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NJPAC presents comedian Ben Schwartz and friends

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) hosts actor and comedian Ben Schwartz and friends on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 7:00pm. They will provide an unforgettable evening featuring a surprise lineup of improvisers.





 

The Newton Theatre presents comedian Jim Norton

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Comedian Jim Norton will perform at The Newton Theatre on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 8:00pm. In addition to comedy, Norton is a radio host, actor, and a twice NY Times bestselling author.



MPAC presents Michael Che Live

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents Michael Che Live on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 8:00pm. It's a night of stand up comedy from the popular star from Saturday Night Live. Appropriate for audiences 18 and up.



Bananas Comedy Club presents Tammy Pescatelli

(RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Bananas Comedy Club presents Tammy Pescatelli with three sets across November 28-29, 2025. Arguably one of the hardest working women in comedy today, Tammy Pescatelli brings brassy sexiness with a bold voice of witty sarcasm to her audiences, holding her own on the topics of sports, television, dating and family life using tongue-in-cheek humor.



The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club #64

(NEWTON, NJ) -- Big Apple Comedy Club #64 takes place at The Newton Theatre on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 8:00pm. This laugh-packed night features four, hilarious comedians coming to the stage for one epic night. The lineup includes Graham Kay, Ian Lara, Veronica Mosey and Talia Reese.





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NJPAC hosts An Evening With Conan O'Brien And Stephen Colbert to benefit Montclair Film

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Montclair Film, New Jersey's leading film non-profit, announced that Conan O'Brien will join Stephen Colbert on stage at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 7:00pm. The pair will sit down for an unforgettable evening of conversation celebrating Mr. O'Brien's career as one of our leading comic minds.



Trevor Noah and Kristin Lemkau to be Honored at "Comic Relief Live" Benefit

(NEW YORK, NY) -- "Comic Relief Live" will return to New York City on December 10, 2025, at 8:00pm, in the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Hosted by John Oliver (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver), Comic Relief's annual benefit to build brighter futures for kids will honor Trevor Noah (comedian and best-selling author) with Comic Relief's Icon Award and Kristin Lemkau (Chief Executive Officer of J.P. Morgan Wealth Management at JPMorgan Chase) with Comic Relief’s Visionary Award.



NJPAC presents HYPROV with Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci

(NEWARK, NJ) -- It's a night of family entertainment during the holiday season at with improviser Colin Mochrie and celebrity hypnotist, Asad Mecci who bring their new show HYPROV to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 8:00pm. HYPROV to is an improv show under hypnosis — a unique comedy experience so entertaining that you'll find yourself asking, "Is it real?"



NJPAC presents comedian Alfred Robles in special Midnight Show

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Get ready for a wild night of comedy as the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes Alfred Robles on Friday, February 6, 2026 at midnight. Originally from East Los Angeles, Robles is a stand-up powerhouse known for his sharp humor and unforgettable audience interactions.



Prudential Center presents Comedian Matt Rife

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Record-breaking comedian Matt Rife has announced an extension of his highly successful Stay Golden World Tour, with a run of 40+ new dates playing off next year across North America, Europe and the UK. These add to his previously announced shows across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Canada. The run of new shows, produced by Live Nation, includes a show at the Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, February 28, 2026 and one in November at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, NY.