ArtsWestchester Announces First Stand-Up Comedy Performances as Part of “Live at ArtsWestchester” Series

Introducing “The Art of Laughter,” a new comedy series coming to the ArtsWestchester gallery

For the first time ever, ArtsWestchester is hosting a new Art of Laughter Comedy Series in its downtown White Plains gallery and performance space. Kicking things off will be two nights of women-empowered stand-up featuring New York greats Kerri Louise on February 8 and Judy Gold on February 9. Both shows will take place from 8-10 p.m. at ArtsWestchester, located at 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains.

“You gotta love the arts – especially the art of laughter!” said Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester, the largest not-for-profit arts council in New York. “Comedy has a unique power to make us think and question, all while poking fun and bringing a good laugh. We are especially excited to launch this new series with two absolutely hilarious and empowering women. These will be nights to remember, right in our gallery alongside friends and neighbors.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the art of laughter. Reserve your spot in this intimate performance space by visiting artswestchester.org today!

In her stand-up, Judy Gold draws on aspects of her own life experiences – being a lesbian, being Jewish, being a woman, being a mother, and being very tall – to bring people together in laughter. Her comedy is not only hilariously funny, it is poignant, encouraging listeners to think more critically about the ways we define people and their roles and about the intersection of identities. With multiple critically acclaimed Off-Broadway plays in which she was both a writer and star, comedy specials on HBO, Comedy Central and LOGO, not to mention her award-winning career in television off-screen as a writer and on-screen in a host of shows, Judy’s experience as a creator and entertainer speaks for itself. However, these traditional mediums clearly weren’t enough to satisfy Judy’s creative drive, so she recently created the podcast Kill Me Now with CBS, which already has over 100 episodes.

Kerri Louise also has enough personal material to last a lifetime – as a mother of three boys, the wife of another prominent comedian Tom Cotter, and of course as a touring female comic. Kerri made an early impression on the Oprah Winfrey show as a regular correspondent and has since gone on to perform at prominent comedy events like the Aspen, Montreal and Lucille Ball Comedy Festivals. Kerri also hosts her own YouTube series and was featured as a finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, after which she went on to star in her own sitcom, called “Too Funny!”

The Art of Laughter Comedy Series is presented as part of “Live at ArtsWestchester” performance series. It’s never too soon to mark your calendars for some exciting happenings at ArtsWestchester! Upcoming events include:

Lunar New Year Festival: Year of the Pig
Sat., Feb. 2, 1–4pm
Celebrate the Year of the Pig with an afternoon of traditional Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese music, dance, crafts, games and food! Click here for tickets and more info.

Gallery Nite Out: Speed Dating
Thurs., Feb. 7, 6:30–8m
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, find a plus-one or a new friend for your next arts outing. Put your app-inspired swiping aside for the night and join us for a “meet-in-real-life” happy hour instead. Connect with fellow arts lovers from the area during this speed dating event. Participants will go on a series of seven-minute, face-to-face “mini-dates.” All forms of love welcome. Participants who find a date are eligible to win tickets to our upcoming comedy or Valentine’s Day events! Click here for tickets and more info.

Alexis Cole’s Valentine’s Day Jukebox
Fri., Feb. 15, 8pm
Take your loved one out for a romantic night of sultry jazz classics, featuring award-winning vocalist Alexis Cole and her trio: John DiMartino (piano), Steve LaSpina (bass) and Kenny Hassler (drums). Cole will play a set of romantic jazz favorites, followed by a set of audience requests, during which specific songs can be dedicated to loved ones. Tickets are on sale now.

About ArtsWestchester

For more than 50 years, ArtsWestchester has been the community’s connection to the arts. Founded in 1965, it is the largest, private, not-for-profit arts council in New York State. Its mission is to provide leadership, vision, and support, to ensure the availability, accessibility, and diversity of the arts. ArtsWestchester provides programs and services that enrich the lives of everyone in Westchester County. ArtsWestchester helps fund concerts, exhibitions and plays through grants; brings artists into schools and community centers; advocates for the arts; and builds audiences through diverse marketing initiatives. In 1998, ArtsWestchester purchased the nine-story neo-classical bank building at 31 Mamaroneck Avenue which has since been transformed into a multi-use resource for artists, cultural organizations, and the community. A two-story gallery is located on the first floor of ArtsWestchester’s historic building on Mamaroneck Avenue.

For more than 50 years, ArtsWestchester has been the community’s connection to the arts. Founded in 1965, it is the largest, private, not-for-profit arts council in New York State. Its mission is to provide leadership, vision, and support, to ensure the availability, accessibility, and diversity of the arts. ArtsWestchester provides programs and services that enrich the lives of everyone in Westchester County. ArtsWestchester helps fund concerts, exhibitions and plays through grants; brings artists into schools and community centers; advocates for the arts; and builds audiences through diverse marketing initiatives. In 1998, ArtsWestchester purchased the nine-story neo-classical bank building at 31 Mamaroneck Avenue which has since been transformed into a multi-use resource for artists, cultural organizations, and the community. A two-story gallery is located on the first floor of ArtsWestchester’s historic building on Mamaroneck Avenue.