Bert Kreischer — “The Machine” — is one of the biggest draws in standup comedy today, and his Permission to Party Tour rolls into Rochester’s Kodak Center on April 1. Known for his shirtless performances, infectious energy, and a storytelling ability that turns the most absurd life experiences into comedy gold, Kreischer has evolved from the guy Rolling Stone once called “the top partier at the Number 1 Party School in the country” into a genuine arena-level headliner.
His standup specials on Netflix have reached massive audiences, but Kreischer’s real magic happens live. The crowd interaction, the improvised tangents, the way he can hold a room hostage with a single escalating story — it’s a skill set that doesn’t translate fully to a screen. The Permission to Party Tour promises new material alongside the kind of spontaneous moments that make every Bert show unique.
Rochester comedy fans know the Kodak Center delivers for standup, and Kreischer is the kind of performer who feeds off a big room’s energy. This April Fools’ Day show is going to be loud, wild, and thoroughly entertaining. Expect to laugh until it hurts.