Enjoy comedy in Georgia in cities such as Atlanta.
Georgia is known for its Southern hospitality that can be found in major cities such as Atlanta where sports and big businesses such as CNN and Coca Cola call home and smaller towns like Stone Mountain that offer historic sites to view. The culture and history of Atlanta runs deep and that influences the entertainment and art of population. If you are in the state and looking to be entertained, a number of clubs offer amateur comedy showcases. You may even get a chance to perform and garner some exposure.
Laughing Skull Lounge
The Laughing Skull Lounge is located in the heart of Atlanta in the building as The Vortex Bar and Grill. The venue is known as Atlanta's only full-time stand up club and features a constantly rotating schedule of popular comedians and open-mic nights. Comedians that have graced the stage here include Aisha Tyler, Jake Johannsen, Emo Phillips and Donnell Rawlings. The venue is known to attract the younger and hipper set of comedians touring today. One of the famous comedians working today, Margaret Cho, lives in Atlanta and is known to pop up at the club without being on the bill. The club seats 74 guests and offers a full bar.
Laughing Skull Lounge
878 Peachtree St
Atlanta, GA 30309
877-523-3288
Somewhere in Augusta
Somewhere in Augusta is a large establishment in Augusta that was meant to serve more than one purpose. The bar doubles as a venue for comedians and musicians and also a popular sports bar. Every Wednesday night, the club features what the call The Comedy Zone and plays hosts to a popular local and nationally-famed comedians. The event has been featured on Comedy Central, HBO and Showtime. The club also hosts an open-mic night where up and comedians can showcase their skills about once per week. This event changes weekly. Call ahead for information. A full bar and restaurant are also on-site at Somewhere in Augusta.
Somewhere in Augusta
2820 Washington Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
706-739-0002
somewhereinaugusta.com
Dugan's Tavern
Dugan's Tavern is located in Stone Mountain, Georgia just 17 miles from the heart of Atlanta. This bar is popular for watching sports events at and for its colorful martini selection. Dugan's Tavern also serves a menu of pub-style food such as hamburgers and appetizers. Every Friday night, rookie comedians take to the stage to try to win over large party crowds. Dugan's is a popular stop for comedians looking to test their skills before taking their act to bigger venues.
Dugan's Tavern
5922 Memorial Dr
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
404-297-8545
