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Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena presents Adam Sandler

Published by New Jersey Stage
09/12/2022

(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Adam Sandler will be bringing his unique brand of comedy and song to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena on Friday, October 28. A successful actor, writer, producer, and musician, Sandler has also performed on stage to live audiences on a sold-out tour across the U.S. and Canada.  

In 2018, 100% Fresh was released on Netflix which was Sandler’s first comedy special in twenty years and filmed during his last concert tour. In conjunction with Netflix, Warner Bros. Records released the audio companion to Sandler’s critically acclaimed Netflix special.

Beyond his beloved standup, Sandler’s films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide and his films on Netflix have been some of the streamer’s most successful.  Sandler’s recent film 'HUSTLE' was a critical and audience favorite.

Tickets range from $79 - $169 and are available for purchase online starting September 14 at 10:00am.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena is located inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino located at 1000 Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  Set on 17 acres, with the legendary Atlantic City Boardwalk as its backdrop, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has become Atlantic City’s go-to entertainment destination. The property features endless gaming, multiple dining options, a full-service spa, lavish guest rooms and a gaming floor that boasts 2,200 slots and 120 table games, along with a dedicated Sportsbook.





 

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TOUR DATES

Friday, October 21  Allentown, PA  PPL Center

Saturday, October 22  Manchester, NH SNHU Arena

Sunday, October 23  Boston, MA  MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Tuesday, October 25  Verona, NY  Turning Stone Resort Casino Event Center

Thursday, October 27  Belmont Park, NY  UBS Arena

Friday, October 28  Atlantic City, NJ  Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena




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Saturday, October 29  Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Arena

Sunday, November 6  Tampa, FL  Amalie Arena

Monday, November 7  Estero, FL  Hertz Arena

Wednesday, November 9  Hollywood, FL  Hard Rock Live

Thursday, November 10  St. Augustine, FL  St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Friday, November 11  Greenville, SC  Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Saturday, November 12  Duluth, GA  Gas South Arena

Sunday, November 13  Raleigh, NC  PNC Arena

Monday, November 14  Savannah, GA  Enmarket Arena Savannah 





 

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