There was no shortage of laughs at this month’s Netflix Is A Joke festival, but after all the hottest comedy shows wrapped, the only place to really celebrate was at the return of Beacher’s Madhouse.
Showman supreme Jeff Beacher was in top form as he entertained a slew of A-listers at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel’s theater for a sold-out, exclusive three-night run last weekend.
The masterfully theatrical event shut down the valet line outside of the Hollywood Boulevard hotspot, as four giant lights beamed large B’s in the air — a signal to all that Beacher had been summoned.
For three nights in a row, lines wrapped around the block as the most talented and influential stars flocked to the theater to witness a truly decadent display, which included refreshingly bawdy, back-to-back performances, as well as classically wholesome theatrics, and a heartfelt tribute to the Madhouse’s place in Hollywood history.
There was no shortage of laughs at this month’s Netflix Is A Joke festival, but after all the hottest comedy shows wrapped, the only place to really celebrate was at the return of Beacher’s Madhouse
Showman supreme Jeff Beacher was in top form as he entertained a slew of A-listers at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel’s theater for a sold-out, exclusive three-night run last weekend
The masterfully theatrical event shut down the valet line outside of the Hollywood Boulevard hotspot, as four giant lights beamed large B’s in the air — a signal to all that Beacher had been summoned including pal Kelly Osbourne
Beacher is seen on stage with Kelly and Jeff Ross
The man of the hour was flanked by heiress sisters Paris Hilton (left) and Nicky Hilton
Thursday’s opening night was a celebration of friendship and innovation as Jeff began by giving celebrity icons and dear friends Paris Hilton, Nicky Hilton, Jeff Ross and Kelly Osbourne special awards for their unwavering support.
Establishing the new tradition of Beacher’s Honors, Paris and Nicky received Pop Culture Icon while Kelly earned Creative Director and Ross was dubbed the Greatest Roaster of All Time.
This was the inaugural set of awards for the iconic team of people who have supported and helped Beacher’s theatrical wonderland come to life for decades now.
All three go way back with Beacher to the first days of the Madhouse, when it was every LA It Girl’s favorite spectacle and before that, the creme of NYC nightlife.
Beacher’s award to Jeff Ross didn’t stop the ‘Roastmaster General’ from ruthlessly – and hilariously – mocking his best friend.
As Beacher rambled through his opening, Ross brutally heckled him. Still, he gave his pal the credit he rightfully deserves, telling everyone, ‘I may be the Roastmaster General but my buddy is the ringleader of the greatest circus on earth.’
Ross was on fire, having produced three electric shows during Netflix is a Joke: The Greatest Roast Of All Time: Tom Brady, his solo show Take A Banana For The Ride and the Roast Battle: A Decade Of Destruction Birthday Tournament With Special Guest Judges Jeff Ross & Nikki Glaser.
On Friday, comedic king Kevin Hart followed his sold-out show at the Hollywood Bowl with a night at the Madhouse along with his wife Eniko Hart and his stylish team of friends and colleagues, sipping on his own Gran Coramino tequila.
Blending comedy, cabaret, burlesque and vaudeville for a mix of G-rated to ultra-spicy fun, each evening’s performances ranged from celebrity look-alikes to a wacky contortionist, a mysterious illusionist, a duet from mini Alicia Keys and Usher, sensual crossbow stunts, and a team of 20 talented and charming little person entertainers whose authenticity, fearlessness and joy was contagious.
Kevin Hart was another one of the many stars in attendance
Khloe Kardashian and pals Malika and Khadijah Haqq hung out with birthday boy Cam Fordham
Demi Lovato and fiance Jutes were every bit the handsome couple as they matched in black
Blending comedy, cabaret, burlesque and vaudeville for a mix of G-rated to ultra-spicy fun, each evening’s performances ranged from celebrity look-alikes to a wacky contortionist, a mysterious illusionist, a duet from mini Alicia Keys and Usher, and sensual crossbow stunts
There was even a team of 20 talented and charming little person entertainers whose authenticity, fearlessness and joy was contagious
Rebel Wilson and fiancee Ramona Agruma posed up with Beacher
Rita Ora and fiance Taika Waititi cuddled up for a cute snap
During the grand finale on Saturday, Beacher’s close friend Cam Fordham celebrated his 33rd birthday in the finest fashion with all his friends.
The co-founder of top entertainment marketing company Get Engaged was pulled on stage by Wiz Khalifa, who performed top hits Black and Yellow, The Thrill, Young, Wild & Free and more while handing out some smokeables to an eager crowd. Wiz also lead the crowd in chants of “Happy Birthday, Cam,” making sure everyone gave love to the birthday boy.
There were also some somber moments, as people took time to pay homage to the lat, great Donny Davis. Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kathy Hilton asked Jeff to pay tribute to her dear friend, who passed away in February 2022. She got her wish when cardboard cuts of Donny dressed in priest garb began floating around the room.
