UPCOMING
POSTPONED! Greg Barris: Bing Bong - IN THE SKUNK ROOM
POSTPONED! Greg Barris performs comedy and music with musical friends.
A daytime musical experience in the park, but inside. Bring cushions, pillows, blankets , you will be cozy sitting on the floor enjoying lovely music and funny words. Power items only!
Hot Coffee Comedy
Hot Coffee is an all black sketch comedy group that is ready to fill your evening with a good time. Join the talented cast for a night of laughs along with their talented featured guests.
Featuring Affirmative Reaction and The Kings
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
*SOLD OUT* Nate Varrone Goes In
An evening with Nate Varrone featuring some of his favorite comedians.
Featuring Conner O’Malley
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
Yeti or Not!
Yeti or Not, here we come! Improv team Yeti and a highly curated guest team bring you two unique improv sets. Are you Yeti for a good time?
Eddie Pepitone
They call him the Bitter Buddha, comedian Eddie Pepitone is a master of the dark art of comedy. Watch Eddie run his latest hour, as he warms up for his upcoming comedy special taping.
Natalie Palamides: WEER (WORK-IN-PROGRESS)
Natalie Palamides works out her new hour, “WEER”, at the Elysian Theater!
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
Playspace (Clown Jam)
A weekly community event to play together, workshop ideas big and small, or come completely unprepared and find something new. It’s FREE!
Rachel Kaly: Hospital Hour
Rachel, who is notoriously mentally ill and loves going to the hospital, will explain how her brain got to be so random. She is bringing "Hospital Hour" to the Edinburgh Fringe this summer in fact and has been touring it basically across America and the UK interestingly enough so even if you've seen it before it is different.
Ask Us Anything (Live + Livestreamed!)
Join Mae Martin, Stephanie Allynne and Alana Johnston as they do improv based on personal questions asked by the audience!
Funny Games (Show/Open Mic)
A hybrid open mic / comedy show! If you put your name in the bucket to perform, the show is FREE!
Hosted by Kate O'Connor, Jo Scott, & Meaghan Strickland
WORMHOLE (IN THE SKUNK ROOM)
WORMHOLE is a monthly (lightly) guided dance party… a sweaty endorphin bath that will leave you high on life. No alcohol. Yes dancing your ass off. Yes, accessing your inner weirdo and higher self through a cosmic wormhole. We aim to be radically inclusive... but also super safe... while seriously throwing down. DJ set by Joe D’Espinosa
Dress to sweat. We recommend sneakers for the concrete floor.
Marty Miller: BETH
In his debut solo performance BETH Marty Miller uses both anecdotes from his past and from his current reality as a waitress in New York City to explore his own queer experience, grief, and the difficult but necessary need to keep on...keeping on.
Featuring Danielle Shvartsman and Kaylin Mahoney
Comedian Feud 2 Year Anniversary Show: Battle of the Couples (In-Person & Livestreamed)
It's time for The Feud! This time, with some of your favorite comedians. Hosted by Jacquis Neal.
Team Sam Reich and Elaine Carroll
vs
Team Paul F and Janie Haddad Tompkins
Special stand up set from Chinedu Unaka
Cruel Babes
Somewhere at the intersection of the sacred and the profane, of poetry and dire scatology, of clown and Dada, of community and exile, of fourth walls and no walls at all, lies Cruel Babes. We welcome you to our family play room for laughs, tears, and live-directed anti-theatrical chaos that is at its very least…absolutely not like anything else.
The Elysian Presents: Edinburgh Fringe Percolator
One Saturday a month on the way to the festival our spotlight is on Work-in-Process performances gearing up to travel to the biggest arts/culture festival on the planet, the Edinburgh Fringe!
Come support the creative development of upcoming Fringe shows, be an important part of the process, and help expand a community that can share resources and ideas before anyone gets on the plane.
Edinburgh Anonymous - IN SKUNK ROOM
A series of Q&As/workshops/communal support, drawing the Fringe-committed or Fringe-curious. A place to network and share resources and make friends and collaborators before heading off into the wilds of the festival.
