Stand-Up Science Presents: Volcano

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?

In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.

Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.

Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 8 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has diffused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller's debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.

This show is recommended for ages 18+.

04/10/2025 7:00 PM

Door Time: 6:00 PM

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Tickets: $20

  • These shows are 18+. Valid ID is required.
  • Seats only guaranteed until 15 minutes after showtime. Ticket price is more expensive at the door (if any remain).
  • General Admission is first come, first serve for seating location.
  • Shows generally last 75-90 minutes.
  • We have a strict one warning and out for breaking rules in show room (heckling, cell phone usage, disrupting the show, etc).
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  • Our tables seat 2-4 people, so purchasing 4 tickets is the only way to ensure a table to yourself.
  • ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds or exchanges. In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund for this ticket may be issued at the option of the management.
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Show/Doors Times, Doors 45 minutes before show time below are some examples and not necessarily show times for event.

  • 6:00 PM Show/5:15 PM Doors
  • 7:00 PM Show/6:15 PM Doors
  • 8:00 PM Show/7:15 PM Doors
  • 9:30 PM Show/8:45 PM Doors

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?

In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.

Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.

Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 8 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has diffused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller's debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.

This show is recommended for ages 18+.