Jon Stewart is heading back to the stage for HBO.

And its been a while 21 years, in fact.

(In 1996, Stewart starred inJon Stewart: Unleavened.)

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The connection has not yet confirmed a date and location for the special.

The event, which raises money forNEXT for Autism, features stand-up performances, sketches, and short films.

Im really thrilled to be able to return to stand-up on HBO, said Stewart in a statement.

Theyve always set the standard for great stand-up specials.

He also directed 2014s big-screen political dramaRosewater.