February 1, 2016 - 12:43 AMT
John Legend to produce off-Broadway comedy show "3 Mics"

John Legend is heading to off-Broadway. The 37-year-old singer will produce his first off-Broadway comedy show "3 Mics", which is written and performed by comedian Neal Brennan. He is joined by his Get Lifted Film partners Mike Jackson and Ty Stiklorius, AceShowbiz reports.

Directed by Drew Barr, the comedy will begin its run at the Lynn Redgrave Theater from February 23 to March 3. In the comedy, Neal demonstrates how to craft the perfect jokes. "[It] has moments that stay with you forever," said comic John Mulaney.

"To be on Broadway is a dream come true," Neal quipped, before realizing the theater's on Bleecker Street.

John's foray into theater was preceded by other singer-songwriters turning their attention to the stage, including Sara Bareilles, Thom Yorke, Sting, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow, John Mellencamp and David Byrne.