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Musical Theatre Mayhem SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Trivia
Mon, Oct 26th 2026
7:30pm to 9:00pm
The RAT NYC
Musical theater mayhem returns to the RAT but this time it’s gonna be spooky! How spooky? We’re gonna bring back the ghost of Steve Sondheim and make him play the classic game show Passwords. Play classic TV Game Shows like Passwords, Jeopardy, Family Feud, Name that Tune, and more recent game shows like Um Actually!
Too Fat for China
Tue, Oct 27th 2026
6:30pm to 7:30pm
The RAT NYC
A darkly funny, brutally honest, and riotous journey through the absurdities and ethical minefields of the international adoption industry, Too Fat for China follows Phoebe Potts, comic storyteller and professional Jew, as she tries, fails and eventually succeeds to adopt a baby. After a US adoption goes horribly wrong, Potts finds herself surprised, disgusted and<a href="https://dumbo.nyc/event/too-fat-for-china/2026-10-27/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Too Fat for China"</span></a>
POUR DECISIONS HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: AN INTERACTIVE IMPROV DRINKING SHOW
Fri, Oct 30th 2026
9:00pm to 10:00pm
The RAT NYC
Get ready for a chaotic improv show where YOU call the shots! You set the rules via QR code. If performers break one, they take a shot. Blending our own high-stakes drinking game with top-tier Brooklyn comedy, this hit guarantees laugh-out-loud storytelling. Dress to SCARE!!!
Too Fat for China
Tue, Nov 3rd 2026
6:30pm to 7:30pm
The RAT NYC
A darkly funny, brutally honest, and riotous journey through the absurdities and ethical minefields of the international adoption industry, Too Fat for China follows Phoebe Potts, comic storyteller and professional Jew, as she tries, fails and eventually succeeds to adopt a baby. After a US adoption goes horribly wrong, Potts finds herself surprised, disgusted and<a href="https://dumbo.nyc/event/too-fat-for-china/2026-11-03/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Too Fat for China"</span></a>
UP TO NO GOD: AN IMPROVISED COMEDY SHOW
Wed, Nov 4th 2026
7:00pm to 8:30pm
The RAT NYC
Up to No God presents a comedy show that doubles as a ‘secular church’ experience. Join them and the best improv teams and comedians in NYC for a celebration of community through shared laughter!
The Late Show
Wed, Nov 4th 2026
9:00pm to 10:00pm
The RAT NYC
A night of improv, poetry, and more!
Death Becomes You
Thu, Nov 5th 2026
7:00pm to 8:00pm
The RAT NYC
The Improvised Funeral navigates audiences safely through the five stages of grief: Laughter, More Laughter, Most Laughter, Utmost Laughter, & Acceptance.
PERU FLORES: HANDLE WITH CARE
Thu, Nov 5th 2026
9:00pm to 10:00pm
The RAT NYC
A super serious comedy show by NYT-featured comedian and actor Peru Flores, about unfulfilled dreams, sexual liberation, and perhaps a little self-reflection in roughly one hour. Expect crowd work, raunchy topics, and some heartfelt moments. OH, and bad singing.
Show Up, Kids! Interactive Family Comedy
Sat, Nov 7th 2026
2:00pm to 3:00pm
The RAT NYC
The acclaimed, outrageous, family-friendly comedy “Show Up, Kids!” celebrates its 8-year run with a return to The Rat in DUMBO from October 3 through November 28 on Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. This interactive show for kids 3-10 years old puts a wildly comedic twist on the traditional kids’ show. When the main attraction is a<a href="https://dumbo.nyc/event/show-up-kids-interactive-family-comedy/2026-11-07/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Show Up, Kids! Interactive Family Comedy"</span></a>
Show Up, Kids! Interactive Family Comedy!
Sat, Nov 7th 2026
2:00pm to 3:00pm
The RAT NYC
When the main attraction doesn’t show up, our hapless host Bebe gets the audience to help create a comedy show on the spot! Now in its 8th smash year!
PLANET FRIENDSHIP
Sat, Nov 7th 2026
8:45pm to 10:15pm
The RAT NYC
a comedy variety show filled with stand-up sketch and improv and FRIENDSHIP from your favorite WOMEN comedians!! $5 ticket proceeds go to Safe Horizons
Too Fat for China
Tue, Nov 10th 2026
6:30pm to 7:30pm
The RAT NYC
A darkly funny, brutally honest, and riotous journey through the absurdities and ethical minefields of the international adoption industry, Too Fat for China follows Phoebe Potts, comic storyteller and professional Jew, as she tries, fails and eventually succeeds to adopt a baby. After a US adoption goes horribly wrong, Potts finds herself surprised, disgusted and<a href="https://dumbo.nyc/event/too-fat-for-china/2026-11-10/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Too Fat for China"</span></a>
BIZZO & FRIENDS
Tue, Nov 10th 2026
9:00pm to 10:00pm
The RAT NYC
The finest in NYC improv every second Tuesday hosted by your new best friends Bizzo!
LAUGH YOUR PANTS OFF
Wed, Nov 11th 2026
6:00pm to 9:00pm
The RAT NYC
Join us for an evening of comedy and music! Featuring all of your favorite local comedians, a rousing performance by BANTER and Zane Caputo, and best of all: a RAFFLE. Get a free drink with ticket purchase! All proceeds will go towards the coming year of Lenny’s House programming.
Happy Lil Trees Presents – TREESGIVING
Thu, Nov 12th 2026
7:00pm to 8:00pm
The RAT NYC
Our friends at the Happy Lil Trees are hitting the ramp doing 120mph and hoping we having somewhere to land! Come witness our glory or a flaming death spiral! Either way, should be fun!
CANDLELIT HOT DOG DINNER FOR TWO PRESENTS: GENRE CAULDRON
Thu, Nov 12th 2026
9:00pm to 10:00pm
The RAT NYC
An improv show where the audience writes down their favorite themes (sci-fi, western, horror, etc) and each team will pick a theme for their set.
COMEDYSPORTZ NYC
Sat, Nov 14th 2026
5:00pm to 6:00pm
The RAT NYC
Join ComedySportz® New York for a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud improv showdown where two teams battle for points and your approval.
Comedy Sportz New York – Interactive Improv Competition
Sat, Nov 14th 2026
5:00pm to 6:15pm
The RAT NYC
CSz (Comedy Sportz) New York is a fast paced, interactive improvised comedy show played as a sport that is fun for the whole family. Two teams of improvisers face off funny bone to funny bone and vie for your applause and laughter. The ref keeps the match going by getting suggestions from you, our loyal<a href="https://dumbo.nyc/event/comedy-sportz-new-york-interactive-improv-competition-19/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Comedy Sportz New York – Interactive Improv Competition"</span></a>