Top 10 Highest-Grossing Comedy Tours

[Queefer Sutherland]

Bert Kreischer has to do almost 150 shows to make the list, almost double the other top guys. Kevin Hart and Dave Chappelle only needed 25 and 13 shows to top $20 million.

Comedy Special Issue: Top 10 Highest-Grossing Tours - Pollstar News

According to nearly everyone in this industry, the live comedy market is amidst something of a Golden Age. And Pollstar’s Boxoffice data bears this out with

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[1950'sSpaceProgram]

I think the real news her is Gabriel fucking Iglesias is not only still out there, but successful. Never would have called that.

 

[BonnieMcFarlaneMe2]

What place did Louie and Norton finish in?

 

[guest]

I think the real news her is Gabriel fucking Iglesias is not only still out there, but successful. Never would have called that.

I thought that big refried bean went back to Mexico in the sky.

 

[guest]

No Colin Quinn? That’s an outrage!

 

[BonnieMcFarlaneMe2]

“Sebastian Maniscalco has parlayed his physical, observational brand of standup comedy from the kitchens of Olive Garden to record-setting runs at Madison Square Garden Arena in New York City and TD Garden in Boston.”

He’sch stealing my venuesch!

 

[Dennyislife]

In the UK a stand up called Peter Kay just spent 4 years completely away from the limelight for mysterious health or family reasons and has announced an arena tour that sold out instantly. With added on dates it lasts until 2025. His last tour did 1.2 million ticket sales. He's only really done one sitcom in the past 15 years. I'm surprised the US doesn't have a act that can outsell him

 

[Toast]

In the UK a stand up called Peter Kay just spent 4 years completely away from the limelight for mysterious health or family reasons and has announced an arena tour that sold out instantly. With added on dates it lasts until 2025. His last tour did 1.2 million ticket sales. He's only really done one sitcom in the past 15 years. I'm surprised the US doesn't have a act that can outsell him

I spent 5 minutes thinking over your post and the only conclusion I could come to is the UK is a depressing place and you all generally need comedy in order to not go crazy.

 

[FingerofGod]

One of the few comedy shows I’ve seen was Gabriel Iglesias about 10 years ago in a theater. He performed for 2 and a half hours straight. Mostly just told stories. Not really funny but he was a likable enough guy I guess

 

[BonnieMcFarlaneMe2]

One of the few comedy shows I’ve seen was Gabriel Iglesias about 10 years ago in a theater. He performed for 2 and a half hours straight. Mostly just told stories. Not really funny but he was a likable enough guy I guess

That’s way too fucking long haha. Was it the only show that night?

 

[FingerofGod]

That’s way too fucking long haha. Was it the only show that night?

Yes but he had one or two openers too.

 

[guest]

Yes but he had one or two openers too.

Did he eat them?

 

[ShockJockRobot]

I saw Gaffigan, Rock, and Iglesias of those and enjoyed all three.
Would have loved to have seen Chapelle but didn't come anywhere near me.

I think the real news her is Gabriel fucking Iglesias is not only still out there, but successful. Never would have called that.

The guy sold out fucking Dodger Stadium last year.

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Adds Second Dodger Stadium Date After Becoming First Comedian To Sell Out Historic Venue – Update

UPDATED, 8:58 AM: Chavez Ravine is getting Fluffier. After becoming the first comic to sell out Dodger Stadium in its 60-year history, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias has added a second show …

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He's got a huge Latino following and his shows are decent. He has a habit of doing massive 2-3 hour sets on top of his openers.

 

[BonnieMcFarlaneMe2]

I saw Gaffigan, Rock, and Iglesias of those and enjoyed all three.
Would have loved to have seen Chapelle but didn't come anywhere near me.



The guy sold out fucking Dodger Stadium last year.

He's got a huge Latino following and his shows are decent. He has a habit of doing massive 2-3 hour sets on top of his openers.

The Dodgers don’t even sell out Dodger Stadium.

 

[guest]

Matt Blake at CAA is having a good year.

 

[EllenTorquehorn]

In the UK a stand up called Peter Kay just spent 4 years completely away from the limelight for mysterious health or family reasons and has announced an arena tour that sold out instantly. With added on dates it lasts until 2025. His last tour did 1.2 million ticket sales. He's only really done one sitcom in the past 15 years. I'm surprised the US doesn't have a act that can outsell him

There are enough arenas in the UK to book out for two years?

 

[guest]

Nothing like a top 10 list starting off with #1 to really keep you scrolling

 

[Turk February]

This list is a stern reminder that the world is a cold, meaningless, and unjust place.

 

[Dennyislife]

There are enough arenas in the UK to book out for two years?

Yes. About 20 proper arenas and a few big theaters too. For the bigger cities they tend to do multiple dates obviously. A lot of big acts do 100+ arena tour dates. Most only do that the one time though. I bet it pays well but is shit. People like Jimmy Carr who only do stand up only did it for a long time.

 

[BonnieMcFarlaneMe2]

Yes. About 20 proper arenas and a few big theaters too. For the bigger cities they tend to do multiple dates obviously. A lot of big acts do 100+ arena tour dates. Most only do that the one time though. I bet it pays well but is shit. People like Jimmy Carr who only do stand up only did it for a long time.

Theatres not theaters,
You limey fag.