Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride
Closing: September 28, 2025Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride - 2025 Broadway History , Info & More
Nederlander Theatre (Broadway)
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036
Legendary comic Jeff Ross returns home for his long-awaited Broadway debut in TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE — a hilarious, heartfelt one-man show about laughing through the pain, the importance of having thick skin, and the vengeful pleasures of a Jewish comic owning a German dog. This 90-minute performance is the result of a 30-year journey in comedy: a cathartic mix of dangerous jokes, touching family stories, songs that stay with you long after the curtain falls — plus live audience roasting from the Roastmaster General himself. No two shows are exactly alike, but each reveals the Roastmaster General at his most unguarded — raw, reflective, and ridiculously funny. It’ll be your most emotional night at the theater since Mufasa died in The Lion King! (Oh no, did we ruin it?)
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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride
In ‘Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride,’ an Insult Comic Making His Broadway Debut Reaches for the Painful Roots of His Art
7 / 10
Toward the end, Mr. Ross proposes that people are like bananas: “The more bruised we get, the sweeter we are. And we’re mushy on the inside.” Happily, “Banana” offers enough sweetness, and spice, to make the mush forgivable.
‘Take a Banana for the Ride’ Review: Jeff Ross’s Life Makes a Detour
6 / 10
“Take a Banana” is, however, a willfully upbeat show; whenever it gets too dark, Ross detonates another joke. In his banana-yellow suit (by Toni-Leslie James), he takes us on a tour of his family and childhood, with the help of old photos and home videos projected inside the many large, ornate frames on Beowulf Boritt’s handsome, curve-walled set. (Projection design is by Stefania Bulbarella.)
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by Josh Sharpe - February 26, 2026
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.
by Josh Sharpe - September 24, 2025
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.
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2025
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!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 18, 2025
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!
by Stephi Wild - August 7, 2025
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.
by Jennifer Broski - August 8, 2025
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!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 18, 2025
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!
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