Comedian Alison Zeidman Tackles Death and Dying in New Show

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Comedian Alison Zeidman is using her dark sense of humor to address the difficult topics of death and end-of-life planning in her new show 'Ready to Die? A Comedy Show About Dead Parents & DIY End-of-Life Planning.' The show, which will be performed at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia, aims to demystify these sensitive subjects through stand-up comedy and a hands-on workshop.

Why it matters

Death and dying are universal experiences that many people struggle to discuss openly, despite the practical and emotional importance of preparing for the inevitable. Zeidman's show seeks to provide a cathartic and educational platform to have these difficult conversations, empowering audience members to take control of their own end-of-life planning.

The details

Zeidman's show was inspired by her own experiences losing both of her parents at a young age. She was 26 when her father passed away at 55, and then had to help care for her mother who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. Zeidman found that she and her family were emotionally and logistically unprepared to handle these losses. The show will feature Zeidman's stand-up comedy as well as a DIY end-of-life planning workshop, covering topics like healthcare proxies, wills, and powers of attorney.

• Zeidman's father passed away when she was 26 years old.
• Zeidman's mother was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's shortly after her father's death.
• The show 'Ready to Die?' was originally scheduled for February 2026 but was postponed due to Zeidman's mother-in-law passing away unexpectedly around that time.
• The show will now premiere on April 4, 2026 at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia.

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What’s next

Tickets for 'Ready to Die? A Comedy Show About Dead Parents & DIY End-of-Life Planning' are on sale now for the April 4, 2026 performance at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia.