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- Friday August 22nd 07:00PM
- Orny Adams
- Orny Adams has appeared on every late night television show. His “More Than Loud” comedy special on YouTube has 7 million views. Orny has had one hour stand-up specials on Netflix, Comedy Central and Showtime. Orny has toured all over the world and gives a full throttle, high energy show. And you may also recognize him from the hit TV show Teen Wolf and the new Teen Wolf movie just released on Paramount Plus. And Orny has well over a million followers on social media.Orny Adams delivers a powerful, incisive stand up routine that vacillates between the relevant and the absurd. Orny attacks what’s wrong with the world and sometimes even what’s wrong with Orny. He’s brutally honest, satirical and his performance is ceaselessly energetic.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Saturday August 23rd 07:00PM
- Orny Adams
- Orny Adams has appeared on every late night television show. His “More Than Loud” comedy special on YouTube has 7 million views. Orny has had one hour stand-up specials on Netflix, Comedy Central and Showtime. Orny has toured all over the world and gives a full throttle, high energy show. And you may also recognize him from the hit TV show Teen Wolf and the new Teen Wolf movie just released on Paramount Plus. And Orny has well over a million followers on social media.Orny Adams delivers a powerful, incisive stand up routine that vacillates between the relevant and the absurd. Orny attacks what’s wrong with the world and sometimes even what’s wrong with Orny. He’s brutally honest, satirical and his performance is ceaselessly energetic.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Saturday August 23rd 09:30PM
- Orny Adams
- Orny Adams has appeared on every late night television show. His “More Than Loud” comedy special on YouTube has 7 million views. Orny has had one hour stand-up specials on Netflix, Comedy Central and Showtime. Orny has toured all over the world and gives a full throttle, high energy show. And you may also recognize him from the hit TV show Teen Wolf and the new Teen Wolf movie just released on Paramount Plus. And Orny has well over a million followers on social media.Orny Adams delivers a powerful, incisive stand up routine that vacillates between the relevant and the absurd. Orny attacks what’s wrong with the world and sometimes even what’s wrong with Orny. He’s brutally honest, satirical and his performance is ceaselessly energetic.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Sunday August 24th 07:00PM
- Chip Chantry
- Chip Chantry is a stand up comedian, television writer and actor who can be seen in his breakout role as Kyle the Liar on the Netflix comedy series Tires, his debut comedy special Move Closer, and as co-host of the comedy travel podcast Sunburnt. With his sharp writing and energetic stage presence, Chip keeps audiences on their toes, shifting easily from hard-hitting one-liners to well-crafted hilarious storytelling.Formerly a 4th grade teacher, Chip Chantry left the classroom to pursue a career as a comedian. touring nationally and opening for acts such as Sarah Silverman, Dave Chappelle, Bob Saget, and Gary Gulman. Coming up in the Philadelphia comedy scene, Chip won Helium Comedy Club’s “Philly’s Phunniest” contest, and was named “Best Comedian in Philly” by Philadelphia Magazine.As a television writer, Chip has written comedy series for NBC, FOX, Disney+ and NatGeo. Chantry has been a recurring guest on the Doug Loves Movies and Todd Glass Show podcasts. In 2012, he released his first live comedy album, Across From the Adonis. His second stand up album, Swingers Party, debuted at #1 on the iTunes Comedy Charts in March 2019.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Sunday August 24th 08:30PM
- OPENmic
- OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday | 8:30 PMHost: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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- Thursday August 28th 07:00PM
- Steve Hofstetter
- Hofstetter, who has over a billion views on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, is a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated comedian. His book (Ginger Kid) is a top 5 pick on Amazon and debuted at number one in its category. Hofstetter was the host and executive producer of season one of Laughs (FOX) and he has been on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and E! True Hollywood Story, Comics Unleashed, Comedy All-Stars, Quite Frankly, White Boyz in the Hood, Countdown, and more. He's been in four movies, and he has had two top 20 comedy albums (including one that hit number 1 on iTunes comedy charts). He is a former columnist for Sports Illustrated and the NHL, and has also written for Maxim and the New York Times, among others.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Thursday August 28th 09:00PM
- THE ROTATION Comedy Showcase
- Get ready to laugh every Thursday night at THE ROTATION — a high-energy comedy showcase at Empire Comedy Club in Portland, ME! Starting at 9pm, each show features a fresh lineup of stand-up talent, from local favorites to nationally touring comedians. No two weeks are the same, so come experience the best in live comedy, week after week.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats.Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Friday August 29th 07:00PM
- Greg Warren
- Greg Warren, most recently seen on “ Late Night with Seth Meyers”, "The Late Late Show on CBS" and “Last Comic Standing” " has built a strong fan base with an act inspired by his Midwestern upbringing. His CDs, “Fish Sandwich” (2017) "Running Out of Time" (Sept 2013) and "One Star Wonder" (June 2009) hit #1, #3 and #6 respectively on the iTunes Comedy charts. Self-deprecation, frustration and an arsenal of lifelike characters highlight Greg's colorful perspective.Greg attracts a diverse audience, having performed on BET’s "Coming to the Stage", Country Music Television's "Comedy Stage" and Comedy Central’s “Comedy Central Presents”. He is a favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom radio show. He toured theaters across the country with The Bob & Tom All Stars Comedy Tour.Greg hails from St. Louis, MO, where his father was a high school wrestling coach and his mother made him play clarinet in the band. He has captivated audiences with anecdotes about the conflict inherent in meshing the two disparate high school identities of varsity wrestler and band geek. Greg's "Flute Man" bit is a perfect encapsulation of the insecurities of high school and the ongoing quest to be cool, and is one of the most requested bits in the history of the Bob & Tom Radio Show. Greg was also a West Point Cadet, where he distinguished himself by amassing an impressive tally of demerits and endless hours of pointless marching. After moving on to the University of Missouri, he studied journalism and became an All-American college wrestler.During college, Greg won a comedy contest and was invited to perform at Déja Vu, a local club in Columbia, MO. After a stint selling Jif and Pringles for Procter & Gamble, Greg made the decision to become a full-time comedian. This led to an invitation to Montreal's prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in 2002, where Greg performed as one of the featured New Faces of Comedy. Excerpts from Greg’s act are played daily on Sirius/XM Comedy He appeared in the independent films “Punching Henry”(2016), “Marshall the Miracle Dog” (2015), and "23 Minutes to Sunrise" (2011). He is a founding member of the St. Louis Sketch Week Players.