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Comedian John Oliver is set to embark on a mini-tour titled ‘John Oliver Live’ with performances in Boston and three other cities. The Boston show will be held at the MGM Music Hall, followed by stops in Wallingford, Baltimore, and a New Year’s Eve performance in Philadelphia. Presale tickets will be available through major outlets, with general sales starting soon. Oliver, known for his sharp wit on HBO’s ‘Last Week Tonight’, continues to engage audiences with his stand-up performances, promising a memorable end to the year for comedy fans.
Boston – Comedian and late-night television host John Oliver has announced a mini-tour titled “John Oliver Live” to wrap up the year 2025, featuring performances in four cities. The tour will kick off on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 8 p.m. at the MGM Music Hall in Boston, followed by shows in Wallingford, Connecticut, Baltimore, Maryland, and a New Year’s Eve performance in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
After the Boston show, Oliver will take the stage in Wallingford on Monday, December 29, followed by a performance in Baltimore on Tuesday, December 30. The tour will culminate with Oliver’s New Year’s Eve show at the Met in Philadelphia, returning to a venue where he last performed in September 2023.
John Oliver is best known for hosting HBO’s “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” which has been entertaining audiences for over 12 seasons. His comedic style is renowned for its sharp wit and satire, often reflecting on current events and social issues. Historically, Oliver performs only a select number of stand-up sets each year, typically scheduling them in late summer and December. His last performance in Boston took place in 2023 at the same MGM Music Hall, where he conducted two sold-out shows.
In addition to the December mini-tour, Oliver will also engage in monthly performances at the Beacon Theatre in New York City, alongside fellow comedian Seth Meyers. This consistent engagement highlights his commitment to live comedy despite his busy schedule on television.
For fans wishing to attend the Boston show, presale tickets will be available through Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and Citizens Bank starting Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. The general public sale for tickets will commence on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Oliver has a rich history of performing in Philadelphia, previously completing a three-show stint at the Met in 2018. During that engagement, he humorously engaged with local traditions and culture, making his performances memorable for the audience. His connection with Philadelphia extends beyond live performances, as he frequently references the city and its events in his segments on “Last Week Tonight,” further deepening his relationship with the local culture.
John Oliver’s journey in stand-up comedy commenced at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where he faced numerous challenges that shaped his comedic style and content. He has consistently expressed that performing stand-up is his “favorite place to be” and emphasizes the significance of learning from failures within the art of comedy.
This upcoming tour not only signals a rare opportunity for fans to see Oliver perform live but also showcases his enduring popularity and skill in engaging with audiences through both television and live performance. It promises to be a significant end to the year for comedy enthusiasts across the cities he will visit, providing laughter and reflection as the New Year approaches.
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