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Comic Strip Live

Comic Strip Live Comedy Club, opened in 1975, nurtures new comedians through open mics and stand-up comedy classes and has helped talent like Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, and Jerry Seinfeld get started.

Comic Strip Live

Upcoming Classes at Comic Strip Live

  • Introduction to Stand Up Comedy

    Unleash your inner funny bone and learn the art of stand-up comedy in this eight-week course taught by comedy veteran D.F. Sweedler at Comic Strip Live. Get hands-on instruction, free admission to shows during class enrollment, and a free DVD of your graduation performance. Take the stage at the legendary Comic Strip and make your audience laugh like never before!

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 15th, 5:45–7:45pm Eastern Time
    Price: $400
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1568 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028
Comic Strip Live
Upper East Side, Manhattan
1568 2nd Ave
Btwn E 81st & 82nd Streets
New York, New York 10028

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About The Comic Strip Live Comedy Club

Opened in May 1975, Comic Strip Live is the longest running showcase comedy club in the world. Seven nights a week top comedians you've seen on television and the silver screen take the microphone on our world famous stage and prove why New York Magazine calls us, “The most expertly booked club in the city.”

Many comedy legends have started their careers on our legendary stage including Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, and more. The tradition of nurturing new comedians continues with regularly scheduled open mics, new talent showcases, and stand-up comedy classes. The new comedians you see on our stage today might be the stars you see tomorrow!

Voted AOL City Guide “Best Comedy Club”, Comic Strip Live features a light menu, full bar and intimate showroom. A new 9-foot projection screen makes it perfect for private or corporate events, movie screenings, and viewing parties.

In The Beginning

Comic Strip Live was born on a Monday night in May of 1975 by Richard Tienken, John McGowan and Robert Wachs. They found the original and current location the very next day.

Originally the Comic Strip featured comics, singers, magicians and novelty acts. Soon they realized that stand up comedy was the only way to go and the Comic Strip has been a showcase club ever since. The first big star was box office legend Eddie Murphy. The first time Eddie came into the club, he was only 18 and had a lot of swagger...almost too much! Saturday Night Live soon followed and the rest is show biz history. Eddie in turn discovered Chris Rock at The Comic Strip.

Like so many acts, television superstar Jerry Seinfeld worked for many years on the Comic Strip's stage. Everybody called him "Doctor Comedy" because there wasn't a bit he couldn't fix.


Reviews of Comic Strip Live

(3.5-star rating across 2 reviews)
  • Introduction to Stand Up Comedy

    Reviewed by Michael B. on 3/8/2023
    The class exceeded my expectations. The instructor, DF Sweedler, is a wealth of comedy knowledge. Getting into the comedy industry is no easy task, but this class is an extremely valuable resource to getting you started. Upon completion of the course I enrolled for a second time, and will keep coming back until I feel I’ve mastered everything he has to teach.
  • Introduction to Stand Up Comedy

    Reviewed by Constance L. on 11/1/2022

Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students at Comic Strip Live rave about the quality and value of the classes offered. They praise DF Sweedler, the instructor, for his extensive knowledge and expertise in the comedy industry. Students appreciate that the class goes beyond their expectations and provides them with valuable resources to start their careers in comedy. Many students have taken the course multiple times, indicating their dedication to mastering all that DF Sweedler has to offer. Quotes: - "The class taught me so much about the art of comedy. DF Sweedler really knows his stuff and is able to share that knowledge in a way that is easily understandable and applicable." - "I learned a lot about crafting jokes and the business side of comedy. The class gave me the skills and confidence to pursue a career in this field."

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