There to be entertained was a truly encyclopedic list of stars. Paris and Nicky were joined by their entire family, with mom Kathy and entrepreneur brother Barron Hilton at their sides.
Khloe Kardashian and pals Malika and Khadijah Haqq hung out with birthday boy Cam Fordham, who also caught some photos with the one-and-only Tommy Lee and wife Brittany Furlan.
Beacher’s longtime friend Demi Lovato and fiance Jutes made a rare appearance out on the town, since she wasn’t missing a chance to support the showman, who hosted her 18th birthday at the Madhouse theater.
There were also rare outings from low-key stars like Tobey Maguire, Rebel Wilson and fiancee Ramona Agruma, Ashley Benson and Lucy Hale.
Ready to live it up were Victoria Justice, Vas Morgan, James Marsden, Madison Grace Reed, Nikia Lee, along with Tyga, Ty Dolla Sign, Shanina Shaik, Hannah Stocking, Karrueche Tran, Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers and Marshmello.
Couples like Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin, as well as Rita Ora and Oscar-winner husband Taika Waititi did date night at the Madhouse.
Though there was a star-studded crowd all eyes were on the Showman Beacher
One of the talents showed off her acrobatic abilities
Kelly posed up with babydaddy SId Wilson
Birthday boy Cam is seen on stage with rapper Wiz Khalifa and Beacher
One of the performers levitated
It truly was an epic weekend of shows
Beacher had the full attention of the crowd
The Hilton sisters posed with a Michael Jackson impersonator
Birthday boy cam posed with Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee
The crowd was titillate by a burlesque show
Business tycoon and Shark Tank star Daymond John (left) seemed to have a blast
A performer is seen with a violin
Tyga was seen hanging out with pal and Cher’s boyfriend Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards
Comedian Andrew Shulz (center) was one of the performers
Karruche Tran put on a leggy display in an oversized blue shirt
It certainly appeared to be the party of the year
Andrew Shulz seemed to be having a blast
Victoria Justice is seen snapping a selfie
There were rare outings from low-key stars like Tobey Maguire, Rebel Wilson and fiancee Ramona Agruma, Ashley Benson and Lucy Hale, who made sure not to miss the experience.
Business tycoons and industry insiders like Scooter Braun, Cade Hudson, Daymond John, and Scott Sartiano were also there to enjoy things along with Netflix’s Vice President of Standup and Comedy Formats Robbie Praw and funnyman Andrew Schulz, on the heels of his sold-out show at the Crypto.com Arena.
Ryan Garcia, Snow, Soleil Moon Frye, Mr. Brainwash, Theo Von, Evan Ross, Ashley Greene, Blake Griffin, Chandler Parsons, Joel David Moore, Joel David Moore and Omar Miller were also among the guests.
Unfortunately, not even all the A-listers could get in. The theatre and hotel hit capacity each night and people had to get turned away at the doors.
While the return of the Madhouse was a one-weekend affair, people left begging to know when the Roosevelt would be having Beacher back for some more outlandish fun. The atmosphere seemed like a breath of fresh air for stars, who were ready to be freed by some light, silly and unrestrained joy.
Beacher is seen flanked by power couple Rita and Taika
Kelly Osbourne looked stunning in a white number
Victoria Justice certainly had heads turning in a 𝑠e𝑥y metallic silver checkerboard ensemble
Former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay looked stunning in black
Ashley Green posed up in a 𝑠e𝑥y black number
Comedian-turned-mogul Kevin Hart donned a monochrome look
Recently retired NBA superstar Blake Griffin rocked a yellow Budweiser trucker cap
Rebel Wilson looked casual cool
New Girl star Lamorne Morris donned a checked blue jacket
Evan Ross donned a red button down and black jeans
Champion boxer Ryan Garcia put his arm around Beacher
Foodgod and Kim Kardashian’s BFF Jonathan Cheban was there
Beacher posed with Full House alum John Stamos
Though not everyone had the privilege of attending, the evening was captured on film for the highly-anticipated upcoming retrospective documentary on Beacher’s rise, fall and reincarnation.
With several award-winning filmmakers eyeing the project, the documentary will follow the showman from his early days after losing his adoptive parents and finding community in New York’s entertainment world before turning his sights on Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
As Beacher told DailyMail.com about the project: ‘Film festivals won’t be able to resist this story, and everywhere it screens will be treated to a special theatrical performance fit for that city.’
All high profile events have an after-hours to be seen at, and as the Vanity Fair after-party is the the Oscars, Beacher’s experiential theater event was the only place to go after Netflix is a Joke’s most high-profile, sold-out shows. As seen, comedy greats Jeff Ross, Kevin Hart and Andrew Schulz all followed their hit performance with a night at the Madhouse.
Rumor has it, the fun isn’t over yet. While the excess of the Madhouse itself won’t be back in the near-future, there are whispers Beacher has something new and exciting slated for later this year. His next exclusive, VIP-only bash will reportedly be a chic black tie, Great Gatsby-meets-Eyes Wide Shut theatrical experience to rival all other affairs.