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Coverage of comedy in New York City focuses on live stage performances. This includes stand-up sets, improv shows, touring acts, festival lineups and residencies at local clubs.
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November 6, 2026
Margaret Cho Takes Over Narrator Role in Rocky HorrorComedian Margaret Cho makes her Broadway debut as Narrator in the revival of The Rocky Horror Show at Studio 54.
November 3, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club Stages Hare's MontaukJonathan Kent will direct the David Hare play on Broadway, replacing David Sullivan after a scrapped earlier production.
November 3, 2026
Slam Frank Extends Off-Broadway Run to JanuaryThe satirical musical's run at the Orpheum Theatre now continues through January 4, 2027, with added Saturday late-night performances.
October 30, 2026
Cherry Lane to Host The Fifth Horseman ReadingThe Tongues Reading Series will present Michael O'Keefe's new play at Lincoln Center on November 2.
October 30, 2026
2:22 - A Ghost Story Begins New York RunThe psychological thriller has arrived at the Lucille Lortel Theater for a limited 13-week engagement.
October 30, 2026
Julie Klausner to Host Difficult People Movie ReadingThe original series cast will reunite in November 2026 for a staged reading of an unproduced script.
October 28, 2026
Bowen Yang Makes Broadway Debut in Oh, Mary!The comedian stepped into the title role at New York City’s historic Lyceum Theatre.
October 27, 2026
George Clooney to Star in Smear Reading November 1The one-night staged reading in New York City will benefit The States Project and The States Forum.
October 27, 2026
The Dog Show Adds New Actors to CastThe comedy production has expanded its rotating cast at New York City's The Triad Theater.
October 27, 2026
Patrón to Host La Última Risa Comedy Show on Nov 2The tequila brand will bring a comedy showcase to New York City for the Día de Muertos holiday.
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Reporting here centers on show announcements, theater programming, festival schedules and the touring circuits passing through the area. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. The concentration of long-running improv theaters distinguishes the scene here from other urban hubs. High demand for limited residencies means performance dates and venue shifts make up the bulk of recurring updates.