We’re bringing books to life—literally—with a comedy improv showdown where four comedians compete to take on literature in the most unexpected ways! Find out at this one-of-a-kind improv showdown, where comedy, literature, and history collide in the most unexpected (and hilarious) ways! Hosted by the resident comedian and sketch performer of “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” Seth Herzog,  with celebrity judges, four fierce female improvisers, and a live keyboardist, this laugh-fueled competition will keep you on your toes as performers battle it out for comedic glory! History has never been this funny—don’t miss out!

NYLaughs

NYLaughs is proud to partner with the New York Public Library to bring this unique, laughter-filled celebration of literature and women’s history to life! As the only nonprofit devoted to enriching NYC through the transformative power of laughter, NYLaughs brings free, live stand-up comedy to public spaces—turning parks, streets, and rooftops into stages for connection, joy, and thought-provoking social commentary.

We extend our gratitude to NYC City Councilmember Keith Powers for his ongoing commitment to NYLaughs’ mission and making this event happen. This remarkable event is made possible, in part, by the generous support of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, A.R.T./New York, A.R.T./New York’s NYC Small Theatres Fund (with support from the Howard Gilman Foundation), and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul.

Together with NYPL, we’re transforming the library into a stage where literature, history, and comedy collide—proving that a laughing New Yorker is a better New Yorker! #NYLaughs #NYPL #ComedyMeetsHistory

Free to the Public

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