You already know that there are aton of great places to see stand - up in the urban center , but here ’s what you may not know : a lot of them are all devoid . And , no , that does n’t mean they ’re bad – in fact , almost all of them have been frequented by well - known comic at one stop or another ( and the residue have been blessed with the the like of certain - to - be noted up - and - arrival ) . So the next clip you need an underground chancel for splendid comedy for the price of $ 0.00 , contain out these .
“Let’s See, What Else” at Poco
Wed at 8pmLocal comedians Tom Delgado and Missy Baker host a newfangled good deal of both rise and establish comedian in this eating place ’s intimate below cellar every hebdomad ( there ’s a bar down there , relax ! ) – which signify you could quite literally be rubbing elbows with reputable strip like Nick Vatterott ( Comedy Central , Late Night With Jimmy Fallon ) andSNLcast member Sasheer Zamata .
“Hot Soup” at Irish Exit
Tuesdays at 8pmAlthough the Steelers lover that clump to this saloon add their own comedic flair , the 50 - place showroom in the back features legit comedians as well . Aziz Ansari and Jeff Garlin are just a duad of the heavy - batsman who have stopped by for an impromptu exercise set .
“Gandhi, Is That You” at Lucky Jack’s
Wednesdays at 9pmEvery joker in this typically seven- to eight - person lineup has some cred , and we do n’t just mean of the street variety . Think writer and actors from Comedy Central , MTV , and NBC . you’re able to also count on the occasional adept like Todd Barry , Judah Friedlander and , um , Vinny Guadagnino ( fist ticker ! ) dropping - in to test new cloth .
“Comedy as a Second Language” at The Delancey
Thursdays at 8pmThis show has been rotating in newfangled comedian for nearly eight twelvemonth , but in late month it go over to The Delancey ’s showroom . Luckily , the same antics , yawl laughs , gimcrack drinks , and new quite a little of comedians every week follow ( as did the free admittance ) .
“Whiplash” at Upright Citizens Brigade
Monday at 11pmThis show is devoid , but so notoriously great that getting a reservation ( or even standing way ) can be damn near inconceivable . Book too soon , because it ’s that good . Not only because UCB has long been the birthplace of great comics , but also because even Louis C.K. counts this show among his pet , and he seldom like anything .
“The Front Room” at the Knitting Factory
Wed and Sundays at 9pmYou may have realise this peculiar quaternary stop in at bear - for show – like The Strand – but they also host their own every calendar week . And almost every calendar week , a surprisal Guest makes an appearance . But even if they do n’t , the laughs keep coming thanks to the $ 6 PBR & shot combo that coincides with the show .
“Live From Outer Space” at The Cobra Club
Fridays at 9pmThis no - frills weekly show host by a kinky trio of rising comedians ( Erik Bergstrom of Comedy Central andThe New Yorker ; John F. O’Donnell of Comedy Central ; and Ben Kronberg ofLast Comic Standing ) always call a good time with special invitee stars and salute specials . Also , we ca n’t make any promises , but we have it on pretty good authority that something laughable will go down .
“Broken Comedy” at Bar Matchless
Mondays at 9pmThe hosts of this show should be reason enough for you to pay heed , since they include comedian trio Nimesh Patel , Mike Denny , and Michael Che fromSNL ’s " Weekend Update . ” Plus , since they recruit the performer , you have it away the endowment also wo n’t let down .
Open mic night at Legion Bar
Sundays at 6:00pmYes , open mic nights are typically dread ( or only slenderly less - abominable than you thought ) , but it ’s hard not to find this biotic community of misfit at least mildly entertaining . Plus the crowd is n’t terribly judgmental , so if you ’re feel brave you’re able to give it a worry - innocent swirl .
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Michael Che at “Broken Comedy,” Bar Matchless | New York City Broken Comedy
HOT SOUP Comedy Show at Irish Exit
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