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Block Party Character Mic (in LA)
Third Wheel 5176 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesFor practicing/working on character performances only Starts 8PM PT 5 min. Costumes and wigs encouraged Hosted by Devon Drew and Tim Stanton
Bad Company (in LA)
The Groundlings 7307 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBad Company is back! Sunday Company members re-unite in an amazing night of improv! Starring: Emily Blackwell, Kimberly Condict, Harmony McElligott, Vanessa Ragland, Casey Hime, Matthew Newman, Lee Newton Directed by Guy Stevenson Starts 10PM PT
The Upfronts: Updates On The (Totally Great!) Entertainment Industry (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesContrary to what you may have heard regarding some ongoing minor labor disputes, the entertainment industry is stronger, healthier and good-er than ever. As we all anxiously await word as to whether Bob Iger can afford one less hibachi grill on his yacht, join some of the AMPTP's brightest visionaries for an exciting look at all that our perfect industry has in store for the future, featuring slideshow presentations, stand up, sketch, and more. Cast: Julie Greiner, Ronald Metellus, Maureen Monahan, […]
Not Too Shabby @ UCB Franklin (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesFor sketches and characters only Starts 11:30PM PT Hosted by Moon Goon Want to perform? Submissions open on the day of the show. Raffle style! We will contact you if you've been picked. Submit here.
Young Douglas: Homerun (in NYC w/Livestream)
Caveat 21 A Clinton Street, New York, NY, United StatesLower East Side, NY – Seasoned sketch comedy group Young Douglas returns with their newest original show, Babes Only, on April 22nd at Caveat. Packed full of wild characters, musical numbers, and even digital shorts (in addition to the general farce and folly), Babes Only promises to have something for everyone looking to laugh on a Saturday night. Born at the UCB Theatre in 2019, Young Douglas has since premiered 15 all-new sketch shows, with videos featured in Vulture and […]
PLAYLIST: AN ELYSIAN THEATER BENEFIT! (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesPLAYLIST is an exuberant, multi-disciplinary celebration of community and creativity. Shows consist of four short plays by some of the most exciting tv/comedy/theater writers around and a musical guest to stitch the night together. Proceeds always benefit a local non-profit, and in this case that non-profit is our beloved Elysian Theater. A rollicking good time + a damn good cause = everybody wins. 4 Plays by: Olivia Dufault Nadja Leonhard-Hooper Mara Nelson-Greenberg Miles Woods Music by Adam Moss Starts 8PM […]
Town (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe “big event” is imminent and it casts a shadow upon Town. We, the townspeople, represent a slice of your society, and we will simulate the events of town knowing there is a way things will end. “If I had known what I was getting myself into, maybe things would be different” Join us for a live simulation of Town, rendered in 4 instances. Created by: Rachel Ho, Camirin Farmer, Cristina Fernandez, Reshma Meister, Brian Byrne, Nicholas Hemerling, Paul Schlesinger, […]
Tomorrow! w/Ron Lynch (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA variety show that is in it's 17th year of lauded late night lunacy. A rotating roster of top comedians, clowns (the new kind), specialty acts, musicians, and performance artists. Not to be missed! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) Featuring: Psychic Buster, Karl Herlinger, Kristin Lundberg, The Puterbaugh Sisters, Molly the Spider w/Davey Johnson Presented by Ron Lynch Starts Midnight
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: LOS ANGELES
