Music America

Music runs through the veins of America. Since the nation’s inception two and a half centuries ago, music has informed our national identity, interpreted it, and inspired it. Whether sacred or secular, urban or rural, folk or pop, classical or experimental, it all adds up to the soundtrack of our American story. MUSIC AMERICA&nbsp;tells the complex story of American music through instruments, hand-written lyrics, books, photographs, costumes, and other objects from major artists across genres and generations. Featuring more than 100 legendary artifacts from artists ranging from Public Enemy to Elvis Presley, the exhibit showcases stage outfits worn by Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, Boston’s Tom Scholz, and Elvis, Chuck D’s handwritten “Fight the Power” lyrics, and items from Bo Diddley, Ella Fitzgerald, Kurt Cobain, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen and more. This exhibit is curated by and presented in partnership with the Bruce Springsteen Archives &amp; Center for American Music. The Bruce Springsteen Archives &amp; Center for American Music&nbsp;preserves the legacy of Bruce Springsteen and celebrates the history of American music and its diversity of artists and genres. Our mission is two-fold. The Springsteen Archives serves as the official repository for materials related to Springsteen and the E Street Band, including photographs, historic memorabilia, oral histories, and more. The Center for American Music explores American music more broadly. We accomplish this by producing exhibitions, concerts, and educational programming that explores and honors the cultural impact of American music past, present, and future. For further information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://url.avanan.click/v2/r01/___http://www.springsteenarchives.org___.YXAzOnVpdGJvY2g6YTpvOmIxMDJmZmI5YWJkNzczZTZmYjJkZTE1Zjg3MDJmNDE4Ojc6YWM4YTo4NjMyMzI0ZmViZjA2YzU2NDFjMTFmODBkNzk4MjNhMmEwMDg0MTQ4MTU1OWZkOGFmZjdlNzg2OTNlMzU5MzBlOmg6VDpG">www.springsteenarchives.org</a>.

Boch Center Wang Theatre

Dan Soder: The Golden Retriever Of Comedy Tour

March 6, 2026 at 7:00pm March 6, 2026 at 9:30pm DAN SODER&nbsp;is a stand-up comedian, actor, and radio personality known for his sharp wit and effortless storytelling. His latest projects are making major waves—his podcast,&nbsp;Soder, has been a huge success, and his recent YouTube special,&nbsp;Dan Soder: On The Road, has already racked up over 2.7 million views. Later this month, he’ll announce a 25-city tour with Outback Presents, and he’s currently developing the animated series&nbsp;Bar Kids&nbsp;with Dan St. Germain at FOX. From 2015 to 2023, Dan co-hosted SiriusXM’s hit show&nbsp;The Bonfire&nbsp;alongside Big Jay Oakerson, building a loyal fan base with his quick humor and down-to-earth style. As an actor, he played Dudley "Mafee" on Showtime’s&nbsp;Billions&nbsp;for seven seasons and had memorable roles on&nbsp;Inside Amy Schumer&nbsp;and&nbsp;Paradise PD. His film credits include&nbsp;Trainwreck&nbsp;(2015) and&nbsp;Drunk Parents&nbsp;(2019). His stand-up career speaks for itself. He made his mark with&nbsp;Not Special&nbsp;(Comedy Central, 2016), followed by a standout set on Netflix’s&nbsp;The Standups&nbsp;(2017). His 2019 HBO special,&nbsp;Son of a Gary, cemented his place as one of the sharpest voices in comedy today. His latest special,&nbsp;On The Road, has continued that momentum, surpassing 2.7 million views on YouTube.

