Comedy Shows in New York City
NYC comedy clubs include the Comedy Cellar ($10-24), Gotham Comedy Club ($15-25), and UCB Theatre ($5-12). The Comedy Cellar is the hardest to get into — book 2-3 weeks ahead.
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The most famous comedy club in America — where Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, and Louis CK drop in regularly. Intimate basement room seats about 115. Shows nightly at 6:45pm, 8:45pm, 10:45pm, and 12:30am. Two-item minimum (food or drink). Weeknight shows are the best value and easiest to get into.
Upscale 300-seat comedy club in Chelsea known for polished lineups and a classier vibe than Village clubs. Regular host of Comedy Central tapings and the 'New Faces' showcase that has launched dozens of careers. Two-drink minimum. Great date-night option with more comfortable seating than most NYC clubs.
Long-form improv and sketch comedy in a scrappy East Village theater. Founded by Amy Poehler. Over 25 shows per week, with improv jams and student showcases alongside polished house teams. One of the cheapest quality comedy options in the city — no drink minimum.