Comedy Nerdz Happy Hour

Come early. Get nerdy. Stay for the show. Comedy Nerdz is a pre-show happy hour for stand-up fans and comedy-curious folks who want to meet the comics before they hit the stage. Hang out in the Laugh Lounge and meet some of the performers from the Comedy Jamm open mic—no panels, no pressure, just comics being delightfully awkward in public. Host Bruce Umpstead & Featured comedians! Details: 🕔 Doors open at 5:30pm (with valid ticket or guest pass) 🍺 $1 off draft beers from 5:30–6:30pm (Laugh Lounge only) 🍿1/2 off popcorn baskets from 5:30-6:30pm (Laugh Lounge only) 🎟 No cover for the happy hour—check in at the box office 🎤 Showroom opens at 6:30pm and the mic goes live at 7:15pm

Comedy Jamm Open Mic

It will be a comedy cavalcade as we present the current rising stars in the Detroit Metro area and beyond. You will see a variety of comedians, from beginners trying their hand at comedy (sometimes they are the funniest) to established comics unveiling new material & comedians auditioning to perform at the Comedy Showcase.

Mike O'Keefe

Mike O’Keefe made a name for himself on the national comedy scene with multiple appearances on SiriusXM Radio, festival credits including 10K Laughs, Cincinnati Brew-HaHa and Gilda’s LaughFest, and his long running sold-out Chicago showcase, Best Night Ever, at the legendary Lincoln Lodge. He has also appeared on NBC’s Seeso and was named a “Comic to Watch” by both the Chicago Tribune and Detroit’s 944 Magazine. Mike has shared the stage with comedy heavyweights such as Bo Burnham, Maria Bamford, Gary Gulman and Michael Ian Black, while becoming a staple of acclaimed Chicago comedy showcases like Comedians You Should Know and Chicago Underground Comedy.

Zach Peterson

Zach Peterson is a nationally touring comedian whose albums have hit the top of the charts, with A List of Wet Celebrities debuting at #1 on iTunes and surpassing 1 million streams on Spotify. His earlier release, Midwestern Jokes of the Americas, also debuted in the Top 5 on iTunes and continues to air on SiriusXM. Zach has been featured in the independent comedy film “The Headliner” on Amazon Prime and has performed at major festivals including Limestone, 10,000 Laughs, High Plains, and Laughing Skull. He has toured nationally with acts such as Tom Papa, Bobcat Goldthwait, Annie Lederman, and Doug Benson.

Jimmy Pardo*Special Engagement*

With hundreds of television appearances under his belt, including unforgettable spots on The Tonight Show, Conan, The Late Late Show, and his special on Comedy Central, Jimmy’s name is synonymous with top-tier comedy. His résumé also includes appearances on Last Comic Standing, The Surreal Life, Becker, That 70’s Show, and countless others. And let’s not forget his iconic hosting stints on National Lampoon’s Funny Money on GSN, AMC’s Movies at Our House, and VH1’s Love Lounge. He has done it all, and brilliantly so.

Sal Demillio

Sal Demilio is a nationally touring comedian known for his big presence, bigger personality, and effortlessly hilarious take on everyday life. Sal has been heard on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Show, featured regularly on SiriusXM Satellite Radio, appeared at the World Series of Comedy, and co-hosts the popular podcast The Sal and Bob Show. He has performed at premier clubs including Carolines on Broadway, The Comedy Store, and Zanies Chicago, and is a regular at top Michigan venues including the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle.

Comedy Bingo

Comedy Bingo is a one-of-a-kind stand-up show featuring games, prizes, comedy, and, of course, BINGO! The show features two games happening simultaneously: a traditional bingo game played between comedians’ sets, and a signature Comedy Bingo game where audience members receive cards filled with stand-up comedy stereotypes. As comics incorporate those moments into their performances, you mark your card for a chance to win prizes from local businesses.

Tam White

Tam White is a Detroit-based stand-up comedian and improviser whose credits include the Royal Oak Music Theatre, The Comedy Store in Hollywood, the Majestic Theatre, LaughFest, the Break Out Comedy Festival, and the Chicago Women’s Funny Fest. A Second City Conservatory graduate she has been a resident cast member at Go Comedy!, and performed on ComedySportz Detroit’s MainStage. She produces the improv shows Hip Prov and Soul Prov, served on the board of the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival, teaches corporate improv and specialty workshops, and was named a favorite local comic by Hour Detroit Magazine. Her 30 minute special It’s About Tam Time is now streaming on YouTube.

Mike Green

Mike Green’s television credits include NBC’s So You Think You’re Funny and Friday Night Videos, along with Comcast’s Comedy Road Trip and Night Shift with Kevin Ferguson. He was voted Best Comedian by the Metro Times, was a finalist in the HBO Aspen Comedy Arts Festival talent search, and won the Michigan Comedy Survivor Competition. Mike has also appeared on the National MDA Telethon with Jerry Lewis and Fox Sports Net Detroit.

The Sklar Brothers*Special Engagement*

The Sklar Brothers bring their signature blend of fast-paced, razor-sharp comedy to the stage for an unforgettable night of stand-up. The brothers are also the hosts of the hit podcasts Dumb People Town and View From the Cheap Seats, and remain beloved for their cult-classic ESPN series Cheap Seats, where they hilariously dissected obscure sports broadcasts.

Comedy Writing & Performance Workshop

6-Week Course | Beginner-Friendly | Culminates in a Live Showcase. Whether you’re a beginner ready to craft your first “tight five” or a seasoned comic looking to refine your material, this 6-week workshop is designed to elevate your comedy. Through weekly sessions, you'll explore essential topics such as joke structure, comedic style, point of view (POV), timing, stage presence, and delivery. Each class includes opportunities to perform your material in a supportive, collaborative environment that encourages experimentation and growth. Beyond writing jokes, this workshop helps strengthen overall communication skills—building confidence, enhancing stage presence, and learning how to authentically connect with an audience using humor as a tool. The course culminates in a live performance at the legendary Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase, where students take the stage and share their work with a live audience.

Gift Cards

Give the Gift of Laughter! Perfect for birthdays, holidays, date nights, and “just because” No wrapping paper required. Gift Cards can be purchased at the box office or ONLINE!!

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