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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week, Nov. 17-21

Monday, November 16th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Nov. 17
* Stand-Up Comedy at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner Mike Speanburg.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10.

Wednesday, Nov. 18
* Laugh Out Loud Wednesdays Stand-Up Open Mic at 8:30 p.m.
Hosted by Tasha Renee. Music by DJ Infinite.
Situations Lounge ~ 7801 University City Blvd. ~ Free before 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 19
* NoDa Stand-Up Comedy Showcase at Prevue Music Hall at 8 p.m.
Join host Mike Buczek as he brings you this weekly stand-up showcase featuring Charlotte’s best up-and-coming stand-up talent.
Prevue Music Hall ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ No Cover

Friday, Nov. 20
* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at Prevue Music Hall at 8 p.m.
Short form shows similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Prevue Music Hall ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ Charlotte, NC 28205 ~ $10

Saturday, Nov. 21
* Best of Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.
Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe returns to Carolina Actors Studio Theatre for The Best of Robot Johnson featuring their best original sketches, hilarious recurring characters, musical numbers and a quirky take on pop culture.
Carolina Actors Studio Theatre ~ 1118 Clement Ave. ~ $15

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week, Nov. 3-8

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Nov. 3
* Stand-Up Comedy at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner Frankie Paul.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10

Thursday, Nov. 5
* NoDa Stand-Up Comedy Showcase at Prevue Music Hall at 8 p.m.
Join host Mike Buczek as he brings you this weekly stand-up showcase featuring Charlotte’s best up-and-coming stand-up talent.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ No Cover

Friday, Nov. 6
* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Short form shows similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

Saturday, Nov. 7
* KEM and Friends Def Comedy at 8 p.m.
An evening of def comedy with Kem and his friends.
Ovens Auditorium ~ 2700 East Independence Blvd. ~ Ticketmaster 800-745-3000 ~ $45.50

Sunday, Nov. 8
* Chuckleheads Improv Fundraiser for Victoria Foundation at 7 p.m.
Victoria Martinsen is a 6-year-old who is battling cancer. Money raised by this event goes directly to Victoria and Victoria’s family. For more information, visit www.helpvictoria.org.
Sandtrap Bar & Billiards ~ 1923 Westinghouse Blvd. ~ Proceeds go to charity

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy, Oct. 26-31

Monday, October 26th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Monday, Oct. 26

* Laugh-A-Latte Open Mic at 8 p.m.
Featuring comedy, live music, and a DJ.
PJs Coffee & Lounge ~ 210 E. Trade St. ~ Free

* Careless Open Mic Stand-Up Open Mic at 9:30 p.m. (doors at 8 p.m.)
Join host Mike Buczek for this new open mic featuring no language or time restrictions.
Aposotrophe Lounge ~ 1440 S. Tryon St. ~ No cover

Tuesday, Oct. 27

* Stand-Up Comedy at The Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner Gemini.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10.

* Tilted Kilt Tuesday Comedy Series at 7 p.m.
This week Just June with Joel Reyes.
Tilted Kilt ~ 13230 Carowinds Blvd. ~ No Cover

* Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m.
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. This show is Rated R. No content or language restrictions. Comics, last call for sign-up at 9:30 p.m. All comics get five minutes. Special guest hosts Johnny Millwater and Joe Phoenix.
SK Net Café ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204 ~ $2

* Tone X and Friends at 9:30 p.m.
Tone X and Chris Robinson host.
Skandalos ~ 5317 E. Independence Blvd.

Thursday, Oct. 29

* NoDa Stand-Up Comedy Showcase at PreVue Music Hall at 8 p.m.
Join host Mike Buczek as he brings you this weekly stand-up showcase featuring Charlotte’s best up-and-coming stand-up talent.
PreVue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ No Cover

* 3 White Guys & A Black Dude Stand-up Showcase at 9 p.m.
A night of alternative stand-up comedy hosted by Steve Forrest. Featuring Jon Williams, Justin Morgan, Dan Weeks and Joe Pettis.
Cans Bar ~ 500 W. Trade St. ~ $10

* Habitual Ritual Presents Haloweelarious III at 10 p.m.
NoDa’s premiere sketch comedy troupe, Habitual Ritual, bring to you this very special annual presentation. With house band Crackers and Snackmeat.
Cabo Fish Taco ~ 3201 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

Friday, Oct. 30
* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.
Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedian Johnny Gemini.
Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~$15

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Short form shows similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

* mitOsis presents Halloween Eveill at 11 p.m.
This 2 man improv team hits the stage bringing you fast paced improv comedy. With Crackers and Snackmeat.
Carolina Actors Studio Theatre ~ 1118 Clement Ave. ~ $10

Saturday, Oct. 31

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Chicago-style long form improv comedy.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

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Best bets in Charlotte Comedy, Oct. 19-24

Monday, October 19th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Monday, Oct. 19
* Stand-Up Showcase at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.)
Join us for this special showcase. All comics on this line-up have spent the last six weeks honing the material for tonight’s show. Host Johnny Millwater brings to you Jack Belliveau, Craig Carter, Ted Delorme, Ellay, Chesney Goodson, Todd Joy, Marcya, Joe Phoenix, John Pool, Potter, and Stuart Watson.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ No cover

Tuesday, Oct. 20
* Stand-Up Comedy at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner Scotty K.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10.

Wednesday, Oct. 21
* Laugh Out Loud Wednesdays Stand-Up Open Mic at 8:30 p.m.
Hosted by Tasha Renee. Music by DJ Infinite.
Situations Lounge ~ 7801 University City Blvd.~ 704-494-8445 ~ Free before 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 22
* Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.
Good humor by bad people. Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe.
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ 704-342-2251~ $10

Friday, Oct. 23
* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Short form shows similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ 704-375-3747~ $10

Saturday, Oct. 24
* The Chuckleheads Improv 2nd Anniversary Show at 8 p.m.
The show will feature all the heavy duty audience participation improv comedy that you have come to expect from The Chuckleheads. Plus, singing, dancing, videos, food, drinks, giveaways.
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ 704-342-2251 ~ $10 at www.actorscrib.com or $15 at the door

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Chicago-style long form.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ $10

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Monday, October 12th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Monday, Oct. 12

* Careless Open Mic Stand-Up Open Mic at 9:30 p.m. (doors at 8 p.m.)
The Apostrophe Lounge in Charlotte’s SouthEnd opens its doors for this stand-up open mic.
Aposotrophe Lounge ~ 1440 S. Tryon St. ~ No cover

Tuesday, Oct. 13

* Stand-Up Comedy at The Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner DS.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $20.

* Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m.
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. This show is Rated R. No content or language restrictions. Comics, last call for sign-up is at 9:30 p.m. All comics get five minutes.
SK Net Café ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave.~ $2

* Tone X and Friends at 9:30 p.m.
Tone X and Chris Robinson host.
Skandalos ~ 5317 E. Independence Blvd.

Thursday, Oct. 15

* Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.

Good humor by bad people. Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe.

Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ $10

Friday, Oct. 16

* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.

Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians DS with Eric Counts.
Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~ $15

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8:00 PM
Short form shows similar to Who’s Line Is It Anyway?
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28205 ~ $10

Saturday, Oct. 17

* Kathy Griffin at Ovens Auditorium at 8 p.m.
Ovens Auditorium ~ 2700 East Independence Blvd. ~ $50

* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.
Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians DS with Eric Counts.
Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~$15

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Chicago-style long form.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ $10

* Talking Baby with Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.
Good humor by bad people. Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe as they revive Talking Baby of MTV fame.
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ $10

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Oct. 6
* Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m.
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic.  This show is Rated R.  No content or language restrictions.  Comics, last call for sign-up at 9:30 p.m. All comics get five minutes.
SK Net Café ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave. ~ $2

* Celebrity Headliner Craig Shoemaker at 8 p.m.
Lake Norman Comedy Zone in Galway Hooker Irish Pub ~ 17044 Kenton Rd., Cornelius ~  $20

Wednesday, Oct. 7
* Celebrity Headliner Craig Shoemaker at 8 p.m.
McGlohon Theatre ~ 345 N. College St. ~ $20

Thursday, Oct. 8
* Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.
Good humor by bad people.  Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe.
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ $10

Friday, Oct. 9
* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m.
Charlotte interactive improv comedy troupe needs your suggestions.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

Saturday, Oct. 10
* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.
Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians Brad Brake with Roy Haber.
Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~ $15

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Monday, September 28th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Sept. 29

* Stand-Up Comedy at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m. Nationally touring headliner Terry Tuff. Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10.

