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Cabernet Cabaret (in NYC)
Club Cumming 505 East 6th Street, New York, NY, United StatesHoney, it's time for the Cabernet Cabaret with Catherine Cohen! Every Wednesday at Club Cumming, featuring NYC's most effervescent performers doing what they do best. Ages 21+
3Peat and Special Guests (in LA)
Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café 2106 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States3Peat have been performing around the world for years. They will take a suggestion from the audience and spin it into a piece with a number of scenes, characters, and maybe even songs! They'll be joined by some exciting special guests! Starts 7:30PM PT
Count Dracula’s Annual Halloween Monster Mash Bash (Live-stream)
Online Event (Live-streaming from LA) Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCongratulations! You and a select group of lucky monsters have been invited to Count Dracula's Annual Halloween Monster Mash Bash! It's a spooktacular shitshow held at the count's sprawling Transylvanian Manor. You and your friends are excited to dance like hell, chow down on horror d'oeuvres, and maybe even score an invite to Dracula's private Blood Tub, but sadly the nightmarish night of your dreams comes to an abrupt end when your host is murdered and the doors to the […]
WILL FERRELL’S BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE 2 (in LA)
Greek Theatre 2700 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWill Ferrell has announced the second installment of his ‘Best Night of Your Life’, an out of this world night of music and comedy to benefit Cancer for College on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. The event will be hosted by Ferrell, who has recruited a star-studded lineup including comedians Jon Stewart, Hasan Minhaj, Jo Koy, Patti Harrison, Roy Wood Jr., Rory Scovel, plus a special appearance by SmartLess with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett. Mike McCready (Pearl Jam) has assembled an all-star musical lineup featuring Stefan Lessard (Dave Matthews […]
Willy Wanker’s Wank-A-Ween (in LA)
Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café 2106 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesMADAMN Presents A Drag King Show: Willy Wanker’s Wank-A-Ween Step aside, Timothee ChaLAMEt— In this Halloween fever dream drag king show, join MADAMN Presents! on a tour of Willy Wanker’s treacherous chocolate factory (and we ain’t talkin’ about his butt). See Rum Cum Chugger’s gravity-defying pole stunts in the nut room. Find out if the headless horseman gets his giant dick sucked. Don’t miss Ray Bedford’s first intergalactic UTI. This variety show of gender f*ckery will leave you confused, aroused, […]
The Cigarette Club (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Cigarette Club is a comedy variety show hosted by comedian and musician Lauren Leroux. Accompanied by their house band and special musical guests The Sloppy Boys, this surprise-filled extravaganza brings the finest talent to Dynasty Typewriter for one night only! Featuring performances by Jiaoying Summers, Todd Glass, Quincy Bazen, and special surprise guests, The Cigarette Club is a can't-miss carnival of chaos. Starts 10PM 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
Mae Martin and Half Moon Run (in LA)
Largo at The Coronet Theatre 366 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of comedy and music with Mae Martin and Half Moon Run Starts 8PM PT
Ziwe (in LA)
Largo at The Coronet Theatre 366 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of comedy with the iconic Ziwe Starts 8PM PT
Julian Velard is… In The Middle Of Something (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBeing middle aged sucks. You’re not young anymore, so no one cares about your potential. You’re not old enough to have any real wisdom. Add two young children, a decade long marriage, and a marginal career to the mix, and it’s enough to reduce you to writing a one man show. After a lifetime of trying to make his musical mark, Julian fights his impending irrelevance by performing 10 original songs about the existential problems he faces as a 44 […]
The Yes, And… Laughter Lab Presents: IT’S FALL YALL! (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Yes, And… Laughter Lab Presents: FALL YALL! (a comedy show) FALL YALL! is a comedy show featuring members of the Yes, And… Laughter Lab community of creatives. The Yes, And… Laughter Lab (YALL) is a competitive incubation lab, pitch program and showcase that lifts up diverse writers and performers creating new comedy about topics that matter. YALL is designed to introduce these comedians to the entertainment industry, social justice organizations, philanthropists and activists who can help bring their work […]
