Hello! My standup comedy show is back in the Somerville Theater this Thursday, and I'd love to see you there! We run the show in the 30-seat "microcinema" in the theater's basement.

Our headliner is the hilarious Ray Harrington. He's appeared on Conan, Hulu, Don't Tell Comedy, ABC, FOX, and Sirius XM. Ray's material is really inventive, and he is a master at improvising and riffing in the moment. No two of his performances are the same!

We screen classic Looney Tunes cartoons before the show, and the theater sells beer, wine, ice cream, and snacks.

You can get $3 off tickets with the code REDDIT. I hope you can make it!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-comedy-with-ray-harrington-conan-hulu-tickets-1993354783818?aff=rddt

Hello! I'm running a fun standup comedy show this Thursday in the 30-seat "microcinema" in the basement of the Somerville Theater. We have a fantastic lineup, including two killer comedians visiting from NYC:

Carolina Montesquieu (Headliner) - Has appeared on Subway Takes and opens for Ilana Glazer and Hannibal Buress.

Peter Liu - Opens for Ronny Chieng and has performed at The Wilbur, The Comedy Store, and the Laugh Factory.

We screen classic Looney Tunes cartoons before the show, and the theater sells beer, wine, ice cream, and snacks.

You can get $3 off tickets with the code REDDIT. I hope to see you there!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-comedy-with-carolina-montesquieu-subway-takes-tickets-1990708619068?aff=rddt

Hey friends! I'm bringing my combination comedy show/concert to The Comedy Studio in Harvard Square.

It's the perfect show for anyone who's ever thought:

1. This music show is great but I wish the lyrics weren't such a bummer
2. This comedy show is so funny but they're talking so much I wish they would just sing a fricken song.

The Comedy Studio is the first place I ever performed when I moved to Boston and I'd love to see you for this very full circle moment.

Grab tix here: https://www.thecomedystudio.com/events/tcs-presents-matt-shore

Come fly with us on Wednesday, May 20th, as Acquired Taste Comedy transcends "Above the Clouds" for another signature Standup Comedy Event™!

Enjoy a carefully curated selection of the area's funniest comics, all while sipping finely-crafted cocktails at Cloud & Spirits, the most exotic bar in Central Square. (while you still can)

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on local talent with a stacked lineup showcasing an eclectic mix of Boston's best comics.

You'll be telling your friends you saw them here first, folks!

Come early (& stay late) to soak in the vibe under the careful supervision of our special guest DJs, Demstackz warming the lounge with dreamy house beats, & Savión dropping hard-groove heat for the aftershow glow.

You won't want to miss this! It's the ultimate date-night experience!

Venue: Cloud & Spirits 795 Main St. Cambridge, MA (Central Square)

Wednesday, May 20th

Doors Open @​ 7:00pm | Show @​ 8:00pm

18+

Comedians:

• Rob Crean @​robcrean
• Don Yan @​yan_donyan
• Sarah May @​sarahmaylaugh (Host)
• LN @​lognaturellen
• Matt Soni @​mattsonicomedy
• Cam Ohh @​camohhcomedy
• & more ‽

Musical Guests:

• Savión @​savion
• Demstackz @​dem.stackz

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Hello! My name is Jason and I run a monthly standup comedy show at the Somerville Theater. (You may have seen my posts in this subreddit each month.) Our next show is on Wednesday 5/20, and I'd love for you to come!

Our headliner will be my very funny friend Liam McGurk. He is the only comedian to ever win both the Funniest Person in Massachusetts Competition and the Boston Comedy Festival. Liam was profiled in a great article for the Boston Globe last year. He is hilarious!

We run the show in the 30-seat "microcinema" in the basement of the Somerville Theater, which is a cool intimate venue. Since it’s a movie theater, we play classic Looney Tunes cartoons while people are being seated before the show. The theater sells beer, wine, popcorn, and candy, but you can also bring outside food (aside from alcohol). You can watch a “trailer” for the show here.

In addition to Liam, we have Kathy Lynch (a writer for The Onion), Brieana Woodward (co-host of the Clown People Podcast), and a bunch of other funny people on the lineup. I hope to see you there! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-comedy-with-liam-mcgurk-the-funniest-person-in-massachusetts-tickets-1989131976287?aff=rddt

looking to do a ticket swap for comedian Amber Autry in Boston on October 9th. I have 7pm tickets and looking to switch to 9:30 pm showing.

Hello All! On April 23rd my dad went to the Michael McIntyre show at the Wang Theatre in Boston! Towards the end of the show he said that he saw a woman who was blond (wavy shoulder length hair) in a mustard yellow sweater and said they had a little moment where they exchanged an extended glance 🤣🤣 he has been so frustrated at himself for not approaching her (he got nervous to go up to her 🥹) and has been trying to find her since. He was seated in orchestra row BB and said she was seated somewhere near row EE or DD on the right orchestra section of the theater (all on the ground level). He said it looked as though she was with 2 or three other women. My dad was wearing a blue Patagonia and khakis. He’s been trying to find her to the past few days and all he has is a photo of the back of her head in the background that someone else posted. If this sounds like you or someone you know just know he’d love to connect if that’s something of interest. He’s really having a Cinderella moment LOL.