Thursday, Oct. 1

* Robot Johnson at 10 p.m. Good humor by bad people. Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe. Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St. ~ $10

* Stand-Up Comedy at 8:30 p.m. Hosted by Steve Forrest, with Joe Zimmerman, and from Los Angeles Dan Bialek. Cans Bar & Canteen ~ 500 W. 5th St. ~ $10

Friday, Oct. 2

* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m. Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians Terry Tuff & Todd Link. Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~$15

Saturday, Oct. 3

* Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv at 8 p.m. Charlotte interactive improv comedy troupe needs your suggestions. Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ $10

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Monday, September 21st, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Sept. 22
* Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m.
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. This show is Rated R. No content or language restrictions. Comics, last call for sign-up at 9:30 p.m. All comics get five minutes or performance time.
SK Net Café ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave. ~ $2

Wednesday, Sept. 23
* Anyone Can Play Guitar Night Open Mic at 8 p.m.
This is a true open mic featuring music, poetry and yes, even comedy.
SK Net Cafe ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave. ~ Free

Thursday, Sept. 24
* Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.
Good humor by bad people. Check out Charlotte’s premiere sketch comedy troupe.
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte ~ 650 E. Stonewall St.~ $10

Thursday, Sept. 24 – Sunday, Sept. 27
* Theater Stage at Festival in the Park at Freedom Park at various times
Check out the Theater Stage for many of Charlotte’s comedic acts.
Freedom Park ~ 1409 East Blvd. ~ festivalinthepark.org

Friday, Sept. 25
* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.
Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians.
Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~$1

Saturday, Sept. 26
* Celebrity Comic Brian Regan at 8 p.m.
Brian Regan is considered by many to be the best stand-up comic working today.
Ovens Auditorium ~ 2700 E. Independence Blvd. ~ $34.50

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

 Tuesday, Sept. 15
* Stand-Up Comedy at The Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 7 p.m.
Nationally touring headliner Jody Kerns.
Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ 704-895-1782 ~ $10.

Wednesday, Sept. 17
* All-Stars Showcase benefit for ‘element 7′ Volunteer Group at 8 p.m.
Join host Potter along with Charlotte’s best up-and-coming comics.  Treat yourself to a fun evening out while helping out a great cause.
Wine-Up ~ 3306 N. Davidson St. ~ $10 cash at door

Thursday, Sept. 17
* Stand-Up Comedy at Gastonia Comedy Zone at 8 p.m.
Featuring nationally touring stand-up comedian Bryan Cork & Jeremy Pierce.
Jack Rabbit’s ~ 1225 Union Road, Gastonia ~ Reservations 704-864-1966 ~ $10

Friday, Sept. 18
* Final Underground Comedy Stand-Up Showcase at 9 p.m.
Join John and Steve as they blow-out this final installment of the Underground Comedy Showcase.  Featuring the comedy of not one, but two John Colwells, Bruce Bellile, Chesney Goodson, and Steve Forrest.
Cans ~ 500 W. 5th St. ~ $5

Saturday, Sept. 19
* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m.
Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedians Ron Feingold & Dennis Ross.
Alive ~ Behind Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St. ~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~ $15

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Best bets in Charlotte comedy this week

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

As the headline suggests, here are a few of the best places to find comedy events in Charlotte — from stand-up to improv to sketch comedy and more. For a complete listing of all comedy visit www.CharlotteComedyLIVE.com.

Tuesday, Sept. 8

* Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. This show is Rated R. No content or language restrictions. Comics, last call for sign-up at 9:30 p.m. All comics get five minutes. SK Net Café ~ 1425 Elizabeth Ave.~ $2

* Stand-up Comedy. Featuring nationally touring comedian Phil Hogan at 8 p.m. Lake Norman Comedy Zone at Galway Hooker Pub ~ 17044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius ~ $10

Friday-Saturday, Sept. 11-12

* Stand-up Comedy at Alive in NoDa at 8 p.m. Stand-up comedy with nationally touring comedian Phil Hogan. Alive ~ 2909 N. Davidson St.~ Reservations 704-930-2200 ~ $15

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