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, May 31
Taboo Tuesday Open Mic @ 9:30 p.m. (Comedians sign-up at 9 p.m.)
The way open mic was meant to be with no language or content restrictions. Every comedian who signs up goes up for 5 minutes. This week hosted by Johnny Millwater.
Crown Station Pub ~ Formerly the SK Net Cafe ~ 1425 Elizabeth St. Charlotte, NC ~ $2
Wednesday, June 1
Cans4Comedy benefiting the Mens Homeless Shelter at 10 p.m.
Host Ty Longworth brings you this special showcase featuring Katie Malik, Justin Thompson, Kyle Field and Andy Perez. Plus free appetizers.
Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC, 28204 ~ Canned goods & cash donations
Thursday, June 2
Carolina Comedy Cavalcade at 8 p.m.
Host William Spann introduces you to some of the most hilarious rising stars including Noah Lemmons and Steve Price. Also Derek Blackmon. Then stay for open mic at 9:30 p.m.
The Comedy Zone Fort Mill ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC 29708 ~ $10
Friday and Saturday, June 3-4
Kenny Smith at The Comedy Zone Fort Mill at 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.
Young, fresh, loaded with energy, and just a lot of fun to be around, Kenny Smith is a guy who knows how to stir things up and keep audiences roaring with laughter.
Madison's On The Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC 29708 ~ $10
Friday, June 3
Improv Comedy by Improv Charlotte at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Wine-Up in NoDa ~ 3306C N. Davidson St. Charlotte, NC ~ $5 (proceeds to charity)
Saturday, June 4
"I'm SINGLE in Charlotte" Improv Show #3 by Funny Bone Improv at 8 p.m.
Young, fresh, loaded with energy, and just a lot of fun to be around, Kenny Smith is a guy who knows how to stir things up and keep audiences roaring with laughter. Meet the cast at 7:15 p.m.
The Hampton Inn of Matthews ~ 9615 Independence Pointe Pky, Matthews, NC 28105 ~ $10
Sunday, June 5
Funny First Sunday at 9 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.)
Funny comedy hosted by Nick Lewis & DS.
House of Jazz ~ 8630 University Exec Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262 ~ $15 at door
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