Official Second Date Sponsor:
Thursday, March 27
Top of Pelham at One Pelham East
270 Thames Street, Downtown Newport, RI
Hosted by Ace Aceto
In the edgy comedy show Blind Date Interrupted, pre-enrolled participants embark on 20-minute blind dates after meeting for the first time in front of an audience of 100 people. The evening kicks off like a classic comedy night, with the host delivering a quick rapid-fire, side-splitting set guaranteed to leave you in tears.
Then, the real fun begins. The host introduces three blind date couples and sends them to their tables for a whirlwind dating experience.
After a full round of stand-up, the couples return to the spotlight to share how their dates unfolded—often with hilarious, unfiltered reactions. Friends in the audience frequently chime in, adding to the chaos and comedy. The show thrives on these candid moments, where real expectations clash with absurd surprises.
Blind Date Interrupted blends the thrill of speed dating with the sharp wit of stand-up comedy. With raw, unscripted interactions and a razor-sharp host, the show is a riot from start to finish.
And then comes the big reveal! Will each couple agree to a second date? Their decision unfolds live, right in front of the audience.
It’s a laugh-out-loud celebration of the highs, lows, and unpredictable magic of modern dating.
About the host:
Ace Aceto has worked with such comedians as Jim Gaffigan, Jeff Dunham, Jim Breuer, Brian Regan, Kevin Nealon, Jon Stewart, Dom Irrera, and Lewis Black. He has also opened for musical acts such as Huey Lewis & The News, Luther Vandross, and David Cassidy. In 2016, Ace was inducted into the Rhode Island Comedy Hall of Fame, joining the likes of Charlie Hall, Frank O’Donnell, Danny Smith, Tom Cotter, & Al Ducharme.
Top of Pelham at One Pelham East
Thursday, March, 27
Doors 7:00pm • Show 8:00pm
270 Thames Street, Downtown Newport, RI