Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour Comes to the Carolina Theatre on December 6

DURHAM, NC — May 18, 2026 — Atsuko Okatsuka comes to the Carolina Theatre of Durham on October 16 on the Big Bowl Tour Tour. Tickets are now on sale at the venue’s box office and online at www.carolinatheatre.org. 

Atsuko Okatsuka is an award-winning comedian and actress making waves across the globe with her one-of-a-kind humor, boundless energy and infectious charm. Her highly anticipated second stand-up special, “Father,” recently premiered on Hulu and internationally on Disney+.  

Her previous special, “The Intruder” (HBO), won a Gracie Award for Best Comedy Special. The New York Times called it the “Best Debut Special of 2022,” while Vulture and Variety named it one of the “Best Specials of 2022.”  

Atsuko’s unique style of comedy, blending joy with vulnerability and unforgettable storytelling, captivates audiences worldwide, with her 2024-25 “Full Grown Tour,” selling out more than 200 shows in over 100 cities across more than 20 countries.  

Outside of her stand-up career, Atsuko is making her mark in Hollywood with roles in two films that debuted at the Tribeca Festival: “All That We Love,” directed by Yen Tan, and “Group Therapy,” directed by Neil Berkeley and produced by Hartbeat Productions. She also recently wrapped filming “Outcome” for Apple TV+ alongside Jonah Hill and Keanu Reeves and will make her Pixar debut in the upcoming film “Elio” for Disney. On television, Atsuko has appeared in “History of the World, Part II” (Hulu), “Room 104” (HBO) and “The Show Next Door With Randall Park” (Roku).  

Atsuko Okatsuka is proof that humor has no borders. Whether onstage, online or on screen, her distinctive bowl cut and singular comedic voice continue to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere. 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.carolinatheatre.org. 

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About The Carolina Theatre of Durham: 

Carolina Theatre of Durham is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that manages the city-owned Carolina Theatre at 309 W. Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701. The Carolina Theatre of Durham is dedicated to presenting vibrant, thought-provoking film and live performances that contribute to the cultural and economic vitality of downtown Durham and the Triangle Region. Visit carolinatheatre.org for more information. 

Contact: 
Hanna Mercer
Senior Director of Marketing, Carolina Theatre of Durham
(919) 560-3040 | hanna@carolinatheatre.org