The Hudson Theatres 6539 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesOn October 2, 2023, distinguished artists from the Los Angeles entertainment community will come together at the Hudson Theatres for a special production of The 24 Hour Plays Los Angeles. This one-night-only fundraiser supports the Entertainment Community Fund, which supports entertainment industry workers who need help during the current work stoppage. Shannon Purser (Stranger Things), Drew Tarver (The Other Two), Harry Shum Jr. (Glee), Diedrich Bader (Office Space), Nat Wolff (Paper Towns), Daryl Sabara (Sky Kids), Jessica Rothe (Happy Death Day), Mamoudou Athie (Elemental), Vico Ortiz (Our Flag Means Death), Rachel Matthews (Happy Death Day), Francesca Reale (Stranger Things), Nicole Kang (Batwoman), Jolene Purdy (10 Things I […]
Go Sketch Yourself @ Pack Theater (in LA)
Pack Theater 6320 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesStarts 10:30PM PT Ends 11:30PM PT Submit your characters, sketches, or videos to GoSketchYourselfComedy@gmail.com 5 min for sketch; 7 min for character bits *FREE* Tech due by 8pm PT the Tues before • No Improv or Stand-up! Hosted by Alan Johnson & Dash Nye Proof of vaccination required for all Pack performers and attendees
NO BUT I’M DEFINITELY IN A BETTER PLACE THAN I’VE BEEN IN A LONG TIME (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA raging narcissist attempts to put up a one-man show about his dog as the world is ending. Written & performed by Michael J. Feldman Directed by Tom Detrinis Starts 7:30PM PT
Block Party Character Mic (in LA)
Third Wheel 5176 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesFor practicing/working on character performances only Starts 8PM PT 5 min. Costumes and wigs encouraged Hosted by Devon Drew and Tim Stanton
Asian AF Presents: Filipino AF, FAHM Edition! (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States"Asian AF Presents: Filipino AF" is a comedy variety show featuring the best Filipino-American talent in Los Angeles. Improv, sketch, standup, and maybe even some music and dance. (It's Filipinos after all!) Join us as we celebrate Filipino American History Month! Featuring improv by Filipino-American mashup team Sini-Gang. Lineup: Charlene deGuzman, Joy Regullano, Allyn Pintal, Chris Renfro, DarylJim, Amalia Aquino, PJ McCormick, Jiavani, Mike Cabellon, Kay Kaanapu, Nikki Mckenzie, Sandy Velasco, John Tan, Erick Esteban +more possibly TBA! Starts 8:30PM PT
Auto Body eXperienZ Presents: Re-Membering Our Lil Guy (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThree disturbingly hot aliens must traverse the unknown terrains of planet Earth in an epic journey spanning the Utah Desert to the Chateau Marmont, with some highly unexpected spit stops in between. All in the name of Our Little Guy… they’ll do anything to save him! Auto Body eXperienZ (Kat Toledo, Meat Bar, and Kirby Chen Mages) gives a new meaning to "body humor." Their work, though visceral and abject, is warm and absurd. Written & Performed by Meat Bar, […]
Spanish Aquí Presents (in LA)
The Paramount 2708 East Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesLos Angeles' premiere all Latinx improv comedy team Spanish Aqui Presents is back and they’re performing EN DIRECTO! You might know them from their sold out performances at The Uprights Citizens Brigade, or from their popular podcast, Spanish Aqui Presents is comprised of Cubana Raiza Licea (HBO Max’s Hacks), Puertorriqueño Carlos Santos (Netflix’s Gentefied), Afro-Colombiano Oscar Montoya (HBO Max’s Minx) and Cubano Tony Rodriguez (Fox’s The Simpsons). Join them for a pachanga of a lifetime with the best Latinx standup, […]
Not Too Shabby @ UCB Franklin (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesFor sketches and characters only Starts 11:30PM PT Hosted by Moon Goon Want to perform? Submissions open on the day of the show. Raffle style! We will contact you if you've been picked. Submit here.
