Here's a look at comedy shows taking place across the state from April 16-19, 2026. New Jersey Stage compiles this list from comedy clubs, casinos, and performing arts centers. You can send information on shows to [email protected] for consideration in future columns.
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The Improvised Shakespeare Company @ McCarter Theatre Center. Performances take place Thursday, April 16 at 7:30pm and Friday, April 17 at 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Based on one audience suggestion (a title of a show that has never been written), The Improvised Shakespeare Company® creates a brand new, fully improvised Shakespearean masterpiece right before your eyes. Nothing has been planned out, rehearsed, or written. All of the dialogue is said for the first time, the characters are created as you watch, and if you're ever wondering where the story is going...so are they! You've never seen the Bard like this before!
Nirvair Pannu at Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center - Friday, April 17 @ 8:30pm. He is a rising Punjabi singer, lyricist, and composer known for hit songs like “Pistol,” “Bandook,” and “Kurta Pajama,” blending traditional folk with modern sounds. Born on May 28, 1999, in Firozpur, Punjab, he has gained popularity for his energetic performances and has transitioned into acting, starring in the 2025 film Soohe Ve Cheere Waleya.
Amit Tandon - Saturday, April 18 at Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center @ 7:00pm. Amit’s brand of observational humor is refreshing and contemporary that has hit a chord with audiences across India. Amit had made his mark with a super relatable style of narrative that makes him connect instantaneously with the audiences. His viral videos have crossed the sacred mark of a whopping 100 million views across the social media platforms.
The Stress Factory presents Andrew Dismukesis (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Stress Factory presents Andrew Dismukesis from April 16-18, 2026. He is a stand up comedian, writer and actor who you've probably seen on "Saturday Night Live". He joined SNL in 2017 as a writer and became an on‑air cast member in 2020, earning a following for his dry delivery and inventive sketches.
Howdy Stranger to Bring SNL-Style Comedy to HACPAC (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- New Jersey's top-rated improv team, Howdy Stranger, flips the script with their annual sketch comedy show, Scripted, coming to the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) on Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Terry Fator brings "Pure Imagination" to bergenPAC (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Beloved Las Vegas headliner, comedian, ventriloquist, singer, and Season 2 winner of America's Got Talent, Terry Fator is bringing his all-new show, Pure Imagination to the Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Showtime is 7:00pm.
ATLANTIC CITY
Atlantic City Comedy Club (inside The Tropicana, 2831 Boardwalk in Atlantic City) Thursday, April 16 @ 8:00pm -> Gibran Saleem, Kimberly Dinaro, Piers Moreton, Rus Gutin. Friday, April 17 @ 8:00pm -> Kimberly Dinaro, Jill Weiner, Jesse Eigner, Rus Gutin. Saturday, April 18 @ 7:00pm & 9:00pm -> Sean Donnelly, Aaron Putnam, Ray Zawodni, Rus Gutin. Sunday, April 19 @ 7:00pm -> Brian Elberg, Brandon Barrera, Sam Kochman, Riley Lassin.
The Claridge Hotel (123 South Indiana Avenue, Atlantic City) Thursday, April 18 @ 7:00pm -> One Funny Lisa Marie
BERGENFIELD
The Basement at Tommy's (32 South Washington Avenue in Bergenfield, NJ). Friday, April 17 @ 7:00pm -> Devon Kay, Vincent Vitale, Maddie Bee, and Carrrrrl. Hosted by Ron Skirkanish
CARLSTADT
Redd's (317 Washington Avenue, Carlstadt). Sunday, April 18 @ 9:00pm -> Meadowlands Comedy Festival Sunday Fun Day Comedy Show. Host Andrew Lee featuring Jimmy Medina , Magenta Rose Brown, Antonio Alvarez, Klia Ververdis and Dannielle Slaughter.
