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, Jan. 10
Taboo Tuesday Open Mic at 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 on stage for five minutes. This week's guest host is Ryan Van Genderen.
Crown Station Pub ~ 1425 Elizabeth St., Charlotte ~ $2
Wednesday, Jan. 11
Live Show & TV Taping for Crazy Late with Johnny Millwater at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.)
Come be part of a live studio audience. This week's guests include comedian DC Curry, documentary film producer Scott Lazes and sexy cellist/vocalist Sarah Clanton Schaeffer.
The Comedy Zone Charlotte ~ 900 NC Music Factory Blvd., Charlotte~ $10
Thursday, Jan. 12-Saturday, Jan. 14
DC Curry (pictured below) at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.)
You know him as the host of BET’s Comic View. He also appeared in Next Fridayand Friday After Next.
The Comedy Zone Charlotte ~ 900 NC Music Factory Blvd., Charlotte ~ $10-$15
Thursday, Jan. 12
Open Mic Night at 9:30 p.m. (comics sign-up at 9:15 p.m.)
Come to laugh or take the stage for five minutes - that is, if you're funny enough.
The Comedy Zone Fort Mill ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill
Friday, Jan. 13
The FreeStyle Funny Comedy Show at 8 p.m.
Starring comedians BDaht, Darren Brand, Burpie, Chico Bean & OsamaBinDrankin.
Club Lux ~ 200 E. Bland St., Charlotte
Saturday, Jan. 14
Julie Scoggins at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.
The 6’2 southern gal is a former trucker, cab driver, baseball mascot, pooper-scooper and charm school grad. Her lengthy list of occupations and funny experiences have made her a comedian well-worth checking out.
The Comedy Zone Fort Mill ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10
Sunday, Jan. 15
Family Friendly Show: Improv Comedy by Charlotte Comedy Theater at 5 p.m.
The perfect outing for the entire family. Kids love watching their suggestions come to life being performed by improv actors.
The Comedy Zone Charlotte ~ 900 Seaboard St., Charlotte ~ $5-$10