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May 2, 2011
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comedy shows, eagle rock, free, los angeles, what to do

brandieposey:

TONIGHT!  I’m doing this, then headed over to Brunch at The Park – wanna comedy crawl with me?

YES! “Comedy Crawl” is becoming a “legit” term!

May 2, 2011
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comedy shows, downtown, free, los angeles, what to do

scottbowser:

Next Sunday!  New show at a historic Downtown venue!  Free admission if you email scott@scottbowser.com!

Bordello Bar has a show again!!!!

May 1, 2011
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comedy festival, free, hollywood, los angeles, outdoors, street fair, ucb, upright citizens brigade, what to do

emilymayamills:

Get ready! It’s the Ultimate Comedy Bash at Franklin Village Street Fair…

On Sunday, May 1 from noon-6pm the 5900 block of Franklin Avenue will be closed for the Franklin Village Street Fair.

Entrance is FREE for outdoor festivities including food, fashion, art, auctions, gifts, games, fun for kids plus music and high-octane comedy from UCB Theatre.

Outdoor stage to include (line-ups subject to change):

Musical Acts
Rattlesnake Daddy, One Trick Pony

Franklinpalooza
Music and sketches from Tremendosaur, Good Neighbor, Hip Hop Penguin, Happy Campers, Jim Hanft, Karen Kilgariff and Jon Daly
hosted by Mookie Blaiklock & Dave Horwitz

The Greatest Show on Franklin
Stand-up and characters from Matt Besser, Tig Notaro, James Adomian, Matt Braunger, Moshe Kasher, Brent Weinbach, Scott Nery, Tony Sam & The Franklin Fly Girls
hosted by Brandon Johnson & Emily Maya Mills

The Greatest Concert Ever
Comedians James Adomian, Jill Donnelly, James Pumphrey, Pete Holmes, Andree Vermeulen and Brendan Hunt cover their favorite songs impersonating the rock singer of their choice.
hosted by Matt Besser

Please consider an increased amount of travel time as the 5900 block of Franklin between Bronson and Tamarind will be closed to traffic from 10am-7pm for the 2011 Franklin Village Street Fair. We STRONGLY encourage public transportation, biking or carpooling. The nearest metro stations are roughly 15 minutes away by foot from UCB Theatre at Hollywood/Western and Hollywood/Vine. Valet will also be available at the SW corner of Franklin & Bronson.

“This is your Bureau Director speaking. The Ultimate Comedy Bash is what everyone should be doing today.  Thank you.  You may now return to watching analysis of Obama’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner Speech.

Powerviolence May 1st Lineup

April 30, 2011
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comedy shows, free, hollywood, los angeles, what to do

powerviolencecomedy:

By: Evan Mays

The Ultimate Free & Cheap LA Comedy List 5/1-5/7

April 29, 2011
Uncategorized
comedy shows, free, los angeles, what to do, wisepix

The Ultimate Free & Cheap LA Comedy List 5/1-5/7

..cause you can only lose your voice for the Lakers for so long…

~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~: Mon 5/2 ~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~ Line Up !!!

April 29, 2011
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comedy shows, free, hollywood, los angeles, what to do

~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~: Mon 5/2 ~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~ Line Up !!!

whatsuptigerlily:

Last week’s Tiger Lily was a beyond fantastic show! We laughed it up gave away FREE drinks it was fun, fun, fun!

This week’s show is going to be stellar! We have a super secret awesome drop in and more! Plus several chances to win FREE Drinks at the show! So whatcha waiting for? See Ya…

April 28, 2011
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comedy shows, free, los angeles, los feliz, what to do

heller:

Attention Los Angeles!

We are going to have a heck of a show tonight.

Harris Wittels
Sean O’ Connor
Matt Goldich

And maybe a few more surprises…

Come early and get 10% the great Chinese food.

Drink specials:
PBR + shot for $6
Tsingtao + Jack for $8
Cash Only!

Sincerely,
Shawn, Andy, Josh and Ed

Thursday, April 28 · 8:30pm – 11:30pm
2112 Hillhurst Ave Los Angeles, CA 90027

Seeing Wittels post-Humblebrag reveal, Andy Wood post-Bridgetown, and the rest of the bunch should be a whole lot of fun.