Rabble Rabble: Sketch Sketch Show Show
Rabble Rabble presents an evening of LIL SKITZ™ never seen before at The Elysian Theater. It might make you laugh, it might make you not laugh, but either way, we'll have your money.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
House Of Gains
Best friends and workout partners Brennan Lee Mulligan and Lou Wilson have bonded over years of lifting weights and spinning yarns. This commitment to growth is the beating heart of their brand new show, which will see the physically fit duo performing an hour of improv fueled by the audience's own pursuit of gains. Get ready to sweat alongside two DROPOUT stars as they push it to the limit!
NEIL HAMBURGER LIVE!
An evening of comedy with Neil Hamburger & friends.
Featuring: Brendon Walsh, Simone Turkington, Laurie Kilmartin, Cherry Clownbucha, Freak Nature Puppets, Ahamed Weinberg, Christina Catherine Martinez
Stand Up and Clown
Clown work is all about subverting systems of power. Come witness Clown Boss Chad Damiani and his cast of comics as they challenge the idea of America itself on its most sacred of holidays.
Great stand-ups are masters of control. But what happens when you take all that status and preparation away? Clown Boss Chad Damiani takes eight well-known comics (many with zero clown experience) and ruthlessly teases, cajoles and directs them to take huge risks, fail big and follow their dumbest impulses.
Featuring Learnmore Jonasi, Demi Adejuyigbe, Aliki, Addie Weyrich, Clowns of color, Anna and Kyle
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
Playspace (Clown Jam)
A weekly community event to play together, workshop ideas big and small, or come completely unprepared and find something new. It’s FREE!
Solo Play for One Man
Solo Play for One Man is the story of Will, the Adult Man, as he embarks on an Adult Man Journey. Along the way, Will finds himself engaged in Adult Man Adventures, Adult Man Introspection, and Adult Man Entrances and Exits from the stage.
A new play from experimental dance/theater duo, andersmith, Solo Play for One Man is an absurd comedy that upends our endless obsession with mediocre leading men.
Natalie Palamides: WEER (WORK-IN-PROGRESS)
Natalie Palamides works out her new hour, “WEER”, at the Elysian Theater!
SOUTH ASIAN AF (LIVE + LIVE-STREAMED)
Launched in May 2018, South Asian AF is LA's largest comedy variety show series. A spin-off of the popular Asian AF show, the series showcases LA’s premiere South Asian comedians, improvisers, sketch performers, musicians, storytellers, and more.
Third Best Presents
Third Best delivers a uniquely produced show centered around the strongest hour of comedy we can book. Can we legally claim it's the best? No... but it'll be pretty damn good!
This show proudly welcomes LA improv powerhouses Boos Boos and Big Grande
Cast: Payam Banifaz, Ruha Taslimi, Kimia Behpoornia
Love, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers
"Love, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers" is a heartfelt romantic comedy play that takes audiences on a journey through the complexities of modern romance. The story follows Jay Weingarten, a hopeless romantic searching for love. Encouraged by his best friend Kevin (Jordan Adika), Jay ventures out into the world, hoping to find his significant other. As he navigates the ups and downs of dating, Jay encounters Jessica (Jill O'Connell), an art historian with whom he shares a deep connection over their mutual love of paintings. However, their budding romance faces challenges, including challenges with Jay's dad (Tim Heidecker). Through moments of laughter, passion, and reflection, "Love, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers" explores the power of love, the beauty of art, and the importance of taking chances in matters of the heart.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
The legendary Ron Lynch hosts an epic 19th anniversary Tomorrow! spectacular, celebrating LA’s longest-running and beloved late night variety show. Featuring very special guests and surprises galore.
Cohosted by DAVEY JOHNSON
With JACK BLACK , DANA GOULD , KATE MICUCCI , LAURA KIGHTLINGER , JACK DAGGER , JAMES ADOMIAN , JAY LONDON
*SOLD OUT* The Elysian Presents: Chelsea Peretti
Chelsea Peretti is a multifaceted creative known for her contributions as an actor, stand-up, writer and producer. Peretti garnered widespread recognition for her portrayal of ‘Gina Linetti’ in the critically acclaimed comedy series, “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.”
Peretti's directorial debut "First Time Female Director" was released on The Roku Channel in Spring 2024.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
The Amazing Banana Brothers
You either die an artist or you live long enough to see yourself become a stuntman. For this Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated show, O’Neill uses every trick up his sleeve to explore the oldest one in the book. Directed by Natalie Palamides (Nate, Netflix), this hilarious debut follows two daredevil brothers attempting the impossible — slipping on 1000 banana peels. Through a surreal exploration of loss, failure, masculinity and death-defying pratfalls, O’Neill challenges the limits of the human body and spirit – one banana peel at a time.
The Amazing Banana Brothers
You either die an artist or you live long enough to see yourself become a stuntman. For this Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated show, O’Neill uses every trick up his sleeve to explore the oldest one in the book. Directed by Natalie Palamides (Nate, Netflix), this hilarious debut follows two daredevil brothers attempting the impossible — slipping on 1000 banana peels. Through a surreal exploration of loss, failure, masculinity and death-defying pratfalls, O’Neill challenges the limits of the human body and spirit – one banana peel at a time.
Self-Portraits by Shan Fahey
Shan Fahey is one (1) singular clown with the ability (talent, illness) to split into Fifteen or more (15+) people depending on the situation. Self-Portraits is their attempt to line the essences of each of their personalities up and hopefully re-attach them as one singular person. Self-Portraits explores identity, gender, and existential meaning through physical and multimedia comedy.
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
Avital Ash Workshops Her Suicide Note
Ever since she was a baby and her mother took her own life, Avital has felt summoned to the other side, aka the vast nothingness. But she'd hate to be labeled a copycat, plus, who wants to turn into their mother? Avital Ash's critically acclaimed Fringe debut explores growing up a Hasidic Jew, depression, queer identity, and generational Holocaust trauma, all while being hilarious. The results are an irreverent show where Avital expertly bounces from black humor to jokes so stupid you almost miss the gospel in them.
Sweeter
Liz (Elizabeth Guest) will give you the shirt off her back. Not in this performance although you never know. But unfortunately that has led to some pretty uncomfortable situations. For Liz. Not the people who have gotten shirts. Anyway, she’ll be at the theater on this day at this time, but as far as the show description goes it sort of has to do with the shirt thing but not also not at all. Anyway, she's kind of a mess right now and can't say why or about what but please come to the show where more will be revealed.
Lachlan Werner: Voices Of Evil
The horrifying debut show from the award-winning poof prince of puppets.
‘The funniest new ventriloquist on the block’ (★★★★ Telegraph) rising star, Lachlan Werner presents his Edinburgh Fringe total sell-out horror hit. A surprising, rebellious and ridiculous hour of frights, where demonic voices come from every corner. Watch out, anyone could get puppeteered by evil…
"Hilarious. Extraordinary. A healthy dose of the unhinged" ★★★★ (Guardian)
Mr. Chonkers
It’s a solo show. A mockery and celebration of performance. Absurd. Simple. Outrageous. Stupid. Fun. It’s terrible. An important waste of your time. It’s great. Please strongly consider all of this information before coming.
REPENTANCE w/ Ahamed Weinberg
A monthly comedy show featuring the best comedians in LA. All proceeds go to the Downtown Women's Center.