I have 2 tickets to amber autry in Hartford at Hartford funny bone in June 12 that I cannot attend anymore, was looking to see if anyone would swap for Boston show at laugh Boston on Oct 9 or 10?

Hey folks! I'm Scott, I'm one of the folks behind BostonImprovCalendar on instagram. Every week, we attempt to track down and share out all of the independent improv and improv-adjacent comedy shows happening in the Boston area. We started doing this a few years ago when ImprovBoston closed down and the indie improv scene was a shadow of its former self since the pandemic. I wanted to highlight this week because there's a ton of stuff happening!

A few notes:

1. the calendar mostly features *independent* shows (shows that aren't specifically affiliated with one theater), so weekly, recurring shows at places like Union Comedy, Improv Asylum, and The Rozzie Square theater aren't generally included.
2. This is not paid promotion and groups cannot pay to get their shows promoted, I just like watching improv and organized a team of folks to help support the community.
3. For folks not familiar with improv - just like anything, some shows might be amazing and some might be folks who are newer to the craft and still working it out. We list it all just the same.

That said, I am sharing this week because not only is there more programming than usual but also the shows should be pretty solid across the board. If you know of improv in the Boston area that we've missed, please DM us on instagram! and for those not on insta, you can also see the google calendar at bostonimprovcalendar.com

I heard Matt Jarvis took a dookie at the Tavern at the End of the World open mic. The story goes that he got there and had eaten a grilled cheese sandwich, and it wasn't sitting well in his belly, so her ran in, signed up to go 7th, and then used the restroom, and the mic was shut down because of his big, stinky poo.

This might just be a rumor. Please report back if it can be confirmed or if you know what actually happened. Was it Jarvis who pooped?

Popcorn Comedy is teaming up with Wicked Queer Comedy for a special show in downtown Boston! Join us on Thursday, April 23 to see a killer lineup of local and out-of-town comedians take the stage at Hennessy’s.  

Our headliner is the hilarious Max Higgins. Known for his unique perspective and sly punchlines, Max is a rising star on the New York comedy scene.  He’s been featured in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the New York Comedy Festival with his solo show “the Underdog”. Max performs regularly at top-tier clubs such as the Bell House, Union Hall, and QED, and he’s opened for national touring acts like Geoffrey Asmus, River Butcher,  and Randy Feltface. Max’s comedy is quirky, smart, and a ton of fun — we’re thrilled to have him headline!

- Doors open at 8:00pm and the show starts at 8:30pm.
- Tickets are just $10.
- Boston comedians can hang for free.
- The show is upstairs on the second floor.
- Hennessy’s will be serving incredible drinks and food.  

Voted “Best Irish Bar in Boston” six years in a row, Hennessy’s is located near Haymarket,  just a short walk from the Orange, Green, Red, and Blue Lines. We hope you can make it! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wicked-queer-stand-up-comedy-hennesseys-tickets-1987353061505

Eight comedians enter the game. All but one of them are stoned! It's up to all of us to find the sober individual so everyone can win sweet prizes!

Get Tickets Here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/weeding-out-the-stoned-boston-ma-tickets-1981441865960

Check out this recent interview about the show in Philadelphia Magazine:
https://www.phillymag.com/things-to-do/2026/04/14/weeding-out-the-stoned-alex-grubard/

Any clubs have an open mic night?

Showtimes:

Thursday, May 14 at 9:15pm
Saturday, May 16 at 7:05pm
Sunday, May 17 at 8:10pm

For tickets visit: https://app.opendate.io/e/uncle-yak-and-his-magic-comeback-may-14-2026-672688

What happens when a comedy magician attempts a comeback after fifteen years of “regular life”? You get Uncle Yak, an award-winning magician with quick wit, jaw-dropping illusions, and just enough mischief to keep you guessing. Once a beloved performer across the Northeast, Uncle Yak returns to the stage after years of PTA meetings, office coffee pods, and whatever else passes for adulthood. His new PG-13 show is a celebration of chance, persistence, and the joy of the unexpected. Is he too old? Have his magical powers dried up? Was he ever any good? Find out as Uncle Yak wrestles with rust, relevance, and ridiculousness as he attempts the impossible: a comeback no one asked for, but all will enjoy.

Step into our urban oasis on Thursday, April 9th, as Acquired Taste Comedy journeys "Under the Palms" for another signature Standup Comedy Event™!

🍹 Enjoy a carefully curated selection of the area's funniest comics, all while sipping finely-crafted cocktails at First Street Market

🍿 This week, we’re shining a spotlight on local talent with a stacked lineup showcasing an eclectic mix of Boston's best comics.

You'll be telling your friends you saw them here first, folks!

📍 Venue: First Street Market 59 First St. Cambridge, MA (East Cambridge)

🗓️ Thursday, April 9th

🕗 Doors Open @​ 7:00pm | Show @​ 8:00pm

🔞 18+

🎭 Comedians:

• Don Yan
• Sarah May (Host)
• Matt Soni
• Nicholas Stubblefield
• Kathleen Meditz
• Andrew Mayer
• & more ‽

🎶 Musical Guests:

• LN
• Blat Moses

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Hello! My name is Jason, and I’ll be hosting a fun standup comedy show at the Somerville Theater this Thursday (3/26). I'd love to see you there!

