A Summer of Laughter at Byham Theater!
Written by Madeline Milchman
The Byham Theater originally opened in 1904 as a vaudeville theater. In 1930, the theater was transitioned into a movie theater before the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust took it over in 1990. This summer, the theater is hosting an array of comedians and more, guaranteed to make you laugh, relax, and enjoy yourself.
Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour- August 15 and 16
Social Media famous and an Emmy nominated comedian, Josh Johnson is on tour following time writing and performing on The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, and his most recent stand up special Josh Johnson: Up Here Killing Myself.
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Chris Distefano- August 23
Chris Distefano’s career ranges across television, podcasts, stand-up comedy, and social media, each one presenting comedic gold.
Tom Papa: Grateful Bread Tour- September 6
Tom Papa wrote 3 books, released 6 highly-rated comedy specials, and starred in many well-known movies, including Paper Spiders, The Informant, Analyze That, and more.
Chris D’Elia: Straight Outta The Multiverse- September 12
Chris D’Eliar’s CONGRATULATIONS CHRIS D’ELIA podcast has remained on iTunes comedy charts since it debuted in 2017. He has also released 3 comedy specials and has toured across America and Canada.
Nate Jackson: Big Dog- September 18
This TikTok sensation is kicking off his Big Dog tour this fall after recently releasing his Netflix comedy special, Nate Jackson: Super Funny World-Wide. He is also starring in the reboot of the hit series, The Office.
Compagnie Hervé KOUBI- September 20
This dance combines contemporary urban, capoeira, and martial arts to create a fearless and powerful performance.
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Dog Man: The Musical- September 27
Dog Man has the head of a dog and body of a policeman. While watching him fight crime and cats, you’ll laugh and maybe cry.