May
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May
30
Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
Need something epic to go bold with? Jim Jefferies' iconic stand-up comedy tour, Son of a Carpenter, is coming to the historic Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania this Saturday, May 30th, 2026.
With multiple award winning tours both locally and around the world, Deedle Deedle Dough has garnered a die-hard cult following by seamlessly weaving together dynamic high energy stand-up with a myriad of unique physical theatre influences. His three netflix specials Intolerant, Freedumb and This Is Me Now have furthered his standing as one of the most real and relatable voices in comedy today by addressing current issues, and topics deemed potentially ‘off-limits’ by many other comedians.
Tickets start at $55 to see comedian Jim Jefferies at the Kirby Center. Jim Jefferies is over the edge . . . without doing a shot of booze. See the comedian in comedy overload.
Everybody can benefit from a night like this one. Jim Jefferies is a opportunity to visit Kirby Center for the Performing Arts on a Saturday night and set aside your cares at the door! You might be in there hearing about someone else's problems, but it's all in the name of good fun. Welcome to the world of comedic storytelling anyway. The lineup for tonight promises to be all over the place. That's what you hope for out of an evening at a comedy show. Enjoy a unique set and approache with Jim Jefferies, the Australian comedian known for his sharp wit and brutally honest storytelling. His Son of a Carpenter tour has been making its way across the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. You may even be breathless from a comedian who works the full spotlight, mannerisms, voices, the whole package to get a laugh. It's a great time to enjoy one of those acts where the performer is just on a stool reflecting on life!
As expected, if you're attending a comedy show, you're going to be expecting to be guffawing pretty much from the moment that they start the show. That's part of the fun with Jim Jefferies for sure. With multiple Netflix specials under his belt including the recent Two Limb Policy (2025) and High & Dry (2023), Jim Jefferies though also has those instances that might leave you reflecting. That's the mark of a good comedian. You deliver a ton of laughs, but in the middle of everything, you might say a thing or two that leaves the audience reflecting maybe long after the night. Jim Jefferies is one of those that could possibly provide a moment like this. If nothing else, ideally the jokes linger in you, and they resurface on a bad day to cheer you up. That might mean you're chuckling at your desk, solo, but definitely better than being sad!
At a comedy night like the one Jim Jefferies offers, there are some things you gotta remember. Sitting right by the stage might make you fair game for the comedians who are up there. A lot of folks enjoy being a part of the show, even if they're the punchline. On the other hand, that might not work for certain attendees. Make sure you know which camp you fall on. Finding a seat in the center of Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, the historic Art Deco jewel in downtown Wilkes-Barre, can also give that "command" of the whole performance you might be looking for! With 1,832 seats and a reputation for not having a bad seat in the house, you'll have a great view wherever you sit.
If you are eager to be a part of this lively show, all you have to do is hit that "Buy Tickets" link as soon as possible! Seats are available now for as little as $55.
Please see below the Kirby Center for the Performing Arts seating chart for the Jim Jefferies event on 30 May 2026. The ticket price will vary depending on the seating section. Compare different sections to find the cheapest Jim Jefferies tickets. For accessible seating please contact Kirby Center for the Performing Arts directly.
Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, , US