Janelle James
An evening of stand-up comedy from Janelle James, who stars in the scene-stealing role of “Ava Coleman” in the Emmy-nominated ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary. James has earned four Emmy nominations for “Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series,” as well as nomination…
If you know Ava Coleman from Abbott Elementary, you already know Janelle James can hold a room. On Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 8:00 pm, she brings a full evening of stand-up to the Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St. Tickets run $45 to $79, and those prices include all service fees (MPAC’s new all-in pricing, so no surprise charges at checkout). The show is adults only, mature themes and language. James has toured with Chris Rock and Amy Schumer, earned four consecutive Emmy nominations, and has a Netflix comedy special in the pipeline. This one should sell.