Best Comedy Clubs
Baltimore Comedy Factory
6 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 547-7798
baltimorecomedy.com
Recent comedians here include John Henton (from the show "Living Single"), Justin Schlegel (who has opened for Bob Saget) and Ian Bagg (who has been on Craig Ferguson's show). There is a two drink minimum for all shows.
The Comedy Spot
4238 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 294-LAFF (5233)
www.comedyindc.com
The Comedy Spot offers open mics and comedy specials. Some are appropriate for all ages and some are adult-only; check the website for details.
The Comedy Zone
7000 Arundel Mills Circle
Hanover, MD 21076
(877) 33-LAUGH (335-2844)
thecrankstore.homestead.com
The Comedy Zone has been in business for over eight years. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
DC Improv
1140 Connecticut Avenue
Washington DC 20036
(202) 296-7008
www.dcimprov.com
Recent guests include Felipe Esparza (who won "Last Comic Standing"), Norm MacDonald (who was in "Billy Madison") and John Oliver (who is a contributor on "The Daily Show With Jon Stewart"). There is a two item minimum (which can be either food or drinks).
Magooby's Joke House
9603 Deereco Road
Timonium, MD 21093
(410) 252-2727
www.magoobys.com
Recent comedians include Donnell Rawlings (from "Chappelle's Show" and "The Wire"), Otto and George (from "The Late Show With David Letterman") and Marc Unger (who was on an episode of "Friends"). They have a two item minimum (which can be food or drinks). You have to be 18 or older to attend a show.