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Ian Lara
  • Saturday October 18th 09:30PM
  • Ian Lara
  • Ian Lara is one of the hottest rising comics in New York City. He found internet success when he recorded his “Comedy Central Stand up Featuring” which has garnered over 10 million views, he also made an appearance on the first season of “NBC’s Bring the Funny” and made his late-night debut on the Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon all in the same year. He was a regular player on ‘This week at the Comedy Cellar’ on Comedy Central with his second Comedy Central set hitting the 10 million views mark yet again. He's been featured in The New Yorker Magazine and was named a “2021 JFL NEW FACES" of comedy. On February 10th, 2022 he debuted his Comedy Central half-hour special titled “Growing Shame”. Shortly after on November, 11th, 2022 he debuted his first standalone HBO special titled “Ian Lara: Romantic Comedy” now streaming on MAX. In 2023 he has hit the ground running and has received the high honor of being name one of “Variety’s 2023 Comics to Watch” he then went on to make his third appearance on The Tonight show Starring Jimmy Fallon.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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CHRIS BROWN
  • Sunday October 19th 07:00PM
  • CHRIS BROWN
  • Chris Brown is on his way up. After honing his comedic talent in NYC where he started his career he is finaly coming to a city near you. Chris has been in the business for over 10 years and has been featured at the 2018 Motor City Comedy Festival in Detroit as well as the 2019 Peachtree Comedy Festival in Atlanta. Chris has opened up for Roy Wood Jr. at the 2019 Just For Laughs Festival in Toronto. Chris also featured and contributed to The Daily Show with Trevor Noah's segment entitled " How to be your own barber ". Chris is paid regular at Gotham Comedy Club, Stand Up NY, Westside Comedy, Laughing Skull Comedy Club Atlanta, and Comix Roadhouse CT. Chris recently just recorded his first comedy album entitled " I just look like this" that is currently being played on Sirius XM Radio on Kevin Hart's LOL and Raw Channels. Chris was als featured on the show Coming From America on MAX. Chris also just released his first half hour comedy special entitled " I just look like this" that can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
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OPENmic
  • Sunday October 19th 08:30PM
  • OPENmic
  • OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday @ 8:30PM | Doors @ 8PM | Host: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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Nico Carney
  • Friday October 24th 07:00PM
  • Nico Carney
  • Nico Carney is a Brooklyn-based stand-up, writer, and actor. His standup covers his experiences as a trans man growing up in Savannah, Georgia and whatever else he finds silly and interesting. In 2024, Nico made his late-night debut on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS and was named a 2024 Comic You Should And Will Know by Vulture. He was selected as a JFL New Face in 2023 and was part of the inaugural Netflix "Introducing..." Showcase at the 2022 Netflix Is a Joke festival. He and his comedy partner Conor Janda also co-host the podcast and live show, BOYS CLUB. Nico can be seen starring in indie film SHE'S THE HE, which premiered at SXSW this year.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Nico Carney
  • Friday October 24th 09:30PM
  • Nico Carney
  • Nico Carney is a Brooklyn-based stand-up, writer, and actor. His standup covers his experiences as a trans man growing up in Savannah, Georgia and whatever else he finds silly and interesting. In 2024, Nico made his late-night debut on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS and was named a 2024 Comic You Should And Will Know by Vulture. He was selected as a JFL New Face in 2023 and was part of the inaugural Netflix "Introducing..." Showcase at the 2022 Netflix Is a Joke festival. He and his comedy partner Conor Janda also co-host the podcast and live show, BOYS CLUB. Nico can be seen starring in indie film SHE'S THE HE, which premiered at SXSW this year.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Nico Carney
  • Saturday October 25th 07:00PM
  • Nico Carney
  • Nico Carney is a Brooklyn-based stand-up, writer, and actor. His standup covers his experiences as a trans man growing up in Savannah, Georgia and whatever else he finds silly and interesting. In 2024, Nico made his late-night debut on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS and was named a 2024 Comic You Should And Will Know by Vulture. He was selected as a JFL New Face in 2023 and was part of the inaugural Netflix "Introducing..." Showcase at the 2022 Netflix Is a Joke festival. He and his comedy partner Conor Janda also co-host the podcast and live show, BOYS CLUB. Nico can be seen starring in indie film SHE'S THE HE, which premiered at SXSW this year.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Nico Carney
  • Saturday October 25th 09:30PM
  • Nico Carney
