Natasha Leggero Headlines Rogue Island Comedy Fest
Comedian brings razor-sharp stand-up to Newport’s JPT stage on May 24 during Memorial Day!
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Natasha Leggero is bringing her signature scathing humor to Newport, Rhode Island, this Memorial Day weekend. The veteran comic took to Instagram on May 15 to announce she’ll be headlining a one-night-only show at the Jane Pickens Theatre (JPT) for Rogue Island Comedy Fest on Saturday, May 24. Fans can expect her trademark wit and pop-culture riffs in an intimate 4:30 PM performance.
Natasha Leggero Takes The Jpt Stage
In her post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DLAjin4OY2p/), @natashaleggero teased the upcoming date: “Newport Rhode Island Show at @jptnewport for @rogueislandcomedy! 5/24/25.” Photos by @ashliethatcher capture Leggero mid-set, delivering deadpan punchlines in a sleek black ensemble against the historic theatre’s velvet curtain backdrop. Doors open at 3:30 PM, giving early arrivals time to grab a drink from the bar before showtime.
Full Festival Lineup At Rogue Island Comedy Fest
Rogue Island Comedy Fest returns to Newport Memorial Day weekend with three showcase slots on May 24. The afternoon 4:30 PM headliner is Natasha Leggero, followed by evening showcases at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM featuring comics Ian Lara and Andre D. Thompson, respectively (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ5X1EmsuqX/). Lara and Thompson each bring their own style—Lara’s observational edge and Thompson’s New York grit—but it’s Leggero’s celebrity-stage presence that anchors the festival’s kick-off.
Leggero’s appearance at JPT continues a banner year for the comedian and actress. Best known as the star of Comedy Central’s Another Period and Showtime’s Dice, she also headlined The Honeymoon Stand-Up Special on Netflix and co-hosts the Endless Honeymoon podcast with her husband, comedian Moshe Kasher. On television, she’s guest-starred on Modern Family, Key & Peele and co-starred in the CBS sitcom Broke.
A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Leggero built her career on late-night spots and festival circuits before breaking into television. She’s celebrated for her sharp social commentary—twisting celebrity culture, beauty standards and relationship tropes into laugh-out-loud routines. In recent months, she’s also made headlines for her cameo in the second season of Peacock’s Poker Face, adding another credit to her growing list of TV appearances.
Local ticketing info suggests a quick sell-out: JPT seats only 450, and advance passes are available via the Rogue Island Comedy Fest website. Organizers warn walk-ups may miss out. Fans can follow @rogueislandcomedy and @jptnewport on Instagram for real-time updates, backstage glimpses and on-sale alerts for future Fest dates.
Newport’s Jane Pickens Theatre, a restored Art Deco venue from the 1930s, offers a cozy atmosphere that complements stand-up’s conversational vibe. Audience members can sip craft cocktails curated by a local mixologist while enjoying unobstructed sightlines from nearly every seat. It’s the kind of setting where a perfectly timed eyebrow raise or side-eye from Leggero lands with maximum comedic impact.
For those planning a Memorial Day weekend trip to Rhode Island, the May 24 show doubles as both a pop-culture event and a live-performance highlight. Whether you’re a longtime Leggero devotee or simply looking for a smart, crowd-pleasing comedy act, this one-off engagement promises a night of unapologetic, razor-sharp laughs.
With Memorial Day weekend typically booked for beach trips and cookouts, adding Natasha Leggero to your Newport itinerary offers a fresh twist. The combination of historic venue, festival energy and Leggero’s cutting-edge comedy makes this show a must-see for anyone in the area.
Don’t miss your chance to catch Natasha Leggero at JPT Newport on May 24—tickets are moving fast, and the laughs are guaranteed to be as bold as ever.
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