(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs when the Ladies of Laughter, featuring the best talent from their acclaimed national comedy competition, come to South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:30pm. The lineup includes Meghan Hanley, Olga Namer, Mia Jackson, and Laura Patton.
Meghan Hanley: Meghan is a Brooklyn based, internationally touring stand-up comedian, who has been featured in Forbes, and appeared on AXSTV’s “Gotham Comedy Live,” The MSG Network, DreamsTV, Fox’s “Laughs” and “Red Eye.” In 2023, her Dry Bar Comedy Special “Friends With Kids,” premiered on The App and her comedy album, “This Happy,” debuted at number 1 on the iTunes charts. Hanley’s quick wit and upbeat persona have led to her being featured on two tours with Armed Forces Entertainment, providing laughter to our Troops overseas.
Olga Namer: Born in Brooklyn and raised in an Orthodox Jewish home, Olga is the 2018 “Newcomer” winner of the national Ladies of Laughter competition and the 2017 Smart Aleck Comedy Festival. She works regularly at West Side Comedy Club, Gotham Comedy Club and The Comic Strip in New York City. She completed all levels of UCB in sketch and Improv. Olga brings her unique point of view to her comedy, described as “funny, honest, authentic, and sarcastic.” Inspired by Sarah Silverman and Larry David, Olga is currently working on her comedy hour about her life.
Mia Jackson: A native of Columbus, GA, Mia started her stand up career in Atlanta. Now living in New York, Mia performs regularly around NYC when not on the road. She has written for Life & Beth (Hulu) and I Love Us (BET+). A true multi-hyphenate, Mia landed a voiceover role as the narrator for My Celebrity Dream Wedding (VH1) and has comedy specials on MGM+ and Comedy Central. Her most recent credits include sets featured on Season 2 of Nateland Presents: The Showcase and Don’t Tell Comedy.
Laura Patton: Laura Patton is a fast-rising comic, becoming a familiar face at comedy clubs in the New York metropolitan area, delighting audiences with her honest approach to living with a long-time husband and 2 teenaged boys and parenting in this current age. She was a 2024 Ladies of Laughter contestant stand-out.
Tickets are available for purchase online. South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) is located at One SOPAC Way in South Orange, New Jersey.
Whether it’s a night out with your friends or a date night, Ladies of Laughter is sure to make you LOL.
