These three Black-owned entertainment companies are coming together to produce “Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam.”

Shaquille O’Neal’s icon Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam returns to NBA All-Star Weekend through a unique partnership and historic collaboration between three Black-owned entertainment companies – The Black Promoters Collective, ONeals Jersey Legends Productions and Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat.

The event, first held in 2009 as a collaboration between O’Neal and Hartbeat President Jeff Clanagan, is scheduled to take place on February 14, 2025 at the Paramount Theater in Oakland.

Hosted by Bill Bellamy, the line-up includes Gary Owen, DC Young Fly, Michael Blackson, Cocoa Brown and Lewis Belt, with musical sets from DJ Spinderella.

Here is an official summary of the event:

Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam is known for being the national stage for comedy’s most successful stars and up-and-coming comedians. The event offers unforgettable, high-energy comedy shows across the country and has become a popular experience for comedy lovers. Audiences can expect an evening of raw, unfiltered laughter as these veteran comedians light up the stage with their unique humor.

O’Neal said in a statement: “The Shaqs All-Star Comedy Jam The brand has established itself as a must-attend event on both All-Star Weekend and Super Bowl Weekend over the past 16 years. I’m excited to have The Black Promoters Collective and Hart Beat Entertainment join me to continue this tradition!”

Joining forces with Jersey Legends Productions and Hartbeat creates a powerful partnership that will continue to evolve Shaq’S All-Star Comedy Jam to new heights,” said BPC President Shelby Joyner. “We want to expand the brand’s reach by integrating it into Black Promoters Collective’s dynamic portfolio of festivals and live music events, creating new opportunities to showcase the comedy jam across multiple platforms and reach an even broader audience.”

“The Shaqs All-Star Comedy Jam “The franchise has been a cornerstone of the comedy scene since its inception, delivering numerous sold-out shows and providing a national platform to various up-and-coming comedians who are now considered legends,” said Jeff Clanagan. “Hartbeat is beyond excited to continue and expand this iconic franchise alongside Shaq and Jersey Legends and to have Black Promoters Collective on board to bring this next iteration to life.”