TICKETS TO THE PALE KING NOW $15

April 28, 2011
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beverly hills, david foster fallace, henry rollins, live reading, los angeles, parks and recreation, rob delaney, rosemarie dewitt, the pale king, what to do

thepalekingevent:

TONIGHT! April 28 @ 7PM / The Saban Theatre / 8440 Wilshire Blvd. / Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Parks and Rec People, a King of Twitter, Henry Rollins, and even more reading David Foster Wallace.  Whoa….

April 28, 2011
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comedy bash, comedy marathon, los angeles, ucb, what to do

mattbraunger:

liezlwashere:

UCB-LA Ultimate Comedy Bash Marathon Lineup!

More Details Here

Amazing line-up.

I’ll be on the outdoor stage of this. Because I take it to the streets.

I’d sit through 7 hours of show to see Paul F. Tompkins.  Thankfully everything else in that seven hours and even after is going to be pretty great.

April 28, 2011
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comedy shows, improv, irvine, los angeles, what to do

brido:

I’m trying to get you guys to come to my show on Saturday in Irvine.  And bragging about my name being on a marquee.  

If only it could say “…and Other Scumbags” like it does on the Irvine Improv Calendar. If you’re out in the O.C. mark your calendars.

The Drew Droege ‘Chloe Sevigny’ Hosting a Party?!?

April 27, 2011
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chloe sevigny, drew droege, los angeles, what to do

The Drew Droege ‘Chloe Sevigny’ Hosting a Party?!?

This is real.  This is actually happening.  

MAY 3. RORY SCOVEL.

April 27, 2011
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comedy shows, downtown, free, los angeles, what to do

holyfreecomedy:

April 27, 2011
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comedy shows, echo park, free, los angeles, what to do

brunchcomedy:

It’s time for the the next BRUNCH: A Comedy Show!

BRUNCH is a new comedy show from Jamie Lee, Jake Weisman and Sam Varela. Located at The Park Restaurant of Echo Park, BRUNCH is happening every other Monday from 9pm-11pm. With a mix of comedy veterans and up-and-comers alike, you can expect an eclectic mix of stand up, characters, and sketch.

Hosted by Jake Weisman and Jamie Lee

With guests:

Moshe Kasher
James Adomian
Johnny Pemberton
Brandie Posey
Reginald Hunter (VISITING FROM THE UK)

FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE!

9 PM!

Plus, there will be beer/wine/soda for sale! Drink sales will keep BRUNCH alive so please come ready to drink!!
CASH ONLY

Brunch at 9PM was great the first time, so maybe Brunch should always happen at 9.  Point is go to this.

April 26, 2011
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cheap, comedy show, jen kirkman, los angeles, what to do

jenkirkman:

“The Jen Kirkman Talk Show!” this Thursday April 28th at 9:30pm! UCB Theatre – LA!
Every show has sold out so far – let’s go for it again! But get tickets now – only $5http://losangeles.ucbtheatre.com/shows/2633

The topic of discussion that I’ll interview my guests about is this: “I AM AN OUTCAST” – who knows? I might even talk to an audience member!

Special Guests:
Mary Lynn Rajskub (“Chloe” from 24) and Joe Wagner (comedian, Producer on upcoming Zach Galifianakis/Brody Stevens HBO project)

Musical Guest: Brendan Hines!

I didn’t have a lot of time to push this show this month – so any help getting the word out – is appreciated! If you’re going and have gone before and have a kind word to say – please do pass it on!

$5 for Jen Kirkman? Yes, it’s true.

April 24, 2011
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bad cartoons, comedy shows, los angeles, what to do

What you’re missing at Cartoon Dump…  Go this Monday at 8PM to the Steve Allen Theater to see the next edition of this fantastic show with Jimmy Dore, Paul Gilmartin, and more.  Buy tix right here.

(Source: http://www.thecomedybureau.com/)

April 22, 2011
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andre hyland, comedy shows, monday, ucb, what to do

andrehyland:

VIDEO INVITE
Nathan Barnatt & Andre Hyland – As Not Seen On TV 
@ UCB LA
Monday, April 25 at 11:00pm

only $5
Reserve Tickets here….
http://losangeles.ucbtheatre.com/reservations/create/19554

Nathan Barnatt & Andre Hyland screen new, never before seen videos. See their new content that wasn’t good enough for TV but will have to do for a live audience & eventually the internet.

Hosted by:
-Andre Hyland (Fuel TV, The Jesse Miller Show)
-Nathan Barnatt (Comedy Central, Fuel TV)

New videos by Andre & Nathan featuring Bob Odenkirk and Dominic Monaghan.

Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre – Los Angeles
5919 Franklin Ave Hollywood 90028

(Source: http://blondchili.com/)

The Ultimate Free & Cheap LA Comedy List 4/24-4/30

April 22, 2011
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cheap, comedy shows, free, los angeles, what to do

The Ultimate Free & Cheap LA Comedy List 4/24-4/30

If you like you’re comedy free, cheap, and pretty damn great, oh and also in LA, click right here.

April 22, 2011
Uncategorized
cheap, los angeles, los feliz, tomorrow show, what to do

thedoorknockers:

Ron Lynch’s loyal disciples, The Doorknockers (Randy Liedtke & Davey Johnson), will be hosting the Tomorrow! Show’s Easter Thing.

We’re gonna raise the dead!

Laura Kightlinger

Brendon Walsh

Hugh Moore

Derek Hughes

Rory Scovel

Pamela Walt

Kathryn Burns

and music sensation The John 3 Reillys!

Comedy! Music! Magic! Ballet!… It shall not forsaken you!

Saturday (4/23/11). Midnight. Eight bucks.

The Steve Allen Theater

4773 Hollywood Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90027 

Oh yeah, that’s because Ron Lynch is at Bridgetown.

~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~: Mon 4/25 ~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~ Line Up!

April 21, 2011
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comedy shows, free, hollywood, los angeles, what to do

~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~: Mon 4/25 ~What’s Up, Tiger Lily?~ Line Up!

whatsuptigerlily:

Last week’s Tiger Lily was a pretty awesome show! We laughed it up gave away FREE drinks it was fun, fun, fun!

This week’s show is going to be stellar! Plus several chances to win FREE Drinks at the show! So whatcha waiting for? See Ya Monday!

What’s Up, Tiger Lily?

Monday April 25th…

Powerviolence April 24th Lineup

April 21, 2011
Uncategorized
comedy shows, free, hollywood, los angeles, what to do

powerviolencecomedy:

Poster By Evan Mays

April 20, 2011
Uncategorized
cheap, comedy shows, hollywood, los angeles, what to do

andrehyland:

Nathan Barnatt & Andre Hyland – As Not Seen On TV
@ UCB LA
Monday, April 25 at 11:00pm

only $5
Reserve Tickets here….
http://losangeles.ucbtheatre.com/reservations/create/19554

Nathan Barnatt & Andre Hyland screen new, never before seen videos. See their new content that wasn’t good enough for TV but will have to do for a live audience & eventually the internet.

Hosted by:
-Andre Hyland (Fuel TV, The Jesse Miller Show)
-Nathan Barnatt (Comedy Central, Fuel TV)
(as various characters from their videos)

Videos will include:

From Andre…
-Phil Gower’s Safe Place (co-starring Bob Odenkirk),
The New Jesse Miller action movie,
plus clips from The Untitled Andre Hyland Comedy Central pilot

& From Nathan…
-New Ray Amsley and Keith Apicary videos including
the Dreamcast 2 music video.

Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre – Los Angeles
5919 Franklin Ave Hollywood 90028

Jesse Miller Action Movie?  Hells yeah, please!

“Melissa Sings!” Musical Comedy Show 4/20/11

April 20, 2011
Uncategorized
comedy shows, free, los angeles, west hollywood, what to do

melissavcomedy:

Hey Everyone!!

If you enjoy my singing impressions and musical comedy in general come on

by tonight, Wednesday April 20th at Bar Lubitsch at 8 pm!! Free Show!!!

Here is the Facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=201498529870749 

Hope to see you there! 

Melissa Villasenor 

Melissa Villasenor has her own show!!!

April 19, 2011
Uncategorized
cheap, comedy shows, los angeles, may, street fair, what to do

emilymayamills:

This is happening. It’s really happening.

Like Emily said, it’s really happening.  I’ll add, mark your calendars.

April 19, 2011
Uncategorized
cheap, comedy shows, hollywood, los angeles, story telling, what to do

This Thurs. Apr. 21st 8PM “Before I Was Cool-Hosted by Margot Leitman.  One of the best storytellers in the biz.  Do not miss.  Tickets after the link.

April 19, 2011
Uncategorized
comedy shows, culver city, los angeles, what to do

I’ll be in Portland for Bridgetown, but this is basically what LA will/should be doing if it likes to laugh.

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