Get ready for a fun-filled night out with the Bayside Historical Society! Join us at The Castle for another great evening of stand-up comedy with the hilarious Wilshire Comedy Group, along with our menu of social small plates and sweet treats, plus a chance to win in our raffle drawing. We can't wait to see you there!

Comedy Night Menu

SOCIAL AND MINGLING

Before the show

Beef Sliders

Miniature brioche buns with premium beef and caramelized onions

Gruyere Cheese Flatbreads

Crispy thin-crust flatbreads topped with melted Gruyere and fresh thyme

Caprese Skewers

Fresh mozzarella pearls, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves with a balsamic glaze

The Mocktail and Beverage Bar

Refreshing and seasonal blends, sparkling cucumber mint, and a curated selection of drinks

Wine Service

A selection of fine wines available for purchase

THE MAIN EVENT

During the 90-minute performance

Table Bites

Bowls of warm buttered popcorn and soft warm pretzels with spicy mustard at your table for easy snacking

Salted Dark Chocolate 

Artisanal chocolate to finish the evening on a high note 

FEATURED PERFORMERS:

Alan Streisfeld (host-M/C) — Alan has been producing and hosting comedy shows in the tri-state area since 2008. He has also performed at the Original Improv in Manhattan as well as many private synagogue fundraising shows. He's been seen on Mad-House TV.

Rosie Fiumara — Rosie is a Long Island comedian whose high-energy stand-up blends real-life observations with wit and her own brand of charm. Her comedy is honest, relatable, and guaranteed to hit home — sometimes a little too close. Rosie performs at Governor’s comedy clubs and other local venues.

Zygy Susser — Zygy was a  finalist in the NYC Department for the Aging citywide competition called Talent is Timeless. 424 acts competed, he was in the final 22. He was in the documentary movie "Good Timing with Jo Firestone," and his segment was featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon  He also won the Funniest Jewish Comedian Award in NYC in 2022 and performs at clubs and organizations in the tristate area

Eric Tartaglione (headliner) — Eric is a high-energy comic with a physically expressive act and an easy rapport with audiences, as comfortable with a college crowd as he is at a retirement party. A former medical professional, he draws on everyday life — his Italian background, family life, and the ups and downs of turning 50. He is also an actor with 18 years of experience on the New York and regional stage, including the award-nominated hit show Shut Up Sit Down and Eat, which he co-wrote and co-stars in.

About the Wilshire Comedy Group:

The Wilshire Comedy Group is an entertainment production company based in Oakdale, Queens that specializes in producing stand-up comedy shows at various venues throughout the tri-state area.

Tickets: $40 for BHS members, $50 for non-members.

Reservations are required. No tickets will be sold at the door — advance ticket sales only! Purchase tickets below.