Modi: Know Your Audience Tour

Eisenhower Theater

Straight from New York City, Modi is bringing his legendary stand-up comedy to audiences across the United States.

Recommended for mature audiences.

Note: If a performance is sold out, check back or call the Instant Charge Office at 202-467-4600 for availability. A limited number of seats could become available closer to performance time.

Thu. Apr. 11, 2024

  • Thu. Apr. 11, 2024 8p.m.

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Voted one of the Top 10 Comedians in New York City by the Hollywood Reporter, Modi is one of the comedy circuit’s most sought-after performers. Featured on HBO, CBS, NBC, ABC, Comedy Central, The Howard Stern Show, and E! Entertainment, Modi has received rave reviews in the New York Times, Time Out NY, and the New York Post.

Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, Modi emigrated with his family to the United States at the age of seven and was raised on Long Island. After graduating from Boston University, he worked as an investment banker until his first open-mic night made him realize that stand-up was his true calling. Equipped with a sharp wit and a knack for reading an audience, Modi has gone on to become a successful fixture in New York’s vibrant comedy scene, often doing bits that incorporate his heritage. He is a hit with diverse Jewish audiences as well as fans of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Now a regular performer at the New York and Los Angeles comedy clubs, Modi also headlines around the country and across the globe. He is a co-founder of The Chosen Comedy Festival, a celebration of Jewish humor that was launched in 2022. The festival features diverse comedy acts and has brought laughter to thousands of people in NYC, Miami, Los Angeles, and more.

Modi has played himself on HBO’s Crashing and Netflix’s When Jews Were Funny. He’s also appeared in several feature films. Modi has played leading roles in two films: the short film Waiting for Woody Allen, which won the LA Film Festival, and the feature film Stand Up. In 2018, Mayor Bill De Blasio declared June 26th “Mordechi Modi Rosenfeld Day” in the city of New York for his accomplishments and contributions to the artistic community.

A select number of VIP Meet & Greet tickets are available for $139. VIP purchasers will get more information on how to access their Meet & Greet closer to the performance.

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