of pure laughs. The laughs are present and accounted for (and then some), but Ross smartly expands his repertoire to tell the story of his life and the loving family he had back home in Newark, New Jersey… Taken together, these laughs and more sullen moments make for a first-rate Broadway show that perfectly displays Ross’ many skills as a comedian and his powerful penchant for storytelling.
The filmed version of Jeff Ross' Take A Banana For The Ride, the Broadway show written and performed by the comedian last year, will be coming to Netflix on March 24.
Jeff Ross is bringing his Broadway show to Netflix. Take A Banana For The Ride, the solo show written and performed by the comedian, will be filmed and is set to debut on the streamer sometime next year.
The new theatrical one-man show, Jeff Ross: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE plays the Nederlander Theatre on Broadway. Named for his beloved grandfather’s practical and loving travel advice, this intimate one-man show offers a peeled back look into the heart and soul of America’s Roastmaster – but don’t expect to get away un-skewered. Read the reviews!
You can now get a first look at production photos for Jeff Ross: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE, now playing at the Nederlander Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
The new theatrical one-man show, JEFF ROSS: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE, will offer an in-person rush policy, in addition to the previously announced digital ticket lottery policy.
Performances are officially underway for the new theatrical one-man show, Jeff Ross: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE. The new show will celebrate Opening Night on Monday, August 18 at the Nederlander Theatre. Check out photos of the new marquee!
Emmy-nominated comedian Jeff Ross – internationally known as “The Roastmaster General” will make his Broadway debut this summer, when his new one-man show, JEFF ROSS: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE, opens at the Nederlander Theatre. Learn more!