Tournament of Nerds! (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesTOURNAMENT OF NERDS is a ridiculous comedy smackdown. Comedians dress as pop culture characters (real & fictional) and debate their opponents to determine which character reigns supreme. Guy Fieri vs Batman? Kylie Jenner vs Cruella? Shrek vs Garfield? Anything is possible in this epically fun show! Our combatants attempt to survive a March Madness style bracket as we go from 8 Nerds down to 1 Nerd to rule them all! Our all powerful panel of judges decide each match-up. Past […]
Blake Rosier’s Bad Show (in LA)
The Glendale Room 127 Artsakh Avenue, Glendale, CA, United StatesBlake Rosier's Bad Show is an amalgamation of danger, disgust, discomfort, and art. With a run in the Midwest and East Coast under its belt, this show is truly unmissable. Come be a part of history. Blake Rosier (Quiz Lady, Jimmy Kimmel, Black Jesus) is elated to be putting on this show across the US. He just came off his run of 5-day shows where he performs for 120 hours straight on stage (yes he slept on stage). Blake is […]
Jon Daly as Johnny Doiley (in NYC)
littlefield 635 Sackett Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesJohnny Doiley (Jon Daly), a cheeky British motivational speaker delves into conspiracy, health, and masculinity in America. Come Vaccinated, leave DEVAXXXINATED! With special guest Dan Licata. Starts 8PM ET
PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE – LIVE! (in LA)
Largo at The Coronet Theatre 366 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBased on the secret testimony of the miserable souls who survived this terrifying ordeal! with Matt Braunger, Bobcat Goldthwait, Dana Gould, Laraine Newman, Jonah Ray, Paul F. Tompkins, Janet Varney, Rob Zabrecky & more! Starts 8PM PT
Aunty Donna (in NYC)
Gramercy Theatre 127 East 23rd Street, NY, United StatesAn evening with the Australian absurdist musical comedy sketch sensation Aunty Donna Starts 7PM ET
LBJ: The Play (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA teacher hires local performer Sunny Zimmerman to give a simple historical presentation as LBJ. The only problem is Sunny’s gone method—they’ve been living and breathing as Lyndon Johnson, and LBJ's decided this is his once chance to salvage his legacy with an ambitious theatrical production. As his vision doesn't go according to plan, the boundaries between actor and role become increasingly blurred Directed by Caitlan Moore Featuring: Katie Davis Albert Muzquiz Soraya Perry Starts 7:30PM PT
HOTEL presents Bug-O-Ween (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBUG-O-WEEN is the spookiest, scariest, and most buggiest holiday concert/variety show of the year. Come celebrate the Resurrection with special guests and a full live performance by Bug Mane himself. Bug Mane w/ special guests Girl God and Matthew Goldin special music guest Kyle Helf Bug costumes encouraged. Starts 10PM PT
Aunty Donna (in NYC)
Gramercy Theatre 127 East 23rd Street, NY, United StatesAn evening with the Australian absurdist musical comedy sketch sensation Aunty Donna Starts 7PM ET
LBJ: The Play (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA teacher hires local performer Sunny Zimmerman to give a simple historical presentation as LBJ. The only problem is Sunny’s gone method—they’ve been living and breathing as Lyndon Johnson, and LBJ's decided this is his once chance to salvage his legacy with an ambitious theatrical production. As his vision doesn't go according to plan, the boundaries between actor and role become increasingly blurred Directed by Caitlan Moore Featuring: Katie Davis Albert Muzquiz Soraya Perry Starts 7:30PM PT
LBJ: The Play (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA teacher hires local performer Sunny Zimmerman to give a simple historical presentation as LBJ. The only problem is Sunny’s gone method—they’ve been living and breathing as Lyndon Johnson, and LBJ's decided this is his once chance to salvage his legacy with an ambitious theatrical production. As his vision doesn't go according to plan, the boundaries between actor and role become increasingly blurred Directed by Caitlan Moore Featuring: Katie Davis Albert Muzquiz Soraya Perry Starts 7:30PM PT
Tomorrow! w/Ron Lynch (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA variety show that is in it's 17th year of lauded late night lunacy. A rotating roster of top comedians, clowns (the new kind), specialty acts, musicians, and performance artists. Not to be missed! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) Featuring: Psychic Buster, Karl Herlinger, Kristin Lundberg, The Puterbaugh Sisters, Molly the Spider w/Davey Johnson Presented by Ron Lynch Starts Midnight
Too Many Draculas: A Comedy Bit(e) Show (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesToo Many Draculas: A Bit(e) Show" is not your average comedy experience—it's a high-energy extravaganza that pushes the boundaries of hilarity. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night as this unique production brings together an astounding number of Draculas, all in one place. With too many Draculas gracing the stage, the laughter is guaranteed to be infectious. Featuring: Alex Collyard, Andee Del Orbe, Anna Salinas, Carlos Orlando, Dylan Adler, Evan Cleaver, Gabbi Boyd, Glenis Hunter, Heather Higginbotham, Jonathan Farach, JZ Zepeda, Kilo […]
