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, Oct. 5

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions. Rated R. Comics come out for your five minutes. Hosted by Olie.

The Mill at Boudreaux's ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ $5

Wednesday, Oct. 6

Explicit Content Stand-up Showcase at 9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Ryan Van Genderen. Charlotte's comics break out their hardest hitting, edgiest humor that's too bold for other stages. This show is not for the easily offended.

Closet Nightclub ~ 1202 Charlottetown Ave. Charlotte ~ $5

Thursday, Oct. 7

Funny First Thursday at 9 p.m.

This month we feature "Comedian Lav Luv" from the Monique show and Bill Bellamy's "Who's Got Jokes" The show will also display the hilarious talents of Comedian Burpie. Music by DJ Shogun.

Twilight Caribbean Restaurant ~ 10210 Berkeley Place Drive, Charlotte

Friday, Oct. 8

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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Oct. 9

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Matt Davis. Believing nothing is "off-limits" his material ranges from the taboo and unspoken to the simple facets and truths of everyday life all spun together by an off track train of thought at full steam ahead.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10

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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.

Monday, Sept. 27

Charlotte Comedy Theater Student Show at 8 p.m.

Courtyard Hooligans ~ 140 Brevard Court, Charlotte~ $5 cash at door

Tuesday, Sept. 28

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions. Rated R. Comics come out for your 5 minutes. Hosted by Olie.

The Mill at Boudreaux's ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ $5

Wednesday, Sept. 29

Explicit Content Stand-up Showcase at 9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Ryan Van Genderen. Charlotte's comics break out their hardest hitting, edgiest humor that's too bold for other stages. This show is NOT for the easily offended.

Closet Nightclub ~ 1202 Charlottetown Ave. Charlotte ~ $5

Thursday, Sept. 30

The Chuckleheads Improv Comedy at 8 p.m.

See this fast-paced, hard-hitting, highly interactive improv comedy show. Your suggestions fuel the imagination of the improv performers for this unique, customized-to-you show.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10 cash at door

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.

Monday, Sept. 20

Mitch Fatel at 7:30 p.m.

With his seemingly innocent and friendly demeanor, the veteran comedian quickly engages the audience and then catches them off guard with his mischievous observations

McGlohon Theatre ~ 345 North College St., Charlotte ~ $25

Tuesday, Sept. 21

The Southern Comedy Quartet at 8:30 p.m.

Jarrod Harris, Sean Patton, Nate Bargatze, and Rory Scovel.  These comics have been featured on Comedy Central, Conan O'brien, Jimmy Fallen, VH1, and Tru TV.

Tremont Music Hall ~ 400 West Tremont Ave., Charlotte ~ $8

Wednesday, Sept. 22

Explicit Content Stand-up Showcase at 9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Ryan Van Genderen.  Charlotte's comics break out their hardest hitting, edgiest humor that's too bold for other stages.  This show is not for the easily offended.

Closet Nightclub ~ 1202 Charlottetown Ave., Charlotte ~ $5

Thursday, Sept. 23

Real American Comedy Showcase Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m.

Stand-up and sketch comedy all in one show. Join Butch Hockersmith, host of the hit public access TV show 'Real Americans with Butch & Skeeter', as he brings you this very special comedy showcase featuring Olie, Craig Carter, Ryan Van Genderen and Chesney.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Friday, Sept. 24

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Ron Feingold.  More than just stand-up comedy - funny a cappella songs too.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Saturday, Sept. 25

Whose Live Anyway at 7 p.m.

Whose Line Is It Anyway performers Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Chip Esten and Jeff B. Davis leave their audiences gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is the key to the show so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage. It's a night of unforgettably funny interactive comedy.

Knight Theater ~ 430 N. Tryon St., Charlotte ~ $34.50

Ron White at 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.

Comedian Ron "Tater Salad" White is best known as the cigar smoking, scotch drinking funnyman from the "Blue Collar Comedy" phenomenon.  Seen on The Late Show with David Letterman and  The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

Ovens Auditorium ~ 2700 East Independence Blvd., Charlotte ~ $44.75

Sunday, Sept. 26

Celebrity Ben Bailey at 7:30 p.m.

Acclaimed stand-up comedian and Emmy Award winning host of Cash Cab, Ben Bailey will be here for one night only. As a stand-up he has also been profiled in publications such as the New York Times, Maxim, the Associated Press.

