
May 17 · 8pm
Connor Wood
feat. Connor Wood
The Pabst Theater
Catch viral comedian Connor Wood live for a night of relatable laughs at The Pabst.
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ft. Tom Papa
Tom Papa's Grateful Bread Tour brings relatable humor to the Pabst Theater. Arrive early for the best seats.
Part I
About this event
Tom Papa, a seasoned comedian with over two decades in the industry, is bringing his Grateful Bread Tour to the Pabst Theater. Known for his sharp wit and relatable humor, Tom has captivated audiences across various platforms, including Netflix specials and his popular podcast. His latest tour promises to deliver more of his signature comedic style, reflecting on life's absurdities and shared human experiences.
The Pabst Theater, a historic venue in Milwaukee, offers an intimate setting that enhances the comedic experience. Its classic architecture and excellent acoustics make it a favorite among performers and audiences alike. For those attending, it's worth arriving early to soak in the ambiance and perhaps explore the nearby dining options before the show.
Tom's ability to connect with audiences through humor that resonates with everyday life makes his performances both entertaining and thought-provoking. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to his comedy, the Grateful Bread Tour is set to be an engaging evening filled with laughter and insight.
From the organizer
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 5 highly rated stand-up specials over the years, and he has recently released his 6th stand-up special, Tom Papa: Home Free as a Netflix Original on October 29, 2024. Papa holds nothing back in his third Netflix special as his kids are finally out of the house and it's just him, his wife, and a bunch of animals ready to return to their glory days. Tom has seen a lot over the years from close calls with a pachinko ball to late night 7-Eleven runs and he's sharing all his thoughts as he parties on into the next stage of life. His other critically acclaimed specials include What A Day!, Tom Papa: You're Doing Great!, 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 released 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. Tom has starred in many fan-favorite films including Paper Spiders where he starred opposite Lili Taylor, The Informant! opposite Matt Damon, Analyze That opposite Robert De Niro, and The Haunted World of El Superbeasto opposite Paul Giamatti, where Tom voiced the title character. 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.
Getting in
Tickets available online
Registration required — must sign up
Pro tips
Parking at the Pabst Theater can be tricky on weekends. The nearby Milwaukee Center garage offers event parking for $10, and it's just a short walk to the theater.
Who'll Be There
Fans of stand-up comedy, likely a mix of couples and groups of friends enjoying a night out. Expect a lively atmosphere with laughter and chatter, as well as some die-hard Tom Papa fans who appreciate his work across various media.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
Library rules. Whispers and a calm body — this is not a talking-out-loud room.
Audience-shaped. You watch; the room is not here to talk to you.
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