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Rachel Scanlon
  • Friday January 17th 07:00PM
  • Rachel Scanlon
  • Rachel Scanlon is an LA based stand-up comedian, host, writer, and podcaster from Minnesota. She is the co-host of the podcast and nationally touring live show TWO DYKES AND A MIC. Most recently, you've seen Rachel on DON’T TELL COMEDY, STRAIGHT UP, STAND UP on Just For Laughs’ digital platform, and Comedy Central. Her critically-acclaimed hour special GAY FANTASY was released in June. She is currently on a sold-out tour throughout the US performing her hour.REELWORST DAY EVER - Hello GigglesSTAND-UP SETDON'T TELL COMEDY
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Rachel Scanlon
  • Saturday January 18th 07:00PM
  • Rachel Scanlon
  • Rachel Scanlon is an LA based stand-up comedian, host, writer, and podcaster from Minnesota. She is the co-host of the podcast and nationally touring live show TWO DYKES AND A MIC. Most recently, you've seen Rachel on DON’T TELL COMEDY, STRAIGHT UP, STAND UP on Just For Laughs’ digital platform, and Comedy Central. Her critically-acclaimed hour special GAY FANTASY was released in June. She is currently on a sold-out tour throughout the US performing her hour.REELWORST DAY EVER - Hello GigglesSTAND-UP SETDON'T TELL COMEDY
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Rachel Scanlon
  • Saturday January 18th 09:30PM
  • Rachel Scanlon
  • Rachel Scanlon is an LA based stand-up comedian, host, writer, and podcaster from Minnesota. She is the co-host of the podcast and nationally touring live show TWO DYKES AND A MIC. Most recently, you've seen Rachel on DON’T TELL COMEDY, STRAIGHT UP, STAND UP on Just For Laughs’ digital platform, and Comedy Central. Her critically-acclaimed hour special GAY FANTASY was released in June. She is currently on a sold-out tour throughout the US performing her hour.REELWORST DAY EVER - Hello GigglesSTAND-UP SETDON'T TELL COMEDY
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Lobster Role Live presents: Treasure Hunt
  • Sunday January 19th 06:00PM
  • Lobster Role Live presents: Treasure Hunt
  • The cast of Lobster Role LIVE returns to present: "Treasure Hunt"Set sail for an unforgettable evening of swashbuckling storytelling and rauccous laghter at Empire Comedy Club in Portland, Maine! Join us on our daring Treasure Hunt as this band of pirate like adventurers navigate improvised high-seas tomfoolery and hilarious mishaps in a live-action Dungeons & Dragons extravaganza.Doors open at 5 PM, and we weigh anchor promptly at 6 PM. Whether you're a seasoned RPG fan or a landlubber new to the game, this is your chance to cheer, jeer, and laugh as the players on stage race to uncover glittering loot (or meet their untimely demise).Don't miss your chance to snag some booty with our intermission raffle, with treasures that'll make even davy jones blush! Come dressed as your pirate alter ego or simply bring your sense of adventure—either way, you're in for a night of rollicking fun.Tickets are limited, so grab yours now and prepare to set sail on an evening of comedy, camaraderie, and critical hits!
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EMPIRE IMPROV: Cage Match
Sean Patton
  • Friday January 24th 07:00PM
  • Sean Patton
  • Originally from New Orleans, Sean Patton is a comedian, actor, writer and storyteller based in New York City. As a stand-up, Sean has appeared at The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sydney International Comedy Festival, JFL Chicago, JFL Toronto, JFL Montreal (2008, 2010, 2012, 2016, 2018), SF Sketchfest, Moontower Comedy Festival, RIOT LA, High Plains Festival, SXSW, Outsidelands, Dublin Comedy Festival, New York Comedy Festival, Bonnaroo and the Nashville Comedy Festival. He premiered his critically acclaimed show NUMBER ONE at The Pleasance Theatre at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017 and returned in 2019 with his show CONTRADICKHEAD at The Gilded Balloon. His second album 'Scuttlebutt' was released December 2019, and his third album ‘King Scorpio’ was released in December 2021. Sean’s first hour special NUMBER ONE, Executive Produced by Michael Che, premiered on Peacock in December 2022. The ‘Number One’ album was released in summer of the following year. In 2023 Sean accompanied David Cross on his ‘Worst Daddy in the World’ world tour spanning 66 Cities, 6 Countries and 2 Continents. He is set to hit the road with David again as part of his 2024 ‘The End of the Beginning of the End’ world tour. Most recently, Sean completed production on the series pilot NIGHT TRIPPIN’ which he co-created, produced and starred in. Sean has appeared on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan (2011, 2013) and The Tonight Show (2022). His Comedy Central Half Hour and debut album were released in 2013. Additionally, he can be seen on @midnight (2014, 2015), The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, This Is Not Happening (2015, 2016, 2017, 2019), What’s Your F@#king Deal?! and Viceland’s Flophouse and Party Legends. On screen, he can be seen on IFC's Maron, Comedy Central's Inside Amy Schumer, and TruTV’s Those Who Can’t. Sean co-stars in the new FX comedy series ENGLISH TEACHER alongside Brian Jordan Alvarez, Stephanie Koenig and Enrico Colantoni which premieres this Fall. 