McGlohon Theatre~ 345 North College St., Charlotte ~ $25

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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, Sept. 14

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions.  Rated R.  Comics come out for your 5 minutes.  Hosted by Olie.

The Mill at Boudreaux’s ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ $5

Wednesday, Sept. 15

Explicit Content Stand-up Showcase at 9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Ryan Van Genderen.  Charlotte's comics break out their hardest hitting, edgiest humor that's too bold for other stages.  This show is NOT for the easily offended.

Closet Nightclub ~ 1202 Charlottetown Ave. Charlotte ~ $5

Thursday, Sept. 16

All-Stars Showcase Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m.

Charlotte's brightest up-and-coming stand-up stars storm the stage.  A fast paced, funny show from start to finish.  Hosted by Danny Swiftt.  Featuring D. Moore, Brian Simms, Todd Spinks, Derek Blackmon, Aaron Bruggeman, Adam Portrais, Tyler Cox, Craig Carter, Kimmii Smith, and Joe Phoenix.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Friday, Sept. 17

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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Sept. 18

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Tim Statum.  Tim is a Birmingham native who will keep

you in stitches with his southern style humor and storytelling.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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, Sept. 7

Grandma Lee at Fort Mill Comedy Zone at 8 p.m.

Grandma Lee is America's funniest and most outrageous grandmother who is not close to being ready for the rocking chair. Seen on America's Got Talent, Last Comic Standing, HBO and Comic View.

Madison's On The Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions. Rated R. Comics come out for your five minutes. Hosted by Olie Cuevas.

The Mill at Boudreaux’s ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ $ 5 ~ Free code to get in is “Oreo”

Wednesday, Sept. 8

Explicit Content Stand-up Showcase at 9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Ryan Van Genderen. Charlotte's comics break out their hardest hitting, edgiest humor that's too bold for other stages. This show is not for the easily offended.

Closet Nightclub ~ 1202 Charlottetown Ave. Charlotte ~ $5 ~ Free code to get in is "Twisted"

Thursday, Sept. 9

Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 8 p.m.

Voted as Charlotte Magazine's Best of the Best in 2010 for sketch comedy, come see why everyone has been raving about Robot Johnson. Funny on the binary level. Rated R.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10 cash at the door

Friday, Sept. 10

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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Sept. 11

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner David Graham, “America’s Clean Comedy Guy!”

Fort Mill Comedy Zone ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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.

Monday, Aug. 30

Graduation Showcase at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:30 p.m.)

They've been hard at work the last 8 weeks writing their sets, now come out and see the freshest comedy in town.  You'll hardly believe it's a student show.

Galway Hooker ~ 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius ~ Free

Tuesday, Aug. 31

Carlos Mencia at 7:30 p.m.

Carlos uses his unrelenting provocative nature and unabashed humor to poke at racial stereotypes and modern day absurdities.

McGlohon Theatre~ 345 North College St., Charlotte ~ $35

Wednesday, Sept. 1

Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.)

Show us your funny side and feel free to get up to tell your own jokes. Or just hang out with friends and take in the laughs.

Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free

Thursday, Sept. 2

Charlotte Comedy Theater Improv Showcase at 8 p.m.

By special request, Charlotte's premiere improv troupe storms the Fort Mill Comedy Zone.  Knee-slapping, side-splitting, fast-paced improv comedy.  Each show is unique based on audience suggestions, so you don't want to miss this one-time only show.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Friday, Sept. 3

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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Sept. 4

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Brad Brake.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madisons on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Sunday, Sept. 5

Funny First Sunday at 9 p.m.

Nick Lewis, DS Sanders, with headliner Shaun Jones.  Band and after party.

House of Jazz ~ 8630 University Exec Park Drive, Charlotte ~ $10 in advanced;  $15 at the  door

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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, Aug. 24

Stand-Up Comedy at Lake Norman Comedy Zone at 8 p.m. (seating at 7 p.m.)

Nationally touring headliner Kurt Green.

Galway Hooker ~ 7044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius ~ $10

Wednesday, Aug. 25

Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.)

Show us your funny side and feel free to get up to tell your own jokes. Or just hang out with friends and take in the laughs.

Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free

Thursday, Aug. 26

Real American Comedy Stand-Up Showcase at 8 p.m.

Public access TV's Butch Hockersmith (host of Real Americans with Butch & Skeeter) hits the stand-up stage bringing you his favorite young comedians: Olie Cuevas, Spencer Yoo, Joe Phoenix and Chesney Goodson.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10 cash at the door

Friday, Aug. 27

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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Aug. 28

Robot Johnson Sketch Comedy at 10 p.m.

Winner of Charlotte Magazine's 2010 Best of the Best for Sketch Comedy, Robot Johnson brings you and entirely new sketch show this Saturday night.  Funny on the binary lever.  Good humor by bad people.  This show is not to be missed. Carolina Actors Studio Theatre ~ 1118 Clement Ave, Charlotte ~ $15

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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, Aug. 17

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Back in a brand new location, Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions.  Rated R. Comics come out for your five minutes.

The Mill at Boudreaux's ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ Free code to get in is "Gumbo"

Wednesday, Aug. 18

Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.)

Show us your funny side and feel free to get up to tell your own jokes. Or just hang out with friends and take in the laughs.

Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free

Thursday, Aug. 19

Open Mic Mingle Stand-Up Showcase  at 8 p.m.

Featuring comedic talent from Charlotte, Columbia, Asheville, Greensboro, Raleigh and more.  Bringing you the funny from across the Carolinas.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

Friday, Aug. 20

Improv Comedy by Charlotte Comedy Theater at 8 p.m. & 10 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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Aug. 21

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Frankie Paul.  Frankie has a unique knack for taking a typically unnoticeable situation and placing it to new levels of hysterics.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill, SC ~ $10

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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, Aug. 10

Taboo Tuesday Stand-up Open Mic at 8 p.m.

Back in a brand new location, Taboo Tuesday is the way open mic was meant to be: without content or language restrictions. Rated R. Comics come out for your five minutes.

The Mill at Boudreaux's ~ 3306A N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ Free code to get in is "Gumbo"

Wednesday, Aug. 11

Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.)

Show us your funny side and feel free to get up to tell your own jokes. Or just hang out with friends and take in the laughs.

Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free

Thursday, Aug. 12

Explicit Content Stand-Up at 8 p.m.

This show is Rated R and not for the easily offended. Edgy, dirty, and even blue material that's inappropriate for other stages. For those with a twisted sense of humor.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10 cash at the door

Friday, Aug. 13

Improv Comedy by Charlotte Comedy Theater at 8 p.m. & 10 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 ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Aug. 14

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner Phil Hogan. His show is a Southern flavored blend of stand-up, original comedy songs, guitar goofiness, and musical impressions.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill~ $10

To join Debbie’s mailing list (just one e-mail a week, I promise), e-mail DebbieMillwater@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Subscribe.”

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, Aug. 3

Chesney's Big Birthday Show at 9 p.m.

It's the birthday of one of our favorite comedians, Chesney Goodson, and he's assembled some of his favorite comics (Dave Nelis, Scott Stockton, Alfred Haywood, Chris O, and Brian Briscoe) to delight you.

Courtyard Hooligans ~ 140 Brevard Court, Charlotte ~ Free

Wednesday, Aug. 4

Stand-up Open Mic at 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.)

Show us your funny side and feel free to get up to tell your own jokes. Or just hang out with friends and take in the laughs.

Jackalope Jacks ~ 1936 E. 7th St., Charlotte ~ Free

Thursday, Aug. 5

Improv Comedy & Stand-up Open Mic Night at 8 p.m. & 9:15 p.m.

Improv at 8 p.m. by Charlotte Comedy Theater. Then directly afterward is an open mic.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone at Madison's on the Corner ~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill~ $10

Friday, Aug. 6

Improv Comedy by Charlotte Comedy Theater at 8 p.m. & 10 p.m.

Competitive short form improv where Charlotte improvisers compete against one another for affection. Lots of audience participation involved.

Prevue~ 2909 N. Davidson St., Charlotte ~ $10 for each show

Saturday, Aug. 7

Stand-up Comedy at 8 p.m. & 10:15 p.m.

Nationally touring headliner James Sibley.

Fort Mill Comedy Zone  at Madison's on the Corner~ 900 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill ~ $10