Comedy

#NASTYWOMEN: A Female Resistance Comedy Series

#NastyWomen is an ongoing comedy series curated and presented by the 14Y Theater.

Inspired by community interest to use comedy as a tool to both unite and resist, #NastyWomen debuted on January 18, 2018, just a few days ahead of the millions-strong Women’s March. Our shows have been fueled by the #MeToo and Time’s Up Movements, as well as the recognition that feminism must be inter-sectional; we will march hand in hand with our trans and non-binary community members. We are always striving to generate a forum that empowers all with laughter, camaraderie, and activism.

Past performers have included Jena Friedman, Gina Yashere, Janelle James, Emmy Blotnick, Dulcé Sloan, Marcia Belsky, Catherine Cohen, Ziwe Fumudoh, Maria Shewata, Becca Blackwell, Daphne Always, Liz Miele, Briana Sakamoto, Jes Tom, Sasheer Zamata, Aparna Nancherla, Marina Franklin, Emma Willmann, Anna Drezen, Abbi Gezunt, Danielle Dardashti, Sasha Eden, Ivy Eisenberg, Luz Michelle, and Rachel Sklar.

Previous #NastyWomen Shows:

#NastyWomen: Bat Mitzvah Mania
Monday, November 7, 2022

It’s was a party! From braces and side ponytails to leg warmers and 80s dance moves, celebrated #NastyWomen turning 13!

Our epic Bat Mitzvah, hosted by the hilarious Abbi Gezunt, featured performers Danielle Dardashti, Sasha Eden, Ivy Eisenberg, Luz Michelle, and Rachel Sklar, who took us down memory lane to that most awkward of times: their own Bat Mitzvah!

#NastyWomen: Newest Variation
May 9, 2022

Guest Host and East Village Legend Heather Litteer was joined by Comedians Cailtin Peluffo, Jill Pangallo, and Kendra Cunningham, and Comedian/Musician Jessica Delfino for a night of laughter, ladies and libations.

#NastyWomen: New Variant
February 22, 2022

Thanks to everyone who joined us on the auspicious 2-22-22 for the 11th show in the series to celebrate boosters, broads, and potential bibacity.

Our intrepid host Amanda Duarte led a powerhouse group of comics who kept us all laughing at time when we need it most. The evening featured Subhah Agarwal, Marie Faustin, Dr. Magdalena (Maggie) Filardo , and Lucy Wainwright Roche, plus surprise guest Jena Friedman!

#NastyWomen Returns
November 22, 2021

Thank you for those who joined us for the return of #NastyWomen, which featured some familiar faces, some new faces, and as usual—woke resistance comedy. Our intrepid host Amanda Duarte lead a powerhouse group of comics who kept us all laughing at time when we need it most. The evening will feature Ariel Elias, Jordan Jensen, Liz Miele, and The Ivankas!

#NastyWomen in partnership with Future Now Fund
January 27, 2020

As we began 2020, we were cognizant of what this year meant for our country, democracy and for women. We were excited to partner with Future Now Fund whose work centers on reminding us of the value and importance of state legislatures in creating laws that directly serve and protect American citizens. What could be more inspiring than recognizing you can have a lasting impact on an entire state for a fraction of the cost of a single senate campaign?! We united around the opportunity to make lives better and stronger—and let’s not forget to keep laughing along the way!

This evening featured Shalewa Sharpe, Blythe Roberson, Leah Bonnema, and Fareeha Khan.

#NastyWomen: Season 2 Finale
May 20, 2019

The Season 2 Finale of #NastyWomen featured some familiar faces, some new faces, and as usual—woke resistance comedy. Our intrepid host Amanda Duarte led a powerhouse group of comics who kept us all laughing at time when we need it most. The evening featured Becca Blackwell, Emmy Blotnick, Brittany Carney, and Tessa Skara. Ars Poetica also joined us!

#NastyWomen +
April 15, 2019

#NastyWomen+ featured underrepresented genders and empower those marginalized within the spectrum of she and they identity. Our intrepid host Amanda Duarte led a powerhouse group of comics who kept us all laughing at time when we needed it most. The evening featured Becca Blackwell, Daphne Always, Briana Sakamoto and Jes Tom.

#marginalizedgenders #underrepresentedgenders #genderequity #intersectionalfeminism #dismantlepatriarchy

#NastyWomen + InKind Space
January 28, 2019

#NastyWomen and InKind Space partnered for an uproarious night of comedy featuring fierce female comics and storytellers. While empowering women impacted by breast cancer, we celebrated the healing power of laughter and community.

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#NastyWomen
November 12, 2018

Amanda Duarte hosted this hilarious evening of political comedy that featured four ferocious female voices: Iris Bahr Fan Page, Marcia Belsky, Mitra Jouhari, and Dulcé Sloan.

#NastyWomen 
June 4, 2018

In partnership with Jewish Plays Project, comedy met theater in the third #NastyWomen Show. The all-female ensemble of stand-up comedians were joined by a special comedic theater performance.

Amanda Duarte hosted this hilarious evening of political comedy that featured three ferocious female voices: Anna Drezen, Gina Yashere, and Maria Shehata