Boch Center Shubert Theatre

Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour

CHARLIE&nbsp;BERENS&nbsp;is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the viral sensation,&nbsp;The Manitowoc Minute,&nbsp;a comedic news show about the Midwest&nbsp;which first launched him into notoriety in 2017.&nbsp;Since then,&nbsp;Charlie’s been creating Midwest-inspired sketch comedy videos that connect to a worldwide social media audience of over&nbsp;10 million.&nbsp; This has led to his New York Times Best Seller&nbsp;The Midwest Survival Guide&nbsp;being&nbsp;optioned for TV development and three sold out nationwide stand-up comedy tours. His latest&nbsp;Good Old Fashioned Tour&nbsp;played 127 shows in 88 cities and was shot as a follow-up special to his 2023 one hour debut,&nbsp;Midwest Goodbye. In his free time,&nbsp;Charlie&nbsp;hosts the&nbsp;Cripescast&nbsp;podcast where he has&nbsp;meaningful conversations with a wide range of guests, including&nbsp;musicians, headlining comedians, dairy farmers, groundbreaking scientists, government officials, world-renown chefs, artists, business leaders, sports Hall of Famers, explorers, Olympians, and creators about their story and connections to the Midwest. In addition to&nbsp;Cripescast,&nbsp;Charlie&nbsp;also co-hosts the&nbsp;Bellied Up&nbsp;podcast w/ “Myles The You Betcha Guy” where the two of them belly up at a small-town bar every Thursday and take live calls from all over the Midwest and rest of the world.&nbsp; In 2020,&nbsp;Charlie&nbsp;paired up with Horseshoes &amp; Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album,&nbsp;Unthawed.&nbsp;&nbsp;The album, which is a mixture of bluegrass, country, and&nbsp;Charlie’s comedy, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. The duo followed that up with&nbsp;Dive Bar Dinner&nbsp;in 2023, which also charted on the Billboard Charts.&nbsp;Most recently, he was featured in a nationwide Target campaign, served as the ambassador for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin’s Annual Food for the Holidays Campaign and launched&nbsp;Berens Old Fashioned Brandy&nbsp;which&nbsp;is in stores across Wisconsin.&nbsp; Throughout all his work,&nbsp;Charlie&nbsp;aims to connect with people through comedy and authenticity.

Legends of Laughter

The award-winning comedienne of "Chandelier Status,"&nbsp;SOMMORE, has had a successful career spanning over 20 years. A trailblazer for women in comedy, Sommore has appeared in hit films like "Soul Plane," "Something New," and "Friday After Next." Her television credits include shows like "The Parkers" and "The Hughley's." She has also been a guest on popular shows like "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "The View," and "Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher." Recently, her latest comedy special, "Queen Chandelier," premiered on Netflix. A critically acclaimed comedian and actor,&nbsp;LAVELL CRAWFORD&nbsp;is known for his stand-up comedy as well as his notable acting career. He gained fame for his role as Huell Babineaux in the series "Breaking Bad" and its spin-off "Better Call Saul." Crawford has appeared in films like "The Ridiculous 6," "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates," "American Ultra," and "On the Count of Three." He has released five stand-up specials, including the highly praised "The Comedy Vaccine," which earned him a Grammy® nomination for Best Comedy Album. His latest comedy special, "Lavell Crawford: Thee Lavell Crawford," premiered on Showtime in February 2023. EARTHQUAKE&nbsp;is a comedian, actor, and voice artist, has garnered a strong fan base through stand-up comedy and is known for his memorable performances on BET's “Comic View” and HBO's “Def Comedy Jam.” In 2021, he released his Netflix comedy special “Chappelle's Home Team: Earthquake Legendary,” which received rave reviews and was named 'Comedy Special of the Year' by the New York Times. Currently, Earthquake enjoys recurring roles on TV shows such as “The Neighborhood,” “Johnson,” “South Side,” and “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.” ARNEZ J&nbsp;is a dynamic comic known for his infectious energy, physical storytelling, and ability to leave crowds in tears of laughter. In April 2025, he released his first comedy special in 10 years, "Not Gonna Stop", on YouTube, where it racked up over 1 million views in the first 10 days, proving once again that he's a fan favorite who never missed a beat. From early beginnings as a flight attendant to turning down a pro baseball career to pursue comedy, Arnez quickly rose through the ranks. After making waves as host of BET's Comic View for two seasons, his career exploded with numerous TV appearances, including The Keenan Ivory Wayans Show, Louie Anderson's Comedy Showcase, Comedy Central's Make Me Laugh, NBC's Friday Night Videos, The Mo'Nique Show, Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam, his own Comic View Grandstand Hour Special, and Comedy Central Presents: Arnez J. He was most recently seen headlining Showtime's Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam. His hit special "Racially Motivated," originally released on Netflix, is now streaming on Amazon &amp; Tubi, introducing new fans to the comedic force that is Arnez J. Still touring, still evolving, and still bringing the funny—Arnez J is back, and he's not gonna stop.

Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter

Comedian/Actor/Writer and Australia native&nbsp;JIM JEFFERIES&nbsp;is one of the most popular and respected comedians of his generation, entertaining audiences across the globe with his provocative, belief-challenging, and thought-provoking comedy. The comedian has released a total of ten stand-up specials since&nbsp;Contraband&nbsp;in 2008, including his most recent 2025 special&nbsp;Two Limb Policy&nbsp;on Netflix, his 6th&nbsp;special for the streaming service. In the special, Jefferies unleashes his thoughts on tiny mustaches, straight-guy struggles and why acting doesn't count as a real job. Jefferies&nbsp;has also appeared and starred in films and TV including the comedy series&nbsp;Legit&nbsp;which he co-wrote, executive produced and starred for FX. Jim hosted and co-created the popular Comedy Central series,&nbsp;The&nbsp;Jim&nbsp;Jefferies&nbsp;Show&nbsp;which ran 3 seasons from 2017-2019. In 2019, Jim was honored as Stand-Up Comedian of the Year at the Just for Laughs Festival. Currently, he can be seen hosting FOX’s reality show,&nbsp;The Snake, where contestants must use their training, charm, and powers of persuasion as they face fear-inducing challenges designed to showcase their true colors. He will also be starring in Jordan Peele’s newest production,&nbsp;Him,&nbsp;alongside Tyriq Withers, Marlon Wayans, and Julia Fox which releases in September 2025. Jim’s worldwide tour,&nbsp;Son of a Carpenter,&nbsp;launched in 2025. For more dates and info go&nbsp;to:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.jimjefferies.com_&amp;d=DwMGaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=BM1rKWFduVYQRX4NHfal0B7WYiq9NPxk43aT4nKQ3J8&amp;m=38uji9GI-iDfHiDAcbaf1ODGjDPwarSsx4r3mTHjmBDtxeAG_GvV0hhuhod7AlX4&amp;s=jwHi-K_yppRiPAfcDpMWpJZHiHcUyYXgRE7UQmQeBNs&amp;e=">www.jimjefferies.com</a>

Matteo Lane: We Gotta Catch Up!

MATTEO LANE&nbsp;is a multifaceted talent known for his unique blend of stand-up comedy, musical prowess and artistic versatility. Hailing from Chicago, Lane’s comedic journey has taken him from New York City comedy clubs to sold-out performances across the globe, including Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center. His most recent stand up special debuted on Hulu in May 2025. Previously named as one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” and described by Advocate as “bold and unflinchingly genuine,” Lane tackles a wide range of topics from his experiences as a gay man to hilarious insights into everyday life. His special “Hair Plugs &amp; Heartache” and the fan favorite “The Advice Special,” have all garnered millions of views. On screen, his credits include the Amazon Original film, “Upgraded,” the Netflix series “Survival of the Thickest” opposite Michelle Buteau, the feature film “Molli &amp; Max in the Future,” which premiered at SXSW, and Netflix’s all-queer stand-up special “Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution.” Fluent in five languages and with a singing range of six octaves, Matteo has lived in Italy as an oil painter and classically trained opera singer before starting his comedy career.

Eddie Izzard - Hamlet

Saturday, March 21 at 8pm Sunday, March 22 at 3pm Following a triple-extended New York run, a box office record-breaking two-week run at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, and a six-week London run—which Dame Judi Dench called ‘Spectacular’—Tony Award-nominated&nbsp;EDDIE IZZARD&nbsp;brings her acclaimed solo performance of&nbsp;HAMLET&nbsp;to Boston! The King of Denmark is dead and Prince Hamlet is determined to take revenge, initiating a cascade of events that will destroy both family and state. Eddie will be portraying men, women, ghosts, scholars, tyrants, courtiers, lovers, fools and poets. She says:&nbsp; “I have always gravitated towards playing complex and challenging characters and Hamlet is the ultimate. This is a production for everyone, a timeless drama with an accidental hero. Selina, Mark and I want audiences to see and hear an accessible, touching, scary and dramatic Hamlet.” London’s Telegraph called Hamlet “Absorbing and intimate. An impressive sweeping performance. ★★★★” NBC-TV'S Today Show said “To be or not to be 23 different characters, that is the question. And Eddie Izzard’s Hamlet is the answer.” Theatermania.com said Izzard “makes each verse crackle.” New York Stage Review said, “Oh what a noble prince (plus everyone else) is Eddie Izzard. Best known as an actor, multi-lingual comedian, multi-marathon runner and trailblazing political candidate. Eddie Izzard’s career pushes boundaries and defies description with record-breaking comedy tours and critically acclaimed film, TV, and theatre performances.&nbsp;&nbsp; The design team is Tom Piper (set), Tyler Elich (lighting), Tom Piper and Libby DaCosta (costume stylists), and Didi Hopkins (Movement Director).&nbsp;It is produced by Mick Perrin Worldwide, WestBeth Entertainment, Eleanor Lloyd Productions and John Gore.&nbsp; ‘HAMLET’ is adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell, with whom Eddie also collaborated on Great Expectations.&nbsp; “Izzard’s feat is monumental. Flawless and masterfully accomplished” - DC Theater Arts “The play’s the thing wherein the audience catches the sheer dramatic power of Izzard, one of the finest actors in a generation.” -&nbsp;<a href="http://hollywoodsoapbox.com/">hollywoodsoapbox.com</a>

Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Induction - 2025 Class

The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame will honor a dozen musical legends responsible for some of the greatest music moments of the past century. This year’s honorees include some of the most notable names in folk, Americana, and roots music history. Together, they have won a combined 30 Grammy Awards and countless other honors. Join us for an unforgettable Induction Celebration&nbsp;at the Boch Center Wang Theatre on March 24, 2026. This one of a kind evening takes place on the Wang Theatre stage, with guests enjoying dinner where artists usually perform, and looking out into the iconic theatre for an intimate night of tributes. Special performances honoring the night’s honorees&nbsp;will be featured, with the performer lineup and program details to be announced soon. Tables and individual seats will be available for public purchase. 2026 Honorees Aretha Franklin, Leonard Cohen, Mississippi John Hurt, Muddy Waters, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Jackson Browne, Judy Collins, Neil Young, Tom Paxton, Tom Rush, Alan Lomax, John Hammond. In the meantime, the public can learn more about each honoree&nbsp;<a href="https://www.folkamericanarootshalloffame.org/inductees/2025class">here</a>&nbsp;or through our new exhibit, Legends of Folk, Americana, Roots Music, 2025 Class, now on display at the Boch Center Wang Theatre.

The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton present AVTT/PTTN

Four-time GRAMMY Award nominees&nbsp;THE AVETT BROTHERS&nbsp;made mainstream waves with their critically acclaimed 2009 major label debut, I and Love and You. In 2012, The Carpenter hit #4 on the Billboard 200, followed by Magpie and the Dandelion in 2013, which debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200. The 2017 documentary May It Last: A Portrait of The Avett Brothers (co-directed by Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio) chronicles the process of writing 2016’s True Sadness, which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Albums, #1 on Rock Albums, #3 on the Billboard 200, and scored two Grammy nominations. The film was released theatrically and on HBO to rave reviews and is available on DVD/BluRay/VOD. In 2019, the band released their tenth studio album Closer Than Together featuring the single “High Steppin’” which reached #1 on the Americana Radio Singles Chart. The Third Gleam came out amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums, #1 Rock Albums, #1 Vinyl Albums, and the single “Victory” hit #1 on the Americana Radio Singles Chart. This year saw the release of The Avett Brothers, an album that is as much untitled as it is self-titled: a collection of songs that revealed themselves naturally over time. Swept Away - a musical inspired by &amp; featuring the music of The Avett Brothers - recently debuted on Broadway. The Avett Brothers have been inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame and have earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association. They are currently on tour throughout the US. MIKE PATTON&nbsp;is a Renaissance man in the truest sense of the word. From his time spent with genre-defying alternatives acts like Faith No More and Mr. Bungle, to his multitude of collaborations including the deconstructed-pop of Peeping Tom, the rock-centric Tomahawk, and the Italian language orchestral classics he covered with Mondo Cane. His career has also ventured in film composing for movies such as Crank: High Voltage and A Place Beyond The Pines, voice acting in I Am Legend and multiple video games, and starting his own record label, Ipecac Recordings, showing there is no limit to what Patton can do.

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

Six-time GRAMMY winner&nbsp;JASON ISBELL&nbsp;will perform new tour dates in 2026 with his band&nbsp;THE 400 UNIT, in addition to a recently announced solo tour across North America in support of his acoustic album&nbsp;Foxes in the Snow.&nbsp; One of the most highly lauded songwriters of his generation, Isbell’s Foxes in the Snow&nbsp;was released on his own Southeastern Records in March and captures an artist at the peak of their powers; the virtuosic guitar playing and commanding vocal delivery on this collection is some of the most impressive of an already remarkable recording career. The stripped back, bare-bones format put his immense talent for evocative storytelling and the complete mastery of his craft on full display.&nbsp; Isbell also reissued&nbsp;Something More Than Free&nbsp;via his own Southeastern Records in July to celebrate ten years of the critically-acclaimed, GRAMMY-winning studio album. The newly remastered edition comes replete with updated mixes and a previously unreleased B-side “Should I Go Missing.” The reissued album is out now on all streaming services and on LP and CD.

