New York Shows - The Second City

“Whose Line is it Anyway?” and “Judge Judy” collide in this exciting twist on a television staple. Judge Mintz sees the Theatre ’73 transformed into an improvised courtroom where the cases are created through audience suggestion. Chaos reigns as the city’s best comedians passionately argue cases that they have no prior knowledge of, and are forced to navigate; surprise witnesses, never-before-seen evidence, and shocking twists. All while the Honourable Judge Mintz and his trusty sidekick Bailiff Hay desperately try to hold it all together.

SaltPepperKetchup: Improv All the Way is served hot and fresh every weekend at The Second City New York! Just like your favorite bodega breakfast sandwich, this fully improvised show comes stacked with whatever you’re craving. With a rotating ensemble of performers behind the counter each night, no two shows are ever the same. Every performance is a made-to-order mix of wit, chaos, and New York flavor.

A Vietnamese Veterans Day Comedy Show coheadlined by Will Pepper and Vic Van Tran.

Vic Van Tran is a stand up comedian from Houston who abandoned his loved ones to pursue a pipe dream in New York. Victor is a regular at New York Comedy Club and tours opening for Ronny Chieng. Victor’s performed on festivals such as Skankfest, SXSW, Limestone Comedy Festival, and New York Comedy Festival.

Will Pepper is a Vietnamese American comedian based in Los Angeles whose sharp storytelling and offbeat observations make audiences feel like they’re catching up with an old friend—one who’s just a little too honest. A recurring character on the popular Uncle Roger Show (with over 10 million views), he’s toured with Jason Cheny and Jimmy O. Yang, and performed at the Los Angeles Comedy Festival and Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Join us at The Second City New York October 16th for a free viewing party of Rushmore.

Doors: 7pm
Movie: 8pm

Register your seats: Rushmore Viewing Party 

Join us at The Second City New York September 29th for a free viewing party of Mean Girls

Doors: 7pm
Movie: 8pm

Register your seats: Mean Girls Viewing Party

Join us at The Second City New York September 15th for a free viewing party of The 40-Year-Old Virgin 

Doors: 7pm
Movie: 8pm

Register your seats: The 40-Year-Old Virgin Viewing Party 

Join us at The Second City New York September 8th for a free viewing party of This Is Spinal Tap 

Doors: 7pm
Movie: 8pm

Register your seats: Spinal Tap Viewing Party 

One night, two mystical shows.

SPECTRE PROJECTOR
Jack Blankenship + Allison Frasca

Jak Blankens, the star of America’s top-rated ghost-hunting reality show, hosts a seminar detailing his proof of the paranormal, but his beliefs and credibility are called into question when he encounters a spirit in a New York City basement. Come watch the fight of Jak’s afterlife!

PREDICTABLE
Laura Ornella

Laura never thought caring for her 90-year-old Cuban grandfather would be in her future. Turns out her psychic never saw it coming either. This is a tale about discovering your heritage, navigating the nation’s terrible health system, and learning how to put diapers on your abuelo — all while occasionally seeing a weirdly accurate psychic.

I couldn’t help but wonder…..do you want to watch FULLY IMPROVISED Sex and the City? Calling all Carries, Mirandas, Samanthas, Charlottes– all fans of the show OR NOT fans!– to experience completely new Sex and the City lore unfolding in front of your eyes, inspired by a guest monologist.

This is not a regular comedy show. A night of throwback R&B vibes & stand-up comedy.

Stand-up from NYC’s funniest comics.

Live R&B medley you’ll want to sing along to.

Nostalgia. Laughs. Vibes.

Songs ’N Scenes is a vibrant collision of live music and unscripted theater—a uniquely immersive show where no two nights are the same. Each performance begins with an original song from a featured guest musician. From there, a cast of top-tier improvisers spins scenes inspired by the mood, themes, lyrics, or energy of the song. As the evening unfolds, songs and scenes weave together in unexpected ways, creating a one-night-only tapestry of comedy, storytelling, and musical spontaneity. It’s a joyful, emotional, and unpredictable ride—equal parts concert, improv jam, and theatrical experiment.