Presented by Ahamed Weinberg
Featuring Titi Lee, Caitlin Reilly, Kurt Braunohler, Brendan Scannell, Cameron Esposito, and Reggie Watts
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Freak Nature Puppets
We’re excited to announce our new Company-in-Residence program, built to highlight and champion the spirit of collective/ensemble creation in and around LA. We are thrilled to welcome our first resident company: FREAK NATURE PUPPETS
They are a collective of self-taught puppeteers that came together in 2022 and have been nonstop in their delightful offerings ever since. You may have seen the premiere of their first full-length show, Nosferatu's Sweet 16, in our Spaghetti Festival last November. There is so much we love and admire about this group. We have seen the inspiration and perspiration that leads to their prolific creation of endlessly whimsical puppets, their dedication to honing their skills together as an ensemble, and the ease and generosity with which they bring other curious artists and builders into their fold. The passion and free-spiritedness inside their creative process shines through their work. We’re happy to host Freak Nature, and provide support, mentorship, and resources as they develop a brand new show.
Good Showbiz
Good Showbiz is a celebration of the spirit and vibrant history of Jewish showmanship. Eli Leonard hosts this immersive spectacle of theatrical tradition, embroidered with feats of physicality, musicality, comedy, and stagecraft, culminating in a rarely attempted dramatic monologue.
Good Showbiz now features live music from Gustavo Bulgach & The Good Showbiz Klezmer Band. Bulgach is a founding member of the house bands for the House of Blues and the Simon Wiesenthal Museum of Tolerance, and his band, Klezmer Juice, is featured in the movie Wedding Crashers. Bulgach is a pioneer in the new generation of Klezmer - Jewish Soul musicians and torchbearers of an ancient traditional craft that unites generations in spirit.
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
Playspace (Clown Jam)
A weekly community event to play together, workshop ideas big and small, or come completely unprepared and find something new. It’s FREE!
John Hill is Gooning - IN PERSON & LIVESTREAMED
Broadway and SiriusXM’s John Hill (Andy Cohen Live, The John Hill Show) is about to embark on a solo tour across the country, but is performing one night only at The Elysian with no script, no plan, all improvised, and zero expectations.
New stories, new songs, a fact-finding mission to get in touch with what the people want to hear.
Whose Line Is It Anywho?
LA's finest long-form improvisers dive into a high-octane homage to everyone's favorite improv TV show. Come witness our very own 'Drew Carey' and see if the points really DO matter!
House Of Gains
Best friends and workout partners Brennan Lee Mulligan and Lou Wilson have bonded over years of lifting weights and spinning yarns. This commitment to growth is the beating heart of their brand new show, which will see the physically fit duo performing an hour of improv fueled by the audience's own pursuit of gains. Get ready to sweat alongside two DROPOUT stars as they push it to the limit!
Ian Lockwood: The Farewell Tour
Famous musician Ian Lockwood has accomplished everything he's ever wanted during his illustrious and extremely successful career, and thus, he's ready to die! See him in concert for his final performance on Earth.
From critically-acclaimed musical comedian Ian Lockwood comes a new narrative concert experience about life, death, and friendship. Featuring 10 hilarious original comedy pop songs, Lockwood examines the fear of abandonment that is hidden so well behind a confident pop-star-facade, for a touching and earnest show that delivers a laugh a minute.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Twin Flames Show
Hang up and call us now. Get ready for a time-bending, heart-melting cosmic circus. Your transcendent variety show from the celestial ether is taking The Elysian stage. Enjoy a bizarre evening of magic, drag, characters on characters, clown, art, and time-traveling friendship that leaves you wondering if you just fell in love. (You did.) Hosted by beautiful cosmic freaks Emily Maverick & Geri Courtney-Austein.
Red Bastard: Original Show
After fifteen 5-star reviews, this dangerous, seductive comedy-monster returns to The Elysian to unleash his critically-acclaimed juggernaut. Prepare yourself for a roller-coaster ride of raw conversation, traps/rewards and catch-22’s. “Top-5-shows in the UK”- LIST Mag.
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
TROLL
Fed up with years of misrepresentation, villanization and exclusion, two trolls find themselves in a theatre, ready and desperate to tell their side of the story and the truth about those three goats
The Elysian Presents: Edinburgh Fringe Percolator
One Saturday a month on the way to the festival our spotlight is on Work-in-Process performances gearing up to travel to the biggest arts/culture festival on the planet, the Edinburgh Fringe!