Dirty Dancing in Concert

Join us for DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a generation, Dirty Dancing in Concert promises to bring a thrilling new and unique experience to the 80s classic. Directly following the film, the band and singers will throw an encore party that will surely take you back to the time of your life as you sing and dance along to your favorite Dirty Dancing songs. Immerse yourself in the timeless romance and experience one of the most memorable movies of the past 35 years - now live!

Darcy & Jer: Average At Best Tour

Fresh off their highly successful No Refunds World Tour, comedic married duo&nbsp;DARCY &amp; JER&nbsp;are back with “Average at Best”—a brand-new show packed with the same old disappointments. Join them as they riff on their neurodiverse relationship, tackle parenting, and explore their life as an average middle-aged couple. This relatable and often raunchy duo will leave you wanting more… Come see the internet’s favorite couple wax poetic about their suburban, relatable adventures. The show starts whenever their private jet lands…

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour

February 20, 2026 at 8:00pm February 21, 2026 at 8:00pm As one of today’s premiere stand-up comics&nbsp;JO KOY&nbsp;has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing at a Las Vegas coffee house. The comedian, who pulls inspiration from his family, specifically his son, sells-out arenas and theaters across the world. In 2017, Koy broke a record for the most tickets sold by a single artist at 23,000 tickets and 11 sold-out shows at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu. In response, the mayor’s office in Honolulu proclaimed November 24th as “Jo Koy Day.” The comedian continued his record breaking streak by being the only comedian to sell out 6 shows at The Warfield in San Francisco. He then broke the attendance record at Club Regent Event Centre in Winnipeg with 4 sold-out shows. In 2019, Koy sold-out 5 shows at the San Diego Civic Theatre, the most consecutive sold-out shows for a comedian. He recently became the only comedian to sell 17,000+ tickets, over 30 shows (in one year) at the Brea Improv. He was given the prestigious “Stand-Up Comedian Of The Year” award at the 2018 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. He has had four highly rated and successful comedy specials on Comedy Central and Netflix. His 2019 Netflix special, ​Comin’ In Hot is currently streaming world-wide. Koy is on a mission to educate the masses on how to raise a millennial, the intricacies of Filipino traditions, and more! In 2019, the comedian reached #1 on the Billboard Charts for his stand-up comedy album, ​Live From Seattle.​ H​ e can also be heard on his weekly podcast, ​The Koy Pond with Jo Koy ​by Starburns Audio. Listeners can dive in each week as Koy welcomes friends and fellow comedians to share their hilarious insights on life. Koy has appeared on over 140 episodes of ​Chelsea Lately as a season regular roundtable guest. Other appearances include: ​The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Call with Carson Daly, Lights Out with David Spade, @Midnight with Chris Hardwick, Beat Bobby Flay, The Breakfast Club, Celebrity Page TV,​ ​World’s Funniest Fails and Sean In The Wild.

Molotov

MOLOTOV, formada en la Ciudad de México en 1995, combina rock, punk, metal y hip-hop con letras cargadas de contenido político en español e inglés. Conocida por éxitos como “Gimme tha Power” y “Frijolero,” la banda ganadora del Latin Grammy lanzó su álbum más reciente, Solo D’Lira, en el 2023. English translation: MOLOTOV, formed in Mexico City in 1995, blends rock, punk, metal, and hip-hop with politically charged lyrics in Spanish and English. Known for hits like “Gimme tha Power” and “Frijolero,” the Latin Grammy-winning band released their latest album Solo D’Lira, in 2023.