  • Nico Carney is a Brooklyn-based stand-up, writer, and actor. His standup covers his experiences as a trans man growing up in Savannah, Georgia and whatever else he finds silly and interesting. In 2024, Nico made his late-night debut on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS and was named a 2024 Comic You Should And Will Know by Vulture. He was selected as a JFL New Face in 2023 and was part of the inaugural Netflix "Introducing..." Showcase at the 2022 Netflix Is a Joke festival. He and his comedy partner Conor Janda also co-host the podcast and live show, BOYS CLUB. Nico can be seen starring in indie film SHE'S THE HE, which premiered at SXSW this year.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Gender Blender Presents
OPENmic
  • Sunday October 26th 08:30PM
  • OPENmic
  • OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday @ 8:30PM | Doors @ 8PM | Host: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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Doug Stanhope
  • Wednesday October 29th 07:00PM
  • Doug Stanhope
  • Cruel & Unusual Comedy!Doug Stanhope w/ Andy Andrist& Special GuestTHIS WILL SELL OUT FAST! DO NOT WAIT!"Let me tell you something, friends. Doug Stanhope is one funny sumbitch. He's also one of the most twisted individuals I've ever met, but that's part of his charm. He's one of those comics that doesn't make shit up. He lives a mad, mad life and what he remembers he reports back to us. He's been known to bare his soul, and other things, right there on thestage. If you're easily offended, stay home this week. Watch Matlock or something. But if you like your comedy rough, raw, and rowdy, there's no one better than Doug Stanhope. Have I made myself clear?" - Austin Chronicle"He blazed with the honesty, outrage and lucidity that made his name... Much of what's wrong with the world melts away in Stanhope's flame... comedy with brains and guts and a heart", "the charm, don't-give-a-damn swagger and aggressive intelligence that make for important, exciting comedy."  - The Guardian, London "There's a kind of Olympic torch of extreme American comedy, which passed from Lenny Bruce, through Richard Pryor and Sam Kinison... to the late Bill Hicks. Stanhope is the latest, and equally brilliant, bearer."  - Independent on Sunday"Stanhope's stage show is a momentous thing to behold. Don't expect typical Bush-bashing or paper-thin material - he takes no prisoners in his ruthless baiting of everything that gets under his skin." Glasgow Evening Times "On his way to self-immolation, Stanhope works through an hour of brilliant material which slaughters just about every sacred cow on the farm."  - The Scotsman, Edinburgh"Stanhope breaks down the walls of decency. He uses profanity, but nothing he says is meant to shock. Everything he says is designed to make the audience laugh. Stanhope has worked his way to become one of the best comics around."  - The Reno Gazette Journal"Ask anyone whose opinion matters, and they'll tell you Doug Stanhope is one of the top ten stand-ups in the world today. Stanhope's confrontational stance comes from the rough, blistered underbelly of America's trailer parks; he's a feral, aggressive man full fuelled by primal urges to drink, fight and screw ­ and the corrosive material has all the venomous aggression you might expect from that background. But what underlines it, and makes it so untouchably good, is the passion and conviction with which he holds his intelligent beliefs, informed by sensibilities that might seem alien to such a no-nonsense, pig-headed persona."  - Chortle UK"Watching Stanhope is half entertainment and half survival. It's that perfect mix of substance and chaos that made punk rock fun in the seventies. There's a very real chance a fight will break out or all hell will break loose and the tension is intoxicating."  - ClevelandYucks.com"If there's such a thing as being too honest in comedy, Doug Stanhope may come close. Known for brutal honesty, railing against the "system" and caring very little about what his audience thinks, Stanhope has elevated himself to become one of today's most talked-about artists."  - TimeOut, Chicago"Doug Stanhope is a gritty comic that mixes atrociously profane gutter humor with acerbic social commentary that would likely get him killed if he weren't so damned funny. If there any one thing about Stanhope that's telling of his talent, it's that his material bears repeated listening. Unlike so many of his contemporaries and influences, you can listen to the same Stanhope CD over and over and always get something new out of it."  - Deadtide.com"Stanhope possesses a range of stunningly effective stand-up skills and a talent for subtle verbal phrasing. More importantly, he speaks out not only about sex and drugs and so-called perversions, but also about social and political hypocrisy. And his rants command attention because he clearly means every single thing he says."  - TimeOut, London "Some of the sharpest and most biting cultural commentary you'll see in a comedy club."  - St Louis Post-Dispatch"See him very soon, because he describes his own intake of drink and drugs as staggering. "Jesus died for your sins," he reminds us. "I'm doing it for your mere entertainment." Well, he isn't Jesus. But at his peak only a literal miracle could produce better, more challenging comedy." - EdinburghGuide.com"Sharp, off color, and howlingly funny" - The San Francisco Chronicle*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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It's A Halloween Dance Party!
  • Friday October 31st 08:00PM
  • It's A Halloween Dance Party!