Come support the creative development of upcoming Fringe shows, be an important part of the process, and help expand a community that can share resources and ideas before anyone gets on the plane.
Edinburgh Anonymous - IN SKUNK ROOM
A series of Q&As/workshops/communal support, drawing the Fringe-committed or Fringe-curious. A place to network and share resources and make friends and collaborators before heading off into the wilds of the festival.
Red Bastard: Lie With Me
Do you know the RULES OF LOVE? Are you sure?
Critically acclaimed trickster, Red Bastard, guides you on this hilariously fun, ★★★★★ tilt-a-whirl of love, lust and freedom- teetering on the tip of your moral highs and lows. A mischievous, mind-warping show for singles, couples and anyone who dares to adore.
Max Beasley Presents
Max Beasley Presents is, top to bottom and simply put, the highest quality comedy showcase in Los Angeles, featuring all of Max's funny and famous friends, and put together by your favorite comedian's favorite youngish comedian, Max Beasley (Adult Swim, MAX, so many podcasts, said to be "a good hang", knows everyone).
You don't want to miss a night of magic, mayhem, music, and peeing your underwear from laughing so hard.
If you do miss it, what are you going to tell your grandkids when they ask if you ever saw Max Beasley Presents live?
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Currents
CURRENTS is a new performance series featuring a group of fresh one-act plays written in response to an ethically sticky current event. For our third installment, each piece reacts to the phenomenon of tradwives— hot influencer ideologues who are going all in on 1950s-style housewifery like the latest trend and racking up millions of followers in the process.
The Good Liars: Fix America
The Good Liars comedy duo has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, with viral videos and interviews at political events across the country. From their start at Occupy Wall Street ("the counter protest of the 1%") to the recent GOP presidential debate and Donald Trump's arrest, they cover the biggest news stories from a unique and memorable lens. The Good Liars have amassed a following of more than 2 million on TikTok and been featured by Deadline and The Guardian -- and they're just getting started. Later this month is their 2nd live show, "Fix America", with more dates to come during the 2024 election season.
Lost Angels: A Night of One-Act Plays by Matt McDonald and Kevin Grossman
Two one-act plays about life in the city of angels featuring Nick Corirossi, Ally Davis, Kevin Grossman, Rebecca O'Brien, Lena Redford, and Theo Rosenthal
Making Love With David Magidoff
Turning your bad date stories into musicals since 2017!
Comedian and mushy-hearted Jew, David Magidoff (Dexter: New Blood, The Morning Show) interviews one real person from the audience & one real famous celebrity guest to share one good / bad / psychotic / existential love story, and then David and his friends turn it into a full blown improvised musical!
Featuring Taran Killam, Moses Storm, Matt Jones, Diona Reasonover, Lee Newton
Fuck This Month (IN PERSON & LIVESTREAMED)
Let’s face it; this month is trash... but we’re here to help! A cast of veteran comedians will take your shitty month and spin them into a fully improvised show. Catharsis through comedy!
Cast: Vic Michaelis, Amanda Lehan-Canto, Payam Banifaz, Angela Giarratana, Eli Gonzalez, Lauren Knutti, & Jeff Whitaker!
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Claire Woolner: A Retrospection
In this intimately absurd hour, Claire Woolner attempts to perform a retrospective of her ‘greatest’ most ‘moving’ and ‘important’ pieces.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Mr. Chonkers
It’s a solo show. A mockery and celebration of performance. Absurd. Simple. Outrageous. Stupid. Fun. It’s terrible. An important waste of your time. It’s great. Please strongly consider all of this information before coming.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
The Elysian Presents: Edinburgh Fringe Percolator
One Saturday a month on the way to the festival our spotlight is on Work-in-Process performances gearing up to travel to the biggest arts/culture festival on the planet, the Edinburgh Fringe!
Come support the creative development of upcoming Fringe shows, be an important part of the process, and help expand a community that can share resources and ideas before anyone gets on the plane.