Straight for Pay (near LA)
Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café 2106 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesFeaturing stand-up/comedy performances from: 10/31: Debra DiGiovanni, Sarah Schauer, Subhah Agarwal, Clarissa Hosted by Cara Connors Starts 8PM PT
Daddy’s Favorite (in LA)
The Goldfish 5043 York Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWatch comics, drag performers and clowns fight for Daddy's freedom, under the hot disco Goldfish lights. Vote for your favorite at the end and be completely ignored! No one wins when daddy sins! Hosted by Theresa Bateman and Tolliver! Featuring: Adri Diaz, Anna Seregina and Kyle Mizono, Margo Bateman, Milan Patel, Ignacio "Nacho" Daddy and More! Starts 8PM PT
Ziwe (in LA)
Largo at The Coronet Theatre 366 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of comedy with the iconic Ziwe Starts 8PM PT
The Give Back-Ular Spectacular: Presented by TUSC (in LA)
The Orpheum Theatre 842 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA, United States“The Give Back-ular Spectacular!” will be a night of exciting musical acts, stand up comedy, sketches and games with big name performers. The show will have an audience at The Orpheum, and will also be live-streamed nationally where the home viewers will be able to have an interactive experience. Everyone will have the opportunity to donate via the live-stream, QR code and text. Featuring: Michael McKean, Patton Oswalt, Janelle James, Penn & Teller, Kumail Nanjiani, Lindsay Doughterty, Lawrence the Band, […]
The Mister Rogers Variety Hour! (in NYC)
Von 3 Bleecker Street, New York, NY, United StatesThis month we explore storytelling, comedy, characters, and interviews inspired by our theme: "FREAKY DEAKY." hosted by Jenna Dioguardi, Ali Levin, and Emma Tattenbaum-Fine featuring Wil Petre Accompaniment by Richard Lowenburg with special guests Storytelling and Comedy by: Gastor Almonte (Comedy Central) Tarot by: Starcheolgist Desi Domo ~~LIVE MUSIC & TAROT STARTING @ 7 PM~~ DOORS @ 7 PM SHOW @ 7:30 PM Starts 7PM ET
Therapy Gecko (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAfter a sold out run of North American dates last year, multi-platform internet sensation Lyle Forever is bringing his beloved "Therapy Gecko” live show on the road again and around the world in 2023. Fans will get the chance to converse with Lyle live on stage as they share their hopes, dreams, and life lessons with the internet’s favorite gecko and unlicensed therapist. It will be an interactive, one-of-a-kind night as fans get the chance to journey with Lyle into […]
PDA Halloween Party (near LA)
Public Displays of Altadena 2553 North Fair Oaks Avenue, Altadena, CA, United StatesJoin us for the spookiest event of the year, the PDA Halloween Party! Get ready to have a frightfully good time with music from Ghost Island, Mirthquake, Gentlemen Cowbois, and Looper Party with Grace "Witchtit" Lusk. Featuring the return of the Truck Show with Kevin Krieger and Tyler Watson! Line Up: 6:30 - Truck Show with Kevin Krieger and Tyler Watson 7:15 - Ghost Island 8:00 - Truck Show with Kevin Krieger and Tyler Watson 8:45 - Mirthquake 9:30 - […]
A Night in Hell with Martin Olson and friends (in LA)
Philosophical Research Society 3910 Los Feliz Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United States“Another Night in Hell with Martin Olson” – featuring Olivia Olson (Adventure Time), hosted by Disney's Dan Povenmire & Swampy Marsh (Phineas & Ferb), with the band Captain Danger, spooky magic bits with Ron Lynch, Karl Herlinger’s ventriloquism, comedian Christina Catherine Martinez and special guest Eddie Pepitone! Starts 7PM PT
Shes, Theys & Gays (in LA)
Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café 2106 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesShes Theys & Gays pride edition is a standup & drag show starring up and coming LA performers hosted by Olivia Brown. with acts from Host - Olivia Brown Sarah Schauer Bri Giger Antjuan Tobias Maddie Ogden Zack Binder Drew Valentino Curtis Chase Molly Renze 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
