Tears, actual tears…
by Nikki on 2/6/24Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft LauderdaleWas laughing so hard I needed tissues to wipe my tears. Left theatre feeling like I did a hundred or so crunches. Stomach hurts and it was worth it!
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With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country, finding success as an actor, host, and author, in film, TV, radio and podcasts as well as on the live stage.
The comedian has had 4 highly rated stand-up specials on Netflix and recently released his 5th Netflix special, What A Day! on December 13th. The special was taped at the iconic Wilbur Theatre in Boston. His other critically acclaimed specials include Human Mule, Freaked Out and Tom Papa Live in New York City, two of which were directed by Rob Zombie.
On June 6, 2023, Tom will release his highly anticipated third book, We're All In This Together.....So Make Some Room. The book compiles comedic essays that aim to unite us through our stupidity. Every mistake has already been made, and this should bring us great comfort as we join together in our fight for survival, or at least in our attempt to get through the day. Whether we like it or not, we're all in this together.
In 2020, Tom released his second book, You're Doing Great! - And Other Reasons To Stay Alive, which was the follow-up to Your Dad Stole My Rake: And Other Family Dilemmas both released by St Martin's Press, making "Summer Must Read" lists from Parade Magazine to The New York Post. Tom is also a contributing writer to the New Yorker Magazine.
Tom's highly rated podcast, Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, features Tom and his guest eating, drinking, and celebrating the true meaning of breaking bread with insightful, revealing and always funny conversations. He also hosts the popular daily Netflix radio show, What A Joke With Papa And Fortune on Sirius XM Channel 93 and the monthly show, Come To Papa Live on Channel 94.
As an actor, Tom recently wrapped on the Untitled Nike film project, a Ben Affleck and Matt Damon film where Papa can be seen portraying the role of Stu Inman alongside Viola Davis, Jason Bateman, and others.
Tom has starred in many fan-favorite films including Paper Spiders where he stared opposite Lily Taylor, The Informant opposite Matt Damon, Analyze That opposite Robert DeNiro, and The Haunted World of El Superbeasto opposite Paul Giamatti, where Tom played the voice of El Superbeasto. He can also be seen alongside Michael Douglas and Matt Damon in the HBO film, Behind the Candelabra, which was directed by Steven Soderbergh and won 11 Emmys.
On TV, Tom hosted the NBC series, The Marriage Ref, which ran for two seasons and had a recurring role opposite Julia Louis-Dreyfus on the CBS series, The New Adventures of Old Christine.
Tom is currently on his 2022 It's A Great Day! Tour and when he's not on the road, Tom lives in Los Angeles with his wife, two daughters, a cat and dog where he spends most of his time writing and baking bread. For more info on Tom go-to: www.tompapa.com.
Was laughing so hard I needed tissues to wipe my tears. Left theatre feeling like I did a hundred or so crunches. Stomach hurts and it was worth it!
Absolutely hilarious! Laughed out, loud all the way through the entire show. He is witty, insightful, topical! Cannot wait for his next Netflix special!
Tom Papa's delivery is funny. He can say almost anything and make me laugh. His show in Fort Lauderdale at The Parker was good - but not great. It grew old and repetitive. I was ready for it to end when he started wrapping up. His warm up act, Steven Rogers, was actually a better performance. Hate to say this because I believe Tom is really a nice man. Weird thing at The Parker, my seat was directly behind another seat, not staggered, so I couldn't see without leaning my head over near my left or right seat mates. Hated that.
This is my second time seeing Tom Papa live, in addition to the 5+ comedy specials I’ve seen on TV. He is one of my favorite comedians. As a 50+ year-old person, he is so relatable. This was my first time at the Parker Playhouse. It is a wonderful venue.
The show was amazing. We laughed from beginning to end. The opening act wit Steve was also great
Tom Papa is down to earth and very likable! (Lovable) No need for sex, profanity, vulgarity, or politics in his act to have you laughing non-stop! Awesome show! Packed house.
We really enjoyed Tom Papa and our experience at The Parker. A beautiful and comfortable venue.
Thoroughly enjoyable and the opening act was equally so
Tom Papa was is engaging, extremely funny comedic self. The audience was laughing through the entire performance. And, the laughing didn’t begin there, it started out with a young man of comedic talents. He whipped the crowd into a laughing frenzy. People of all ages went home happy!
Funny, relatable, smart, just an amazing night of comedy!! Must see.
The venue was perfect for this legend! I enjoy the smart observations Tom delivers and his style is unique!
This guy is absolutely hilarious. I love his comedy. Not offensive and just a genuinely funny guy. And by all counts, just an all Around good guy!!
Tom Papa put on a great show, tons of laughs throughout. Not divisive in any way just funny which most comedians can’t do anymore
From the first words Tom spoke it was clear he knew his audience. The laughter never stopped as he hilariously described all our feelings and daily lives. He brought the whole audience together as we roared laughing at him but really laughing at ourselves. It was a much needed break from the daily grind.
Love tom papa he is funny was a great venue to see him. He started on time and the opener was also very funny.
Tom Papa and opener Andy Fiore were both great. I was laughing so much they o was crying. Love you Papa and hope you come back to the Paramount again soon
I love Tom Papa because his material is so relatable and after all the jokes, the message he sends to people is so positive, hopeful and appreciative! Non-stops laughing, can't wait to see him the next time around because I'm a loyal fan for sure!!
Loved seeing Tom Papa and his great opener! Only small criticism of the Paramount... we are not especially large people but esp w winter coats it felt very crammed and a bit claustrophobic. Plus pretty impossible to get a second drink during the show! For $$$ seats that was kind of a bummer. But we love Tom Papa!
This is the 2nd time I've seen Tom Papa and he was absolutely hilarious both times. He is always funny, with extremely relatable comedy. I highly recommend attending one of his shows if you haven't already, and if so, continue attending his shows because the material changes and never disappoints.
Tom was amazing and we really enjoyed his opening act as well!