Best Upcoming Open Mic Comedy Shows In Los Angeles
Laughter is good for the soul, as we have all heard countless times. When you laugh it can cure depression, make a horrible day great, and help us to relax. Los Angeles is full of comedy venues, whether you enjoy performing or listening to clean comedy or adult rated comedy, the city has something for everyone to enjoy. Check out some of the top places that host open mic nights.
Ontario Improv
4555 Mills Circle
Ontario, CA 91764
(909) 484-5411
www.ontario.improv.com
Located just 25 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles, right in between L.A. and Orange County, the Improv is open weekly and features independent acts from rising comedians to big headliners such as Chris Tucker, Shane, and a handful of others. Admission is also very reasonable if you want to get out the house, but save a little money. The Impov holds their open mic nights on Mondays for those who want to get up on stage.
Da Poetry Lounge
The Greenway Court Theater
544 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 656-7679
www.dapoetrylounge.com
For the past 19 years, Da' Poetry Lounge has been filling seats and has been named the largest and longest running weekly venue in the country. Every Tuesday night from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. instead of going to happy hour at a local restaurant you can kill two birds in one stone by having your after-work drink and laughing your butt off to local comedians. Admission is just $5 on open mic nights and $10 on slam nights. The event is hosted by Shihan with music by Brutha Gimel of Klassic Produkshuns.
Stories Books And Cafe
1716 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 413-3733
storiesla.com
There's nothing more chill than a good book and a nice cup of joe. But Storie Book and Cafe is more than your average bookstore. The venue allows vendors to come in on a weekly basis to host a variety of events, so if you've been itching to host your own open mic spot, this is the place. Also, check out their website for an updated list of upcoming events.
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Flypoet Spoken Word & Music Showcase
214 S. La Brea Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 559-1670
This event is held every first Friday at The Savoy Entertainment Center. Whether you're a seasoned poet or have always been writing but have yet to put your poetry on the stage, this night is for you. The vibes are great and the people are greater.
Cafe Club Fais Do-Do
5253 W. Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 931-4636
www.faisdodo.com
Some people probably wonder about the name Fais Do-Do. Well, Fais Do-Do is a gumbo (mixture) of eclectic music and diverse people who have come together to build a stronger community by providing exposure to new cultures, sounds and philosophies. The cafe showcases a variety of sounds from world music, jazz and blues, R&B, funk, soul, rock and alternative rocks from musicians around the Los Angeles area. On Friday nights, the venue has open mic nights for those who have that creative bug in them and want to share their talents. Fais Do-Do is located in the heart of L.A.'s Mid-City district.
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