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Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Arts / Debbie Millwater / News Best bets in Charlotte comedy, April 12-16
Posted By Anita Overcash on Tue, Apr 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM
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, April 12
Gorilla Preschool Improv Comedy at 9 p.m.
Shows are similar to Whose Line is it Anyway?. The entire direction of the show is dictated by the audience and their suggestions.
Petra's Piano Bar ~ 1919 Commonwealth Ave., Charlotte ~ $5
Opening Night of 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 up for five minutes.
Crown Station Pub (formerly the SK Net Cafe) ~ 1425 Elizabeth St., Charlotte ~ $2
Wednesday, April 13
Open Mic at 10 p.m.
Do you have some new material to work out? Sign up at 9:30 p.m.
Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free
Thursday, April 14
Charlotte House of Comedy at 9 p.m.
Brought to you by Charlotte's legendary comedian Nick Lewis. This week starring comedian Antoine Blackman.
Allure ~ 1508 S. Mint St, Charlotte ~ $10
Friday, April 15 & Saturday, April 16
Spanky Brown at The Comedy Zone Fort Mill at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.
Spanky shares his unique perspective on everything from his life, politics and religion, race relations and relationships. Versatility and style best describe this veteran performer.
Madison's On The Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10
Saturday, April 16
Improv Comedy by Charlotte Comedy Theater at 8 p.m.
Competitive short form improv where Charlotte's top improvisers compete against one another for your affection. Lots of audience participation.
Prevue ~ 2909 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28205 ~ $10 cash at the door
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