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Sam Jay's Starting Lineup: WNBA All-Star Comedy Night

Thalia Hall in ChicagoThu, Jul 23, 2026 · 08:00 PM

Overview

Sam Jay's Starting Lineup featuring Sam Jay, Zainab Johnson, Punkie Johnson, Just Nesh, Syd Colson, and TP is a Arts & Theatre / Comedy / Comedy event at Thalia Hall in Chicago.

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Sam Jay is bringing her Starting Lineup to Chicago for WNBA All-Star Weekend, delivering a high-energy comedy jam at Thalia Hall. The show features six comedians—Sam Jay, Zainab Johnson, Punkie Johnson, Just Nesh, Syd Colson, and TP—for a night of laughs and all-star energy.

The event is part of the WNBA All-Star Weekend celebrations, offering a comedic twist to the basketball festivities. Thalia Hall, located in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, provides an iconic setting for the performance.

📍 Thalia Hall🎟️ Tickets from $74🔞 18+Comedy

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Good to know

The show takes place at Thalia Hall in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood.
Attendees must be 18 or older.
The event is part of the WNBA All-Star Weekend festivities.
Plan to arrive early to enjoy the historic venue setting.

Frequently asked questions

What is the age requirement?

Attendees must be 18 or older.

Is this event part of a larger weekend?

Yes, Sam Jay's Starting Lineup is part of the WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago.

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Sam Jay

Samaria Johnson, better known as Sam Jay, is an American comedian and writer. She is the first Black lesbian writer for Saturday Night Live (2017–2020), and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing For A Variety Series three times. She's had two streaming comedy specials, 2023's Sam J

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