The Rosendale Theater
408 Main StreetGet ready to GASP in delight as the funniest LGBTQ comics take the stage for a night of side-splitting laughs at the third annual Gay Gasp! Returning to the Rosendale Theater, this ain’t your average comedy show, darling—it’s a full-throttle comedy extravaganza with a cast that’s bold, brash, and unapologetically queer.
It’s time to leave your cares at the door and come ready for a night filled with snark, sass, and just the right amount of shade, so grab your friends (and your sequins) and remember that laughter is the best accessory—because honey, nothing is more glamorous than joy.
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Doors open at 7pm with drinks and snacks available from the concession stand at the Rosendale Theatre. The good vibes and beats will be served up for cocktail hour, with the show starting at 8pm.
The show will contain adult themes and is appropriate for audiences 18+
Book ahead and save: General Seating tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door - With No Ticketing Fees.
Meet The Cast For The Gay Gasp 2026
Sheria Mattis | @sheriamattiscomedy
Born and bred in Bed Stuy Brooklyn, Sheria Mattis is an NYC stand up comedian to watch out for. Sheria’s comedy is always unapologetically Black, queer, fun, raunchy, and honest. One of our featured comics at the premiere Gay Gasp in 2024, we’re excited to welcome her back!
Sheria talks about body positivity, fibroids, sexuality, and gentrification in a way that makes any audience come away feeling informed and exhausted from laughter. She has written for Reductress, Netflix is a Joke, Leslie Jones, Fran Drescher, and Abby Terkuhle. She’s been a Standup NBC, and Funny Women Awards semi-finalist, and a Yaass Queer Comedy Festival Finalist.
Jeremy Crittenden | @jcritty
The New York–based comedian, writer, and Broadway alum whose work blends queer storytelling, emotional honesty, and razor-sharp comedy. With TV credits including Star Trek, Jeremy brings theatrical flair and heart to every stage.
Sureni Weerasekera | @sureni
The Sri Lankan-born, San Diego-raised, & New York-based stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. She was recently announced as a performer on 2024 Netflix is a Joke “Introducing…” showcase. She is known for her lighthearted, conversational banter to her ruthless, dark jabs. She has performed at New York Comedy Festival and the San Francisco Sketchfest and recently opened for Hari Kondabolu, Irene Tu, and Ashley Gavin. Sureni has been featured on Amazon Prime and HBO and was recently featured on Don’t Tell Comedy. She is the creator of “Medium Roasts,” a mini-video series about the cafe world, whom she wrote, edited and acted in. She runs a monthly show called Earth Tones at Union Hall in Brooklyn, NY featuring QTBIPOC comics.
Alejandro Morales | @alejandroelgreat
This Chilean-American Ellenville native, began his creative career as the High School Drama Club President and rode his talents all the way to Philadelphia, where he’s been a regular performer at Helium Comedy Club and Punch Line Philly. Alejandro is also the creator and host of the nationally touring rap battle game show Eat Your Beats and self-produced his original web series titled “Sadulous” in 2017. Alejandro served as the emcee for the inaugural Gay Gasp in 2024, and was most recently featured in the 2025 West End Comedy Festival in Atlanta, GA.
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Rosendale Theater
408 Main Street
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