Edinburgh Anonymous - IN SKUNK ROOM
A series of Q&As/workshops/communal support, drawing the Fringe-committed or Fringe-curious. A place to network and share resources and make friends and collaborators before heading off into the wilds of the festival.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
ELEMENT: A Solo Show Film Public Screening
Comedian and actor Nore Davis shines on stage with his inner child for the first time after 20 years in ELEMENT: A Solo Show film. Observe as he navigates through his love for Astrology, the difficulty of Co-Parenting, and deals with the grief after the loss of his mother to ovarian cancer.
Tomorrow! w/ Ron Lynch
In its 19th year of lauded late night lunacy! Hosted by Ron Lynch (Bob's Burgers, Corporate, Portlandia) and featuring a rotating roster of top comedians, specialty acts, musicians and performance artists -- It is not to be missed! Every Saturday @ Midnight.
Playhouse Masterpieces (Live + Live-Streamed!)
Neil Campbell and Paul Rust present an improvised play of great artistic importance.
Featuring Neil Campbell, Paul Rust, Beck Bennett, Toni Charline, Fran Gillespie, Mike Hanford, Mike Mitchell
Anointed Greens Presents: Unsung Black Sheroes
Anointed Greens sketch team is taking a moment to honor Black women in pop culture who deserve their flowers, some real, some fictional, all equally important. A mix of sketches will honor R&B legends like Mariah Carey, female friendships, and unsung heroes like Boo Boo The Fool while other ones will call out Drake's new rap lyrics and dads who owe over $2500 in child support and therefore can't get a passport. It's silly, it's biting, and every sketch leaves you with a new fact you didn't know about!
Starring Paige Elson, Dyani Rejae, and April Rock. Directed by Ashleigh Hairston
Funny Games (Show/Open Mic)
A hybrid open mic / comedy show! If you put your name in the bucket to perform, the show is FREE!
Hosted by Kate O'Connor, Jo Scott, & Meaghan Strickland
Honest Work
Kevin Gregory Krieger gives you everything in this full hour of high-octane improvised performance. THIS IS NOT A WORK IN PROGRESS. It is the final product, and the promise is simple: to give you the best show of your entire life. There are no props, no cues, and no framework. This is mind, body and soul against the ticking clock. It is honest work.
SHABOOM!
SHABOOM! is a spectacle teetering at the edge of disaster, creating actions of pleasure and idiocy, in old wigs. SHABOOM! is not just an experiment with failure, but a jubilant funeral procession for any idea of success, driven by maddening determination and an impressive lack of good judgement. SHABOOM! is theatre for the masses that forces culture and critique through the clown horn of queer slapstick
Playspace (Clown Jam)
A weekly community event to play together, workshop ideas big and small, or come completely unprepared and find something new. It’s FREE!
Survivor: Island of Idiots
WELCOME BACK! Stranded on an island far off the coast of Fiji, 13 barely-vetted Castaways will be divided into tribes to form new, chaotic societies as they adapt to their unfamiliar surroundings. Subjected to mental and physical challenges, the Castaways will be forced to choose between personal risk and reward, like game-changing advantages or a hot bowl of slop that could seal their fate. Shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and strategic Immunity Idol plays will determine which Castaway achieves their ultimate goal: be crowned Sole Survivor of the Island of Idiots. This show is hosted and executive produced by Jiff Probe (Sam Walt Jones.)
Featuring Ru Anderson, Elizabeth Andrews, Julia Boyd, Jordan Lee Cohen, Dani Colucci, Isabella Gerasole, Eli Gonzalez, Jesse Kendall, Kyle Mizono, Jacquis Neal, Sam Oh, Sahana Srinivasan and Jess Uhler
Fuck This Month (IN PERSON & LIVESTREAMED)
Let’s face it; this month is trash... but we’re here to help! A cast of veteran comedians will take your shitty month and spin them into a fully improvised show. Catharsis through comedy!
