“I tell myself, ‘If I’m going to do comedy the rest of my life, what’s the rush?’” Attanasio says.
How-to comedy series returns with a show about rules
‘Rules and How to Break Them’ opens Thursday, June 20, and will run for six performances at The Bebe Theater.
Comedian Elvira Kurt takes the stage for Helpmate
On Thursday, June 6, internationally acclimated comedienne Elvira Kurt will take the stage at the Diana Wortham Theatre, where she will participate in Sisters Doin’ It For Ourselves, a benefit for Helpmate Women’s Shelter.
Smart Bets: Red, White & Boobs
Four of Washington, DC’s top female comics perform May 25 at LaZoom Room.
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Variety show spotlights local artists and benefits Our VOICE
The second iteration is slated for Monday, April 22, at The Mothlight with Chris Rodrigues and Abby the Spoon Lady, Laura Blackley and Tina & Her Pony; Forty Fingers & a Missing Tooth; Hilliary Begley; Tom Peters; Josh McClure of Jus Twerk; Kathleen Hahn of Danceclub Asheville; Kevin Evans and Lauren Napoli of Aerial Space.
Smart Bets: Helltrap Nightmare
The Chicago horror-comedy ensemble brings its brand of horror-comedy to The Mothlight on April 23.
The Magnetic Theatre hosts a comedy showcase
Four accomplished comics — two from Western North Carolina and two based in Colorado — bravely bring their humorous stand-up to The Magnetic Theatre.
Smart Bets: Damon Sumner
The comedian headlines an all-Atlanta show on March 23 at LaZoom Room.
Smart Bets: The Real Comedians of Social Media
Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks, Tony Baker and Tahir Moore perform at River of Life Full Gospel Church on March 9.
Comedian Hari Kondabolu on race, politics and educated audiences
“It feels like a home game,” Kondabolu says of performing in Asheville. “I have a bunch of folks who I don’t have to explain as much to and who are excited that I’m there.”
Renaissance Comedy Weekend brings nationally touring acts to Asheville
There will be three comics each night, plus an emcee. The Saturday closer, Michael Palascak, a finalist on “Last Comic Standing,” has performed on every late-night show.
Smart Bets: Ben Wallis
The Atlanta-based artist’s illustrations and standup skills will be on display Feb. 3 at Fleetwood’s.
Smart Bets: Erin Foley and Jason Dudey
The veteran standups bring their Come Out Laughing Comedy Tour to The Grey Eagle on Jan. 19.
Best of Asheville Comedy
Asheville’s thriving comedy scene remains active with local artists while also attracting major touring acts.
Smart Bets: Krish Mohan
The Indian standup comedian brings his new show to Fleetwood’s on Dec. 8.
Asheville Comedy Festival provides laughs — and connections
This year’s Asheville Comedy Festival features four separate comedy showcases with 44 comedians from across the United States and Canada. It kicks off Thursday, Aug. 9, at Highland Brewing Co., before moving to The Diana Wortham Theatre for three more showcases on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 10 and 11.
Smart Bets: Judah Friedlander
The former “30 Rock” actor brings his latest stand-up show to The Orange Peel on June 23.
AVL Beer Week 2018: The Odditorium celebrates five years with new events and concoctions
“We always say, ‘It takes a village to run this place,’” says Amy Marshall, who owns the West Asheville venue with her partner, Tamy Kuper.
Open mics in and around Asheville
There’s typically a time limit for each presenter, and some open mics have a theme or a host to usher the evening along, but what happens in front of the microphone is, truly, wide open to possibility.
Smart Bets: Rob Haze
The Atlanta-based standup and “Tonight Show” alum performs at The Southern on May 19.