MTV's Oddville Cast Reunites at Comedy Village During New York Comedy Festival Alongside Latina Showcase

Comedy Village in Times Square presents two significant comedy events during the New York Comedy Festival that bridge generational and cultural divides in the entertainment industry. The venue will host the long-awaited MTV Oddville Live: The Reunion alongside the official festival showcase "NYC Stand-Up: Chicas You Should Know," creating a diverse programming lineup that celebrates both comedy legacy and emerging voices.

The MTV Oddville reunion marks the first time the entire cast has performed together since the late 1990s, with two exclusive performances scheduled for Wednesday, November 13 at 8 PM and 10 PM. Tickets are available for $28 through the venue's website at https://ComedyVillage.com/events. The reunion features the complete original cast including Rich Brown, David Greene, Melissa Gabriel, Amazing Amy, Suzanne "Underdog" Muldowney, Handfarter Bruce Gaston, Mr. Phil!, The Zambonies!, Mario Bosco, and Frank & David. The live show aims to revive the distinctive humor and spontaneous chaos that made Oddville a cult phenomenon during MTV's late-night programming era.

PJ Landers, club owner and lifelong comedian, emphasized the significance of this reunion, noting that "Oddville was one of the most original and hilarious shows ever on MTV, and nothing like it has been seen since." The show, which was adapted from the public-access favorite Beyond Vaudeville, became known for its oddball guests, underground bands, and irreverent humor that defined a particular era of alternative comedy programming. This reunion represents not just nostalgia but a revival of the show's unique comedic approach that influenced subsequent generations of comedians and comedy formats.

Complementing this legacy event, Comedy Village will present "Chicas You Should Know" on Monday, November 11 at 8 PM, with tickets priced at $26 and available at https://ComedyVillage.com. Created by Gina Brillon, the powerhouse behind Chismosa Comedy and Women Stand Up NYC, this showcase celebrates the bold, brilliant voices of New York's funniest Latinas. The event description notes the show is "taking the comedy scene by the cajones," highlighting its mission to amplify underrepresented voices in comedy.

Hosted by Paula J. Leon, the "Chicas You Should Know" lineup features Daniela Mora from Adult Swim, Glorelys Mora from Netflix Is a Joke, Isa Medina from Don't Tell Comedy, Becky Granger from Netflix, and headliner Gina Brillon from HBO and Amazon Prime. The show runs from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Comedy Village's location at 352 West 44th Street in Times Square. This showcase represents the growing recognition and platform for diverse comedic voices within major comedy festivals, reflecting broader industry shifts toward inclusion and representation.

These dual events at Comedy Village demonstrate the venue's commitment to hosting programming that mixes comedy legacy with contemporary cultural relevance. From nostalgic reunions that celebrate influential but often overlooked comedy history to platforms that elevate underrepresented voices, Comedy Village continues to shape Times Square's live-comedy scene while contributing to the evolution of comedy as an art form. The pairing of these two distinct shows during the New York Comedy Festival highlights how comedy venues can serve as cultural hubs that both honor history and foster innovation in live performance.