Sebastian Maniscalco Sells Out 5 Straight At MSG

Sebastian Maniscalco Lights the Empire State Building to Kick Off MSG Shows in Partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation — Sebastian Maniscalco lights the Empire State Building to kick off MSG shows in partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation at the Empire State Building on September 18, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust)

Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco set four records during his run of five sellouts at New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden Sept. 18-22 as part of his “It Ain’t Right” tour, the arena announced.

Maniscalco holds the MSG record for most consecutive performances by a comedian with five and most lifetime performances by a comedian with 10. In addition, his most recent run set the record for most tickets for a comedian as part of one tour with 91,336 and highest gross as part of one tour with $10.7 million.

In celebration. Jerry Seinfeld opened for his friend Maniscalco. Maniscalco was also given the honor of lighting the Empire State Building.

Maniscalco has performed 33 headlining shows at MSG Entertainment’s venues, starting with The Chicago Theatre in 2015. He has performed at The Beacon Theatre and Radio City Music Hall, as well.

Maniscalco’s agent is UTA partner and head of comedy touring Nick Nuciforo.