Comedy vs Cancer, MSK’s official comedy benefit show for blood cancer research, returns to Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 16! Purchase presale tickets or make a donation to join us in celebrating our 2026 honoree, Erin Junkin.
Comedy vs Cancer host Nick Kroll on stage holding a microphone.

Comedy vs Cancer returns to Jazz at Lincoln Center on Thursday, April 16!  

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Funding blood cancer research 

Founded by Nick Kroll and cancer survivors Niccole Kroll and Jennifer Rogers, Comedy vs Cancer hosts unforgettable events with all-star comedic lineups to benefit MSK.

Comedy vs Cancer supporters
Thank you to our honoree, Carrie Goldberg, and Host Committee for their generous partnership. Meet our supporters and discover how you can accelerate lifesaving blood cancer research at MSK.
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Discover the impact
Comedy vs Cancer has raised more than $7 million to support MSK physician-scientists, who are changing the landscape of blood cancer research.
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Watch show highlights
Comedy vs Cancer has a reputation for selling out Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Event performers have included Tina Fey, Jim Gaffigan, Hasan Minhaj, John Oliver, Sarah Silverman, and more.
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Meet our community

Comedy vs Cancer 2025 Honoree Carrie Goldberg speaking on stage.
The sold-out 2025 show honored Carrie Goldberg and her unwavering commitment to supporting blood cancer research at MSK. Carrie’s dedication to our mission led to a record-breaking $2.55 million raised.
Jennifer Rogers Carlock and Niccole Kroll on stage at Comedy vs Cancer.
Jennifer Rogers and Niccole Kroll met in an MSK waiting room while undergoing treatment for blood cancer in 2007. Their friendship and shared journey led them to start Comedy vs Cancer.
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MSK’s Dr. Kevin Curran on stage at Comedy vs Cancer with his young patient, Eric, and Eric’s sister, Anna.
MSK patient and blood cancer survivor Eric Dong shares a special moment on stage with his sister, Anna, and his MSK oncologist, Dr. Kevin Curran.
From left to right: Niccole Kroll, Nick Kroll, and Jennifer Rogers Carlock in front of a Comedy vs Cancer backdrop.
Founded in 2019 by Niccole Kroll, Nick Kroll, and Jennifer Rogers (pictured left to right), Comedy vs Cancer has raised more than $7 million for blood cancer research at MSK.
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Scarlett James was diagnosed with T cell lymphoblastic lymphoma at 6 years old. After a decade of being cancer-free, she reunited with her former oncologist, Neerav Shukla, MD, onstage at Comedy vs Cancer 2024.
A young girl performing onstage at Comedy vs Cancer 2019
Former MSK patient Audrey Lorenz is the youngest person to ever perform at Comedy vs Cancer. “Laughter is the best medicine, after all,” she says.

Get involved with Comedy vs Cancer

Join us in the fight against blood cancer.
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Make a gift to support Comedy vs Cancer and together we can help outsmart blood cancer.
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Become a sponsor
Send us an email to inquire about Comedy vs Cancer sponsorship opportunities for companies of all sizes.
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The companies propelling blood cancer research

Birds Nest© Foundation
Esquire Bank
K2 Integrity
Kreindler & Kreindler LLP
Netflix
smartwater®
Sony Pictures
Treat House
Twelve NYC

Frequently asked questions

What is Comedy vs Cancer?

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Comedy vs Cancer is Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s (MSK) official comedy benefit show for blood cancer research. The annual event brings people together for a night of hope and humor and raises money for blood cancer research at MSK, one of the top cancer centers in the world. 

What does Comedy vs Cancer fund?

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Comedy vs Cancer supports lifesaving blood cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Learn more.

Who started Comedy vs Cancer?

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Comedy vs Cancer was co-founded by MSK patients and blood cancer survivors Jennifer Rogers and Niccole Kroll, along with comedic actor, writer, and producer Nick Kroll. Read the full story here. 

When is the next Comedy vs Cancer event?

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Comedy vs Cancer returns to Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Visit our event page for more information and get your tickets today! 

Who performs at Comedy vs Cancer?

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Comedy vs Cancer has a reputation for selling out Jazz at Lincoln Center with its all-star lineup! See who's joined us in the past and watch show highlights here.  

How can I support Comedy vs Cancer?

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There are many ways to support Comedy vs Cancer! You can make a donation, purchase tickets to the show, or become a sponsor.

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Comedy vs Cancer
call 800-585-4118
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633 3rd Ave, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10017