Esther Povitsky, Mehran Khaghani, Alex Kumin, Tyler Groce, Riley Lassin
Saturday, August 15, 2026
6:15 PM
New York Comedy Club - Midtown
241 E 24th St, New York, NY 10010
Scheduled
About This Event
Esther Povitsky, co-creator and star of Alone Together and the performer behind the Comedy Central special Hot for My Name, headlines a five-comic lineup at New York Comedy Club - Midtown. The bill pairs her TV and stand-up work with Mehran Khaghani’s Boston-honed observational sets, Alex Kumin’s Comedy Cellar club experience, Tyler Groce’s conversational pacing, and material from Riley Lassin.
About the Artists
Esther Povitsky
Esther Povitsky, for a time known by the stage name "Little Esther," is an American stand-up comedian, actress, writer, and producer. Povitsky, from Chicago, is the co-creator and star of the comedy series Alone Together (2018); she starred as Izzy in the Hulu series Dollface.
Mehran Khaghani
Mehran Khaghani is a British-American stand-up comic, comedic director, and event producer of Iranian descent, raised in Boston’s comedy ecosystem. A longtime club performer, he has been recognized by local press and reader polls for his work on Boston stages.
Alex Kumin
Alex Kumin is a stand-up comedian known for her performances in various comedy venues, including the Comedy Cellar.
Tyler Groce
Tyler Groce is a New York City stand-up comic who performs at New York Comedy Club’s Upper West Side room. His recent appearances include bills alongside Mike Yard, Ayanna Dookie, Matt Pavich, and Kunal C.