EAST BRUNSWICK
Bust a Gut Comedy Night at Orchard Park (670 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ). Friday, April 17 - Doors at 6:30pm -> Coleman Green and Glen Tickle
ENGLEWOOD
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) (30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ). Sunday, April 19 @ 7:00pm -> Terry Fator
HACKENSACK
Fat Bastards and Son's (434 Route 46 West, Hackensack, NJ). Monday, April 20 @ 8:00pm -> Meadowlands Comedy Festival 420 Comedy Night Outside in the Secret Garden. Featuring Top Comedians Jimmy Medina, Bill Sands, Carlos Sabers, MisterDirect, Kat Homes Patrick Golden and others.
Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC). Howdy Stranger -> Friday, April 17 @ 8:00pm and Saturday, April 18 @ 8:00pm
JERSEY CITY
The Laugh Comedy Club Tour at Dorrian's (555 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ). Thursday, April 16 at 8:45pm -> Rich Kiamco, Katie Hannigan, Osei Caleb, Dylan O'Keef, Bret Rabould. Hosted by Spencer Wright
Friday, April 17 at 7:30pm & 9:30pm -> Osei Caleb, Salma Zaky, Nick Viagas, Alex Kim, Dillon Krause, Moe Yaoub,and Heming Ge. Hosted by Spencer Wright. Saturday, April 18 at 6:30pm & 9:00pm -> Patrick Holbert, Osei Caleb, Lily Lester, Sammy Anzer, Ed McGowan, and Dillon Krause. Hosted by Rich Kiamco and Tom Delgado.
KEYPORT
Knights of Columbus Council #3402 (54 Route 35, Keyport, NJ). Saturday, April 18 @ 7:00pm -> Chris Covert and Glen Tickle
NEWARK
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). Friday, April 17 @ 8:00pm -> Aida Rodriguez
NEW BRUNSWICK
The Stress Factory (90 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ). Andrew Dismukes -> Performances Thursday, April 16 @ 7:30pm; Friday, April 17 @ 7:00pm & 9:30pm; and Saturday, April 18 @ 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Sunday, April 19 @ 7:00pm & 9:30pm -> Elizabeth Brunot
POINT PLEASANT
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club (518 Arnold Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ). Wednesday, April 15 @ 8:00pm -> Johnny Watson. Friday, April 17 @ 8:00pm -> Jaclyn Marfuggi with Emily Paige, Riley Lassin and Jackie Byrne. Saturday, April 18 @ 7:00pm -> Eric Neumann
PRINCETON
Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club (inside the Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ). Friday, April 17 at 8:00pm -> Raj Belani, Vishnu Vaka, Meeti Purani. Hosted by Jay Joshi. Saturday, April 18 at 7:30pm -> Raj Belani, Vishnu Vaka, Sonya Vai. Hosted by Jay Joshi.
RUTHERFORD
Bananas Comedy Club (801 Rutherford Avenue, Rutherford) Lil Mo Mozzarella - performances Thursday, April 16 @ 7:30pm; Friday, April 17 @ 7:00pm & 9:15pm; Saturday, April 18 at 7:00pm & 9:30pm; and Sunday, April 19 @ 7:00pm
NJPAC presents "Hasan Hates Ronny | Ronny Hates Hasan" (NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a night of uproarious comedy with "Hasan Hates Ronny Ronny Hates Hasan," starring acclaimed comedians Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng. This comedic showdown takes place Thursday, April 23, 2026 in Prudential Hall. Join them for a night where pettiness is celebrated, laughter is guaranteed, and the only thing Hasan and Ronny agree on is that you should be there! Showtime is 7:00pm.
HACPAC presents Corey Rodrigues – PAC the House (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The PAC the House series returns to Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM for a spectacular night of stand-up comedy. Headlining the evening is Corey Rodrigues, a powerhouse comedian who has taken the country by storm. Kim Jonny hosts the evening, which also features a performance by Linette Palladino.
Kaytlin Bailey to Kick Off 2026 "The Oldest Profession" Tour with Show at Newark Culture Club (NEWARK, NJ) -- Stand up comedian, sex worker rights advocate, and host of the acclaimed podcast The Oldest Profession, Kaytlin Bailey brings her solo show The Oldest Profession to Newark Culture Club on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:00pm.