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Sean Patton
  • Saturday January 25th 07:00PM
  • Sean Patton
  • Originally from New Orleans, Sean Patton is a comedian, actor, writer and storyteller based in New York City. As a stand-up, Sean has appeared at The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sydney International Comedy Festival, JFL Chicago, JFL Toronto, JFL Montreal (2008, 2010, 2012, 2016, 2018), SF Sketchfest, Moontower Comedy Festival, RIOT LA, High Plains Festival, SXSW, Outsidelands, Dublin Comedy Festival, New York Comedy Festival, Bonnaroo and the Nashville Comedy Festival. He premiered his critically acclaimed show NUMBER ONE at The Pleasance Theatre at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017 and returned in 2019 with his show CONTRADICKHEAD at The Gilded Balloon. His second album 'Scuttlebutt' was released December 2019, and his third album ‘King Scorpio’ was released in December 2021. Sean’s first hour special NUMBER ONE, Executive Produced by Michael Che, premiered on Peacock in December 2022. The ‘Number One’ album was released in summer of the following year. In 2023 Sean accompanied David Cross on his ‘Worst Daddy in the World’ world tour spanning 66 Cities, 6 Countries and 2 Continents. He is set to hit the road with David again as part of his 2024 ‘The End of the Beginning of the End’ world tour. Most recently, Sean completed production on the series pilot NIGHT TRIPPIN’ which he co-created, produced and starred in. Sean has appeared on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan (2011, 2013) and The Tonight Show (2022). His Comedy Central Half Hour and debut album were released in 2013. Additionally, he can be seen on @midnight (2014, 2015), The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, This Is Not Happening (2015, 2016, 2017, 2019), What’s Your F@#king Deal?! and Viceland’s Flophouse and Party Legends. On screen, he can be seen on IFC's Maron, Comedy Central's Inside Amy Schumer, and TruTV’s Those Who Can’t. Sean co-stars in the new FX comedy series ENGLISH TEACHER alongside Brian Jordan Alvarez, Stephanie Koenig and Enrico Colantoni which premieres this Fall. 