COCKTOBER (in NYC)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective 167 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesBCC is thrilled to host COCKTOBER, a monster sized variety show featuring intrepid clowns and drag performers from across the city, the greater Boston area, and one really nice guy from Jersey. Not your Mama's variety show; there will be nudity, antics, and of course, laughter. Come in, Come in, We want to suck your...blood. 3. Hosted by: Mary Tyler Whore @thewhor3show @meaghanrobi Julia VanderVeen @julesvandie With acts by: Siddharth Raj @thesquidraj HuxleyRain Garrett @HuxleyRain Eva Wolfson @theevawolfson Andi van […]
NATALIE MORALES AND THE NIGHT CREW (in LA)
The Lodge Room 104 North Avenue 56, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJoin Natalie Morales and her friends (The Night Crew) for an evening of comedy, live music, and many special surprises. Proceeds benefitting Hawai’i Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund. Featuring special guests Chani Nicholas, Alex Edelman, Demi Adejuyigbe, L.A. Exes Starts 8PM PT
Union Halloween (in NYC)
Union Hall 702 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesCome party at Brooklyn's spookiest comedy venue on HALLOWEEN NIGHT. You're gonna die.* *Laughing. You're gonna die laughing. Hosted by Business Casual Featuring comedy from Sabrina Wu (Joy Ride) Nick Kocher (BriTaNick) Auguste White (SNL) Michael Hirsch (Le Show) ...and more! Dress in costume for the chance to win PRIZES AND RESPECT! Starts 7:30PM ET
Varietyville-O-Ween (in LA)
The Broadwater 6320 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesVarietyville invites you to our first spooktacular special event, VARIETYVILLE-O-WEEN! Join us on All Hallow’s Eve as our ghost host, Austin Walker, welcomes some of LA’s kookiest and creepiest performers to Varietyville’s stage. You’ll see the unique comedy stylings of NICK STARGU, magic by THE COSMIC ROMANTICS, as well as a few songs from Broadway’s own, ERIC B. ANTHONY. Plus as a special spooky treat, Austin will be joined by his long lost cousin, famed fortune teller, horror host, and swamp […]
Spaghetti Festival (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCome see the guts and the glory of brand new work from ten creative teams with ten intriguing ideas that will come to life onstage for the first time. We believe in these artists and we are onboard to support their unique experiments as they toss the creative spaghetti against a wall to see what sticks. It’s a mix of silly, poignant, experimental and ultra-ambitious performances you won’t want to miss. All artists in the fest are supported with development […]
Enough! (in NYC)
Sugar Hill Restaurant & Supper Club 217 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesTHINK...DISCO....KARAOKE...LAUGHING... SOUND GOOD? HONEY PLUTON, BROOKE ELIOT AND DASH TURNER HAVE HAD ENOUGH! WITH GUESTS INDIGO ASIM BEST ACTRESS ALEX FORREST GEORGE CIVERIS Starts 7PM ET
Spaghetti Festival (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCome see the guts and the glory of brand new work from ten creative teams with ten intriguing ideas that will come to life onstage for the first time. We believe in these artists and we are onboard to support their unique experiments as they toss the creative spaghetti against a wall to see what sticks. It’s a mix of silly, poignant, experimental and ultra-ambitious performances you won’t want to miss. All artists in the fest are supported with development […]
That’s A Gay Ass Live Show (in NYC)
Chelsea Music Hall 407 West 15th Street, New York, NY, United States*Part of NY Comedy Fest Eric Williams, host of the hit That’s A Gay Ass Podcast, expands his gay ass empire with a gag-worthy variety show directed by Michael Schwartz. Featuring stars from comedy, television, theatre and drag, That’s A Gay Ass Live Show pits fan favorites against each other in a competition for the Champion of Characteractress Knowledge (C.O.C.K). Doors at 5:30pm, Show at 6. The lineup includes Bowen Yang (SNL), Jessica Vosk (Wicked), Chris Murphy (Vanity Fair), and […]
Spaghetti Festival (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCome see the guts and the glory of brand new work from ten creative teams with ten intriguing ideas that will come to life onstage for the first time. We believe in these artists and we are onboard to support their unique experiments as they toss the creative spaghetti against a wall to see what sticks. It’s a mix of silly, poignant, experimental and ultra-ambitious performances you won’t want to miss. All artists in the fest are supported with development […]
Groupchat: A Night of Live Comedy, Live Discussion, & Live Music for the Living Online (in LA)