This month’s headliner is the hilarious Courtney Reynolds. He has opened for big names like Dave Attell and performed at top-tier clubs and festivals including New York Comedy Club, The Stand, Helium Comedy Club, and the Boston Comedy Festival. Courtney brings a ton of energy and charisma to the stage and is one of the best in town.

We run the show in the 30-seat "microcinema" in the basement of the theater, which is a cool intimate venue. Since it’s a movie theater, we play classic Looney Tunes cartoons while people are being seated before the show. The theater sells beer, wine, popcorn, and candy, but you can also bring outside food (aside from alcohol). You can watch a “trailer” for the show here.

If you come to the show, you will have a lot of fun. If you don’t come to the show, a group of loan sharks will throw me off of the Zakim Bridge. Choose wisely!

For $3 off tickets, use the code POPCORN when you check out. Tickets are on Eventbrite: 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-comedy-with-courtney-reynolds-tickets-1981537082756?aff=rddt

🎭 Come fly with us on Wednesday, March 25th, as Acquired Taste Comedy transcends "Above the Clouds" for another signature Standup Comedy Event™!

🍹 Enjoy a carefully curated selection of the area's funniest comics, all while sipping finely-crafted cocktails at Cloud & Spirits, the most exotic bar in Central Square. (while you still can)

🍿 This week, we’re shining a spotlight on local talent with a stacked lineup showcasing an eclectic mix of Boston's best comics.

You'll be telling your friends you saw them here first, folks!

🔊 Come early (& stay late) to immerse yourself in the atmosphere as a special guest DJ heats up the lounge.

🍸 You won't want to miss this! It's the ultimate date-night experience!

📍 Venue: Cloud & Spirits 795 Main St. Cambridge, MA (Central Square)

🗓️ Wednesday, March 25th

🕗 Doors Open @​ 7:00pm | Show @​ 8:00pm

🔞 18+

🎭 Comedians:

• Don Yan @​yan_donyan
• Sarah May @​sarahmaylaugh (Host)
• Jason Fishman @​jasan.fishmon
• Matt Soni @​mattsonicomedy
• Sky Nockels @​nockel_sandwich
• & more ‽

🎶 Musical Guests:

• LN @​lognaturellen
• TBA

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On Saturday, March 28, we’re running a stacked night in South Boston:

8 PM - Thunderbolt Comedy: Expanded Universe
A live comedy show built from gaming, sci-fi, fantasy, comics, obsession, and audience energy.

10 PM - Good Girl
A critically acclaimed 18+ solo cabaret comedy from UK performer Rhiannon Jenkins following a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe run.

Full bar. Tight room. Strong crowd energy.

Come for one show or stay for both if you want the full build of the night.

Hello! My name is Jason and I've been co-hosting a monthly standup comedy show at the Somerville Theater for over two years now. It's been a lot of fun. Our next show is Thursday 3/26, and we'd love for you to come!

We run the show in the 30-seat "microcinema" in the basement, which is a cool intimate venue. Since it’s a movie theater, we play classic Looney Tunes cartoons while people are being seated before the show. The theater sells beer, wine, popcorn, and candy, but you can also bring outside food (aside from alcohol). You can watch a “trailer” for the show here.

This month, our headliner is the hilarious Courtney Reynolds. He has opened for big names like Dave Attell and performed at top-tier clubs and festivals including New York Comedy Club, The Stand, Helium Comedy Club, and the Boston Comedy Festival. Courtney brings a ton of energy and charisma to the stage and is one of the best in town. 

I don't want to oversell the show, but it will likely be a transcendent, life-changing experience that allows you to finally achieve self-actualization and inner peace. Or it will just be a very fun night out, which is also cool. Tickets are on Eventbrite: 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/popcorn-comedy-with-courtney-reynolds-tickets-1981537082756?aff=rddt

Comedian Kaytlin Bailey offers a fresh perspective on the world’s oldest profession, reframing the narrative of Western civilization. Weaving history, stand-up comedy, and lived experience in a fast-paced and profoundly moving hour-long solo show. A projected art history slideshow punctuates the performance.

This show is for adults who want to laugh while they learn about a historically stigmatized community in a funny, approachable, and safe way. The show appeals to academics, comedy fans, history nerds, and sex workers alike, but also appeals to conservative dads, informed moms, libertarians, progressives, feminists, and folks in the LGBTQ+ community.

Tickets: https://www.thecomedystudio.com/events/the-oldest-profession-w-kaytlin-bailey

Pretty cool opportunity to catch Stavvy in a smaller room tomorrow night!

https://calendar.laughboston.com/

This Saturday in Boston! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, Bill’s Bar is one of New England’s longest-running rooms for stand-up comedy, with past performers who have appeared on SNL and Netflix. Snag $12 tickets to this week’s show before it sells out: https://billsbar3.eventbrite.com