“Impractical Jokers” Kick off Grand Opening of Coney Island Amphitheater

This is no April Fools joke! According to Live Nation the stars of truTV’s hit television series Impractical Jokers, and New York natives, The Tenderloins will kick off the Grand Opening Celebration of the historic new venue on Friday July 1. The Tenderloins will perform at The Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk as part of their “Santiago Sent Us” tour. The tour will see the troupe – Sal Vulcano, Joe Gatto, James “Murr” Murray and Brian “Q” Quinn – performing a new batch of their special blend of comedy, hi-jinx, and never-before-seen videos on stage.

Additional artists just announced to play the inaugural summer are 311 with Matisyahu on Saturday, July 16 and Deftones with special guest Refused on Friday, August 5. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 1 at 10am though www.ticketmaster.com.

The Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk is a 5,000 seat covered open air venue, the first of its kind in the tri state area, and will host a variety of concerts, family, shows, sports, comedy & multicultural events and become the new permanent home of the free Seaside Summer Concert Series. The Amphitheater is developed by iStar, in partnership with Coney Island USA serves as a key part of the City’s larger commitment to investing in and revitalizing Coney Island community.

Additional shows to be announced in the coming weeks. For up to the date show announcements please follow @LiveNationNYC