Comedy Village, located in the heart of Times Square, is celebrating Women’s Comedy History Month with a series of live performances highlighting women in stand-up comedy. Founded by comedian PJ Landers, the club has built a reputation for supporting both established performers and emerging voices, a foundation that continues this month with a curated lineup designed to showcase the range and impact of women in comedy. The celebration features themed performances including “Women of a Certain Age,” created and hosted by veteran comedian Carol Montgomery, “Chismosa,” featuring emerging Latina comics hosted by Paula J. Leon, and “Wang’s World,” spotlighting Asian women in comedy hosted by Taiwanese comedian Vicki Wang.
As part of the celebration, Comedy Village is offering VIP admission for women to select shows this weekend, giving audiences an opportunity to experience live stand-up in one of New York City’s most active comedy venues. The lineup includes nationally recognized talent such as Brittany Brave and Carmen Lynch. Brave, a New York-based comedian originally from Miami, has appeared on NBC, MTV, The Wendy Williams Show, and SiriusXM, and was named a 2024 “Comic to Watch” at the New York Comedy Festival. Lynch, a bilingual comedian, has appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, along with credits including Inside Amy Schumer and That Damn Michael Che.
“Comedy Village has always been about giving great comics a stage,” said Landers. “This month, we’re proud to highlight some of the women shaping comedy today and give them a platform in the heart of Times Square.” With nightly shows and a rotating lineup of performers, Comedy Village continues to position itself as a destination for both locals and visitors seeking live comedy in New York City. The venue, which originally was founded in 2004 in Greenwich Village, expanded to Times Square in 2024 and now hosts nightly shows in one of the world’s busiest entertainment districts.
This month-long celebration matters because it provides visibility and a major platform for diverse female comedic voices in an industry where women have historically been underrepresented. By dedicating an entire month to women’s comedy in a high-profile Times Square location, Comedy Village not only celebrates established performers but also creates opportunities for emerging talent across different cultural backgrounds. The event’s significance extends beyond entertainment, contributing to broader conversations about representation and equity in comedy while offering audiences access to a wider range of perspectives and humor styles.
