Fans of Sebastian Maniscalco have been waiting for the stand-up comedian to return to the New York area and in September, they're finally getting their wish. The comic has been doing stand-up for almost 24 years, starting his career with open mic nights in 1998.

The Chicago-born Maniscalco, the son of Italian immigrants, has released a total of five comedy specials. He also had supporting acting roles in Peter Farrelly's comedy-drama ''Green Book'' playing Johnny Venere and ''The Irishman'', where he played mobster Joe ''Crazy Joe'' Gallo, the film was directed and produced by Martin Scorsese.