Stand Up Comedy
Customer Appreciation Day at Battle Born Harley-Davidson this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/17/2023 - 12:29pmJoin Us for our Customer Appreciation Burger Burn and Bike Night!
When: Saturday Aug 19th - 10 am to ?
Where: Battle Born / Kickstand Saloon
Bike Wash and Promo Pricing and Application of Ultimar Appearance Protection
The Kickstand Saloon will be open all day with both indoor and outdoor seating areas, drink specials, music, cornhole, beer pong, patio games, water balloon launch, raffles, and more. Let us know if there are other games or activities that you (your mc, group, family, etc.) are interested in; we have the space and are happy to accommodate as best we can!
Landing the punchline: Talented 7 make up Kat Simmons' comedy graduation
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/17/2019 - 3:16pmSeven funny comedy students from around the Carson Valley and Carson City areas earned their comedy wings on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, as they graduated from Kat Simmons' Stand Up Comedy Workshop.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 4:58pmAnd we're off as we count down the days until Saturday's Nevada Day celebration, the biggest statewide party of its kind or any kind for that matter. Going into the first day of the work week, Monday, Oct. 21, we're looking at sunshine and a high around 70. Events around the capital city include a lunch discussion on the Secret Witness program, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Comedian Rex Meredith featured this Friday and Saturday at the Carson Comedy Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 1:55pmDon't forget to come check out standup comedian Rex Meredith this weekend at The Carson Comedy Club in Carson City.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 4:31pmGoing into Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 70. The first day of the work week is deadline day to get nominations in for the Carson City Carson City 2019 Mayor's Arts Awards. Events around the capital city include a luncheon with Lt. Governor Kate Marshall, the second of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 5:13pmHeading into Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 80. Events around the capital city include a discussion on wild horses, the first of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more. Enjoy the day.
Carson Valley funny woman Kat Simmons offers 6-week stand up comedy workshop
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 1:40pmCarson Valley comedian Kat Simmons will offer her stand up comedy workshop only once this year. The six-week workshop will be held on Monday nights, 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 7 through Nov. 11, 2019, at the COD Casino in Minden.
Laugh for LEAD
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 2:00pmLaugh Factory
407 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
Stand up comedy and a chance to be part of a game Show! A night of laughs, prizes, and more benefits a great organization! All proceeds go to LEAD with Horses programs for at risk youth.
$35.00 to $200.00 —Single ticket (includes drink) for $35, VIP table $200
More Info
http://leadwithhorses.com/laugh/
Ticket/Registration Links
https://donorbox.org/laugh
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Nov. 3
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 8:50pmTake advantage of the extra daylight while it lasts. Saturday is the final day of the year for Daylight Savings Time. Be sure to "fall back" one hour on your clocks Saturday night into early Sunday when Standard Time takes over.
Signups underway for Kat Simmons fall comedy class
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 10:45amAcclaimed comedian and Carson Valley area resident funny woman Kat Simmons will be offering her fall stand up comedy work shop beginning Oct. 1 through Nov. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the COD Casino in Minden.
Jenna Kim Jones at the Carson Comedy club!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/13/2018 - 11:14amJenna was born in Seoul, South Korea and lived there for approximately eight years until she moved to Provo, Utah.
Going for Laughs Carson Style: Locals perform standup routine as part of comedy class
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 3:35pmFive brave souls took to the stage at the COD Casino in Minden on Monday, March 12. These students wrote and then performed their stand up comedy routine for a standing room only crowd.
Monday happenings in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 03/12/2018 - 4:50amWhile your morning commute will seem darker than usual, this evening will hold onto the sunshine longer. The first day after to work after the Daylight-Saving switch is always a little rough, so please drive carefully. Get some laughs this evening at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Local funny-lady, Kat Simmons, is hosting a showcase featuring the students of her most recent Stand Up Comedy workshop. Some of the humor may not be suitable for youngsters, so use your discretion. Get your swing on at Carson Lanes.
Northern Nevada's comedy great Kat Simmons offers next stand up comedy class
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 12:51pmKat Simmons' next stand up comedy class will begin again on Monday Feb. 5 at the COD Casino in Minden, on the non smoking side, in the meeting room. The class runs through March 12 and on that last night we will present a public showcase where the students will perform their routines.
The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Sean Peabody
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 12:07pmThe Carson Comedy Club presents the Best of Sean Peabody with material from his last 15 years of stand up comedy.
Sean will be mixing in old material including greatest hits such as the lawnmower, mom does chores and dad in the garage and new material to make one great set!
Funny Lady Favorite: Kat Simmons returns to Carson Comedy Club this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/26/2017 - 10:56amCarson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget welcomes back the hilarious comedic stylings of the region's very own funny lady, Kat Simmons, this Friday night.
The Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget presents Leslie Norris Townsend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/04/2017 - 9:06amJoin us at the Carson Comedy Club in the Carson Nugget for hilarious comedy. Leslie Norris Townsend performs tonight at 8PM (doors open at 7:15PM).
