COMEDY VENUES | by Pamela Zeiler and Carl Dunker
DR. GRINS COMEDY CLUB The B.O.B. 20 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids Thursday at 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 and 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $10
thebob.com, (616) 356-2000
Billed as Grand Rapids’ premier comedy venue, Dr. Grins routinely hosts nationally acclaimed comedians and improv groups with the rest of the B.O.B.’s restaurants and bars just steps away.
DOG STORY THEATER 7 Jefferson Ave. SE, Grand Rapids Monday, 8 p.m. Tickets: $5-$15
dogstorytheater.com, (616) 894-1252
Dog Story Theater hosts weekly comedy gigs ranging from movie parodies to classic improv. Dog Story also partners with LaughFest to bring up-and-coming comedians to town to keep the lineup fresh.
RIVER CITY IMPROV Ladies Literary Club 61 Sheldon Blvd SE, Grand Rapids March 3, 17 and 31 Tickets: $10
rivercityimprov.com, (616) 752-8570
For the improv junkie, there is no better way to get your fix in Grand Rapids than with the River City Improv group. Their shows at the Ladie’s Literary Club will keep you jonesing for more.
JACK’S LOUNGE Holiday Inn 940 W. Savidge, Spring Lake
Thursday, 9:30 p.m. FREE! 21 & up
higrandhaven.com, (616) 846-1370
Enjoy scenic views and great food while busting a gut at Jack’s Lounge. The Thursday evening show is hosted year- round and features a headliner with an opening act to warm up the crowd and get the laughter rolling.
CITY LAFS STAND-UP SATURDAY CityFlats Hotel 61 E. 7th Street, Holland March 24, 8 p.m. Tickets: $5 and two drink minimum / 18 & up
cityflatshotel.com, (616) 796-2100
Prepare for a night of joviality in the theater of CityFlats Hotel. City Lafs hosts six different stand-up comedians each month. Buy your tickets in advance at the CityFlats Hotel front desk or at the door.
THE GLOBE THEATRE, JOKES AND JAMS 241 E. Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo
Every Tuesday, 8 p.m. FREE!
globekzoo.com, (269) 488-3330
At the Globe, every month has a new act to keep audiences laughing till the wee hours of the morning. Also, Tuesdays are Jokes and Jams, an open-mic night for comedians and musicians alike and a great chance to see new local talent.
THE LANDING LOUNGE Radisson—On the River 270 Ann Street NW, Grand Rapids
Sunday, 8:30 p.m. FREE!
ontherivergr.com, (616) 363-7748
Enjoy stand-up comedy featuring West Michigan’s best comedians at The Landing Lounge starting at 8:30 p.m. every Sunday. Join the best comedy lineup for an evening of laughs with riverfront views and a cozy atmo- sphere, along with great drink specials and a light menu during lounge hours.
KABARET Fire Keepers Casino 11177 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek
Wednesday, 7 and 9 p.m. FREE!
firekeeperscasino.com, (877) 352-8777
Every month Fire Keepers Casino hosts a new stand up act at
Kabaret, one of the casino’s entertainment venues. Featuring a different comedian every month, every show has its own flare to keep audiences guessing what will happen next. n
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