Much-Needed Laughter
by Glo on 4/14/25Paramount Theatre - SeattleRating: 5 out of 5AWESOME show. Cannot say enough about the performers, the audience stories, and the bits. Most of the audience was in tears.
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Having appeared in a wide range of projects over the course of his career, Ben Schwartz has continued to deliver impressive, compelling performances in both film and television and has secured himself a distinctive place in Hollywood.
Upcoming, Ben is returning as the voice of Sonic in the highly-anticipated film SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. The sequel, set to release April 8, 2022, comes off Jeff Fowler's successful live action/animation hybrid film SONIC THE HEDGEHOG, an adaption of the classic Sega video game alongside Jim Carrey, The Paramount film has since become the highest domestic grossing video game adaption of all-time with $146 million and a worldwide gross of $306.7 million. SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 is currently in development.
Ben can also be seen in Lord & Miller's AppleTV+ miniseries THE AFTERPARTY. Starring alongside an all-star cast, Ben has secured himself as a standout among a cast of standouts. He can also be seen in the second season of Greg Daniels and Steve Carell's Netflix series SPACE FORCE, in which he stars opposite Carell and John Malkovich.
Additionally, Ben is currently in production for Universal's RENFIELD, set to release April 4, 2023. Ben is set to star alongside Nicholas Cage, Nicholas Hoult and Awkwafina in the Chris McKay directed film, based on Dracula's henchman.
Previous credits include the Disney feature, FLORA AND ULYSSES, based on the popular novel, the indie feature STANDING UP, FALLING DOWN for which Ben received rave reviews for his lead performance opposite Billy Crystal; NIGHT SCHOOL opposite Kevin Hart for Universal; HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, written and directed by Jared Stern for Netflix; THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU directed by Shawn Levy, and many others.
Ben starred opposite Don Cheadle & Kristen Bell in the Showtime comedy series HOUSE OF LIES and acted alongside Amy Poehler, Chris Pratt and Aziz Ansari as Jean Ralphio on PARKS & RECREATION, one of the most streamed shows in television history. He co-created and stars in three improv specials on Netflix entitled MIDDLEDITCH & SCHWARTZ and has lent his voice to various animated shows such as DUCKTALES and RISE OF THE TMNT. As an Emmy-Award winning writer, Ben has published four books and written television shows and movies for many major studios.
AWESOME show. Cannot say enough about the performers, the audience stories, and the bits. Most of the audience was in tears.
This was my second time seeing Ben Schwartz and Friends, and it did not disappoint. It was hilarious and worth the drive to Seattle. I strongly encourage everyone to see his show.
It was a extremely fun and enjoyable experience to watch Ben and his team create magic in front of us.
No other show on earth will make you laugh like this one will. Its brilliant.
Been going to see Ben Schwartz & Friends whenever possible for a few years now. As always, it's a hilarious and great time. Love the new extended format they came in with, and it's always a delight seeing who joins Ben onstage. I've never been disappointed.
Long-form improv comedy - I went into this with no expectations, and was very pleasantly surprised! Ben and friends were hilarious both in the audience interview and actual improv portions. Would happily go see him again.
Ben Schwartz and Friends was non-stop laughs! What a talented group of performers! I’ve loved Ben Schwartz ever since I first saw him in Parks and Rec, so I was thrilled with the chance to see him perform live. Colton Dunn being in the ensemble was an unexpected bonus. 😊 Lauren Lapkis and Drew Tarver definitely brought it as well! I loved how everyone would put callbacks in their bits to earlier parts of the show. Circular comedy always gets me giggling. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to have an amazing escape for the night. A+!!!
It was pins and needles getting there with the impending storm and tornado watches but we made it. They were very cautious and shortened the intermission and the night to 9:45 to get us out ahead of the storm. All in all there were some funny parts and some that fell flat. We still enjoyed the evening and made a good memory together.
Ben Schwartz and Friends was the hardest I’ve ever laughed at anything in my entire life. They are all masters of their craft and it was a pleasure to be able to see them perform.
This is our second time seeing Ben and friends, and it was just awesome. Seriously, plan for your face to hurt by the time you leave because I was cry laughing for about half the show. BEN, COME BACK TO NC EVERY YEAR PLEASE!! (Maybe Greensboro next time?? I have an IN with the Carolina Theatre of Greensboro! HMU!)