BATSU! NYC tickets
About BATSU! NYC
Comedy meets competition in BATSU! NYC. Set in an East Village comedy club, the singular Off-Broadway experience BATSU! NYC sees four skilled comedians competing in various challenges to avoid (light) punishments as hilarious as the games themselves. Think speakeasy meets extreme game show: sip sake and enjoy fine Japanese cuisine while comedians vie for the supreme honor of not being humiliated by bizarre, funny punishments.
Thrillist calls BATSU! NYC “hilarious, strange, and kind of sick,” so this is certainly a one-of-a-kind experience great for all kinds of audiences, both those who might not be familiar with the comedy scene and want something unique and those who often see comedy but want to see the medium explored in a fresh way. The event is an “East Village sensation” (Asian Fusion), and — given the strange punishments for comedians missing the mark — this is the kind of show where the performers “are not missing around” (The Village Voice).
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"If you're lucky enough to live in a city where BATSU is playing, we only have one piece of advice: Go see BATSU!"
"This is truly our favorite thing we’ve ever seen, anywhere." -Playbill
Run time
2hr.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 21+.
Start date
January 10th, 2011
More information about BATSU! NYC
BATSU! NYC is where comedy, game shows, and experimental theatre intersect. The title comes from a style of Japanese comedy known as "batsu games" (罰ゲーム), in which comedians participate in different competitions. The gag? The winner doesn’t only earn pride; they also stave off hilarious punishments. Losing players endure comical punishments, including electric shocks, paintballs, and — of course — a giant egg-smashing chicken. But don’t worry: it’s all in good fun!
If you are looking for a special night out, BATSU! NYC offers a memorable evening for audiences of all ages. The show blends improv with game show strategy and is an immersive comedy and dining experience — and the food is as delicious as the humor! As a quartet of comedians vies in hilarious competition, at the end of the two-hour event, only one winner will be crowned, culminating the night with the honor of striking the “Gong of Punishment.”
What to Watch For
BATSU! NYC celebrates AAPI/Asian artists. Honoring a Japanese game culture, BATSU! NYC promotes international fellowship by bringing an Asian art form to New York to diversify and enrich its dynamic comedy scene. Even when the comedians endure funny punishments, know it’s all in the name of inclusivity and belonging!
- The show embraces a "yokocho" (横丁・横町) energy. In Japan, a "yokocho" is an alleyway packed with restaurants, shops, and dive bars tucked off the main street in a bustling area. BATSU! NYC, then, offers speakeasy energy to audiences hungry for an off-the-beaten-path experience.
- Seeing a batsu show means entering a spellbinding world. Unlike at other performances where an usher greets you at the door and tears your ticket, BATSU! NYC offers something new. Patrons will go through the door marked only with a lantern before entering an assuming sushi shop. This is just the start of your journey: after walking through a Kogame kitchen, you’ll find your way to the show.
- You can always elevate the experience. With a VIP ticket, you’ll get the best seats in the house and be greeted by a hostess (donning an authentic Japanese kimono). You’ll have access to a warm "oshibori" (towel) to freshen up before the meal, plus a BATSU! NYC-branded headband, or "hachimaki," which were historically worn by warriors.
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of BATSU! NYC?
BATSU! NYC runs for 2hr.
Which theatre is BATSU! NYC at?
BATSU! NYC is at New York's Kogame, which is located at 67 First Avenue, Entrance on East 4th Street, New York, 10003.
What is the age recommendation for BATSU! NYC?
Ages 21+.
How do you get tickets for BATSU! NYC?
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Is BATSU! NYC playing on Broadway or Off-Broadway?
BATSU! NYC is playing Off Broadway.