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The Moth Brings Its First MainStage of 2025 to Harlem on February 28th
Show to Feature True Personal Stories from comedian Sam Jay, Harlem Globetrotter Max Pearce, jazz musician Christian McBride and more
Ode to Joy: The Moth in Harlem -- a special evening of storytelling. Presented by acclaimed nonprofit The Moth, the force behind the immensely popular The Moth Radio Hour and The Moth Podcast, will bring a brand new Mainstage show to Harlem at the Aaron Davis Hall (129 Convent Ave on The City College of NY) .
The rousing show will feature stories from Harlem natives, comedians, musicians, even a Harlem Globetrotter…about elation; feeling the light on your face; and the warmth after the cold. Stories of connecting the dots, finding your flow -- the joy of unknowing and the magic of a hard reset.
It will be hosted by noted raconteur Jon Goode, and feature five storytellers including comedian and writer Sam Jay; Harlem Globetrotter Max “Hops” Pearce, winemaker Bertony Faustin; actor Marilyn Torres and jazz bassist and composer Christian McBride.
The show will take place Friday, February 28th. Doors open at 6:30PM and stories begin at 7:30PM. Tickets are available at https://themoth.org/events/the-moth-mainstage-in-new-york-feb2025.
