Tracy Morgan Joins All-Star Lineup For Garden Of Laughs Comedy Benefit
Morgan To Appear Alongside Bill Burr, Michael Che, Chris Distefano, Jim Gaffigan,
Heather McMahan, Sam Morril And Jon Stewart For A Night Of Stand-Up Comedy
To Benefit The Garden Of Dreams Foundation, Hosted By Steve Schirripa
MARCH 27, 2024 – 8:00PM
THE THEATER AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
Tickets On Sale Now!
New York, NY (February 21, 2024) – Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment”) and the Garden of Dreams Foundation announced today that comedian Tracy Morgan has joined the all-star comedy lineup for Garden of Laughs. Morgan joins a powerhouse lineup that includes sets by Bill Burr, Michael Che, Chris Distefano, Jim Gaffigan, Heather McMahan, Sam Morril, and Jon Stewart. Garden of Laughs will be hosted by Steve Schirripa and take place at The Theater at Madison Square Garden on March 27, 2024 at 8:00PM, with all net proceeds going directly to Garden of Dreams. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com.
Morgan, a Garden of Dreams advisory board member, performed at the 2017 Garden of Laughs event, and was a presenter at the 2019 event. He has served as a mentor for the more than 100 children that participate in the annual Talent Show at Radio City Music Hall, one of the Foundation’s tentpole events; and he was the 2022 recipient of the Garden of Dreams Hero Award, which honors organizations or individuals that embody the spirit of the Foundation through an active and ongoing dedication to positively impacting the lives of children facing obstacles, while serving as a driving force and inspiration for others.
Garden of Laughs will be hosted by Steve Schirripa, a long-time supporter of the Foundation and member of the Garden of Dreams advisory board, who is best known for his roles as Bobby Bacala in “The Sopranos” and Detective Anthony Abetemarco on “Blue Bloods.” Joining Schirripa and the celebrated comedic lineup will be entertainment and sports icons, to be announced closer to the show, who will serve as presenters for this special evening.
Garden of Laughs was previously staged in 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019. All four previous events were sell-outs and together, raised more than $6 million for the Foundation – making Garden of Laughs the Foundation’s most successful fundraiser. Over the years, Garden of Laughs has featured comedy icons including Sebastian Maniscalco, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, and more.
The Garden of Dreams Foundation is a non-profit organization that works with the MSG Family of Companies – MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports and Sphere Entertainment – to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles. The Foundation works with 30 partner organizations throughout the tri-state area, including hospitals, wish organizations and community-based organizations, to reach children who are facing challenges such as homelessness, extreme poverty, illness and foster care.
Since it began in 2006, Garden of Dreams has used the magic of the MSG Family of Companies and its brands – including the Knicks, Rangers, Rockettes, famed showplaces and two sports and entertainment networks – to brighten the lives of more than 425,000 children and their families. The Foundation takes pride in its commitment to truly change lives, hosting more than 500 events and programs each year.
In addition, through its Garden of Dreams Giving program, the Foundation provides grants that fund important projects such as the refurbishment of gymnasiums and pediatric areas at local hospitals, and the construction of new dance and music studios. The Foundation also meets the critical needs of college-bound high school seniors by providing four-year scholarships to help students achieve their educational goals.
Tickets for Garden of Laughs are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com and at the Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Beacon Theatre box offices. Please note, the lineup is subject to change.
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About The Garden of Dreams Foundation
The Garden of Dreams Foundation is a non-profit charity dedicated to bringing life-changing opportunities to young people in need. In partnership with MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports and Sphere Entertainment – including the Knicks, Rangers, Rockettes, Westchester Knicks, famed showplaces, and regional sports and entertainment television networks – the Garden of Dreams brings young people together to raise their spirits, build resilience, and provide networking, mentoring and educational opportunities through MSG’s power of community building. All of the Foundation’s activities are driven by four guiding principles – Education, Inspiration, Grants, and Moments of Joy – and target young people facing illness or financial challenges, as well as children of uniformed personnel who have been lost or injured while serving our communities. Since its inception in 2006, the Garden of Dreams Foundation has impacted more than 425,000 young people and their families.
About Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.