arts & entertainment

THE COMEDY ZONE

Starting on April 26 & 27, The Comedy Zone will continue to bring the funniest professional comedians to the Waxlax Stage for uproarious evenings of fun. Shows are every Friday and Saturday evening with performances at 6pm and 8pm each day.

Scheduled comedians for April are:

April 26 & 27

CASEY PERUSKI & ROB SMILES

Casey has been a professional comedian for over 17 years and has worked all over the country headlining at the top comedy clubs.

Born in the Bahamas, Rob is an actor and comedian with many stage productions to his credit.

Scheduled comedians for May are:

May 3 & 4

JAMES YON& ABSAR SIDDIQUI

James is a Florida native and one of America’s hottest up-and-coming comedians. He is also host of his own Xfinity Channel show.

A native of Chicago and from a Pakistani family, Absar’s quick wit have made him a Florida favorite!

May 10 & 11

PETER FOGEL & TOMMY TORRES

Peter’s unique arsenal of hilarious characters and voices have been used in numerous radio and TV commercials. His clean, hysterical humor always makes an impact.

A native of New Jersey, Tommy is a regular guest on “Hometown Morning Show” on Jacksonville’s radio station 99.9 FM.

May 17 & 18

MIKE RIVERA & VIEN “THE COMIC” PHOMMACHANH

Known as “America’s Most Hilarious Teacher,” Mike brings his high-energy and brazen comedy out of the classroom and on to the stage. 

A real life doctor, Vien enjoys showcasing the craziness of life through his lens.

May 24 & 25

Riverside Theatre will not have Comedy Zone performances over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

May 31 & June 1

PATRICK GARRITY & NIK MACIK

Patrick’s comedy is fresh and original. Through characters, impressions and real-life situations, Patrick tells energized stories about being in the military, growing up a younger brother and why Irish don’t trash talk.

Nik got his start with Comedy Key West and has performed with some of the top comedians in the country. His dark charming and irreverent style has been a hit with audiences all over.

Comedy Zone dates for the rest of 2024 are:

June                 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22, 28 & 29

July                  12 & 13, 19 & 20, 26 & 27

August            2 & 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17, 23 & 24

September       6 & 7, 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 27 & 28

October           4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 25 & 26

November       1 & 2, 8 & 9, 22 & 23

December        6 & 7, 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 27 & 28

Comedy Zone tickets are $25.

LIVE IN THE LOOP

A showcase of the best local musicians perform on our Outdoor Loop Stage with different groups scheduled for every night. Bands play from 5:30pm-9pm each evening.

NEW: Concert cabanas are available for the entire evening. Cabanas include: covered tent, tables and chairs for up to 8 people, light (on dark nights) and a cooler with bottled water.

No tickets will be required for general seating or lawn chair spaces.

Scheduled performers for April are:

Friday, April 26

BLUNATICS

Crazy Cool Funk & Blues.

Saturday, April 27

THE SAMANTHA RUSSELL BAND

Rock, Pop and some Country Music hits.

Scheduled performers for May are:

Friday, May 3

RECKLESS SHOTS

The legendary local Blues band.

Saturday, May 4

JOE REID & HEARTLAND BAND

Country & Rock hits.

Friday, May 10

HOME BREWED

Classic Rock.

Saturday, May 11

GLORY DAYS

Vocal classics from the 60’s to the 90’s.

Friday, May 17

VINCE LOVE & THE SOUL CATS

Rhythm and Blues.

Saturday, May 18

SLEEPIN’ DOGZ

An original Rock/Jam band.

Live in the Loop concerts are FREE with no ticket required.

Concert Cabanas are $80 for the entire evening. 

Live in the Loop coincides with the Comedy Zone dates for the rest of 2024.

For additional information, to purchase tickets, or reserve a cabana, call the Riverside Theatre Box Office at 772-231-6990 or online at www.riversidetheatre.com.

The Comedy Zone is sponsored by Nelson Morgan Petersen Group – Merrill Lynch. Corporate Partner: 99.7 Jack FM. 

Live in the Loop is sponsored by Alex MacWilliam Real Estate.

Riverside Theatre is located at 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963. Riverside Theatre programs are sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Riverside Theatre is a member of the Cultural Council of Indian River County, the Indian River Chamber of Commerce, and the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce.