Upcoming Comedy Shows
- Thursday August 7th 07:00PM
- Rosebud Baker
- Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actor, and Emmy-award winning writer. Named as Variety’s "Top 10 Comics To Watch," and Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know," Rosebud is currently a writer for Saturday Night Live. Rosebud wrote and performed on two W.G.A. Award-nominated sketch series: That Damn Michael Che and Inside Amy Schumer. She's performed stand-up on That’s My Time with David Letterman on Netflix, Bill Burr’s The Ringers on Comedy Central, and her debut stand-up special, Whiskey Fists, premiered in 2021 on Comedy Central’s YouTube channel, produced by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy. Her acting work can be seen in Life & Beth on Hulu and the upcoming horror-comedy feature film Hell of A Summer, directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk.*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 7th 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 8th 07:00PM
- Rosebud Baker
- Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actor, and Emmy-award winning writer. Named as Variety’s "Top 10 Comics To Watch," and Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know," Rosebud is currently a writer for Saturday Night Live. Rosebud wrote and performed on two W.G.A. Award-nominated sketch series: That Damn Michael Che and Inside Amy Schumer. She's performed stand-up on That’s My Time with David Letterman on Netflix, Bill Burr’s The Ringers on Comedy Central, and her debut stand-up special, Whiskey Fists, premiered in 2021 on Comedy Central’s YouTube channel, produced by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy. Her acting work can be seen in Life & Beth on Hulu and the upcoming horror-comedy feature film Hell of A Summer, directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk.*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 8th 09:30PM
- Rosebud Baker
- Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actor, and Emmy-award winning writer. Named as Variety’s "Top 10 Comics To Watch," and Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know," Rosebud is currently a writer for Saturday Night Live. Rosebud wrote and performed on two W.G.A. Award-nominated sketch series: That Damn Michael Che and Inside Amy Schumer. She's performed stand-up on That’s My Time with David Letterman on Netflix, Bill Burr’s The Ringers on Comedy Central, and her debut stand-up special, Whiskey Fists, premiered in 2021 on Comedy Central’s YouTube channel, produced by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy. Her acting work can be seen in Life & Beth on Hulu and the upcoming horror-comedy feature film Hell of A Summer, directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk.*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 9th 07:00PM
- Rosebud Baker
- Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actor, and Emmy-award winning writer. Named as Variety’s "Top 10 Comics To Watch," and Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know," Rosebud is currently a writer for Saturday Night Live. Rosebud wrote and performed on two W.G.A. Award-nominated sketch series: That Damn Michael Che and Inside Amy Schumer. She's performed stand-up on That’s My Time with David Letterman on Netflix, Bill Burr’s The Ringers on Comedy Central, and her debut stand-up special, Whiskey Fists, premiered in 2021 on Comedy Central’s YouTube channel, produced by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy. Her acting work can be seen in Life & Beth on Hulu and the upcoming horror-comedy feature film Hell of A Summer, directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk.*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 9th 09:30PM
- Rosebud Baker
- Rosebud Baker is a comedian, actor, and Emmy-award winning writer. Named as Variety’s "Top 10 Comics To Watch," and Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know," Rosebud is currently a writer for Saturday Night Live. Rosebud wrote and performed on two W.G.A. Award-nominated sketch series: That Damn Michael Che and Inside Amy Schumer. She's performed stand-up on That’s My Time with David Letterman on Netflix, Bill Burr’s The Ringers on Comedy Central, and her debut stand-up special, Whiskey Fists, premiered in 2021 on Comedy Central’s YouTube channel, produced by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy. Her acting work can be seen in Life & Beth on Hulu and the upcoming horror-comedy feature film Hell of A Summer, directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk.*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 10th 07:00PM - Empire Comedy Club
- Local Laughs
- Local Laughs is a showcase featuring local talent! But don't be suprised if we have a suprise guest passing through town!Doors @ 6pm | Show @ 7pm | 21+*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 10th 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 14th 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 15th 07:00PM
- Jessimae Peluso
- Comedian, podcast host and Alzheimer’s advocate, Jessimae Peluso, appeared on MTV’s “Girl Code” and “Safe Word”, The Joe Rogan Experience, TBS’s “Deal With It”, NBC’s “Last Call w/Carson Daly”, E!’s “Chelsea Lately”, FOX’s “World’s Funniest Fails”, VH1’s “Hip Hop Squares”, AXS’ “Gotham Live”, and multiple appearances on Comedy Central’s, “@Midnight and TruTV’s “Comedy Knockout”, David Spade’s Lights Out, and your local news. Jessimae Peluso, most known from MTV’s “Girl Code”, can be heard weekly hosting The Sharp Tongue Podcast. Available on iTunes, Stitcher, Sound Cloud and Google Play. You can watch her LIVE every Wednesday on her IG and FB Live show “Weedsday”, an interactive broadcast for her fans that raises awareness and charity for the Alzheimer’s Disease. An important cause for Jessimae as her father passed away from Alzheimer’s in October 2018. Jessimae was featured in the Just For Laughs festival, Joe Rogan Experience, Moontower Comedy Festival, Kid Rock’s Chillin’ The Most cruise, New York Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival, and featured on Kevin Hart’s LOL Live network. She has contributed to Cosmopolitan Magazine, High Times Magazine, DOPE Magazine, Self Magazine, GQ.Com, Playboy.com, MadeMen.com, and was highlighted in Huffington Post as ‘one of the funniest comics to follow on Twitter’. And also highlighted by her stalker as “an easy person to follow on the street.” Peluso also recently has started to tour with the USO, bringing her high energy and fun comedy to our troops stationed in Japan, Iraq, Bahrain, and Afghanistan. John Stamos has also tweeted, “Who are you?” in response to Jessimae’s numerous online marriage proposals. For all things Jessimae go to: www.Jessimae.com *Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases may 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 16th 11:00AM
- B.A.D. BRUNCH
- B.A.D. BRUNCH!Third Saturday of the month! @ 11am | Doors @ 10:30am. FOOD BY... Union BagelTickets are sold in seating packages.
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- Saturday August 16th 07:00PM
- Jessimae Peluso
- Comedian, podcast host and Alzheimer’s advocate, Jessimae Peluso, appeared on MTV’s “Girl Code” and “Safe Word”, The Joe Rogan Experience, TBS’s “Deal With It”, NBC’s “Last Call w/Carson Daly”, E!’s “Chelsea Lately”, FOX’s “World’s Funniest Fails”, VH1’s “Hip Hop Squares”, AXS’ “Gotham Live”, and multiple appearances on Comedy Central’s, “@Midnight and TruTV’s “Comedy Knockout”, David Spade’s Lights Out, and your local news. Jessimae Peluso, most known from MTV’s “Girl Code”, can be heard weekly hosting The Sharp Tongue Podcast. Available on iTunes, Stitcher, Sound Cloud and Google Play. You can watch her LIVE every Wednesday on her IG and FB Live show “Weedsday”, an interactive broadcast for her fans that raises awareness and charity for the Alzheimer’s Disease. An important cause for Jessimae as her father passed away from Alzheimer’s in October 2018. Jessimae was featured in the Just For Laughs festival, Joe Rogan Experience, Moontower Comedy Festival, Kid Rock’s Chillin’ The Most cruise, New York Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival, and featured on Kevin Hart’s LOL Live network. She has contributed to Cosmopolitan Magazine, High Times Magazine, DOPE Magazine, Self Magazine, GQ.Com, Playboy.com, MadeMen.com, and was highlighted in Huffington Post as ‘one of the funniest comics to follow on Twitter’. And also highlighted by her stalker as “an easy person to follow on the street.” Peluso also recently has started to tour with the USO, bringing her high energy and fun comedy to our troops stationed in Japan, Iraq, Bahrain, and Afghanistan. John Stamos has also tweeted, “Who are you?” in response to Jessimae’s numerous online marriage proposals. For all things Jessimae go to: www.Jessimae.com *Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases may 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 16th 08:00PM - Empire Presents at Batson River
- Alex Giampapa at Batson River
- 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!Alex Giampapa began performing stand-up comedy in Boston at the age of 19 and soon became a popular act all across New England. He’s performed with comedians like Bill Burr, Hannibal Buress, Luis J Gomez, Ilana Glaser, Sarah Cooper, Judah Friedlander, Gary Gulman, Matt Braunger, Sammy Obeid, Eugene Mirman, Eric D’Alessandro, Adam Devine and Erik Griffin. Alex headlines shows nationwide, and has been featured in many comedy festivals including The Rogue Island Comedy Festival (Newport, RI), The Big Pine Comedy Festival (Flagstaff, AZ), The Boston Comedy Festival, The Vermont Comedy Festival and The Motor City Comedy Festival (Detroit, MI).His edgy, but relatable style has made him a popular choice for many different types of audiences:“His voice and onstage demeanor may be soothing, but that doesn’t mean [he] won’t bring a scorching set of well-crafted jokes, hot takes on current events, and a good, healthy dose of social commentary” - VanyalandAlex has had digital success too: he’s been featured on Comedy Central Asia, Funny or Die, and has been the #1 post on Reddit three times. His “War Money” joke has gone viral on multiple occasions and was shared by celebrities/politicians such as Mos Def, DL Hughley, Gina Carano, Niecy Nash, Jamaal Bowman and Nina Turner.Alex also wrote, produced, directed and co-starred in a comedy pilot, Poor Effort.
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- Saturday August 16th 09:30PM
- Jessimae Peluso
- Comedian, podcast host and Alzheimer’s advocate, Jessimae Peluso, appeared on MTV’s “Girl Code” and “Safe Word”, The Joe Rogan Experience, TBS’s “Deal With It”, NBC’s “Last Call w/Carson Daly”, E!’s “Chelsea Lately”, FOX’s “World’s Funniest Fails”, VH1’s “Hip Hop Squares”, AXS’ “Gotham Live”, and multiple appearances on Comedy Central’s, “@Midnight and TruTV’s “Comedy Knockout”, David Spade’s Lights Out, and your local news. Jessimae Peluso, most known from MTV’s “Girl Code”, can be heard weekly hosting The Sharp Tongue Podcast. Available on iTunes, Stitcher, Sound Cloud and Google Play. You can watch her LIVE every Wednesday on her IG and FB Live show “Weedsday”, an interactive broadcast for her fans that raises awareness and charity for the Alzheimer’s Disease. An important cause for Jessimae as her father passed away from Alzheimer’s in October 2018. Jessimae was featured in the Just For Laughs festival, Joe Rogan Experience, Moontower Comedy Festival, Kid Rock’s Chillin’ The Most cruise, New York Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Festival, and featured on Kevin Hart’s LOL Live network. She has contributed to Cosmopolitan Magazine, High Times Magazine, DOPE Magazine, Self Magazine, GQ.Com, Playboy.com, MadeMen.com, and was highlighted in Huffington Post as ‘one of the funniest comics to follow on Twitter’. And also highlighted by her stalker as “an easy person to follow on the street.” Peluso also recently has started to tour with the USO, bringing her high energy and fun comedy to our troops stationed in Japan, Iraq, Bahrain, and Afghanistan. John Stamos has also tweeted, “Who are you?” in response to Jessimae’s numerous online marriage proposals. For all things Jessimae go to: www.Jessimae.com *Seating not guaranteed for General Admission; In the event of a SELL OUT, some GA ticket purchases may 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 17th 07:00PM
- Gender Blender Presents
- Featuring: Caitlin Reese & Bailey PopeProduced and hosted by Caleb Theodore Sherman
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- Sunday August 17th 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 21st 07:00PM
- EMPIRE IMPROV
- August 21 - The New Comedy Game Show returns!After a successful debut, join Dennis and Sam and they put the contestants through comedy challenges and on-the-spot games to see who will be crowned New Comedy Game Show Champion!
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- Thursday August 21st 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 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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- Friday August 22nd 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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