Cutting Room

Located in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood, The Cutting Room is a storied performance space co-founded in 1999 by actor Chris Noth and Steve Walter. Since relocating to East 32nd Street in 2013, the venue has maintained its reputation as an upscale destination with a distinct rock 'n' roll edge. The room evokes the intimate charm of a 1940s supper club, featuring a signature 18-guitar chandelier and a 46-foot mahogany bar that defines the room’s elegant, vintage aesthetic. While rooted in New York’s music history, the venue is a frequent host for major comedy events, including tapings for Comedy Central and the New York Comedy Festival. Its stage has welcomed a diverse range of talent, from comedy icons like Sandra Bernhard to contemporary performers such as Michael Palascak. For fans, the room provides a warm, professional setting to catch both established legends and the next generation of stand-up stars.