Comedy THE BEST Comedy
Edited by Erin Kuschner
timeout.com/austin/comedy @erinito
EVENTS THIS SEASON
Laugh Out Proud This monthly stand-up showcase
highlights up-and-coming LGBTQ comics in an evening when everyone is included—no matter how you self-identify. à The Institution Theater, 3708 Woodbury Dr (512-895-9580,
theinstitutiontheater.com). Third Sat of the month at 10pm; $5.
Whose Live Anyway? Relive the late ’90s with an
evening of improvised games, scenes and songs with Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel Murray. If audience participation is your jam, bring suggestions, and you just might be pulled onstage. à Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-1444,
texasperformingarts.com). May 21 at 7:30pm; $29.50–$59.75.
Chris Cubas Lovers of failed TV shows might
recognize Austin-based Cubas from his podcast, Canceled, an analysis of shows that lasted a year or less. Cubas performs at Cap City for three nights. à Cap City Comedy Club, 8120 Research Blvd, suite #100 (512-467-2333, capcity
comedy.com). May 24, 25 at 8pm; May 26, 27 at 8, 10:30pm. $12–$64.95.
David Koechner The Anchorman star comes to
Austin Sketch Fest
Sketch Fest returns for its eighth year with more than 30 shows throughout Memorial Day weekend. The best sketch comics and groups from Austin and across the country take over ColdTowne Theater and Spider House Ballroom for a week of laughs.
à ColdTowne Theater, 4803 Airport Blvd (512-814-8696) · Spider House Ballroom, 2908 Fruth St (512-480-9562) ·
atxsketchfest.com. May 22–28 at various times; festival pass $40–$50.
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town for a handful of shows; expect to hear a set full of his comedic storytelling. à Cap City Comedy Club, 8120 Research Blvd, suite #100 (512-467-2333, capcity
comedy.com). June 8 at 8pm; June 9, 10 at 8, 10:30pm. $20–$25.
Aunty Donna Australian comedy group Aunty
Donna brings its award-winning alternative sketch stylings from Down Under, featuring dance, plays and strange characters. à The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave
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Chris Rock Comedy legend Rock brings
his highly anticipated stand- up tour, Total Blackout, to Austin for one night only, mixing his satirical style with personal reflection. à Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-1444,
texasperformingarts.com). May 14, 15 at 8pm; $49.50–$125.
(512-472-5470,
austintheatre.org). June 17 at 7pm; $32.
Megaphone Marathon This comedy marathon is more
like 20 marathons since the festival spans from Austin to New Orleans. The fourth annual Megaphone Marathon brings dozens of improv teams together for more than 50 shows and parties including a Thursday- night sprint with multiple comedy troupes performing back-to-back. à The New Movement, 616 Lavaca St (512-788-2699,
megaphonemarathons.com). July 18–23 at various times; $5/show, all-show access $25.
Mac Blake After being named the Funniest
Person in Austin in 2013, Blake has a lot to live up to, but we’re confident he’ll deliver during his two nights of stand-up at the Velv. à The Velveeta Room, 521 E 6th St (512-766- 8358,
thevelveetaroom.com). July 23, 24 at 9, 11pm; $10.
PHOTOGRAPHS (FROM LEFT): STEVE ROGERS PHOTOGRAPHY; LARRY MARANO/REX/SHUTTERSTOCK
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