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Phil Hanley is a master of the dead pan, subdued humor. He lulls you in with a false sense of security, with his docile voice and self-deprecating ways, but his humor is packed and non-stop. There is a sort of longevity to his style of comedy, you won’t be tired out by spastic absurdity and irritating puppets. Puppets don’t belong in comedy! Phil is a Canadian native, but don’t hold that against him.

Have you ever asked yourself: “Yeah I love improv comedy, but why can’t it have a theme?” Well, your prayers have been answered in the form of the SF Improv Collective. Every Thursday night these troubadours host improv theater in two delicious varieties. The first is their short form: big on comedy, short on time.

Those industrious scamps at Endgames Improv host special nights of comedy all week long. They almost seem to be working too hard at comedy, if there is such a thing. Wednesdays it’s Harold Night, where they throw their budding students to the sharks to perform the tried-and-true improv we all know and love. Love is a strong word you may think, but these guys don’t phone it in.

Doc’s Lab is known for pulling in top shelf talent, but for now we’ll settle for these guys. Totally kidding, they’re legit. Matt Fulchiron is a regular fixture on Comedy Central and late night TV. Known for his self-deprecating wit, you’ll spend the night laughing at someone other than yourself.

For those of you who don’t remember The World Famous Finocchios, it was THE place to see amazingly beautiful and talented female impersonators, and transgender stars. If you want to see one of those stars live and in fabulous person, attend the Follies At Oasis! Starring Holotta Tymes Comedy Star Of The World Famous Finocchios.

Wanna see a live sex show that includes at least 5 people on a San Francisco stage? Of course you do you pervert, so go see Live Sex a talk/comedy/class show about sex, relationships, and everything in-between. July 17th is the “Sex Ed” edition with a lustful crew of comics, musical features and burlesque performers to discuss and act out their worst (or best!) Sex Ed experiences.

Are you stalking George R.R. Martin sending him anonymous notes begging him to finish his next Song of Ice and Fire book? Yea, us too, but in the meantime, you can get your fantasy fix with The Iron Stage: Improvised Game of Thrones at the Un-Scripted Theater Company. Enjoy a never before seen, and never to be seen again, night of murder, revenge, sex, and murder revenge sex. Bring your lover or your sibling, if those are both the same person you’ll fit right in.

Chad Daniels, a well-known comedian with many television appearances, will be headlining at the auspicious Punch Line Comedy Club. When I say “auspicious” I mean, “you probably won’t get stabbed by the performers.” Chad is famous for his acerbic wit and biting commentary on everyday life. I know you’re saying to yourself, “Just like every other comedian,” but Chad’s got a way of bringing a new kind of insanity into the mix. The show will also feature Brad Trackman and is hosted by Nathan Habib. We don’t got any dirt on them.

Not content to leave hashtags online where they belong, the wizards of Chivalry Club host a spectacle of an improv night. Every Thursday at 10:30, they get their meaty paws on one of YOUR personal photos, turning it into a laughable moment. Yes you’re all ripe for parody. Are you brave enough to let these comedians make humorous mincemeat out of your memories? Probably not. But prove me wrong and have a laugh at your own expense. Or watch them do it to others, that’s the really fun part.

Not content to leave hashtags online where they belong, the wizards of Chivalry Club host a spectacle of an improv night. Every Thursday at 10:30, they get their meaty paws on one of YOUR personal photos, turning it into a laughable moment. Yes you’re all ripe for parody. Are you brave enough to let these comedians make humorous mincemeat out of your memories? Probably not. But prove me wrong and have a laugh at your own expense. Or watch them do it to others, that’s the really fun part. 

Chardonnay is not just for Christmas, it’s for summer too! PianoFight’s Chardonnay presents Summer In The City, a sketch show that covers everything from the mundane to the insane. With cramped and uncomfortable family road trips, how to prepare for a high-society lovefest, the group’s take on Taken, rap battles about fancy desserts.

Have you ever asked yourself: “Yeah I love improv comedy, but why can’t it have a theme?” Well, your prayers have been answered in the form of the SF Improv Collective. Every Thursday night these troubadours host improv theater in two delicious varieties. The first is their short form: big on comedy, short on time. The other is, you guessed it, long form, where the performers stretch their acting muscles through distinct narrative styles.

We know what the real San Francisco treat is: awkward comedy. Jacob Sirof is a San Francisco born and bred comedian, who is quickly becoming a popular fixture on Comedy Central and other televised programatons. He’ll be headlining with two other Bay Area natives, Jabaris Davis and Kate Willett, both hard-working stars of the local comedy scene and beyond.

Punch Line Comedy’s SF Show Case has been a celebrated fixture for over thirty years! That’s longer than some of you been alive (let’s face it, than most of you been alive). Every Sunday night the club hosts local comedians as they perfect their chops. Comedic greats like Patton Oswalt, Margaret Cho, and Arj Barker got their start at this gig. Sadly they won’t be there. But a fresh crop of amazing talent will be at this showcase hosted by Johan Miranda (SF Sketchfest, Bridgetown Comedy Festival). Enjoy them for cheap now, before they do a Comedy Central special and get all big-headed.

Voted one of the best beards in comedy, Dave Stone is quickly becoming a recognized name. At least his friends are remembering it. Fresh from television appearances on the Late Late Show, Last Comic Standing, and Squidbillies (if you don’t know what that is, don’t ask), Dave is making a splash at Doc’s Lab San Francisco.

Funcheap and #HellaFunny have an oddly patriotic way for you to celebrate the 4th of July. They’re hosting the Veterans of Comedy Night, a special comedy event where all the performers are former military. Who said military service can’t be funny? Most people, but here are the guys to prove them wrong! The night will feature the comedy of Greg ‘G’ Williams, Kirk McHenry, and Mario Montes along with Connor Marshall.

Punch Line San Francisco will be hosting the Dinosaurs of Comedy night. Sorry, this has nothing to do with Jurassic World. But seasoned San Francisco comedy veterans will be performing for your youthful ironic pleasure. These guys have appeared on such late night shows as the Late Late Show and Late Night with David Letterman, so anyone under 30 will be sure not to recognize them.