HBO has announced that Josh Johnson’s debut comedy special, “Symphony,” will premiere on Friday, May 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The special will air on HBO and will also be available to stream on HBO Max beginning at the same time. HBO is releasing promotional materials for the project, including a trailer and a logline. “Symphony” is Johnson’s first comedy special for HBO and is presented as a stand-up hour. HBO describes the program as reflecting on Johnson’s “strange childhood experiences” and drawing on what it calls his unique point of view and signature creativity. The announcement frames the special as a comedic showcase tied to Johnson’s personal background and perspective. Across the reports, the shared details are the May 22 date, the 8 p.m. ET/PT premiere time, and the simultaneous availability on HBO and HBO Max, along with HBO’s release of a trailer for the show.