http://www.dcstandup.com/index.php News and notes from the Washington DC comedy scene en-us Copyright 2009, Chris White chris@dcstandup.com Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00 GMT Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00 GMT Mon, 1 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100301http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100301We've got two new comedy open mics starting this week. The Soundry already has a "free-for-all" open mic on the weekends, but now there's also a comedy-only open mic on Wednesdays. Capitol Skyline has hosted shows in the past; now they have a Thursday night open mic. Listings are below. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100222http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100222Some intriguing entertainment options for people seeking Friday night fun. One show in DC, one show in Baltimore: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100215http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100215Passing this along from Vijai Nathan. It's a planned monthly comedy / storytelling show for Adams Morgan: Mon, 1 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100201http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100201Another new open mic to report, this time on Tuesdays: Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100126http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100126More open mic updates! Since our last post, we've tacked on the following listings: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100111http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20100111For fans of open mics: they picked up the option on Looking Glass Lounge. So for now there's a new open mic every other Monday at that location (the next show is on MLK Jr. Day). You can get all the info over at the open mic listings. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091229http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091229On Dec. 14, the Looking Glass Lounge (3634 Georgia Ave NW, Washington DC 20010) had its first open mic, and on January 4, they're going for round two: Mon, 28 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091228http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091228Starting on Jan. 13, comedy returns to Recessions in downtown Washington with an open mic hosted by Wayne Manigo. "Comedy x 10" runs from 8-10, and if you want to sign up you should do so in advance through Wayne (wmanigo@gmail.com) The address is 1823 L Street NW, Washington, DC 20038. You can see the Recessions site right here. Mon, 7 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091207http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091207Passing it along. From the DC Improv: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091201http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091201 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091130http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091130We're back from vacation with a batch of open mic news. Two new open mics start on this Thursday, December 3: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091109http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091109Another Monday, another batch of open mic news! Behold: Mon, 2 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091102http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091102A little bit of new action on the open mic front to report this week. First, Karma Lounge in Largo is going to have Tuesday night open mics. "Organized by Tashya T. Sign-up is on-site no later than 7:30. For more info e-mail e-mail tashyatummings@gmail.com." That's in the Capital Centre complex. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091026http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091026It's Halloween week! And every year the DC Improv chips in to help out Children's Hospital. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091025http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091025Somehow, in all our carousing of the internet we missed the fact that the Lyric Opera House in Baltimore has been hosting comedy shows. That greivous omission has been corrected, so now we'll keep their comedy shows listed over on the shows page. Just scroll down to the bottom and you'll see what's on tap for most of the theaters in the DC/Baltimore area. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091024http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091024The finals for the Funniest Fed contest were last week at the Arlington Drafthouse, and we have not one, but TWO winners ... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091014http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091014Ask and ye shall receive! We now know the winners in the "Baltimore's Next Superstar" contest. Dorian Gray won the whole shebang, with Alabama coming in second and Eric Patrick finishing third. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091013http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091013For anyone up Baltimore way: the Club Reality open mic has has now moved from every other Monday to every single Tuesday. All other information seems to be the same. The change has been reflected on the open mics page. Thu, 8 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091008http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091008Here's another new open mic to report, from Justin Jones. It's called (really!) "Balls Out Comedy" and it's at Nadds of Baltimore: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091007http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091007Mike Birbiglia is at the Warner Theater this weekend; if he's your cup of tea he's doing an online chat at Washingtonpost.com this afternoon. Tue, 6 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091006http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091006It's not a new show, but I finally got around to adding a listing for Nottingham's Tavern in Columbia, Maryland (not to be confused with Fullerton's Pub in Nottingham). According to the Facebook group There are open mics the first three Tuesdays of the month, and some kind of showcase/booked show on the last Wednesday. It's all put together by Sean Savoy, I believe, so if you're looking for more info go find him on Facebook. Mon, 5 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091005http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20091005Nothing thrilling to report, but man is it nice outside. Go out for a stroll. Who cares if they fire you? You probably hate your job anyway. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090930http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090930Just got this press release about a big show at UMD College Park in a few weeks: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090929http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090929Here's a special opportunity for you hard-suffering Philadelphians out there. This Thursday is the Philadelphia Comedy showcase at the DC Improv, a night of comedy featuring four Philly guys. