Critics have said Josh Blue is not a cerebral palsy comic – he’s a comic who happens to have cerebral palsy. With an undeniable likeability and impeccable comedic timing, Josh continues to break down stereotypes of people with disabilities one laugh at a time. Now Josh has won over a whole new legion of fans – over 7 Million to be precise – with his impressive run into the final three on this year’s 16th season of America’s Got Talent.
Please be advised that this performance will contain adult language and content.
Academy Member Presale begins January 24, 2022. Remaining tickets will be released to the public on January 28, 2022.
Following his groundbreaking win on NBC’s Last Comic Standing in 2006, Josh Blue has risen through the ranks to become a well-established headliner at venues throughout the world. In 2018, Josh crushed his set on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon – in the same year, he was honored with a performance at the William H. Macy Gala at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada. He wrapped up 2018 by recording his fifth 1-hour special at his home club, Comedy Works in Denver, CO. Josh does over 200 shows a year, continuing to spread laughter and break down stereotypes of people with disabilities. His stand-up routine is in a constant state of evolution and his off-the-cuff improvisational skills guarantee that no two shows are alike.
Josh’s story has been featured on Fox, CBS, ABC, MSNBC, and CNN. He was the first comedian to perform stand-up on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, was named Best Winning Reality Show Guest on Live with Regis and Kelly, and made standout appearances on Comics Unleashed. Josh starred in Comedy Central Presents: Josh Blue in 2011. His third one-hour special Sticky Change aired on Showtime and Netflix. In 2016, Josh released his fourth one-hour special, DELETE on HULU and Amazon.
Josh is a repeat guest on such nationally syndicated radio programs as NPR’s Talk of the Nation, The Mancow Show, and several podcasts. He has been featured in numerous print publications including People Magazine and The New York Times. Josh is all over social media with over 1 million views on his YouTube clips and almost one million followers on Facebook.
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Tickets:
Obstructed: 15.00 plus taxes and fees
Value: $25.00 plus taxes and fees
Standard: $30.00 plus taxes and fees
Premium: $35.00 plus taxes and fees
Box Seats: $40.00 plus taxes and fees
Academy Member Presale begins January 24, 2022. Remaining tickets will be released to the public on January 28, 2022.
Please be advised that this performance will contain adult language and content.
To view our seating map for the Historic Academy of Music Theatre, click here. Please note that members of the Military and Educators receive a 10% discount on tickets in-person only at the Box Office.
For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499.
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Want to volunteer and see this show for free? Contact Mele Thompson, [email protected], for more information.
