Nyambi Nyambi Emcees Labyrinth Theater’s Celebrity Charades
Good Fight and Night Court star hosts 1925-inspired soirée at Edison Ballroom benefit gala
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A Night Of 1920s Charm
Monday evening at Manhattan’s storied Edison Ballroom felt like a time machine back to the Roaring Twenties. Labyrinth Theater Company’s annual fundraiser, Celebrity Charades: 1925, brought together theater patrons, local artists and Broadway regulars for an evening of period costumes, clever charade prompts and lighthearted competition. Front and center was acclaimed actor Nyambi Nyambi, who the company tapped as emcee for the vintage-themed game night.
“Proud member & honored to emcee Labyrinth Theater’s Celebrity Charades: 1925,” Nyambi wrote alongside a behind-the-scenes photo on Instagram, where he stands at the microphone dressed in a tailored pinstripe suit and bow tie. The candid snapshot captured his playful energy as attendees tried to act out flapper dances, silent-film icons and jazz-era lingo.
From Screen To Stage
Nyambi Nyambi has built a versatile career across stage and screen. He’s currently a series regular on CBS’s The Good Fight, playing investigator Reggie Miller, and he stars as the earnest Detective Da’Sean “Day” Johnson in NBC’s revival of Night Court. In recent Instagram posts, he’s celebrated the Season 3 finale of Night Court streaming on Peacock and shared playful teases of upcoming episodes.
Labyrinth’s artistic director Michael Davis praised Nyambi’s dynamic presence. “His timing and warmth make him the perfect host for an interactive evening,” Davis said. “Our audience loves guessing his next charade clue and cheering on their favorite celebrities.”
Supporting Labyrinth Theater Company
Founded in 1979, Labyrinth Theater Company is an ensemble-driven, non-profit off-Broadway troupe known for experimental staging and new-play commissions. Celebrity Charades serves as the company’s primary fundraiser, helping to underwrite its upcoming season and youth outreach programs. Ticket sales, silent-auction proceeds and table sponsorships all channel directly into play development and free community workshops.
An earlier post on Labyrinth’s Instagram account announced the event with a nod to Nyambi’s dual theater and television pedigree. “Our Celebrity Charades MC is none other than LAB member and star of The Good Fight & Night Court, Nyambi Nyambi! Just a few more hours to get your tickets to a night you will not want to miss!” the caption read, listing Monday, May 19 at The Edison Ballroom as the venue.
At the gala, guests enjoyed passed hors d’oeuvres, live jazz and a spirited charades tournament in teams of four. Celebrity participants included off-Broadway actors, local news anchors and theater critics—all vying for the coveted 1920s-inspired trophy. Nyambi guided the competition with witty quips and encouragement, keeping the evening moving smoothly.
“It’s so much fun to see grown adults channeling their inner silent-film stars,” Nyambi remarked after one round. “I’ve been behind this company almost as long as I’ve been on TV, so it’s great to give back and highlight their incredible work.”
Beyond the charades, the event featured a brief performance by Labyrinth’s summer acting interns and a raffle supporting the company’s education initiatives. Prizes ranged from signed playbills to VIP meet-and-greets with New York theater legends.
The gala wrapped just before midnight, with applause and toasts to Labyrinth’s 45-year legacy. Nyambi gave a final shout-out: “Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate theater and support this amazing ensemble. Here’s to another year of daring new voices onstage!”
As guests filtered into the night, many echoed the sentiment that blending vintage charm with modern celebrity made for a memorable fundraiser—a testament to the power of live performance and community engagement.
Nyambi Nyambi’s role as emcee underscored his commitment to the theater community and his knack for connecting with audiences, whether on network television or a dance-floor-turned-charades-stage in downtown Manhattan.
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