  • It's a Halloween Dance Party! (a Halloween Dance Party)" is a death-defying DJ'd club experience highlighting Dance Pop music and performance in the best month of the year. This show will feature cover performances of the likes of Rihanna, Britney Spears, Ke$ha, and more as well as original pieces from each of the artists, and of course - your favorite spooky pop songs mixes spun by DJ Red Tide. This spooktacular dance party will be the energetic, send off for Halloween, that can't be missed. Featured performers include Brit Martin, Viva the Sensation, and the Sirens Dance Troupe. Join us...if you dare.Doors: 7PMShow: 8PM$10 in Advance$15 DOS
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Jamie Wolf
  • Saturday November 1st 07:00PM
  • Jamie Wolf
  • Jamie Wolf is a former opiate user with a penchant for tackling dark and taboo subjects with tight writing and a dynamic stage presence that not only makes it work, but makes it kill. He is a regular at the Comedy Cellar in NYC and Dave Attell once told him "Funny stuff, Josh" after a set there. In November 2024 he won the NY’s Funniest competition at the NY Comedy Festival. Additionally, Jamie was named a “Comic to Watch” at the 2019 New York Comedy Festival, won Philly’s Phunniest 2019, appeared at Limestone Comedy Festival 2021 and at SF Sketchfest 2023. He was also just named a Timeout NY Comic to Watch in 2025. He has over 290K followers combined on Instagram and TikTok. He currently lives in Jersey City with his two roommates, John and Alo.
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OPENmic
  • Sunday November 2nd 08:30PM
  • OPENmic
  • OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday @ 8:30PM | Doors @ 8PM | Host: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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Neil Hamburger
  • Monday November 3rd 07:00PM
  • Neil Hamburger
  • “America’s Funnyman” Neil Hamburger has worked every imaginable stage, from  New York’s Madison Square Garden, to a show in a gorilla cage in an abandoned  Catskills zoo. He has performed countless American, Australian, British, Irish, and  Canadian tours, as well as in Norway, New Zealand, and the Bahamas, alongside  acts ranging from Faith No More to Robin Williams. Neil Hamburger was the sub ject of the 2015 movie Entertainment, co-starring John C. Reilly and Michael Cera.  His Live At Third Man album was produced by Jack White in Nashville; an earlier  Hamburger effort, Laugh Out Lord, was included in SPIN’s “40 Greatest Comedy  Albums Of All Time.” The latest album on Drag City Records, Neil Hamburger  presents Seasonal Depression Suite, is a full-blown musical concept album that por trays Hamburger's inner turmoil while locked down in a chain motel, with guest  appearances from Neil Finn, Bonnie Prince Billy, Puddles Pity Party, Annabella  Lwin, and others.  Press quotes:  “A phlegm-filled sack of putrid self-loathing, Neil Hamburger is the perfect satire of a  slick, professional nightclub comedian. If you’ve ever suspected that behind the glossy  veneer of fake bonhomie of those perma-smile acts lies an ugly, embittered, grotesque  soul – well Hamburger is that demon made flesh. In some living Sisyphean hell, every  night he dons his tuxedo, greases down his hair and ploughs through the vile set that dis gusts even him, just so he can earn a three-piece chicken dinner. His contempt for his  own pitiful existence is surpassed only for his contempt for the audience who compel him  trudge through his despicable cavalcade of jokes. And my, these gags are certainly not for  the faint of heart, as he plumbs the depths of depravity for the sake of a laugh.” –(Chor tle (U.K.)) “Hamburger is the clapped-out husk of a decorous Southern gentleman, now coughing in  painful hacks, suppurating filth through his tuxedo, and her to tip a slurry of abuse all  over celebrity and modern life…a combination of malignance and desiccated vaudeville.”  (The Guardian)“Neil Hamburger remains the greatest comedian I’ve seen the greater majority of an au dience walk out on….No one was leaving their seats this evening though, as this peerless performer shocked and delighted in equal measure…On the road for 12 years with scarcely a day off, Hamburger is a condemned showbiz lag, doomed to perform his an tagonistic anti-comedy to potential hostility forever.” (The Scotsman)*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Chris Higgins
  • Friday November 7th 07:00PM
  • Chris Higgins
  • Chris Higgins is a native of Boulder, CO, and a Chicago-based stand-up comic. Since moving to Chicago, he has become a staple at all the clubs in town and has begun touring nationally. His new album, "Good Boy" just debuted #1 on iTunes. Chris is also featured in VICE TV's new show Tumbleweeds starring Killer Mike. His TikTok series @god_n_angel1 is the dumbest thing on the internet and has over one million followers. Come get a high five after the show!*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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Chris Higgins
  • Saturday November 8th 07:00PM
  • Chris Higgins
  • Chris Higgins is a native of Boulder, CO, and a Chicago-based stand-up comic. Since moving to Chicago, he has become a staple at all the clubs in town and has begun touring nationally. His new album, "Good Boy" just debuted #1 on iTunes. Chris is also featured in VICE TV's new show Tumbleweeds starring Killer Mike. His TikTok series @god_n_angel1 is the dumbest thing on the internet and has over one million followers. Come get a high five after the show!*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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OPENmic
  • Sunday November 9th 08:30PM
  • OPENmic
  • OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday @ 8:30PM | Doors @ 8PM | Host: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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