Michael Hollywood’s Hootenanny…
at the North Street Cabaret in Madison, WI is a Variety Open Mic hosted by polymath performer Michael Hollywood (coincidentally enough). Poets, Storytellers, Standup Comics, Musicians, Dancers, and all and sundry forms of performance are welcome. A nurturing space for performers and an extremely entertaining time for spectators. "Universal Liberation through Creative Self-Actualization" is Hollywood's motto and a rocking good time for all is his goal. The next hootenanny is Wednesday, December 17th. More info HERE
Life is Better When You Laugh!
December 11th! “Life is Better When You Laugh” workshops are held at The Goodman Community Center in Madison, WI. Join in on a fun and dynamic conversation about the importance of humor in our daily living and workplace environments. Stay tuned for next date (s). Thanks! REGISTRATION CLOSED.
Comedy at The Cabaret…
Monthly STAND-UP COMEDY SHOW at North Street Cabaret. THIS THURSDAY, December 4th! A t North Street Cabaret! Hosted by Allie Lindsay Featuring Breanne Wilhite, Luise Noe, & headliner Raegan Niemela!
Happenings… Newsletter
The next issue is January 1st!!! Start the New Year off with great information! Sign up at the bottom of the page to find out about storytelling, comedy, podcasts and local performance art in our diverse Madison community. The newsletter keeps expanding its content as subscribers are really growing. Many thanks to folks giving feedback and ideas for features.
I’mProv, You’reProv by Big Honey
Wednesday, October 29th at Muso Madison…I'mProv, You'reProv is the interview-and-improvisation comedy show from Madison-based improv team Big Honey. Every show welcomes a notable/notorious Madison luminary for quick conversations that will inspire Big Honey's thoughtful mix of premise-based improv scenes. Also enjoy an opening act highlighting local improv talent.
FLUSH…Comedy and storytelling in a train car.
Thursday, November 20th in Madison, WI. Storytelling meets standup in this actually-good comedy show about the TV writing career, personal life, and poop of comedian Emily Winter.
Emily is a two-time TODAY Show guest whose comedy has appeared on/in Nickelodeon, E!, NPR, SiriusXM, The New Yorker and The New York Times. She's the co-creator of ONE LINER MADNESS, a 64-comedian comedy contest that travels the country finding the best joke writers in thriving cities, including Madison.
The show is hosted by Chris Calogero with an opening set from Madison's 2025 One Liner Madness Champion, Kayla Ruth.
Laughing Liberally Madison…
Monday, September 22nd! Laughing Liberally Madison, a monthly progressive political comedy show f Join in the fun at Minocqua Brewing Co’s Madison Tap Room, with some really good people and have a great laugh. $10 suggested donation.
The Moth in Madison GrandSLAM Championship
Don’t miss this night of great storytelling on Friday, October 24th! Ten StorySLAM Champions will be competing to be this year's winner. Find all about their “Comfort Zone.”
Open Mic Idol at Atria Hall…
Come on down to Atria Hall on Tuesday the 29th for Open Mic Comedy, where you hit the stage, we get to vote, and the funniest person to the crowd gets $50!
All sets are 3 minutes; we have 25 spots available. If more than 25 people sign up, we'll put out bucket spots during the show, so everyone has an equal chance to get on. The list will be posted by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, and the Mic will start at 7:30 pm. May the best comic win!
Madison Comedy Week…
A festival of laughs in Madison with some of the best shows & comics from all over the country! Begins Sunday, August 3rd! Don’t miss it! Get your tickets now!
Amalgam Improv Half-Baked
Half-Baked returns on July 25th to showcase local indie improv teams across Madison, WI. Come support your local improv scene for FREE on July 25th from 7-9pm at Reverie Baking Co! Get snacks, drinks, and laughs!
Stand-Up at Atlas Improv
On July 3rd, the Atlas Improv’s stand-up and variety night is back! Featuring seasoned comics, newer voices, and first-timers alike. Get ready for an evening of laughs! Be sure and bring a friend!
Laughing Liberally Madison…
Monday, May 26th, 7 pm at the Madison Tap Room! Laughing Liberally Madison is a spin-off show of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, a critically acclaimed show that plays to excited progressive audiences every month in Milwaukee. It is the local chapter of Laughing Liberally, a national organization of progressive comedians who use humor and laughter to spread understanding of liberal ideas and advance progressive values.
Amalgam Improv Story-Prov
Wednesday, May 14th, at The Forward Club in Madison, WI! Everyone has a story. But not everyone is lucky enough to have their story brought to life through improv! In Story-prov, storytellers take the stage to share captivating, real-life tales that improvisers use as inspiration for their scenes. The result is a high-energy blend of narrative and improv, where nothing is planned and the only guide is the story. Every show is unique and unforgettable!
This month’s storytellers are the always sassy Alice Pauser and the fun-loving Evan Driscoll!
Quamedy Brings The Laughs…
Get ready to shake off the winter blues and heat things up with an unforgettable night of comedy at Breese Stevens Field on Friday, May 2, 2025! The evening will be hosted by Taylor Hooker, bringing the laughs, the awkward, and maybe a few unexpected animal facts, guaranteed to leave you in stitches.. Featured Comedians: Alice Pauser – Bringing her razor-sharp insights and laugh-out-loud tales of growing up in the north woods.
Justin Frisque– Serving sass, attitude, and big laughs.
Lisa Quam – – Madison’s very own queen of comedy, known for her fearless humor and infectious charm.
