Comedy

Join us in the Tropicana with Sirena Irwin and Bill Mendieta, stars of the original production and national tour I Love Lucy Live Onstage for brunch. After a big fight, "Lucy and Ricky" are lured to a solitary meeting by the "Mertzes". When they discover a dusty box of props, laughter and memories lead them back to love, forgiveness, and each other in this charming and heartfelt event.

We all know and love Lucy, but you may not realize just how deeply I Love Lucy shaped the shows you still watch today. From the multi-camera format and live studio audience to the chemistry between its stars, this groundbreaking sitcom changed television forever. Join a museum educator for a look at the lasting influence and legacy of one of TV’s most iconic comedies.

Celebrate I Love Lucy’s 75th year with an exclusive view of rare production documents and behind-the-scenes photographs pulled from the archives. Engage with members of the archives team and materials highlighting the work of both cast and crew, including Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, offering insight into the creative forces, production innovations, and collaboration that shaped this enduring sitcom.

Get an inside scoop on what it’s like within the hallowed halls of 30 Rock at Saturday Night Live. Learn more about the rigorous weekly schedule, taking a sketch from paper to production, and how the show has changed over its nearly 50 year run.

Engage with archivists and explore a selection of archival materials from one of comedy’s most beloved duos, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. Spanning their decades-long comedic and personal partnership, this experience features scripts, notes, and other rarely seen materials recently acquired by the National Comedy Center. Materials reflect their sharp wit, lasting chemistry, and wide-ranging impact across entertainment mediums.

Let's face it - everybody farts, poops, and pees. And just about everybody finds these acts funny (at least to some degree). Join a museum educator and engage with all things scatological humor by discussing the history, creation, and reception of some of the most well-known scatological jokes.

Join us outside of the National Comedy Center before and after the Bert Kreischer shows for a party like no other! Enjoy live music, beer, wine, food trucks and more!

The National Comedy Center, the United States’ museum and national archive dedicated to the art form of comedy, announced that Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer and Seth Meyers will headline its annual comedy festival, held in Jamestown, New York, August 6 – 9, 2026. Bert Kreischer will take the stage on Saturday, August 8 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Northwest Arena. Bert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s…

Have fun and learn more about how you can make comedy! Explore the museum through discussions and activities led by a museum educator, then try your hand at improv, stand-up, and internet humor. Ideal for children aged 6 to 12 and their families, though all ages (and audience members) are welcome!