Lizzo Set to Host Star-Studded Comedy Showcase at Netflix’s “Is a Joke Fest”
Written by b87fm on 01/21/2026
Lizzo is preparing to reclaim the spotlight—this time with a mix of music, comedy, and cultural clout—at Netflix’s biggest comedy event of the year.
The 37-year-old Grammy-winning artist will host a comedy showcase during Netflix Is a Joke Fest, the streaming giant’s week-long comedy takeover of Los Angeles, running May 4 through May 10.
“I got everybody & they mama on this show,” Lizzo wrote on Instagram while announcing her involvement. “@netflixisajoke takes over Los Angeles May 4–10. Tickets on sale Friday, Jan. 23rd @ 10AM PT.”
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The post featured Lizzo in a Marilyn Monroe-inspired platinum blonde wig and a sleeveless black dress with a jeweled neckline, posing in front of a tri-fold mirror framed by festival branding.
Produced in partnership with Live Nation, Netflix Is a Joke Fest will span more than 35 venues across Los Angeles, hosting over 350 live acts. Events will range from stand-up comedy and variety shows to podcast tapings, screenings, and special performances. Venues include major stages like the Hollywood Bowl, The Greek Theatre, and the Intuit Dome, alongside iconic comedy clubs such as The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, and Hollywood IMPROV.
Lizzo’s showcase is set to feature comedian Eric André and stand-up star Nikki Glaser. The broader festival lineup includes several high-profile exclusives, including Night of Too Many Stars, Jon Stewart’s comedy and music telethon benefiting NEXT for Autism; a taping of Nate Bargatze’s upcoming Netflix special; Shane Gillis and Friends at the Hollywood Bowl; and the live semifinals and finals of Funny AF with Kevin Hart, a competition to discover the next breakout comedian.
The bill is stacked with major names, including Kevin Hart, Deon Cole, Katt Williams, Sam Jay, Luenell, and Mike Tyson, alongside Seth Rogen, Adam Sandler, Bill Burr, Chelsea Handler, Pete Davidson, Jon Stewart, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Tickets for Netflix Is a Joke Fest go on sale Friday, Jan. 23 at 10 a.m. PT via NetflixIsAJokeFest.com.