Secret LA Location Los Angeles, CA, United StatesGroupchat (A Night of live comedy, live discussion, & live music for the living online) Performances by Robin Tran, DJ Douggpound, Fat Tony, Tim Heidecker & Surprise guests! Panels Featuring: Taylor Lorenz, Angel Prost, @Djinn_Kazama, @Dril , @Nolitadirtbag, @Namaste. At. Home. Dad, @Gurskyman, @Northwest_mcm_wholesale, @Yung_nihilist, & @Joan. of. arca Vending by: Methsydnicate and Goodshirts Doors: 7PM PT Show: 8PM PT Afterparty: 10PM PT-2AM ET
Business Casual Comedy Hoedown (in NYC)
The Slipper Room 167 Orchard Street, New York, NY, United StatesSketch comedy trio Business Casual (JFL Moontower, Edinburgh Fringe, Funny or Die) is back for their third NYCF. Featuring Chloe Troast (JFL), Rose Kelso (Adult Swim), Martin Urbano (The Tonight Show), Zach Zucker (Stamptown, JFL), and more! Get yr tickets while you can! Yeehaw! Starts 5:30PM ET
Spaghetti Festival (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCome see the guts and the glory of brand new work from ten creative teams with ten intriguing ideas that will come to life onstage for the first time. We believe in these artists and we are onboard to support their unique experiments as they toss the creative spaghetti against a wall to see what sticks. It’s a mix of silly, poignant, experimental and ultra-ambitious performances you won’t want to miss. All artists in the fest are supported with development […]
An intimate evening with Adam Pally (in NYC)
The Bell House 149 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesA special evening of comedy with Adam Pally and special guests Starts 7:30PM ET
Mekki Leeper presents: Fintech: Film Screening + Live Standup w/ Special Guest Holmes (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of stand-up with Mekki Leeper and Holmes, followed by an exclusive screening of the independently-made short comedy film, Fintech. FINTECH is a workplace comedy about two tech bros running their company into the ground. Written and directed by Mekki Leeper. Starring Zack Fox, Holmes, Mekki Leeper and more. Runtime: 37 minutes 11/5 @ 7:30PM PT 11/6 @ 7:30PM PT & 10PM PT
Spaghetti Festival (in LA)
The Elysian 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCome see the guts and the glory of brand new work from ten creative teams with ten intriguing ideas that will come to life onstage for the first time. We believe in these artists and we are onboard to support their unique experiments as they toss the creative spaghetti against a wall to see what sticks. It’s a mix of silly, poignant, experimental and ultra-ambitious performances you won’t want to miss. All artists in the fest are supported with development […]
Mekki Leeper presents: Fintech: Film Screening + Live Standup w/ Special Guest Holmes (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of stand-up with Mekki Leeper and Holmes, followed by an exclusive screening of the independently-made short comedy film, Fintech. FINTECH is a workplace comedy about two tech bros running their company into the ground. Written and directed by Mekki Leeper. Starring Zack Fox, Holmes, Mekki Leeper and more. Runtime: 37 minutes 11/5 @ 7:30PM PT 11/6 @ 7:30PM PT & 10PM PT
Spicy Medley (in NYC)
The Gutter 200 North 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesSpicy Medley is the hottest comedy variety show that brings together comedy, music and a little bit of spice. Our show provides an array of New York talent to community members in a high energy, and welcoming show. Audience members can expect big laughs, and maybe even a big cry cause it’s just so dang SPICY! Featuring: Sydney Duncan Dylan Adler Adam Gilbert Gabby Bryan Hosted by: Tess Tregellas (Funny or Die, Amazon Prime) @tesstreg Sara Bergmark (Broadway Comedy Club) […]
Lets Make A Poop ft Triumph The Insult Comic Dog (in NYC)
Murmrr Ballroom 17 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesPart of NY Comedy Fest A night with the one and only Triumph the Insult Comic Dog (Robert Smigel) Starts 8PM ET
Mekki Leeper presents: Fintech: Film Screening + Live Standup w/ Special Guest Holmes (in LA)
Dynasty Typewriter at Hayworth Theater 2511 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of stand-up with Mekki Leeper and Holmes, followed by an exclusive screening of the independently-made short comedy film, Fintech. FINTECH is a workplace comedy about two tech bros running their company into the ground. Written and directed by Mekki Leeper. Starring Zack Fox, Holmes, Mekki Leeper and more. Runtime: 37 minutes 11/5 @ 7:30PM PT 11/6 @ 7:30PM PT & 10PM PT