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Best Comedy & Stand-up Jul 26 - Sep 26

in Hartford

Bill Maher at Toyota Oakdale Theatre

Bill Maher

Bill Maher has set the boundaries of political humour on American television, and even now continues to push new ones. His combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have earned him a staggering 23 Emmy nominations to date. The controversial satirist's career launched with stand-up almost 30 years ago and he returns to his roots an unforgettable night of sharpshooting political satire.

Ian Bagg at Funny Bone Comedy Club

Ian Bagg

Coming to a comedy club near you, get ready for the experience of a lifetime with Ian Bagg! A tenured comedian with appearances under his belt such as The Tonight Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Comedy Central specials and more, you don't want to miss out on the opportunity to see his stand-up in action!

Anthony Rodia at Funny Bone Comedy Club

Anthony Rodia

Be prepared to laugh all night, when the hilarious Anthony Rodia comes to you! The Italian-American stand-up comedian is embarking on his The Road Rage tour this year. His comedy is inspired by his real-life experiences with parenthood, marriage and road rage. You can expect an unforgettable night of laughter and entertainment, so make sure to catch him in a city near you!

David Spade at Mortensen Hall - Bushnell Theatre

David Spade

David Spade is bringing the sarcastic sense of humor and cutting one-liners that made him famous to a stage near you. From his days on Saturday Night Live through his stand-up and film work, Spade has made an entire career out of being a smart-ass. Known for his endless withering sarcasm, Spade has been a staple of TV sitcoms since the late 1990s and continues to pop up in films from time to time, usually in the service of his friend Adam Sandler.

Andrew Schulz at Mohegan Sun Arena

Andrew Schulz

Star on the rise, Andrew Schulz is hitting the road this year as he brings his unique style of stand-up to you! Best known for his starring role in MTV's Guy Code, Schulz is an actor, comedian and podcast host. Since releasing his first comedy special in 2017, Schulz has garnered fans from across the globe!

Shane Gillis at Mohegan Sun Arena

Shane Gillis

Citing influence from Dave Chappelle, Bill Burr, Norm McDonald, and Louis C.K, its no surprise that rising comedian, podcaster, and YouTuber Shane Gillis has courted controversy, famously losing his SNL gig before even beginning. But that hasn't stopped Gillis from sharing the laughs - don't miss this outspoken performer when he sets out on an extensive tour, bringing his act to a stage near you!

Jeff Dunham at Mohegan Sun Arena

Jeff Dunham

One of the most successful comics in the business, Jeff Dunham continues his 'Still Not Cancelled' tour into 2024. He'll, of course, be joined by Achmed, Jose Jalapeno and the rest of his very animated, outrageous friends for an evening of envelope-pushing ventriloquism. Don't miss your chance to catch him live as he heads to a venue near you!

Theo Von at Toyota Oakdale Theatre

Theo Von

Comedian, podcaster, TV host and actor, is there anything Theo Von can't do?! Catch one of America's rising stars in action this spring as Theo Von heads out on his Dark Arts tour! Famed for his creation of CrankTexts.com (a website where the star gets into all sorts of weird and wonderful conversations with strangers), Theo Von began his varied career when he starred in MTV's hit series Road Rules.

Aries Spears at Funny Bone Comedy Club

Aries Spears

Aries Spears is hitting the road on his limited date tour, kicking off this fall! Since Chicago native Aries Spears was 14 years old, he has been a force to be reckoned with in the comedy scene throughout America. His quick wit, charisma, and ferociously aggressive style of comedy have earned him critical acclaim, high accolades, and, above all, a busy schedule!