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Created by Los Angeles Updated On: August 15, 2013
LA comedy clubs are among the best and most legendary in the country. With national headliners making regular appearances, fans are always in for a night of sidesplitting laughter.
Los Angeles: For 35+ years this legendary spot has introduced some of the greatest comedians of all time including Eddie Murphy, Ellen DeGeneres, Adam Sandler & Dave Chappelle. Jay Leno helped paint the ceiling.
Comedy Club · West Los Angeles · 102 tips and reviews
Los Angeles: 1 show in the Original Room features a whopping 16 headlining acts appearing back-to-back. There are also two other stages — the Main Room and the Belly Room — at this popular Sunset Strip venue.
1323A 3rd Street Promenade (Between 3rd and 4th and Santa Monica and Arizona), Santa Monica, CA
Comedy Club · Downtown Santa Monica · 21 tips and reviews
Los Angeles: Home to one of the most popular touring improv groups in the country, Mission IMPROVable; also hosts comedy classes most days, and you can even test your own jokes during open mic time on Saturdays.
Los Angeles: Every Sunday, Tonight Show host Jay Leno gets back to his stand-up roots at this Hermosa Beach institution. Catch the club's other signature show, “10 Comedians for $10” on many Friday nights.
1000 Universal Studios Blvd (at Universal CityWalk), Universal City, CA
Comedy Club · 24 tips and reviews
Los Angeles: SNL alumn Jon Lovitz operates his own club at Universal CityWalk. The lineup often includes appearances by Lovitz and the ever-popular “Jay & Silent Bob Get Old," & special guests throughout the week.
Los Angeles: 6 resident troupes perform weekly sketch comedy and improv shows — now-famous alums include Sean Hayes and Joel McHale. The audience is invited to participate at the high-tech, 99-seat theater.
24 N Mentor Ave (at E Colorado Blvd), Pasadena, CA
Comedy Club · Downtown Pasadena · 21 tips and reviews
Los Angeles: Laughter has been rolling at this Pasadena outlet for more than 50 yrs. The club offers stand-up classes, as well as a great birthday package, which includes free admission and a discount for friends.