Preview of 'Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity'

Press release

New York, NY – SoHo Playhouse proudly presents the world premiere of Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity, written and performed by comedian and political humorist Jimmy Tingle, running May 2 - June 2, 2024 for 23 performances in a 5-week engagement in the theater’s intimate Huron Room. Previews begin May 2 for a May 12 opening.

In his newest one person show, comedian and political humorist Jimmy Tingle takes audiences on a very funny and soul-searching journey from his Boston roots as an aspiring comic and street performer to network TV [“60 Minutes II”; “The Tonight Show” with Johnny Carson; HBO; “Veep”] to The Kennedy School of Government at Harvard and a decision to run for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. The show will speak to the issues of the day, including the upcoming presidential election with comedy, compassion, and common sense while delivering a humorous yet passionate and purpose driven performance.

If laughter is the best medicine than Jimmy is the Surgeon General of humor. Clean, funny, and hopeful, Jimmy will make you laugh, think, and feel better. Just what the doctor ordered!

SoHo Playhouse’s Artistic Director Darren Lee Cole says, “Jimmy Tingle is a comedy veteran with a fresh and hilarious take on our current societal challenges. Developing shows that make you laugh and think is part of the core mission at SoHo Playhouse. I’ve taken on the role of consulting director for this one and can’t wait for audiences to see what Jimmy has cooked up. Should be great fun!”

The New York Times wrote of his previous Off-Broadway solo show, Jimmy Tingle’s Uncommon Sense: “More than comic wit… so much energy and personal warmth to this nonstop performance that one comes away from it strangely uplifted… so cheerfully intelligent that he makes his audience optimistic in the face of appalling reality.” The Boston Globe said, “There isn’t a lot of sense out there these days. Jimmy Tingle’s sense, and sense of humor, is indeed uncommon.” The Los Angeles Times wrote, “No Cheap Shots, Just ‘Sense.’ Jimmy Tingle’s one-man show doesn’t capitalize on political crisis. Instead his uplifting Uncommon Sense draws honest laughs.”

Performances of Jimmy Tingle: Humor and Hope for Humanity take place at SoHo Playhouse, located at 15 Vandam Street in New York City, Thursdays - Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays at 7pm and 9pm, and Sundays at 5pm. Dark May 17. Run time is approximately 75 minutes. Tickets are $35.50 (includes fees). Age recommendation: 12+. To purchase tickets and for more info go to https://www.sohoplayhouse.com/upcoming-events/jimmy-tingle.