Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour at Maxwell M. and Ruth R. Belding Theater

Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner Josh Johnson brings The Flowers Tour to Hartford for two performances. Known for his sharp wit and engaging storytelling, Johnson has been hailed by WIRED as “the funniest guy on the internet” and has amassed nearly 4 million social media followers. He is currently a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy and Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show, where he was also a writer for seven years. His credits include writing and performing on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and starring in the Peacock special Josh Johnson: Up Here Killing Myself, praised for showcasing his natural storytelling talent.

Audiences can expect a performance filled with Johnson’s unfiltered, relatable observations about life, blending humor with personal insight. His extensive body of work includes over 24 hours of stand-up released in the past year alone, with his YouTube channel’s content viewed over 140 million times worldwide.

The shows take place on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7 pm and 9:30 pm at the Maxwell M. and Ruth R. Belding Theater, 166 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut. Each performance runs approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. For tickets and details, visit bushnell.org.