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Laughs In The Loft

Wednesday, August 02, 2023 @ 7:30pm



The Loft @ South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC)
One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079

Join us for Laughs in the Loft, a monthly series featuring stand-up comics from our own backyard, Brooklyn and beyond. You never know who might drop in!

John Moses: A truly international act, John Moses has performed all over the world. In 2017 John was a finalist at the Laughing Skull Comedy Festival in Atlanta and is a favorite at festivals all over including; The Boston Comedy Festival; The Asheville Comedy Festival; The Cottage Country Comedy Festival; and the Dark Comedy Festival in Toronto. He has been seen on Comedy Central, Gotham Comedy Live and the 2017 film Blue.

Alex Babbitt: Brooklyn native, Alex Babbitt is a rising star in the Comedy scene. Alex started at the ripe age of 16 and has now become one of the funniest and most charismatic comedians in the country. He’s been seen on HBO’s All Def Comedy, BET’s show Off the Ropes, and Behind the MIC.

Kate Nichols: Local SOMA comedian, Kate Nichols has been seen on A&E’s Bae or Bail, and has performed an impressive 3 years in a row at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Moe Yaqub: Originally from Pakistan, Moe Yaqub brings a unique voice to stand-up comedy. He has been seen on Comedy Central, and won the “Funniest Person in the Twin Cities” comedy competition.

Intended for mature audiences. Recommended for ages 18 and up.




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The Flip Side: Improv at Vivid Stage

Friday, September 05, 2025 @ 8:00pm
Madison Community Center
10 Kings Road, Madison, NJ 07940
category: comedy

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Jessica Kirson

Saturday, September 06, 2025 @ 8:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: comedy

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Nurse Blake - BUT DID YOU DIE? Comedy Tour

Sunday, September 14, 2025 @ 7:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
category: comedy


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The Second City Presents “Laugh Harder Not Smarter”

Friday, September 19, 2025 @ 8:00pm
Berrie Center for the Arts
505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430
category: comedy


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Manhattan Comedy Night September

Friday, September 19, 2025 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
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State Theatre presents comedian Jessica Kirson

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents comedian Jessica Kirson on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. Kirson is a dynamic force in comedy, celebrated for her high-energy performances, ridiculous characters, and self-deprecating vulnerability. With a career spanning over two decades, she has found an audience for her comedy on social media, where she has racked up over a billion views.



Avenel

Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Katie Boyle on September 13th

(AVENEL, NJ) -- The Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Katie Boyle on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 8:00pm. Her favorite stand-up topics are her journey through American culture, dating, therapy and shame!



Vivid

Vivid Stage's The Flip Side to Perform at Madison Community Arts Center on September 5th

(MADISON, NJ) -- Vivid Stage is opening its season with an improv comedy performance by its house team, The Flip Side. Appearing at the Madison Community Arts Center every other month throughout the year, The Flip Side will perform on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 8:00pm.



Berrie

Berrie Center presents The Second City's "Laugh Harder Not Smarter"

(MAHWAH, NJ) -- The Berrie Center presents The Second City with "Laugh Harder Not Smarter" on Friday, September 19, 2025 in the Sharp Theater. Rooted in the groundbreaking improvisational games of Viola Spolin, The Second City opened its doors on a snowy Chicago night in December of 1959, and a comedy revolution began. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Monmouth

Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents comedian Monique Marvez

(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Monmouth University's Center for the Arts presents comedian Monique Marvez on Friday, November 21, 2025 at 8:00pm in the Pollak Theatre. Born and raised in Miami, Monique blends her Cuban-American roots with fearless, insightful comedy that resonates across cultures. She quickly rose to prominence, earning a reputation for her fearless and authentic comedic style.




 

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