Special Musical Guest: Dan Pugh
Improvisers: Leslie Korine, Dave Quiñones, Louie Pearlman, Yazmin Ramos, Sara Savusa, Spenser Wilden
Directed by Louie Pearlman
Produced by Shirley Rodriguez, Create the Remarkable Inc. and Louie Pearlman

Your new favorite night of comedy is here! The Show features an exciting mix of emerging comedians and Brooklyn mainstays presented by the hosts of The Mic, The Second City NY’s first-ever weekly open mic.

Co-hosts Brendan Callahan, Grace Delsohn, Rebecca Escobedo, and Jennifer Vadiveloo are thrilled to feature some of their favorite comedians who have appeared at The Mic in this electric first installment of The Show. Don’t miss it!

MONTESSORI BOY is a Brooklyn-based sketch comedy group consisting of best friends JULIA TESMOND, DIEGO ABRAHAM, and JT TSUCHIYA. Their sketches have amassed over 11 million views across TikTok and Instagram and have been featured in Vulture for their sketch ‘JT DOES A GOOD DEED’. MONTESSORI BOY’s live shows can be seen in venues all around New York, where they combine their unique blend of live sketch, filmed shorts, and heinous sensibility.

Montessori Boy is a Brooklyn-based sketch comedy group consisting of best friends Julia Tesmond, Diego Abraham, and JT Tsuchiya. Their sketches have amassed over 20 million views across Tiktok, Instagram, and the website formerly known as Twitter. They have over 100k followers across platforms and have been featured in Vulture.

A trans-led, topical comedy news show for Gen Z hosted by Ella Yurman, tackling politics from a queer, leftist perspective.

Take a deep, wet, dive into comedian, performer, pop-star and overall icon, Marley Gotterer’s Mind. Have you heard of Ms. Frizzle? Yeah, that was based on Marley. She’ll take you on a journey of laughter. A journey of ooo’s and aaaah’s. Some may find it disturbing in her mind, others may find it just oh so funny. Come watch the most famous comedians & clowns in the world play games, show their asses & get a little freaky & deranged.

Marley Gotterer is a multifaceted creative who has written and directed videos for Cardi B, Hozier, King Princess, AriZona Iced Tea, Ava Max, Shygirl, Hayley Kiyoko, OLIPOP, Lady Gaga and many, many more pop stars known to gay people. Marley specializes in comedy and how it can be used to make hard-to-chew narratives palatable–mixing the absurd and spectacle with grounded narratives. Cultivating community is an imperative part of Marley’s work.

A huge, exciting, experimental monster of a comedy show, BoogieManja delivers an hour of fantastic sketch and character comedy from some of the sharpest writers and performers in NYC. Each week features two of eight stellar teams, each with their own voice and comedy style; no two nights are ever the same. Expect bold ideas, wild characters, and unpredictable laughs—BoogieManja is fresh, experimental, and funny.

Second City alums and professional sketch comedians and improvisers John Randall, Lisa Albano, Miranda Rozas, Colin Rourke, and Winnie Stack present Perhaps, Perhaps—an hour-long comedic play set in a nursing home. With heart and humor, the show explores the dynamics of life’s final chapter, blending sharp wit and poignant moments to tackle themes of aging, mortality, and the relationships that define our last days.

¡Acompaña a Chente Ydrach, el renombrado comediante, actor e influencer, en su regreso al escenario después de una pausa de cinco años! Conocido por su estilo único de contar historias y su perspectiva hiper-personal, Chente compartirá sus más recientes aventuras profesionales y personales, brindando risas y entretenimiento como nunca antes. Con una trayectoria de espectáculos agotados en EE. UU. y Puerto Rico, esta gira es imperdible. Prepárate para una noche inolvidable con Chente Ydrach.

Join Chente Ydrach, the acclaimed comedian, actor, and influencer, as he returns to the stage after a five-year hiatus! Known for his unique storytelling style and hyper-personal perspective, Chente will share his latest professional and personal adventures, delivering laughs and entertainment like never before. With a track record of sold-out shows across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, this tour is a must-see. Get ready for an unforgettable night with Chente Ydrach.

Jin Au-Yeung aka MC JIN, hit the scene a quarter century ago as a young, quick-witted, rhyme-slinging, battle rap extraordinaire.

Signing a high-profile record deal with the legendary Ruff Ryders, his path was unprecedented, unpredictable and unique to say the least. In 2025, he continues to hone his skills on the mic not only as a rapper but also a comedian. He’s got rhymes. He’s got jokes. He’s your Chinese friend. When I say MC, you say JIN!

