Sebastian Maniscalco simply accomplished his five-day run at Madison Sq. Backyard as a part of his ongoing “It Ain’t Proper” tour — and we already miss him.
As an genuine fan (and simply as genuine Italian), seeing Sebastian stay at NYC’s premier leisure vacation spot was appointment viewing. Fortunately, the wily observational comedian lived as much as my impossibly excessive expectations.
“I really feel like I’m with 17,000 of my pals after I’m again in New York,” Maniscalco shared with the sold-out stadium on the finish of his Sept. 19 efficiency I attended. “Whether or not it’s the way in which we grew up or in any other case, there’s one thing particular about New York.”
Staying true to himself, “It Ain’t Proper” explores what’s at the moment happening in society — and in Maniscalco’s life — together with paying $70 for parking and going by means of every decade of life. No matter who you might be, you’re assured to snicker because the 53-year-old picks aside what irritates him.
Let’s begin initially, although.
Particular visitor comedians Pat McGann and Pete Correale bought the ball rolling earlier than Maniscalco’s headlining set.
“McGann and Correale are my openers, however they’re full performers in their very own proper,” Maniscalco completely informed the New York Publish when he introduced that he was extending his tour into 2025.
That’s proper.
After the ultimate punchline of Correale’s set, the night’s headliner strode to the stage clad in his half-Mets, half-Yankees bomber jacket that exuded the Huge Apple aesthetic completely.
He shortly jumped into his act full along with his regular humor, fast wit, sluggish roll supply and on-stage motions that amounted to an exceptionally energetic efficiency. After all, the gang ate it up.
What’s extra, Maniscalco informed The Publish that he’s “having fun with the tour extra” this time round. For one, his spouse and kids are becoming a member of him at sure elements of the tour and is acting on a triangular stage to work together with the viewers extra.
In comparison with his earlier specials, ‘It Ain’t Proper’ someway feels extra relatable. Certain, his materials is common however what separates this from previous works of Maniscalco’s is how he converses with viewers members through the present. This improvisatory factor was a refreshing spin on boilerplate stand-up exhibits the place comics ship perfected routines, and made the 17,000+ member area appear extra such as you’re at your Sunday dinner desk than the Backyard the place the Knicks and Rangers play.
No matter the place you may even see Maniscalco for in 2024 or ’25, you may anticipate the sudden. The night time earlier than I attended, Jerry Seinfeld made an look that *everybody* was thrilled about. Who is aware of? Possibly a favourite comics of yours will pop in on the present you attend.
Regardless of who exhibits, although, you’re nonetheless getting Sebastian and, for our cash, that’s greater than well worth the value of admission.
Remaining verdict: Maniscalco shined in one in every of his greatest excursions but. Delightfully entertaining and memorable in each sense of the phrase, the one-of-a-kind headliner proves but once more that he’s the most effective within the biz. Don’t miss him when involves a venue close to you.
Missed the present?
He’ll be at Albany’s MVP Area on Oct. 3, Rochester’s Blue Cross Area on Nov. 15, Buffalo’s KeyBank Heart on Nov. 16 and Syracuse’s OnCenter on Nov. 17.
Subsequent yr, the ‘It Ain’t Proper Tour’ rolls into Brooklyn’s Barclays Heart on March 7, Newark’s Prudential Heart on March 8 and Belmont Park, NY’s UBS Area on March 15.
Sebastian Maniscalco tour schedule 2024-25
All 2024 ‘That Ain’t Proper Tour’ dates, venues, and hyperlinks to tickets obtainable could be discovered right here:
Newly added 2025 ‘It Ain’t Proper’ dates
All not too long ago introduced 2025 Sebastian Maniscalco present dates could be discovered under.
Sebastian Maniscalco comedy specials
Again in 1998, Maniscalco launched his comedy profession after transferring to Los Angeles.
Within the 25 years since, he’s launched six comedy specials.
When you’d prefer to meet up with his observational, one-of-a-kind materials previous to seeing him stay, you may chart Mansicalco’s development as a comic book by trying out every of his hours listed under (we all know we’ll earlier than seeing him stay at MSG).
“Sebastian Dwell” (2009) streaming on Amazon Prime
“What’s Incorrect with Individuals?” (2012) isn’t obtainable on-line
“Aren’t You Embarrassed?” (2014) streaming on Netflix
“Why Would You Do That?” (2016) streaming on Netflix
“Keep Hungry” (2019) streaming on Netflix
“Is It Me” (2022) streaming on Netflix
Following the tour, Maniscalco tell us that the ‘It Ain’t Proper Tour’ might be spun right into a particular, although he hasn’t disclosed the place it’s going to air.
Sebastian Maniscalco tour openers
Maniscalco is bringing a pair of particular visitors together with him on the highway.
To ensure you’re acquainted with their work, you will discover every comedian’s social media accounts under.
Pete Correale: Instagram
Pat McGann: Instagram
Large comedians on tour in 2024
Most of the greatest names in comedy are bringing the humorous to large venues throughout North America these subsequent few months.
To ensure you’re within the loop, listed below are simply 5 of our favorites you received’t wish to miss stay.
• Steve Martin and Martin Quick
Who else is out and about? Try our record of the 107 greatest comedians on tour in 2024 to search out out.