Leslie has been doing STAND UP Comedy for over 25 years. Her credits include Comedy Central, Caroline's Comedy Hour, Comic Strip Live, Grand Finalist in Star Search, and segments on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
She has worked Comedy Clubs , Theatres, Cruise Ships, Churches and Corporate Events that include Disney World, Las Vegas, Atlantic City and many events in the 52 states.
IF YOU WANT FUNNY, YOU WANT LESLIE.
Night of 100 Dad Jokes: Stand Up Comedy at the BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 10:41amWe are gathering together some of northern Nevada’s funniest dads to celebrate dad humor and recount hilarious stories of fatherhood.
The Brewery Arts Center is hosting Night of 1000 Dad Jokes: A Stand-Up Comedy Showcase by Dads on Tuesday, June 20 at 7 pm (doors at 6:30) at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, located at 511 W. King St. Carson City.
Tickets are only $5 at the door with open seating and a cash bar. Tickets can also be purchased in advance at breweryarts.org. For more information please contact Nick Josten at 775-450-4772.
BAC Standup Comedy Showcase: One Mother of a Comedy Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/03/2017 - 10:34amThere will be one mother of a comedy show May 27 at the Brewery Arts Center's Maizie Harris Jessie Black Box Theatre.
Motherhood is a tough job with minimal appreciation. That’s why the Brewery Arts Center is honoring mothers everywhere with One Mother of a Comedy Show!
This all ladies line-up of Northern Nevada’s best stand-up comedians celebrates mothers in the truest way possible: two weeks late for Mother’s Day. Come join us for an amazing comedy show at 8 pm (doors at 7:30) at the Brewery Arts Center Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theatre, 499 W. King St. Carson City, NV 89703.
Laughing through class: Nine comedy students take stage recently after 5-week workshop
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/14/2017 - 6:18amUnder the tutelage of Northern Nevada funny woman Kat Simmons, nine brave students took the stage recently at the Carson Comedy Club in the Carson Nugget. The students spent five weeks developing a five minute routine they performed on the final night of their workshop.
BAC Sand Up Comedy presents: The Recreational Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/09/2017 - 1:21pmWeed is more or less legal in Nevada and we’re celebrating with a post 4/20 wrap-up at the BAC monthly comedy showcase! Some of northern Nevada’s best stand-up comedians and story-tellers are gathering to talk about their strange and hilarious tells with pot.
BAC STAND UP COMEDY SHOWCASE
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/16/2017 - 9:49amABOUT LAST NIGHT…TALES OF DRUNKEN SHENANIGANS AND PARTY STUPIDITY: COMEDY SHOWCASE AT BAC PERFORMANCE HALL
BAC Standup Comedy Showcase: Tales from dating hell
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/12/2017 - 10:48amWe have all had a dreadful dating experience straight out of a horror show that makes us question the very merits of searching for love. The Brewery Arts Center is bringing together some of Northern Nevada’s top comedians and storytellers to recount their worst and most excruciating dating stories on Saturday, February 18 at 8 pm (doors at 7:30) at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, located at 511 W. King St. Carson City, NV 89703.
Tickets are only $5 at the door with open seating and a cash bar. For more information please contact Nick Josten at 775-450-4772.
BAC Stand Up Comedy Showcase and Open Mic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 8:04pmCome out and enjoy an evening with some of Northern Nevada’s best stand-up comics! The Brewery Arts Center is hosting a Stand-Up Comedy Showcase on Saturday, January 21 at 8 pm (doors at 7:30) at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, located at 511 W. King St. Carson City, NV 89703. Tickets are only $5 at the door with open seating and a cash bar. For more information please contact Nick Josten at 775-450-4772.
BAC Stand Up Comedy Showcase: Super Santa Extravaganza arrives Dec. 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 10:41amCome out and enjoy some Christmas fun with Forte Award winner, Nick Josten and some of Northern Nevada’s best stand-up comics as they present a Super Santa Extravaganza.
BAC Stand Up Comedy Showcase and Open Mic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/29/2016 - 8:20amCome out and enjoy an evening with some of Northern Nevada’s best stand-up comics! Then try out some stand-up comedy of your own at the post-show open mic!
The Brewery Arts Center is hosting a Stand-Up Comedy Showcase on Saturday, Oc. 8 at 8 pm (doors at 7:30) at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St. Carson City, NV 89703. Tickets are only $5 at the door with open seating and a cash bar. For more information please contact Nick Josten at 775-450-4772.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 2-3
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 4:53pmThis beautiful weather is no April Fool’s joke, so get out and enjoy the sunshine. Ascent Runs begins their half marathon series today with a race through Carson Canyons, and it is sure to get your heart pumping. The Downtown Business Association wants to see you at today’s wine walk. Once you’re around Telegraph Street, you’ll see some throwbacks from a by-gone era courtesy of Naughty Tea Mistresses, the First Nevada Cavalry, and more.
SATURDAY:
- Rummage Sale at St. Paul’s Lutheran Family: 1201 N. Saliman Road. (8am-1:30pm)