Tracy Morgan is a sensational stand-up comedian whose shows have met with a considerable degree of critical acclaim.

He is best known to television audiences in the US for his eight seasons as a cast member of Saturday Night Live, as well as for his role as a fictionalised version of himself in NBC's 30 Rock.

In terms of his stage persona, his work is defined by character comedy, as well as strains of black humour and jokes that are designed to have audiences cringing in embarrassment and recognition.

On January 19th, he will be performing a show at the Wilbur Theatre in Boston.

Attendees to his shows can expect to hear topics like African-American culture, race relations, marriage and sex covered by Morgan's act.

Visitors to the city staying at the Millennium Bostonian Hotel Boston will be able to get to the venue in less than five minutes if they jump in a taxi.