Nickelodeon's 'Double Dare Live' Tour To Stop In Medford

MEDFORD, MA — On the heels of a tour in late 2018, "Double Dare Live" embarked on a six-week tour in March, with additional dates set for the fall and winter. The show – featuring original host Marc Summers and his beloved sidekick Robin Russo – is coming to Medford's Chevalier Theatre Dec. 14.

Inspired by the iconic TV game show "Double Dare," the show features two teams comprised of selected audience members competing to win prizes by answering brain-bending trivia questions, completing messy physical challenges and ultimately facing the legendary obstacle course.

The beloved series returned to Nickelodeon last summer, and ranked as the year’s number-one new kids show with Kids 6-11, while retaining the core adult audience who grew up with the original television show.

The new "Double Dare" is hosted by digital creator and actress Liza Koshy, with original host Marc Summers providing color commentary on the challenges and lending his vast knowledge of the game and expertise to each episode.

"Hosting the 'Double Dare Live' tour couldn’t be any more exciting, and I look forward to continuing to bring the fun and messiness of 'Double Dare' to audiences across the country," Marc Summers said in a release. "Doing the show again with my sidekick Robin will fulfill childhood dreams of the generation that grew up with us and introduce this classic show to the next generation."

"Double Dare" premiered on Oct. 6, 1986 and ran from 1986-1993, making it Nickelodeon's longest-running game show. Marc Summers served as the show’s original host from 1986-1993.

Shortly after its debut, the show became one of the most popular original daily programs on cable television. The series went into syndication in 1988 and was later revived as "Super Sloppy Double Dare" in 1989. The show also ran on broadcast television as "Family Double Dare" in 1988, followed by new versions on Nick, including "Double Dare 2000."

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 24.