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The Vogel presents comedian Aaron Chen

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The Vogel presents comedian Aaron Chen on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 7:00pm. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Aaron has quickly climbed the ranks of the international comedy scene.



 



Bananas Comedy Club presents Joe Gatto

(RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Bananas Comedy Club presents Joe Gatto from January 8-11, 2026. Joe is best known from the hit TV shows "Impractical Jokers" and "The Misery Index."




Avenel PAC presents comedian John Poveromo

(AVENEL, NJ) -- John Poveromo is a nationally touring comedian, writer, cartoonist, and the host of Dystopia Tonight. His unique blend of wit and insight has earned him recognition across multiple platforms and stages. He will perform at Avenel Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 8:00pm.











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Don’t

Don’t Tell Comedy

Saturday, January 24, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065



Don’t

Don’t Tell Comedy

Saturday, January 24, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
360 Hamilton Avenue, Rahway, NJ 07065



Jordan

Jordan Klepper - Suffering Fools

Friday, January 30, 2026 @ 7:00pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre)
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540



Cedric

Cedric the Entertainer

Friday, January 30, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631










FEATURES


McCarter Theatre presents Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre presents Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 7:30pm. Nish has achieved huge success on the stand-up circuit with five rave reviewed solo stand-up shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, two of which have been nominated for the prestigious Comedy Award for Best Show in both 2015 & 2016.




MPAC presents Jessica Kirson on February 19th

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) presents comedian Jessica Kirson on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 8:00pm. She is a dynamic force in comedy, celebrated for her high-energy performances, ridiculous characters, and self-deprecating vulnerability.




State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club present Nimesh Patel

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club present Nimesh Patel: With All Due Disrespect Tour on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:30pm. Nimesh is a comedian and Emmy®-nominated writer who has risen the ranks to some of comedy's biggest stages due to his unassailable joke writing, prolific output, and innovative marketing.









 

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    EVENT PREVIEWS

    (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents Big Apple Comedy Club #65 on Friday, January 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. The lineup includes Wali Collins, Wayne Cotter, Kyle Dunnigan and Erin Maguire.



    (ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Borgata Event Center presents comedian Andrew Santino on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00pm. Santino stars in FX's most-watched comedy series, "Dave," alongside Lil' Dicky. He also appears in the SHOWTIME series "I'm Dying Up Here," which is executive-produced by Jim Carrey and directed by Jonathan Levine.



    (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.