Comedy Village in Times Square is hosting two notable shows during the New York Comedy Festival that represent different generations and styles of comedy. The venue will present the MTV Oddville Live: The Reunion, marking the first time the entire cast has performed together since the late 1990s, alongside the official festival showcase NYC Stand-Up: Chicas You Should Know, which spotlights Latina comedians.
The Oddville reunion features two exclusive performances on Wednesday, November 13 at 8 PM and 10 PM, bringing together the original cast members including Rich Brown, David Greene, Melissa Gabriel, Amazing Amy, Suzanne "Underdog" Muldowney, Handfarter Bruce Gaston, Mr. Phil!, The Zambonies!, Mario Bosco, and Frank & David. The show revives the unconventional humor and spontaneous chaos that made the program a cult favorite during MTV's late-night programming era. PJ Landers, club owner and lifelong comedian, described the significance of this event, noting that "Oddville was one of the most original and hilarious shows ever on MTV, and nothing like it has been seen since."
Originally adapted from the public-access program Beyond Vaudeville, Oddville became known for its eccentric guests, underground musical acts, and irreverent comedy style that defined a particular era of television programming. The reunion represents more than just nostalgia—it demonstrates the enduring appeal of alternative comedy formats and the cultural significance of preserving television history through live performance. Tickets for the reunion are available for $28 at https://comedyvillage.com/events.
Prior to the Oddville reunion, Comedy Village will host the official New York Comedy Festival showcase "Chicas You Should Know" on Monday, November 11 at 8 PM. Created by Gina Brillon, the powerhouse behind Chismosa Comedy and Women Stand Up NYC, this event celebrates the bold voices of New York's funniest Latina comedians. Hosted by Paula J. Leon, the lineup features Daniela Mora from Adult Swim, Glorelys Mora from Netflix Is a Joke, Isa Medina from Don't Tell Comedy, Becky Granger from Netflix, with headliner Gina Brillon from HBO and Amazon Prime.
The showcase represents an important development in comedy programming by highlighting diverse voices that have historically been underrepresented in mainstream comedy. The event description notes the show is "taking the comedy scene by the cajones," indicating its assertive approach to claiming space in the comedy landscape. Tickets for Chicas You Should Know are $26 and available at https://comedyvillage.com, with the show running from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Comedy Village's location at 352 West 44th Street in Times Square.
These two events at Comedy Village illustrate the evolving nature of comedy festivals, which now balance nostalgic revivals with contemporary diversity initiatives. The Oddville reunion appeals to audiences who remember the show's original run and younger comedy fans interested in television history, while Chicas You Should Know addresses the industry's ongoing efforts toward inclusion and representation. Both shows demonstrate Comedy Village's role in shaping Times Square's live-comedy scene by hosting events that mix legacy, culture, and creativity during one of New York's premier comedy festivals.
