Wednesday, September 18, 2024–11:38 a.m.
-News Release-
Comedy sensation Leanne Morgan is on a meteoric rise with her wildly successful national headlining tour, Just Getting Started. Following the massive success of her critically acclaimed Netflix special, I’m Every Woman, Morgan has been performing to sold-out audiences in over 100 theaters and arenas across the country. In major markets, she’s consistently adding second, third, and even fifth shows to meet overwhelming demand.
Due to popular demand, Morgan is extending her 2024 tour into 2025, with new stops planned across the U.S. and additional opportunities for fans to experience her celebrated live show.
This new leg of the tour will bring Morgan to cities across Nevada, California, Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Michigan and Florida. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 20 at 10 AM local time, with an exclusive presale beginning Thursday, September 18 at 10 am local time (code: LEANNE) via FORUMRIVERCENTER.COM
Morgan’s humor resonates across generations, genders, and backgrounds, offering a fresh reprieve from the entertainment landscape that often prioritizes youth over substance. Her comedy is a celebration of life’s richness at every stage, showcasing the wisdom and wit that come with age.
Her Netflix special, Leanne Morgan: I’m Every Woman, reached the Top 10 and is one of the highest-rated comedy specials of the year. This tremendous success has earned Morgan accolades, including being named one of Variety’s “Top 10 Comics to Watch for 2023” and a spot on Forbes’ prestigious “50 Over 50” list. Her widespread appeal has also led to appearances on The Today Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, PBS NewsHour, and Sherri, and featured in outlets such as The Washington Post, People Magazine, NPR Fresh Air, Christianity Today, AARP, Forbes Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal.
Adding to her impressive list of accomplishments, Morgan was personally selected by legendary TV producer Chuck Lorre to star in a new sitcom inspired by her stand-up comedy. She will also make her feature film debut alongside Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell in the highly anticipated comedy “You’re Cordially Invited”, set to premiere in January 2025. In addition, her eagerly awaited memoir, “What in the World?”, published by Random House/Convergent, will hit shelves on September 24.
Morgan is represented by Levity Talent and UTA.
LEANNE MORGAN: JUST GETTING STARTED 2024-2025 TOUR DATES
September 13, 2024 Appleton, WI Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
September 14, 2024 Milwaukee, WI The Riverside Theater
October 5, 2024 Lexington, KY Rupp Arena
November 2, 2024 San Jose, CA San Jose Civic
November 16, 2024 Thousand Oaks, CA Fred Kavli Theatre (2 shows)
November 30, 2024 Fishers, IN Fishers Event Center
January 18, 2025 Reno, NV Grand Sierra Resort and Casino – The Grand Theatre
January 25, 2025 Coachella, CA Spotlight 29 Casino – Spotlight Showroom
March 1, 2025 Fresno, CA Saroyan Theatre
March 15, 2025 Bakersfield, CA Mechanics Bank Theater
March 29, 2025 Oakland, CA Paramount Theatre
April 12, 2025 Phoenix, AZ Celebrity Theatre
April 25, 2025 Rome, GA Forum River Center
April 26, 2025 Asheville, NC ExploreAsheville.com Arena
May 2, 2025 Philadelphia, PA Miller Theater
May 3, 2025 Boston, MA Boch Center Wang Theatre
May 16, 2025 Saginaw, MI Dow Events Center Theater
June 6, 2025 Sarasota, FL Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
June 7, 2025 Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Center for the Performing Arts
June 13, 2025 Fort Myers, FL Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
June 14, 2025 Orlando, FL Addition Financial Arena
ABOUT LEANNE MORGAN
Leanne Morgan rose to prominence with her debut Netflix special “I’m Every Woman,” showcasing her relatable humor and Southern charm. With a career spanning 25 years, she has built a devoted following that continues to grow.
During the first six months of her “Just Getting Started” tour, Morgan sold over 100,000 tickets at prestigious venues such as the Chicago Theatre and Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium in her native Tennessee. Her transition from intimate comedy clubs to larger arenas came after the resounding success of her special, affirming her status as a comedic powerhouse.
Hailing from rural Tennessee, Morgan’s comedic style resonates with audiences of all backgrounds, as she effortlessly weaves humorous anecdotes about family and everyday life. Her ability to find humor in the mundane has endeared her to fans across the globe.
In a significant career milestone, Morgan fulfilled a lifelong dream of starring in her own sitcom alongside acclaimed producer Chuck Lorre for Netflix, a collaboration that further solidified her place in the entertainment industry.
Recognized as one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics to Watch for 2023, Morgan continues to expand her horizons, with an upcoming role in the Amazon Prime feature “You’re Cordially Invited,” where she’ll share the screen with Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon.
Despite her busy schedule, Morgan remains grounded, cherishing precious moments with her husband, three children, grandbabies, and beloved beagle in Knoxville, Tennessee. Her forthcoming book, “What in the World?,” set to be published by Random House/Convergent in September 2024, promises to offer fans more of her trademark humor and warmth.
For more information on Leanne Morgan visit: leannemorgan.com
