Looking to see some comedy this week? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are funny events happening in or around Vancouver from April 18 to 24.

 

Stand-up

Monday Night Comedy @ Yagger's Kitsilano

When and where: April 18 at Yagger's Restaurant & Sports Bar at 8:30 p.m.
What to expect: Every Monday at Yagger's Kitsilano we have a lineup of some of the best comedians in Vancouver and touring headliners from across Canada, the US and abroad. Chis Griffin headlines.
Price: $5
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Eight 1/2 Inches of Stand-up Comedy

When and where: April 18 at Eight and a Half at 9:00 p.m.
What to expect: Every Monday at Eight 1/2 the best touring professional comics perform. $3.50 beers, $5 cover, cheap and hilarious! The only comedy show in town with an after party. Our headliner is the hilarious Ryan Lachance!
Price: $5
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Kings Head Comedy

When and where: April 19 at Kings Head Inn at 9:00 p.m.
What to expect: Every Tuesday, catch Kings Head Comedy: a stand-up comedy showcase hosted by Colin Sharp and James Kennedy. Comedians from HBO, Conan, and Just for Laughs bring the house down every week and keep crowds coming back for more.
Price: $5
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The Comedy Mix

When and where: April 19-23 at the Comedy MIX Tuesday-Thursday at 8:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 8:00 and 10:30 p.m. shows.
What to expect: Plant yourself in a plush booth, graze on some pub grub, sip a beer or two, and laugh along with some new and hot stand-up comedy. Oh, by the way, nobody else is responsible if you laugh so hard beer comes out of your nose. Just warning you. Sean Patton headlines on April 21-23.
Price: Varies on the night
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Stand-Up & Deliver! Comedy Open Mic

When and where: April 20 at Seven Dining Lounge at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy? This open mic is very receptive to new comics. Bring some friends and make a night of it!
Price: Free
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Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club

When and where: April 19-23 at Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club at 8:00 p.m., Saturday at 7:00 & 9:30
What to expect: Yuk Yuk’s Vancouver comedy club provides the best live comedy in the city of Vancouver. Located on Cambie St and W 12th Ave our Vancouver comedy club gives live stand-up comedy a new meaning in Vancouver attractions. Jeff Elliott headlines April 21-23.
Price: Varies on the night
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Stand-Up & Deliver! ProAm Showcase

When and where: April 21 at Seven Dining Lounge at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: This is our very first ProAm Showcase event and do we have a terrific lineup for you - starting with our headliner, the one and only Byron Bertram!
Price: $7/5
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Comedy Deux Soleils

When and where: April 20 at Café Deux Soleils at 8:30 p.m.
What to expect: This month Comedy Deux Soleils is back with a bunch of fun, lovable comics. Joining us are Katie Burrell, Jane Stanton, Brent Constantine, Amber Harper-Young, Alex Biron, Devin Alexander, Cameron Kennedy, Levi McCachen & Randee Neumeyer. Fatima Dhowre will be your host. Come join us for laughs & beers.
Price: $5
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Jokes Please!

When and where: April 21 at Little Mountain Gallery at 9:00 p.m.
What to expect: Award-winning stand-up in a cool, fun venue. Often a rare combination of wild, polite, weird and very hilarious. Join host Ross Dauk for this week's theme: Bernie Please!
Price: $5
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Adam Carolla

When and where: April 22 at Commodore Ballroom at 9:00 p.m.
What to expect: American comedian, actor, radio personality, TV host, and author holds a live podcast taping of The Adam Carolla Show.
Price: $38 (plus service charges and fees) at www.livenation.com/
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Improv/Perfomance

 

Vancouver TheatreSports League

When and where: April 20-24 at The Improv Centre. 
What to expect: Some of the world's most daring and innovative improv. Improv After Dark (every Fri and Sat, 11:15 pm); Off Leash (every Wed and Thu, 9:15 pm); Rookie Night (every Sun, 7:30 pm); TheatreSports (every Fri and Sat, 9:30 pm); Throne and Games-A Chance of Snow (every Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat, 7:30 pm).
Price: $8-22
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QUEER PROV

When and where: April 18 at the XY at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: Don’t let the ‘Queer’ deter you – you do not have to identify as Queer to enjoy our Shows. You will still understand every word! Whether you’re Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Trans, Queer, Straight, Questioning, Tall, Short, Stout, Lean, Innie or Outie… When you laugh with us on Monday nights, you’re setting yourself up for a gay ol’ week!
Price: $10 at the door
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I <3 You!

When and where: April 19 at Café Deux Soleils at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: Comedy inspired by true confessions & love connections. Join The Fictionals and friends at Cafe Deux Soleils for improv with heart, and spark a connection with that special someone
Price: $7/5 for students
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Matterhorn Improv

When and where: April 19 at Fortune Sound Club at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: Matterhorn Improv returns with a special 420 comedic event with special guests TBA.
Price: $10 at the door
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Referendum

When and where: April 19 at Havana Theatre at 10:30 p.m.
What to expect: A politically incorrect comedy is part game-show that is written and directed by Randie Parliament. This show is the final production for Ghost Light Projects. The semi-autobiographical journey is filled with tales of lost loves, lost friends, and lost jobs. Come laugh at live theatre at the Havana Theatre (1212 Commercial Drive). Starring: Rob Monk, Robert L. Duncan, Clayton Bergquist, Madison McArthur, Michael Partridge, Julien Hicks and Kieylla Thornton-Trump.
Price: $27.50
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Improv Against Humanity

When and where: April 20 at Rio Theatre at 8:00 p.m.
What to expect: Join The Fictionals and friends on April 20 at the Rio Theatre for a brand-spanking new edition of Improv Against Humanity: The Comedy Show for Horrible People! We're adding fresh cards to the official show deck, giving out more sweet prizes for the best Innuendos, and the next Most Horrible Person in Vancouver will be crowned! Will it be YOU?
Price: $12/10
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That Filthy Show

When and where: April 21 at Funky Winker Beans at 9:00 p.m.
What to expect: This show is a safe place to get weird! A night of Burlesque, Comedy and music with some of the most Filthy and twisted acts around...
Price: $7
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