Fri Feb 28 03:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Meg Stalter: From Viral Sensation to Wilbur Theatre Headliner

**BOSTON, MA** – Meg Stalter, the comedic force behind HBO’s Emmy-winning “Hacks” and a rising star in stand-up, is bringing her unique brand of “alt-weird” comedy to Boston’s Wilbur Theatre on February 27th. Known for her wildly confident yet undeniably awkward characters, Stalter’s rise to fame began during the pandemic with viral Instagram skits, culminating in her breakout role as Kayla, the hilariously inept assistant on “Hacks.”

Stalter’s Boston performance will feature “The Prettiest Girl in America,” a satirical campaign rally showcasing a self-absorbed, fictional politician. This character embodies Stalter’s signature blend of delusional self-assurance and comedic chaos, reminiscent of Andy Kaufman’s blurring of reality and performance art. “It’s a mix of the kinds of characters I like to play,” she says, “I like to play someone having a breakdown.”

The interview revealed a comedic sensibility influenced by “SNL,” Pee-wee Herman, and Christopher Guest films. Stalter credits her upbringing in Ohio, with a nurse mother who created comedic sketches, and her own improv experience for shaping her distinctive style. She initially approached stand-up traditionally, but evolved into creating characters and improvisational scenarios, leading to her current, wildly successful, approach.

Stalter also spoke about her upcoming HBO/A24 project, “Church Girls,” a series close to her heart that explores the experience of a young, closeted lesbian in a Christian community. The project, still in development, reflects her personal experiences with faith, spirituality, and her own bisexuality. She hopes to convey a message of acceptance, emphasizing that judgment comes from people, not God. The interview concluded with a discussion of her three tattoos, all created by her father, a tattoo artist, revealing a playful side that further encapsulates her unique and quirky personality.

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