Peacock, the streaming service, is venturing into the live comedy realm with “Colin Jost & Michael Che Present: New York After Dark.” The event is set to be hosted by “Saturday Night Live” stars, Colin Jost and Michael Che, and will mark Peacock’s first-ever live special. Scheduled to air on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, the duo will be hosting the event from The Bell House in Brooklyn.
While Peacock has not disclosed the full lineup of performers, they have hinted at an exciting mix of talent. Joining Jost and Che on stage will be “Colin and Michael’s favorite NYC club comics, fresh faces, and maybe even some names you already know and love.” The audience can expect surprise guest appearances from both up-and-coming and established comedians in New York.
Adding to the entertainment factor, a house band by the name of 1500 or Nothin’ will be providing musical accompaniment throughout the special. The collaboration for “Colin Jost & Michael Che Present: New York After Dark” is a joint effort between Jost’s No Notes Productions and Che’s 7F Project, marking the first project from both entities. The executive producers of the special include Jost, Jeff Grosvenor, and Emily Hason from No Notes Productions, as well as Che and Rachael Edwards from 7F Project, alongside Rikki Hughes of Magic Lemonade. Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group, is serving as the studio for the production, with Hughes as the showrunner and Michael Mancini as the director.
For a sneak peek at what’s in store for the special, check out the preview video below:
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With an exciting lineup of talent and the comedic prowess of Colin Jost and Michael Che, “Colin Jost & Michael Che Present: New York After Dark” promises to be a night of laughter and entertainment that viewers won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for more updates and mark your calendars for this groundbreaking live comedy event on Peacock.