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CALVIN 
CATO

Named one of Time Out New York’s LGBTQ Comics of Color to Watch Out For, Calvin S. Cato has dazzled audiences around the world. His on-air and radio appearances include Oxygen, Netflix, Sirius XM, RISK!, WIRED Magazine, and an unaired pilot for Vice Media called Emergency Black Meeting. His comedy has been featured in numerous festivals and events including San Francisco Sketchfest, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gotham Storytelling Festival, Brooklyn Pride, and FlameCon. In early 2021, Calvin was published in Kweendom, an anthology of essays by queer comedians and entertainers. In 2022, Calvin concluded a 3 month run hosting a daily talk show on RushTix. Be sure to catch Calvin's latest comedy album Disney Single, releasing in September 2026!
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Upcoming Performances

Let's Laugh Together in Person

  • Thu, Jun 25
    Jun 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    OffCity, 32-11 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106, USA
    Come enjoy tapas and laughs! Get tickets here: https://www.offcityastoria.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
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  • Thu, Jun 25
    Jun 25, 2026, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
    Kick off NYC Pride weekend with a night of sharp wit, fearless storytelling, and big, cathartic laughs. Get tickets here: https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/9891-off-off-off-broadway-stand-up-comedy-nyc-pride-weekend-kickoff-6-25-26
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  • Fri, Jun 26
    Jun 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Rd, Pleasantville, NY 10570, USA
    Come and have a laugh as we celebrate Pride month with a special LGBTQ+ Stand-Up Night bringing together a fabulous lineup of comedians, presented as part of Out There. Get tickets here: https://burnsfilmcenter.org/booking/stand-up-comedy-at-take-3/
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  • Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Comedy In Harlem, 750A St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10031, USA
    An unforgettable evening of laughter, love, and community as Comedy In Harlem proudly celebrates Pride Month! Get tickets here: https://www.comedyinharlem.com/shows/377627
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  • Sat, Jun 27
    Jun 27, 2026, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM
    The Grisly Pear - Midtown, 243 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
    Must see Pride comedy show at The Grisly Pear! Get tickets here: https://www.grislypearstandup.com/events/pride-pearlicious-a-comedy-show-at-the-grisly-pear-midtown-06-27-26-09-00-pm
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  • Sun, Jun 28
    Jun 28, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Caveat, 21 A Clinton St, New York, NY 10002, USA
    Along with other storytellers, I am telling an insane only in New York City story. Get tickets here: https://www.caveat.nyc/events/impossible-new-york-stories
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  • Thu, Jul 02
    Jul 02, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Brooklyn Art Haus, 24 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
    I'm celebrating the upcoming release of his 2026 album Disney Single as part of the BK Art Haus Pride Festival. Get tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calvin-cato-isdisney-single-tickets-1992240709592?aff=oddtdtcreator#location
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  • Fri, Jul 03
    Jul 03, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    The Rat NYC, 68-117 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
    I'll be in a parody of Independence Day! It's a drunk live theater experience! Get tickets here: https://www.theratnyc.com/event-details/the-drunk-texts-a-day-of-independence
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  • Mon, Jul 06
    Jul 06, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    QED Astoria, 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105, USA
    A super fun adult spelling bee hosted by me and Hannah Lieberman. You can pay to spectate or participate; every contestant wins a prize! Get tickets here: https://qedastoria.com/products/adult-spelling-bee
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  • Thu, Jul 30
    Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Neir's Tavern, 87-48 78th St, Woodhaven, NY 11421, USA
    Hilarious comedians in a local pub with great food and drinks! More info here: https://www.instagram.com/shineboxcomedy/
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  • Fri, Jul 31
    Jul 31, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    QED Astoria, 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105, USA
    Wonderful showcase of NYC comics! Get tickets here: https://qedastoria.com/
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  • Mon, Aug 03
    Aug 03, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    QED Astoria, 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105, USA
    A super fun adult spelling bee hosted by me and Hannah Lieberman. You can pay to spectate or participate; every contestant wins a prize! Get tickets here: https://qedastoria.com/products/adult-spelling-bee
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  • Mon, Aug 10
    Aug 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Ripped Bodice, 218 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA
    HIlarious line-up of comedians in a feminist-owned bookstore. Come early to enjoy a 10% discount! Get tickets here: https://bookevents.nyc/venues/rippedbodice
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  • Thu, Aug 13
    Aug 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    https://bettersaidthandone.org/events/
    Relax at home for an evening of amazing stories! The show is online so you don't even have to wear pants! Get tickets here: https://bettersaidthandone.org/events/
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  • Sun, Aug 23
    Aug 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Pocono Mountains, Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania, USA
    David Mills, Bobby Hankinson and I bring our signature stand-up to GNI for an evening of queer comedy. Get tickets here: https://www.gaynaturists.org/costs/
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