Harmonic mammal and local wizard, Jooby, seeks to enchant and delight.
By harnessing the audience’s power, new spells will be created, old bonds will shatter, and someone’s bed will get wet.

Bring your most loathed object and your most supple mind.

Created by Julian Hernandez.

Todd Glass: The Event of a Lifetime, at its core, is a stand-up comedy show.

But, this one is backed by a 7 piece band, made up of talented musicians and skilled improvisers.

As the audience waits in line, a saxophone player entertains them changing the whole mood of the entire block and foreshadowing what is to come.

When the doors open, the crowd enters a dark, dimly lit space reminiscent of a swanky jazz club with cocktail tables draped in black to the floor and the band already playing on stage as they take their seats.

The result is a show the Los Angeles Times called “A masterclass in elevating stand up comedy.”

And now over 25 of today’s best comedy minds have lent their names to this show, because they would like to invite you to experience “Todd Glass: The Event Of A Lifetime”

The writers from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert put away their pens and improvise for you. (They do not actually use pens at work but you know what I mean)

HUMPD is a monthly show hosted by Jordan Carlos and Olivia Levine featuring New York City’s best comedians with a healthy dose of sex chit chat! Each show culminates in an interview and Q + A with a guest who works in the sex and intimacy realm, be it a dominatrix, a sex therapist, an intimacy coordinator, a kink expert, a doula…the list goes on! In short, expect anyone in the business of getting us over the aforementioned “HUMP(D)…”

Jordan Carlos is known for his unforgettable appearances on Netflix, Comedy Central, BET, and more. and co-hosting the hit podcast Adulting with Michelle Buteau – he’s no stranger to making audiences laugh while making them think. Olivia Levine is a NY based comedian, actor and writer. She hosts a monthly queer standup show called STRAPPED at the Stonewall Inn, and recently took her hit solo show UNSTUCK to the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Catch the inaugural Second City New York House Company, made up of NYC’s fiercest, funniest rising stars, making comedy magic on the spot with a fully improvised show every Wednesday in the Blackbox.

Got a single friend who’s a total catch? It’s time to play matchmaker with a twist! Create a slide deck presentation that showcases their best qualities, quirks, and charm. Then, take the stage and deliver a 3-5 minute pitch to a room full of eager singles ready to mingle. Who knows? You might just spark the next great love story!
For Questions, reach out to
Email: JoerkyLLC@gmail.com
Insta: PitchandPairNYC
Tickets:
$50 to Pitch: Includes a 3-5 min pitch slot and x2 entry tickets. Get pitch tickets: SOLD OUT
$20 to Attend: Attend as a guest and enjoy the pitches (no pitching required)

Come join us at The Second City – 64 N 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249. Wednesday, August 27th 2025 · 6:30 – 9pm EST *Please note this is a 21+ event

What to Expect
Pitch Your Friend: Sign up to present your single bestie using a slide deck. Each pitch is 3-5 minutes and designed to highlight their best qualities, quirks, and what makes them a total catch.

How It Works
Tickets: Buy your tickets prior to the event to reserve your pitch spot before all spots are filled.
Event Night: Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
Presentations: Present your friend to a room full of singles or sit back, sip your drink, and enjoy the presentations.
After each presentation: There will be a Q&A session, and presenters will share their friends contact info (e.g., Instagram handle) on the last slide so audience members can slide into their DMs
Mingle & Match: After the pitches, you can also mingle and make connections with anyone who caught your eye!
Why Choose Pitch & Pair NYC?
Tired of endless swiping, awkward first dates, and traditional speed dating? At Pitch & Pair NYC, we’re flipping the script on singles events with a fun, interactive matchmaking experience where friends pitch their single besties to a room full of eligible NYC singles. Forget dating apps—this is a creative, real-life way to meet, mingle, and make authentic connections!

Testimonials
“Pitch and Pair is an ingenious idea perfectly executed. You should go without hesitation-whether you’re the potential object of romantic desire or the pitcher or even a spectator, it really does make for an immaculate evening.” -Alex R. NYC
“I had a great time and got 3 dates from my friend’s pitch and pair presentation!”– Doug, NYC
“It was a blast presenting my friend at Pitch and Pair. It was so fun, creative, and funny.” – Marissa, NYC

FAQs
Who can attend? Anyone 21+! Whether you’re pitching a friend or just here to watch and mingle, there’s a spot for you.