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Will Burkart
  • Friday January 31st 07:00PM
  • Will Burkart
  • Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian and actor. After growing up in the SF  Bay Area, he moved out to LA and quickly established himself as one of the hardest  working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand up clips on  social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed over the past few years amassing over 500k  followers and more than 150 million views. In 2023, Will embarked on a 45 city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country.  As the tour continues this year, Will is also slated to headline in the Netflix is a Joke festival.*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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The Dark & Dirty Show
  • Friday January 31st 09:30PM
  • The Dark & Dirty Show
  • Doors at 9pm | Show at 9:30pm | 21+ CONTENT WARNINGDARK & DIRTY:5Join us for an evening of Dark and Dirty comedy as our line up of comedians try some of their edgier material!*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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Will Burkart
  • Saturday February 1st 07:00PM
  • Will Burkart
  • Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian and actor. After growing up in the SF  Bay Area, he moved out to LA and quickly established himself as one of the hardest  working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand up clips on  social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed over the past few years amassing over 500k  followers and more than 150 million views. In 2023, Will embarked on a 45 city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country.  As the tour continues this year, Will is also slated to headline in the Netflix is a Joke festival.*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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Will Burkart
  • Saturday February 1st 09:30PM
  • Will Burkart
  • Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian and actor. After growing up in the SF  Bay Area, he moved out to LA and quickly established himself as one of the hardest  working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand up clips on  social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed over the past few years amassing over 500k  followers and more than 150 million views. In 2023, Will embarked on a 45 city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country.  As the tour continues this year, Will is also slated to headline in the Netflix is a Joke festival.*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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Crowd Source
  • Sunday February 2nd 07:00PM
  • Crowd Source
  • CROWD SOURCE 'An Audience inspired comedy show'Tickets are FREE! Although we encourage all audience members to pay with a TOPIC for the SHOW!WHAT IS IT?Welcome to "Crowd Source" at Empire Comedy Club! You call the shots in this new comedy show where the audience provides the topics, and our line-up of talented comedians pull them out of a bucket and create jokes on the spot. Get ready for a hilarious night, where anything goes, and laughter is guaranteed!for fans of 'Stand Up on the Spot'Doors at 6pm | Show at 7pm | 21+
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Maine Made: Casey Watson
  • Saturday February 8th 07:00PM
  • Maine Made: Casey Watson
  • Maine Made is a Comedy Series that celebrates the comedians we have honing their craft and developing material right here in the great state of Maine! Join us for our first Headliner edition of Maine Made featuring rising local star, Casey Watson!Featuring Caleb Theodore Sherman, Amparo Randall, & hosted by Chris Neuguth.Doors @ 6pm | Show @ 7pmCasey Watson is a rising comedian celebrated for his sharp joke writing and ability to find humor in everyday life. He's performed alongside comedy giants like Ari Shaffir, Kam Patterson and Big Jay Oakerson. In 2023, he won the New England's Funniest Comedian Competition, shortly after he became a house comic at Empire Comedy Club. With his relatable style, and quick wit, Casey continues to make audiences laugh and carve out his place in the comedy scene.Caleb Theodore Sherman is a House Comic here at Empire Comedy Club. You can see them featuring for national headliners, hosting shows, and working throughout the venue.Caleb’s uncalled for vulnerability and gleeful confessionals have delighted audiences throughout New England, often leaving them in a chanting fervor of silliness. They began performing in 2017 and have since featured for internationally renowned comedians such as Jessica Michelle Singleton, Myq Kaplan, Tim Murray, Irene Tu, Jenny Zigrino, and Kate Sisk.Chris Neuguth is a Midwest transplant based out of Portland, Maine. Growing up in Wisconsin, Chris was a member of the University of Wisconsin’s improv troupes and produced digital content for the campus satire publication. Chris now performs stand up comedy all over New England. He's a regular at Empire Comedy Club, host of the Cheese Louise Open Mic and has opened for Zac Amico, Alec Flynn and Erik Scott.Amparo Randall is an up and coming stand-up comedian. She originally hails from southern California. When she’s not on stage talking about her family, pets, and trying to understand why Disney hates stepmoms, she runs a small woodworking business in Lewiston, Maine.
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Hey Party People! Sketch Comedy Show
  • Thursday February 13th 07:00PM
  • Hey Party People! Sketch Comedy Show
  • HEY PARTY PEOPLE! GET SEXYAre you ready to get your sexy on? Searching for the perfect, steamy, V-Day date night activity? In a loveless rut of a marriage and just want to do an activity that fulfills your obligation as a partner to take part in Valentine's Day? Then look no further than Hey Party People!Hey Party People! is Portland's own Saturday Night Live and the ONLY group of its kind in the area. They have been featured in Philly Sketchfest, The Portland Maine Comedy Festival, PortFringe Festival, and scored a 980 on their SAT’s.60-75 minute sketch comedy show. One 10 minute intermission. Tickets $15 online, $20 at the door. Positive mental attitude and joyous laughter mandatory for entry. Dress code: casual. Plus ones allowed. Plus twos are better. Plus threes? Get out. Drinks available for purchase. 21+. Please, no gifts.
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Ian Fidance
  • Friday February 14th 07:00PM
  • Ian Fidance
  • *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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Ian Fidance
  • Saturday February 15th 07:00PM
  • Ian Fidance
  • *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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