THE BEST MEDICINE
New York Comedy Festival

Dean Edwards at NY Comedy Festival 2006

If laughter is the best medicine, then expect to overdose at this year's New York Comedy Festival, now entering into its 4th year. The event will feature the best in stand-up comedy, with multiple performances in venues all throughout the city, including Carolines on Broadway, Town Hall, Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall & the Beacon Theatre. This year's comedians and comediennes include a set of A-lister Rosie O'Donnell, Sarah Silverman, Denis Leary, Louis CK, Damon Wayans, Artie Lange, Bill Maher and Seth McFarlane. Additional shows will be announced in the coming weeks.

When: November 6-11

Where: Various venues throughout the city

Admission: Tickets go on sale September 1. Check website for details.

Information: www.nycomedyfestival.com

For more events, see our New York What's Going On page.

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