Do I have to pitch someone? Not at all! You can attend as an attendee and see if anyone catches your eye.

Do I have to be single to go? Everyone’s welcome, but it’s recommended to drag along your single friend!

What if I don’t know how to make a slide deck? No worries—keep it simple and creative! Think photos, fun facts, and inside jokes that make your friend shine. Reach out to our team for templates of ideas 🙂
Mingle & Meet: Not pitching? No problem! Grab a drink, enjoy the show, and chat with other eligible singles in a relaxed, fun setting.

Comedy Tonight is a mix of all things comedy. Variety show feat Stand-up, characters, clowns? You never know what could happen at Comedy Tonight!

Join us at The Second City for a night of short film screenings at Fuck It Film Fest! The writers, actors, and directors involved will be premiering original work all made with the spirit of spontaneity. FIFF was built to foster a community for writers, actors, and directors around their love of filmmaking. By attending the screening, you’re a part of that! Get ready for an hour filled with original non-stop fun, laughter, and DIY-artistry. Buy your tickets today!

Chicken Big presents a genre bending and defining work of air and space. Come see the dazzling stylings of an act Simon Cowell called “actually funny” and that Sofia Vergara absolutely hated.

Stand Up Comedy show hosted by Marie Faustin, Aminah Imani & Sydnee Washington

The girls are back in Williamsburg once a month with some of their favorite comedians in NYC. Catch them while you can, cause they are booked & busy! Tickets are $10.00 presale and $15.00 at the door.

Gianmarco Soresi shares his new material and funny cast of special guest comedians at The Second City in NYC.

Yerrrlywood, Producedby LeniPenny, is a hit show at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles that features the best comedians from the east coast. Now coming to its hometown NYC with the best east coast comics.

No puedes perderte esta divertida noche llena de risas en el debut de Poly Diaz en The Second City. Su romantico y acido estilo de comedia, hechizó audiencias en su más reciente tour, Romántica, y ahora es su momento de enamorar a la Gran Manzana. Así que agenda la fecha para esta aparición mensual porque no puedes faltar, con Poly como host y muchos invitados espectaculares que te haran pasar una noche inolvidable de comedia en español.

Sobre Poly Diaz: Comediante de stand up, locutora y actriz. Originaria de Venezuela, Poly inició su carrera en la comedia en los escenarios de la Ciudad de México hace 6 años. Su último show the stand up, Romántica, viajó por más de 45 ciudades en Latinoamérica, Europa y los Estados Unidos.

Get ready for a night full of laughter and fun as Poly Diaz makes her Second City Theater debut! Audiences fell in love with Poly’sRománticatyle and sharp sense of humor during her latest tour, “Romántica,” and now it’s The Big Apple’s turn. So, mark your calendars for the monthly Spanish language show that you definitely don’t want to miss. Poly will host the show (en español, of course), and perform along with her special guests .

About Poly Diaz:
Stand up Comedian, broadcaster, and actress. Originally from Venezuela, Poly began her comedy career participating in open-mics when she moved to Mexico City 6 years ago. Her latest one woman show called “Romántica” toured more than 45 cities in Latin America, Europe and The US.

An overly proud latine improv show starring Taylor Gonzalez & Julian Hernandez. Featuring special guests and cumbias spun by dj plantpapi. havanaclub.nyc

The Infinite Wrench is a dynamic, mind-bending barrage of 30 original plays that the NY Neo-Futurists try to perform within a single hour. Each play offers something different, be it funny, profound, elegant, disgusting, topical, irrelevant, terrifying, or a song. All are truthful and tackle the here-and-now, inspired by the lived experiences of the performers. With new plays and new combinations of plays every performance, The Infinite Wrench is the Neo-Futurists’ ongoing and ever-changing attempt to shift the conventions of live performance and challenge the fourth wall head-on.

Mark & Lisa and Friends is an absurd theatrical clown show about an Armenian immigrant’s quest for love and acceptance with his mischievous real life doll girlfriend, Lisa. Created and performed by Maarit Hara & Marina Gasparyan. Featuring Jared Bronen, Alex Guaglianone, Margaret Burrus, and Samantha Mellina!