Don’t Tell Seth!
An Evening with the Seth Meyers Writers
Theater Lab
Don’t Tell Seth! is a variety show featuring members of the writing staff of Late Night with Seth Meyers. Unshackled from the confines of network censors and what Seth thinks is “appropriate” for his show, they are finally free to let loose!
From the writing desks of late night, catch John Lutz, Peter Grosz, Matt Goldich, Jenny Hagel, Jeff Wright, Allison Hord, Ben Warheit, and Ian Morgan at the Kennedy Center.
Recommended for mature audiences
Jun. 14 - 15, 2024
Genre
Comedy
Price Range
$35.00 – $45.00
Runtime
80 minutes
Don’t Tell Seth! is a variety show featuring members of the writing staff of Late Night with Seth Meyers. Not only are they professional comedy writers, many of them are also accomplished performers. Unshackled from the confines of network censors and what Seth thinks is “appropriate” for his show, they are finally free to let loose. John Lutz (30 Rock) and Peter Grosz (Veep) host a night of live comedy including stand-up, sketches, improvisation, pre-taped videos, and audience interactive pieces. Come join us for a fun evening, but whatever you do, don’t tell Seth!
From the writing desks of late night, also catch Matt Goldich, Jenny Hagel, Jeff Wright, Allison Hord, Ben Warheit, and Ian Morgan at the Kennedy Center.
Please note: Casting subject to change without notice.
Casting subject to change without notice.
Host
Peter Grosz
Peter Grosz began his theatrical and improv training in Chicago where wrote and performed in four review on The Second City’s ETC stage. Films include The Menu, Stranger Than Fiction, Rough Night, Things Heard & Seen, and Here Today. TV credits include a recurring role as Sidney Purcell on Veep, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Fleishman Is In Trouble, White House Plumbers, Search Party, and Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Host
John Lutz
John Lutz has been acting, improvising and writing for over 30 years. You may know him best as Lutz from 30 Rock. Other screen appearances include: Loot, Chicago Med, The Good Wife, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
Matt Goldich
Matt Goldich is a longtime writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers. He has also performed stand-up multiple times on Late Night and appeared in numerous sketches on the show as well. His debut stand-up special No Questions Asked was recently released on YouTube.
Jenny Hagel
Jenny Hagel is an Emmy–nominated TV writer and comedy performer in New York City. She is a writer/performer on Late Night with Seth Meyers, where she created the recurring segment “Jokes Seth Can’t Tell.” Jenny also served as a Head Writer/Executive Producer of The Amber Ruffin Show (Peacock).
Ally Hord
Ally Hord is an Emmy– and WGA Award–nominated writer and performer for NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers. In addition, she was also a writer for the 2018 and 2019 Golden Globe Awards. Her producing credits include NBC’s Red Nose Day, as well as comedian Al Madrigal’s special for the Fusion Network, Half Like Me.
Ian Morgan
Ian Morgan is an Emmy– and WGA Award–nominated writer and comedian based in New York City. Ian was a staff writer and performer for NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers and Peacock’s The Amber Ruffin Show. In addition, he also wrote for the 2018 Golden Globes.
Ben Warheit
Ben Warheit is an actor/writer/creator based in NYC. He is a writer on Late Night with Seth Meyers, where he also performs characters such as Seth’s nephew “Derrick.”
Jeff Wright
Jeff Wright (@JeffWrightnow) is a comedian, actor, and writer originally from Orlando, FL. He is currently a WGA Award–nominated writer and performer for NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers.
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