Hacks star Hannah Einbinder is expanding her relationship with Max.
The comedian has set her first stand-up comedy special for the streamer behind the hit show.
Einbinder, aka Ava Daniels on Hacks, will perform in front of a live audience at the El Rey Theatre in L.A. on April 20 with the streamer set to air the special exclusively at a date to be determined in June. (Tickets for the show are already on sale.)
“It has always been my dream to monetize my coping mechanism. Thanks, Max!” Einbinder said.
The news of the special comes ahead of the third season return of Hacks on May 2. Einbinder has earned two Emmy nominations for her co-starring role opposite Jean Smart in the series. As a stand-up, Einbinder previously played festivals and assorted venues around the country. She made her stand-up debut in 2019 on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.
“Like everyone else, we’re blown away by Hannah Einbinder’s performance on Hacks, and we look forward to working with her on her first stand-up special,” said Nina Rosenstein, exec vp HBO programming, late night and specials.
In a statement, Einbinder expressed her appreciation for the opportunity, saying: “It has always been my dream to monetize my coping mechanism. Thanks, Max!”
Nina Rosenstein, EVP, HBO Programming, Late Night & Specials, also commented: “Like everyone else, we’re blown away by Hannah Einbinder’s performance on Hacks, and we look forward to working with her on her first stand-up special.”
In addition to being performed, written, and executive produced by Hannah Einbinder, the special will also be executive produced by Dave Kneebone, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim, and Janel Kranking for Abso Lutely Productions; executive produced by Ethan Stern and David Miner for 3 Arts Entertainment; and directed by Sandy Honig.
Hannah Einbinder stars in “Hacks,” which returns for its third season on May 2. Einbinder’s performance in “Hacks” as Ava Daniels has earned her numerous accolades, including two Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominations for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Einbinder has owned the stage as a stand-up comedian at venues and festivals around the country. She made her late-night stand-up debut on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” in 2019 and was highlighted as one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” in 2021.
