Billy Gardell at Ridgefield Playhouse

Actor and comedian Billy Gardell will take the stage at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, August 1 at 8:00 pm. Known for his starring role on the CBS series Bob Hearts Abishola, Gardell brings his signature humor and relatable storytelling to Connecticut for a night of stand-up comedy.

Gardell’s career includes starring roles on CBS’s Mike & Molly, where he played Officer Mike Biggs, and memorable appearances in Young Sheldon, Sun Records, and films like Bad Santa and You, Me & Dupree. A Pittsburgh native with a strong stage presence and a working-class charm, Gardell’s comedy draws on real-life experiences—ranging from his tough childhood to fatherhood and marriage—with warmth and wit.

In addition to his television and film work, Gardell is an accomplished stand-up comedian with several specials under his belt, including Billy Gardell: Halftime on Comedy Central and Billy Gardell Presents Road Dogs on Showtime.

The Ridgefield Playhouse is located at 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut. For ticket information and availability, visit ridgefieldplayhouse.org or call the box office at (203) 438-5795.