About Q.E.D.

For over a decade, Q.E.D. has been the only independent, woman-owned and operated venue for the arts in Astoria, Queens, NYC. (Founded in 2014 by Kambri Crews, and continuing in 2025 with new owner Hannah Lieberman.) As a small community-driven space by & for creatives, we provide an affordable and accessible space for artists & performers of all types. In 2022 we were voted #1 venue in all of NYC by TimeOut New York readers.

At Q.E.D. you’ll find performers ranging from the beginner to the very famous. We also have workshops, meet ups, movie screenings, readings, lectures, watch parties and more. Our affordable classes and shows are as diverse as Queens itself. With 80 or more events each month, there’s something for everyone. 

As if that weren't enough, we also have a bar/café & are available to rent for private events, film shoots, and more.

Check out this video interview with Q.E.D. founder Kambri:

Check out this Queens Chronicle article about QED's change in leadership:

WHAT DOES Q.E.D. MEAN?
Q.E.D. is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase "quod erat demonstrandum". If you ever do a crossword puzzle, you'll thank us for this bit of info. It translates to "that which was demonstrated", but if you want it to stand for Queens Ed, that's cool, too.

ABOUT QED'S FOUNDER KAMBRI CREWS
Q.E.D. was created by 25-year Astoria, Queens resident Kambri Crews. A New York Times best selling author, producer, and storyteller. In 2014, Kambri reinvested her vast & varied years of experience into her neighborhood.

Before Q.E.D., she served as Director of Marketing & PR for the 400-seat comedy club Comix, during which time she also owned and operated the 40-seat venue Ochi's Lounge. She also served as a comedy booker for the The 92nd Street Y and produced & promoted live comedy tours with Marc Maron, David Koechner and more.

ABOUT QED'S OWNER HANNAH LIEBERMAN
In November 2024, when Kambri announced she was planning to move on from QED, Hannah knew she was the woman to pick up the mantle. As an Astoria-based comedian and regular QED Presents host, taking on ownership of QED seemed like the perfect challenge. Kambri officially passed the torch to Hannah on March 1, 2025. 

Hannah moved to NYC from NC to attend acting school after graduating from Davidson College in 2018. During the pandemic, she realized her true passion is comedy, and she's been performing all over the city ever since. She is also a nationally-ranked competitive scrabble player, a huge fan of dogs, and all around a silly goose.

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