Gimlick – A Comedic Experience (in NYC)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective 167 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesAudiences are invited to see the world through Gimlick’s eyes… if they dare! Sometimes surreal, occasionally unsettling, reliably ridiculous— this is a sketch comedy experience by three women searching for their place in the universe and maximum female pleasure. Throughout the course of the show they give advice for how to deal with modern technology, rabies, unwanted body hair, and demonic rituals. With backgrounds in improv comedy and theater, it is a show that blends big laughs with surprising theatricality, […]
The State: Breakin’ Hearts & Dippin’ Balls (in NYC)
Palladium Times Square 1515 Broadway, New York, NY, United StatesA very special evening of comedy with legendary sketch group, The State
The State: Breakin’ Hearts & Dippin’ Balls (in NYC)
Palladium Times Square 1515 Broadway, New York, NY, United StatesA very special evening of comedy with legendary sketch group, The State
THE SECOND BEST SCHOOL SHOOTING (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesTwo best friends struggle to process surviving a school shooting that is overshadowed by a much worse school shooting. A workshop production of a new play by Alice Stanley Jr. Director: Kimberlea Kressal Cast: Ava Bunn and Jordan Hull Executive Producers: Adam McKay and Shira Piven Starts 7:30PM PT
Super Dating Simulator: Most Extreme Ranking Challenge (in LA)
Alamo Drafthouse LA 700 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesPlay a LIVE, INTERACTIVE Dating Sim with our incredible team! This time we've been transported to a magical world of airships, melancholy songs, and... romance?!?! All we need to start the show… IS YOU. Spooky/Sexy Crossover Incoming! Along with our friends from @extremeranking , we’ll be ranking the HOTTEST monsters found in fiction AND decide the greatest Halloween cartoon ever! Hosted by Sam Weller Starts 8PM PT
Tomorrow! w/Ron Lynch (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA variety show that is in it's 17th year of lauded late night lunacy. A rotating roster of top comedians, clowns (the new kind), specialty acts, musicians, and performance artists. Not to be missed! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) Featuring: Psychic Buster, Karl Herlinger, Kristin Lundberg, The Puterbaugh Sisters, Molly the Spider w/Davey Johnson Presented by Ron Lynch Starts Midnight
Aunty Donna (in LA)
Montalbán Theater 1615 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAunty Donna are a Melbourne based, multidisciplinary comedy outfit who specialise in being silly billy's. Starts 8PM PT
The Third Annual BAPHTA Celebrity Impersonation Pageant (in NYC)
C'mon Everybody 325 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesJoin BAPHTA (not to be confused with the British Academy of Film and Television Arts) for their yearly survey of celebrity. Each October, a handful of weirdos are selected to do their best tight five as someone else. While many celebrities impersonated will be familiar to the audience, there are always exceptions to the rule. Come along for this wacky romp through fame and prestige. **Black tie encouraged ** Starts 10:30PM PT
Aunty Donna (in LA)
Montalbán Theater 1615 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAunty Donna are a Melbourne based, multidisciplinary comedy outfit who specialise in being silly billy's. Starts 8PM PT
Character Open Mic @ Pine Box Rock Shop (in NYC)
Pine Box Rock Shop 12 Grattan Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesStarts 8PM ET For character performance only 5 min. Free, but please support by buying a drink Hosted by Marissa Moorhead, George Srouji, and Sebastian Hernandez
Tomorrow! w/Ron Lynch (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA variety show that is in it's 17th year of lauded late night lunacy. A rotating roster of top comedians, clowns (the new kind), specialty acts, musicians, and performance artists. Not to be missed! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) Featuring: Psychic Buster, Karl Herlinger, Kristin Lundberg, The Puterbaugh Sisters, Molly the Spider w/Davey Johnson Presented by Ron Lynch Starts Midnight
Hollywood Tower Community Night: A Mostly Ghostly Talent Show (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWelcome residents of Hollywood Tower Apartments, aka the TOWER OF TERROR! It’s the semi-annual supernatural community talent show! Hosted by your favorite lounge singing duo to die brutally in apartment 13D, Arty & Lorraine (Allan McLeod & Marcy Jarreau)! More grade-A Hollywood talents (and their entourage) have met their maker here in the tower than any other apartment in the world. Soulful singers! Spellbinding magicians! Demonic dancers! Phantom fiddlers?!? Join our notable neighbors from the past who have passed as […]