(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center welcomes Passaic native Tom Papa, one of America's top comedians, back to NJPAC on Friday, November 7, 2025. Showtime is 7:00pm.
Tom Papa is recognized as one of the leading comedic voices in the country, enjoying success as an author, and in film, television, radio, and podcasts, as well as on stage. Tom has released four hour-long stand-up specials, with his latest, "Tom Papa: You’re Doing Great!", being a wildly successful Netflix Original. His other critically acclaimed specials include "Human Mule," "Freaked Out," and "Tom Papa Live in New York City," which was directed by Rob Zombie. In addition to his comedy work, he recently published his second book, "You’re Doing Great! - And Other Reasons to Stay Alive," a follow-up to "Your Dad Stole My Rake: And Other Family Dilemmas," which was also released by St. Martin’s Press.
His latest book has been included on “Summer Must Read” lists from various publications, including Parade Magazine and The New York Post. Tom is also a contributing writer for The New Yorker Magazine.
He frequently appears as a guest on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast. Additionally, Tom hosts his own podcast, "Breaking Bread with Tom Papa," where he shares an hour with guests to enjoy food and uplifting conversations. Listeners are invited to join them at the table as they celebrate the significance of breaking bread with insightful, revealing, and always humorous discussions.
Tickets start at $51 and are available for purchase online, by calling 888. GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or by visiting the NJPAC Box Office at 1 Center Street, Newark, New Jersey.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, N.J., is America’s most diverse performing arts center, and the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey – where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state’s and the world’s best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, which have reached almost 2 million children, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 10 million visitors since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents.
