At the NBCUniversal upfronts event, Seth Meyers, the host of ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers,’ delivered a hilarious and sharp-witted performance at Radio City Music Hall. Meyers kicked off the event with a series of humorous jabs directed at various targets within the industry.

One of Meyers’ first targets was Fox News, as he quipped, ‘If you’re looking for the Fox News upfronts, that’s happening outside a lower Manhattan courtroom.’ His comedic commentary didn’t stop there; he also humorously questioned the decision to hold upfronts at Radio City Music Hall, joking that it’s better than being in the radio industry.

Meyers didn’t shy away from addressing the changing landscape of television with the rise of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon. He highlighted the irony of streamers returning to advertising despite initially shunning traditional commercials. Meyers humorously pointed out how even acclaimed shows now feature commercial interruptions, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the industry.

Additionally, Meyers poked fun at the concept of ‘unique branding opportunities’ in the industry, drawing parallels to the high-pressure sales tactics depicted in ‘Glengarry Glen Ross.’ His witty commentary provided a lighthearted take on the sometimes opaque nature of upfront presentations.

With his trademark humor, Meyers also shared his amusement at the relocation of shows like ‘Deal or No Deal’ to unconventional settings like an island. He playfully mused about the potential of relocating beloved shows like ‘Jeopardy’ to unique environments for added entertainment value.

Overall, Seth Meyers’ comedic performance at the NBCUniversal upfronts brought levity and wit to the event, offering a refreshing take on the industry’s current trends and quirks.