Vir Das Plans First Indian Comedy Residency Lincoln Center New York

Vir Das, the Emmy Award-winning Indian comedian, is set to become the first Indian artist to headline a residency at New York's iconic Lincoln Center Theater with his show 'Hey Stranger,' running from October 29 to November 9, 2025. Directed by Tony Award-nominated Moritz von Stuelpnagel and produced by Seaview, the residency marks a historic moment for Indian comedy on American stages and highlights Das's ambition to connect audiences through humor that transcends cultural divides. Das views this opportunity as both a dream and a responsibility, following in the footsteps of Indian legends like Ravi Shankar, Zakir Hussain, and M.S. Subbulakshmi, who have performed at the venue. 'Hey Stranger' is described as a meditation on shared human experiences, inspired by Das’s global touring and the idea that strangers often impact our lives profoundly. The residency is part of LCT3 and Seaview's Comedy Series, with tickets going on sale in early September 2025. Das considers this a significant challenge in his career, aiming to elevate Indian comedy to a global standard on a prestigious Broadway stage.