BERT KREISCHER: PERMISSION TO PARTY

February 6, 2026 at 7:00pm February 7, 2026 at 7:00pm BERT KREISCHER’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s infamous “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top-grossing stand-up comedians in the world—and a powerhouse entrepreneur, content creator, and entertainment brand. Named by Forbes as “one of the best storytellers of his generation,” Kreischer has parlayed his signature comedy and authenticity into a dynamic media empire. In 2024, he landed the #6 highest-grossing comedy tour worldwide—despite performing only six months out of the year. His sixth Netflix special, Lucky, filmed in his hometown of Tampa, FL, sold out all six shows within 24 hours of the on-sale and premiered in Netflix’s Top 10 Most Watched TV Shows in March 2025. Kreischer’s 2023 special Razzle Dazzle reached over 8.3 million views in its debut week, continuing the success of his previous specials: Hey Big Boy, Secret Time, The Machine, and Comfortably Dumb. As an entrepreneur, Kreischer has built an impressive portfolio of ventures. In 2022, he and LeeAnn Kreischer launched Berty Boy Productions, the content hub behind his extensive podcast and digital media universe—including Bertcast, Wife of the Party, Something’s Burning, and the massive Fully Loaded Comedy Festival. Bertcast has become the flagship of Kreischer’s media presence. Known for its unfiltered, longform conversations, the show regularly features high-profile guests from the worlds of entertainment and sports. With hundreds of episodes and millions of downloads, Bertcast continues to attract fans for its humor, honesty, and behind-the-scenes stories. His YouTube series Something’s Burning has surpassed 54.76 million views, while his other podcast 2 Bears, 1 Cave (co-hosted with Tom Segura) consistently ranks in the top 10 globally. Across platforms, Kreischer commands over 16.8 million fans, with 4 billion impressions and 308 million views on YouTube. Kreischer also founded the Fully Loaded Comedy Festival, a national touring juggernaut that in 2024 expanded to iconic ballparks, arenas, and even the high seas with a sold-out cruise. The festival features top-tier comics and surprise guests like Jelly Roll and Marcus King—and even broke Kid Rock’s long-held record for alcohol sales at sea. In May 2025, Kreischer and Segura hosted their second annual 2 Bears 5K fan event at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, joined by special co-host Jelly Roll. The event drew over 7,200 participants—including Jason Kelce, members of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Jelly Roll’s band—and sold out of both drinks and merchandise, thanks to sponsors Garage Beer and Por Osos. During the event, Kreischer won a stein-holding contest against several Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This followed the success of the inaugural 2B5K, held at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena in conjunction with the Netflix is a Joke Festival, which also attracted thousands of runners, including Travis Barker of Blink-182. His athletic antics have become part of his public persona, from spontaneous challenges such as bench pressing 325 in front of Jason Kelce, on a bet with Taylor Lewan and Will Compton of Bussin’ with the Boys, to his unforgettable appearance on WWE Raw. He even won a hand slap contest against Tyreek Hill at his Super Bowl show, further cementing his status as a fan-favorite entertainer who blurs the line between comedy and chaos. In 2024, Kreischer and Segura launched Por Osos Vodka, a bold entry into the spirits industry that has quickly become one of the most talked-about celebrity-founded alcohol brands. Praised for its award-winning taste and premium distillation, Por Osos blends authentic craftsmanship with Kreischer and Segura’s distinct personalities, delivering a brand that’s both high-quality and fan-centric. Por Osos is now distributed in major retailers across Texas, Florida, California, Arizona, New Jersey, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Illinois with expansion into seven more markets planned by the end of 2025. The vodka has gained traction not only with fans, but also with bartenders and beverage critics, helping cement Kreischer’s reputation as a serious player in the consumer products space. Por Osos is also a key sponsor of their annual 2 Bears 5Kevents, helping turn Kreischer and Segura’s live experiences into full-scale branded activations. Kreischer also starred in and produced Sony Pictures’ The Machine—a feature film adaptation of his legendary stand-up story—which broke into Netflix’s Global Top 10 Films upon release in 2023. Most recently, Kreischer will star in the upcoming Netflix’s six-episode comedy series Free Bert alongside Arden Myrin and newcomer Lilou Lang and will also serve as co-creator, executive producer. Additionally, Kreischer will star in the original comedy film Homecoming directed by Tag filmmaker Jeff Tomsic and produced by Monarch Media. With his new Permission To Party World Tour launching fall 2025, Kreischer continues to blend comedy, business, and culture into one of the most recognizable personal brands in entertainment today. For more information, visit BertBertBert.com.

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S3 (A): trending experiences

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

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Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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Music America

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

Dirty Dancing in Concert

Dan Soder: The Golden Retriever Of Comedy Tour

Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Induction - 2025 Class

The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton present AVTT/PTTN

Darcy & Jer: Average At Best Tour

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour

Molotov

BERT KREISCHER: PERMISSION TO PARTY

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

Twas the Night Before

Bela Fleck & the Flecktones

Ingrid Michaelson