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Anthony Jeselnik is a stand-up comedian from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He can currently be seen on his podcast, THE JESELNIK AND ROSENTHAL VANITY PROJECT, alongside co-host Gregg Rosenthal. His most recent stand up special, FIRE IN THE MATERNITY WARD, premiered on Netflix to critical acclaim. Anthony was also the creator, host and producer of his series, GOOD TALK and THE JESELNIK OFFENSIVE on Comedy Central. He also appeared on multiple roasts for the network, most notably THE ROAST OF DONALD TRUMP and THE ROAST OF CHARLIE SHEEN. Additionally, Anthony wrote and performed the stand-up specials THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, an hour-long for Netflix and CALIGULA, an hour-long for Comedy Central which followed his debut comedy album, SHAKESPEARE, for Comedy Central Records. He has performed on CONAN, THE TONIGHT SHOW, JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE and was a writer and the first ever stand-up comic to appear on LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON.

Joining Anthony is Zarna Garg and Michael Longfellow. Zarna Garg is “One in a Billion”, and that's not the just name of her first comedy special. She’s also the only Indian mom comedian taking on her mother-in-law. She is the winner of Kevin Hart's Lyft Comics, the winner of the 2021 Ladies of Laughter Award and has over a million followers across social media platforms. Michael Longfellow is a current featured cast member on Saturday Night Live's 48th Season. Prior to SNL, Michael was one of eight comedians chosen for the inaugural “Netflix Introducing…” showcase at the Netflix is a Joke Festival in 2022.

Purchase a VIP reserved seat at a table of your choice! VIP tickets come with added benefits; a separate entrance with early access to the venue, table-side service of drinks and snacks, and the best views of the stage! NOTE: You may be sitting with others if you are not purchasing every seat at the table.

General Admission tickets are also available with first come, first served grass seating in the designated area and a walk-up bar - limited number of early bird GA tickets available so buy early to save!

Tickets are only available online through Tixr. Buying from any third-party sites is at your own risk (ticket transfers are available on your Tixr account). 

This event is NO MINORS (19+) and is a go rain or shine – you must have a valid government issued photo ID to enter the grounds.

The vision of the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is and will always be to create an inclusive and safe experience that celebrates and features all forms of performance comedy, from locals to superstars. All while celebrating and supporting the communities and beautiful parks we visit. A portion of the festival proceeds will support the Halifax Progress Club.

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