Maria Bamford

Maria Bamford is a celebrated comedian known for her deeply personal and experimental comedy, often centered on mental illness. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir "Sure, I’ll Join Your Cult" and has starred in four hour-long stand-up specials, including "Local Act," "Weakness is the Brand," "Old Baby," and "Maria Bamford: the special, special, special!" Bamford is acclaimed for her surreal, semi-autobiographical Netflix series "Lady Dynamite," which addresses the life of a comic facing a nervous breakdown. She made history as the first female comic to have two half-hour specials on Comedy Central Presents and appeared alongside notable comedians in "The Comedians of Comedy."

Additionally, Bamford created and starred in her cult web series "The Maria Bamford Show," showcasing her talent in portraying multiple characters. Her extensive voiceover work includes roles in popular series such as "Big Mouth," "Bob’s Burgers," and "Adventure Time." She's made appearances on various late-night shows, including "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and "The Tonight Show." Her interview series "What’s Your Ailment?" explores mental health with celebrities, available on the Topic streaming service, while her Audible Original "You Are (A Comedy) Special" humorously guides audiences on stand-up performance and life.

Upcoming event details: Season tickets become available on June 22 for Director-Level Members and above, June 29 for all members, and July 6 for the general public. The event is intended for mature audiences; patrons under 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone. Ticket prices include a Historic Venue Operations fee, which is waived for MBT Members.