Cast: Vic Michaelis, Amanda Lehan-Canto, Payam Banifaz, Angela Giarratana, Eli Gonzalez, Lauren Knutti, & Jeff Whitaker!
Catch a Betch
Catch a Betch is a scripted clown play that blends traditional theater with the absurdity of clown!
In this absurdist parody of reality tv and competition game shows, you will witness a live “taping” of a brand new game show- on which contestants must catch their spouse in the act of cheating in order to be crowned the winner. The catch: the contestants always catch their spouse in a far more impish act, leading to the downfall of the show and everyone involved. Will they be able to keep it together? Or will the production crumble before your very eyes! Tune in to find out!
Eddie Pepitone
They call him the Bitter Buddha, comedian Eddie Pepitone is a master of the dark art of comedy. Watch Eddie run his latest hour, as he warms up for his upcoming comedy special taping.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: TALK TO STRANGERS with TAYLOR WILLIAMSON
"Don't Talk to Strangers" is a show where host Taylor Williamson and a cast of superstar comedians tell some jokes then bring volunteers on stage and lovingly goof on them. Warning: It's VERY silly and fun!
Featuring Alfred Robles, Shapel Lacey, and Laurie Kilmartin
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: ALI KOLBERT
After graduating NYU Tisch, Ali Kolbert landed a job as an NBC Page at 30 Rock--where she worked on shows such as Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, and Late Night with Seth Meyers.
Netflix is a Joke Presents: The Comedy Bunker
A lineup of top comedians with a pre and post after party with beer and wine to celebrate the last day of the Netflix is a Joke festival.
Featuring Cameron Esposito, Alec Flynn, Ketra Long, Cooler Lyden, Ryan Goodcase, and Latif Tayour
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: NICO CARNEY
Nico Carney is a Brooklyn based standup comedian, actor and writer. His standup covers his experiences as a trans man, growing up in Savannah, Georgia, and whatever else he finds silly and interesting.
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: EJ MARCUS
EJ Marcus is a writer, actor, and comedian from Portland, Oregon who uses TikTok to inhabit characters that show up in people’s everyday lives. His social media has garnered recognition from Amy Poehler and Jeremy O. Harris, and he has been featured in Embedded and USA TODAY. He identifies as trans and lives in Los Angeles.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
*SOLD OUT*NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: Improv But Good
Improv But Good brings you a never-before-seen comedy event. Some of it is improvised, some is musical, and some is improvised and musical, but one thing you can be sure of is that all of it is GOOD.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
Webworm Popup! (In the Skunk Room)
Documentary maker David Farrier (Tickled, Dark Tourist, Flightless Bird, Mister Organ) is doing his first LA popup for his weird newsletter Webworm!
Come along on Saturday May 11 from 2pm-6pm - where a collection of Webworm t-shirts, caps and stickers will be on sale for the first time!
David will be there, along with artist Jess Johnson who's hand drawn some custom, one-off t-shirts just for the event.
They'll be joined by their friends "Freak Nature Puppets" VHS and found footage enthusiasts "Everything is Terrible!", and the "Lil’ Guys" board game.
Rachel Lo will be making cookies, and there'll be a mini-bar with cold beverages. So come hang, chat, and share weird stories together.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: flame monroe
Comedienne, hostess, Emcee and Actor, Flame Monroe is an explosive and inspiring talent hailing from Chicago. Flame’s introduction to audiences in the United States and abroad has been anything but traditional. With more than two decades honing the art of female impersonator in clubs starting in the Windy City and now across the country under her wig, the most challenging role has been that of single parent to three academically gifted and creative children; Flame describes it as AM Dad/PM Drag!
