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Comedy Show
Rising artist

René Vaca

At New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)

Central Ward, Newark

VIP ticket gets you a post-show meet & greet
Arrive early for ADA seating — staff escorts you personally
Pre-pay for parking across the street, easy access

René Vaca turned dropping out of college into selling out theaters. The San Fernando Valley kid brings sharp observational humor and unexpected punchlines to NJPAC, with stories that hit close to home whether you grew up in the 818 or not.

What are you into?

  • Rising comedy star
  • Netflix-featured comedian
  • Intimate theater setting
  • Authentic storytelling
  • New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
  • Central Ward
  • Newark

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