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Friday August 29th 09:30PM - Empire Comedy Club
- THE DARK & DIRTY SHOW
- Doors at 9pm | Show at 9:30pm | 21+ CONTENT WARNINGTHE DARK & DIRTY SHOW! Join us for an evening of Dark and Dirty comedy as our line up of comedians try some of their edgier material!*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Saturday August 30th 07:00PM
- Greg Warren
- Greg Warren, most recently seen on “ Late Night with Seth Meyers”, "The Late Late Show on CBS" and “Last Comic Standing” " has built a strong fan base with an act inspired by his Midwestern upbringing. His CDs, “Fish Sandwich” (2017) "Running Out of Time" (Sept 2013) and "One Star Wonder" (June 2009) hit #1, #3 and #6 respectively on the iTunes Comedy charts. Self-deprecation, frustration and an arsenal of lifelike characters highlight Greg's colorful perspective.Greg attracts a diverse audience, having performed on BET’s "Coming to the Stage", Country Music Television's "Comedy Stage" and Comedy Central’s “Comedy Central Presents”. He is a favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom radio show. He toured theaters across the country with The Bob & Tom All Stars Comedy Tour.Greg hails from St. Louis, MO, where his father was a high school wrestling coach and his mother made him play clarinet in the band. He has captivated audiences with anecdotes about the conflict inherent in meshing the two disparate high school identities of varsity wrestler and band geek. Greg's "Flute Man" bit is a perfect encapsulation of the insecurities of high school and the ongoing quest to be cool, and is one of the most requested bits in the history of the Bob & Tom Radio Show. Greg was also a West Point Cadet, where he distinguished himself by amassing an impressive tally of demerits and endless hours of pointless marching. After moving on to the University of Missouri, he studied journalism and became an All-American college wrestler.During college, Greg won a comedy contest and was invited to perform at Déja Vu, a local club in Columbia, MO. After a stint selling Jif and Pringles for Procter & Gamble, Greg made the decision to become a full-time comedian. This led to an invitation to Montreal's prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in 2002, where Greg performed as one of the featured New Faces of Comedy. Excerpts from Greg’s act are played daily on Sirius/XM Comedy He appeared in the independent films “Punching Henry”(2016), “Marshall the Miracle Dog” (2015), and "23 Minutes to Sunrise" (2011). He is a founding member of the St. Louis Sketch Week Players.*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Saturday August 30th 08:00PM - Empire Presents at Batson River
- ROBERT MAC
- Empire Comedy Club Presents: Comedy at Batson RiverJoin us at 82 Hanover Street in Portland, ME for a brand new comedy series with BATSON RIVER!About Robert MacI’m an award-winning comedian (Comedy Central’s national stand-up competition) a non-award-winning Master of Ceremonies, and a fake motivational speaker, among other things. My act is clever, clean, and ideal for audiences wanting something a little more cerebral. It’s brainy and deadpan instead of brain-dead and pandering.
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- Sunday August 31st 07:00PM
- Friends of Casco Bay Benefit Show
- A benefit show for Friends Of Casco Bay. Tickets are $30 for GA, and $50 for Preferred Seating. All Proceeds to benefit FOCB!Headliner Robert Mac featuring Matt Dundas*Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases will be standing room only. Arrive early to secure your seats. Preferred Seating tickets guarantee seating directly in front of the stage. Limited PS tickets available.*Be on time... If you have not arrived at the venue 30 minutes after the start of showtime, your tickets will be cancelled and your seat may be sold to the next customer. No refunds will be given under this circumstance. Empire Comedy Club reserves this right on all ticketed events.
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- Sunday August 31st 08:30PM
- OPENmic
- OPENmic at Empire Comedy ClubEvery Sunday | 8:30 PMHost: Matt DundasReady to test your material or just want a night of laughs? Join us every Sunday night at Empire Comedy Club for OPENmic, a welcoming stage for everyone—from seasoned pros to first-timers. Each comic gets 5 minutes, and if the list tops 15 performers, set times drop to 4 minutes, and we switch to a bucket pull for a fun, random lineup.Please note: if there's a show scheduled before the mic, the start time may be slightly delayed.Come be part of the scene, share some laughs, and maybe even steal the show.SIGN-UP HERE!https://www.empirecomedyme.com/open-mics-calendarAbout the host:Matt Dundas is a comedian, storyteller and MC. He has performed at clubs nationwide, such as ImprovBoston, Comedy Underground (Seattle), Loonees Comedy Corner (Colorado), Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (Virginia), DC Drafthouse, DC Improv, the Greenwich Village Comedy Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Matt's act touches on his life as a husband and father of two, along with a dose of social commentary. As an actor, Matt has appeared on ABC-TV and onstage at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA. Matt has won multiple awards for his video shorts. Matt has opened for Alonzo Bodden (Last Comic Standing), Ryan Donahue (Crashing), Jena Friedman (The Daily Show), Tim Harmston (Letterman), Robert Mac (Comedy Central), Mary Mack (Conan), Jeff Maurer (Last Week Tonight), Tony Woods (HBO) and Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley).
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