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: JACK ASSADOURIAN JR
Jack Assadourian is a comedian of Armenian and Mexican descent who has gained popularity for his unique perspective and hilarious observations on life. He often incorporates his multicultural background into his stand-up routine, sharing stories and experiences that resonate with audiences from different backgrounds. With his energetic stage presence and witty sense of humor, Jack has become a well-known name in the world of comedy and has been seen on Netlfix Is A Joke, Amazon prime video laugh after dark and has been heard on His podcast comedy club confessions.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: SIMPLE TOWN
Simple Town is a comedy group in New York. The current members are Will Niedmann, Sam Lanier, Ian Faria, Caroline Yost, and Felipe Di Poi. They put on Sketch Comedy Shows, Plays, and produce videos which were featured on [Adult Swim]'s Smalls, and Off The Air, as well as the New York TV Festival. They have projects with Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and FX.
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: BUSINESS CASUAL
Business Casual is a high-energy sketch trio originally from Los Angeles, currently based in Brooklyn. The group regularly appears at venues on both coasts, performing a brand of comedy that blends both sketch, improvisation, and clowning. They have been featured at Just For Laughs, Moontower, New York Comedy Festival, SF Sketch Fest, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In the past, they have developed digital sketches in partnership with Funny or Die. In the future, they will be huge celebrities.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: MAN OF THE YEAR
Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo present an all-new, interactive comedy show based on their hit podcast! The only show where you are guaranteed* to make new friends!
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: HAYDEN KRISTAL
Hayden Kristal is a Colorado-based former zookeeper who gave up a lucrative career path in salamanders to pursue comedy. Since then, their quick wit and cheerful self-deprecation has earned them a spot as an America’s Got Talent semifinalist, roles on Adult Swim/HBOMax’s Tuca and Bertie, and over a million followers on social media. When not on the road, Hayden lives on a farm with their girlfriend and equine-pals Chicken Elizabeth Nugget, Squidward, Debbi From Accounting, and Donkey Devito.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: GUY BRANUM
Guy Branum is the creator and host of truTV’s Talk Show The Game Show, a hilarious mashup of two beloved television formats that pits comedians and celebrities against each other for the title of “Best Guest of the Night.”
Featuring Molly Sanchez
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: ANNA SEREGINA
Anna Seregina is a Los Angeles-based comedian, actor, and writer originally from Russia. She was chosen as one JFL's 2023 New Faces, Time Out LA’s 2020 Comics to Watch and Vulture’s 2019 Comics to Watch. As a standup, Anna has performed at comedy festivals and notable venues across the country, including SXSW, SF Sketchfest, and -perhaps most importantly- the Viper Room.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: KYLE GORDON
Kyle is a New York based comedian, actor, writer and improviser. He has recently emerged as one of the most popular comedians on Social Media, with over 5 million followers and over a billion views across Tik Tok, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook .
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: KEVIN JAMES THORNTON
Kevin James Thornton has built a loyal following with his hilarious, heartfelt and occasionally cringey moments of self reflection (with a splash of autotune) about growing up gay in a religious community in the 90s.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: SARA SCHAEFER
Sara Schaefer is a critically acclaimed stand up comedian, writer, and artist. Her Comedy Central Stand Up Presents half hour special debuted in November 2019 and she was the co-host of MTV’s late night show Nikki & Sara Live. Sara published her first book, Grand, in 2020 with Simon & Schuster. She has written for numerous television programs including Who Wants To Be a Millionaire, The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, Would I Lie To You, and The History of Swear Words. She won two Emmy awards for her work at Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. In recent years, Sara’s satirical sketches have been viral hits, including Comedy Ad, Quarantine Barbie, How To Sell a TV Show in 3 Easy Steps, and MeResearch. Sara toured her solo show Going Up in 10 countries in 2023. The New York Times called it "ambitious and nimble” and “a feat of comedy.”
NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: MATT RICHARDS: ABRACADAMN
Join comedian & casual magician, Matt Richards for a night of tricks and illusions that will leave you laughing and make you say “ABRACADAMN” !
*SOLD OUT* NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: NATALIE PALAMIDES: WEER (WIP)
Natalie Palamides is a multi-hyphenate comedic performer known for her avant garde, boundary pushing performances and her one person shows built around complex, multi-dimensional characters.
This show is SOLD OUT. There will be a standby line at the door 30 min before showtime.