
Conan O'Brien & Stephen Colbert Newark Dec 7
Overview
An Evening with Conan O'Brien and Stephen Colbert brings two pioneering late-night hosts together for an unforgettable conversation at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Hosted by Stephen Colbert, the Montclair resident and popular host of The Late Show, this special evening celebrates Conan O'Brien's legendary career as one of comedy's leading comic minds, featuring the kind of hilarious, unpredictable dialogue that could go in any direction at any moment.[1][2]
Conan O'Brien's storied comedy career spans iconic work including Saturday Night Live, The Simpsons (where he famously wrote the classic episode 'Marge vs. the Monorail'), Late Night with Conan O'Brien, CONAN, and his podcast Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, earning him multiple Emmy Awards and The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.[4] He recently hosted the 97th Academy Awards in 2025 and is slated to host the 98th in 2026. The New Jersey Performing Arts Center stands as one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States and serves as New Jersey's anchor cultural institution in downtown Newark.[2]
Highlights
Comedy Royalty: Two of late-night television's most influential hosts sit down together for a rare, intimate conversation celebrating decades of comedic excellence and cultural impact.
Conan's Legendary Career: From writing iconic Simpsons episodes to hosting multiple Emmy-winning shows and hosting the Academy Awards, Conan O'Brien brings a lifetime of comedy mastery to the stage.
Unpredictable Entertainment: The evening promises hilarious dialogue that could go in any direction at any moment, delivering the spontaneous humor these comedy masters are known for.
Supporting Local Arts: All proceeds benefit Montclair Film, New Jersey's leading film nonprofit, which hosts the annual Montclair Film Festival and year-round cinema and community programs.
Premier Venue: The New Jersey Performing Arts Center is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States and serves as New Jersey's leading cultural institution.
Local Connection: Stephen Colbert, host of The Late Show, is a Montclair resident, adding a hometown element to this special fundraising event.
Know Before You Go
An Evening with Conan O'Brien and Stephen Colbert takes place at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located at 1 Center Street in downtown Newark, NJ. Tickets are available for purchase online via Ticketmaster and other authorized vendors, by phone at 1-888-GO-NJPAC (1-888-466-5722), and at the NJPAC Box Office. Montclair Film members received early access to tickets, with general public sales beginning October 17, 2025. All proceeds from ticket sales benefit Montclair Film, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. For specific venue policies, bag restrictions, and accessibility accommodations, attendees should contact NJPAC directly at the phone number listed above or visit their official website.
Hot Tip
Arrive at least 30-45 minutes early to allow time for security screening at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, especially for evening events when crowds accumulate near the main entrance.
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