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090928http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090928Some fun Monday reading for you. First check out this New Yorker piece from a few years ago. It's from Mike Sacks, the author of "And Here's the Kicker," the excellent book of interviews with humor writers. It's about a guy dropping propaganda leaflets over his girlfriend's house. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090925http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090925Tracey Jackson passes along news of a new open mic in Indian Head, Md., on Sunday nights starting late October. It's at Secrets Lounge: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090924http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090924If you have a second, here's DC favorite Rob Maher in an ABC World News Tonight clip. Rob (the guy with the chainsaw) and friends entered the contest the government had for swine flu PSAs; their entry was in the top three. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090923http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090923Some interesting reading: Paul Fahri's Washingtonpost.com media chat from Tuesday. Neat discussion about the complete breakdown of mass marketing and the fragmentation of culture. Things that are touted at a big deal (HBO shows, "The Daily Show," "Mad Men") often have, relative to the overall population, small audiences. But they do often appeal to the demographic of reporters and bloggers (more homogenous than you might think), so they get disproportionate amounts of attention. Not to say that such things aren't high quality, but huge swaths of the population are probably mystified by the Emmys, which often reward shows that not many folks are watching. This disconnect seems to engender a lot of anger these days -- people on both sides can be snide to anyone who doesn't share their taste. We have fewer cultural experiences in common, the more the market fragments. It makes you long for the days of "The Cosby Show." Or at least the sweaters. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090922http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090922A new showcase to announce! Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090921http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090921We've been a bit lax about updating the comedian listings. Here's the deal: if you're performing in the DC/Baltimore area ON A REGULAR BASIS (more than once every six months) and you aren't insane (by other people's standards), e-mail your bio, contact information and a picture to chris@dcstandup.com. We're trying to get a better picture of the DC comedy scene as it exists today. We have some gaps right now, and why not put your name in the hat? Can't hurt to have your face in as many places as possible. Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090920http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090920Three Chord Comedy is back for another Friday happy hour at The Velvet Lounge. Show is at 7 p.m., and it's $2 to get in (plus there are some drink specials). The lineup is Doug Powell, Tim Miller, Michael Foody and Eli Sairs. Musical guest: Mike Manco-Johnson. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090916http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090916They put a schedule online today, and you can also buy tickets through their web site ... here's the link. It looks like it's a showcase approach, as there seem to be around six to eight performers for just about every event. Venues include the Blact Cat, Bohemian Caverns, the Studio Theater and the Lincoln Theater. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090914http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090914Just picked up word (they just announced it Sept. 9) of a comedy festival October 22-24 along the U St. Corridor. It's called "The Bentzen Ball" and it's sponsored by BrightestYoungThings.com, which is a web site "Written by the young and urban of DC for the young (at heart) and urban of DC." So, hipsters? Not entirely sure. But they do seem to have a lot of neat content and interviews and that sort of stuff. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090913http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090913Here's some happy news from Lou Giglio about the Monday open mic at 11th St. Lounge: Fri, 11 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090911http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090911A last reminder -- tomorrow night, Chris White performs IN BALTIMORE! That's right, baby. "I Take Requests" is trivia, comedy, videos and more for just $10. In these troubling economic times, it would be a crime against humanity if you didn't take advantage of this amazing entertainment value. The show, and the rest of your wonderful, vastly improved life, starts at 8 p.m. We'll see you there, Charm City! Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090909http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090909We're a little late on this, but not TOO late. Theres' a new sketch/improv troupe forming, and they're looking for people in Baltimore on 9/10. From Tim Young: Tue, 8 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090908http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090908If you make it through the four-day work week in one piece, you should reward yourself with a night out ... IN BALTIMORE! Mon, 7 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090907http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090907Here's a nice mention of the Bar Bacon showcase in Baltimore's Urbanite magazine. Seems like they're doing quite well ... check it out, last Friday of the month, late! Sun, 6 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090906http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090906We've added a new open mic for the Baltimore area -- it's at the Fullerton Pub in Nottingham, and the organizer (Jason Gray) can be reached by e-mail (pepegray69@yahoo.com). The plan is for every Tuesday. Of course, we'll keep this info over on the open mics page. Wed, 2 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090902http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090902Passing it on ... Tue, 1 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090901http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090901Passing this along. If I get more details I'll post them: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090831http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090831Passing this along ... a show at the National Harbor starting September 8. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090824http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090824Tim Young passes along the news that the show at Austin Grill in Baltimore has gone from open mic to showcase: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090818http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090818It's not stand-up, but we're in favor of fun things ... so we're passing along this press release regarding WIT's Neutrino Project. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090817http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090817Hello comedy fans! Interesting week of shows coming up in what's usually a dead month -- we have lots of female comics in theater settings, the always funny Dave Attell playing the weekend at the DC Improv, and quite a few other options with some bang for your buck ... if you're looking for an air conditioned good time then you might want to click around and see who's playing where. Enjoy! Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090814http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090814Last reminder! Tomorrow, Chris White and Jared Stern perform at the Indian Head black box theater. Good people of Waldorf, La Plata, and any other Charles County community -- you MUST SEE THIS SHOW! IT'S THE LAW! Well, sort of. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090813http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090813You might have noticed that the D.C. area has a slight involvement with politics, so you might be interested to listen to the latest episode of the DC Improv Podcast. Satirist Will Durst chats about the art of political humor (and some other stuff) in this 30 minute chat. Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090812http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090812The Baltimore Comedy Factory is rebranding the "Funniest Person in Baltimore" contest. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090811http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090811Passing along this notice from Sean Savoy: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090810http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090810Late addition to the calendar: Sat, 8 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090808http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090808A reminder that the DC Comedy Lab debuts tonight at the Comedy Spot in Ballston Commons mall. It's billed as an "experimental comedy" series, and the first show is called "The Big Bang." They're in the main room at the Comedy Spot now, so sounds like a crowd is gathering ... if you're going, at the web site go to the "buy tickets" page (link at bottom), and enter the promo code "Jimmy185", to get five dollars off. Thu, 6 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090806http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090806The Tyson's Corner comedy club Wiseacres is back -- in a limited capacity, at least. Wed, 5 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090805http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090805The first "Three Chord Comedy" show at the Velvet Lounge was apparently a success -- they're having a follow up effort next week. Here are the details: Mon, 3 Aug 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090803http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090803Hot fun in the summertime! Less than two weeks away (Saturday, August 15), Chris White and Jared Stern perform at the Indian Head black box theater. Good people of Waldorf, La Plata, and any other Charles County community -- you MUST SEE THIS SHOW! IT'S THE LAW! Well, sort of. Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090731http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090731Late night fun in Baltimore? You betcha ... it's the sixth installment of the Bar Bacon Fun Time Comedy show. Featuring Jim Meyer, Seaton Smith and Erin Jackson, among others ... the show starts at 11. If you want more information, here's the Facebook event page. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090730http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090730Passing on this note from Naomi Johnson. If you're interested message her at aka.gnome@hotmail.com. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090721http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090721Interesting new project from Jimmy Meritt: Fri, 17 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090717http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090717This Sunday, Rob Maher hosts an open mic as Alexandria's branch of the Austin Grill. The show starts at 9. If you're interested, send Rob a message (robmaher@gmail.com). Thu, 16 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090716http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090716If you're a nerd who can actually wait a few days to see Harry Potter, why not come on out to the DC Improv tonight for Happy Hour Trivia? The doors open at 6:30 and the game starts at 7. If the glory isn't enough, remember: you also have the chance to win free chips and salsa. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090715http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090715IFC Films passes along this note: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090714http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090714Passing this on ... a community center in Falls Church is interested in producing some comedy shows. Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090713http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090713Passing on this message from Bill King: Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090624http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090624Jim Pate and Michael Smart have teamed up to form First Laugh Entertainment, which is at present putting on a few showcases in Northern Virginia. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090622http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090622The comedy night at Bossa in Adams Morgan lasted for a few years, if I'm recalling correctly ... and now it appears to be back! Here's the word from Carlos Murphy: Sun, 21 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090621http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090621On July 10, Eli Sairs presents "Comedy Where Music Should Be" at the Velvet Lounge. That's in the U St. Corridor (915 U St. NW, to be exact). There's a $2 cover, and happy hour specials, and all that good stuff ... Wed, 17 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090617http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090617We're one week away from the return of Happy Hour Trivia at the DC Improv Lounge ... it's got everything you'd want from a bar trivia game, yet so much more ... give into the excitement. TASTE THE DANGER. Come out and play trivia on June 24. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090616http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090616Last week Rob had his inaugural Wednesday open mic at the Potomac Grill. Reports are that the show went well. Only change is that the starting time is now 8:30 instead of 8; that's reflected on the open mics page. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090610http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090610A frienldy reminder that Rob Maher's new open mic at the Potomac Grill in Rockville starts TONIGHT. If you're looking for something to do and you want a laugh, stop on in ... Rob is good people, and he knows how to run a show. Fri, 5 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090605http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090605Fans and students of comedy will want to check out the latest episode of the DC Improv podcast. It's an interview with Mike Sacks, who over the last two years has interviewed more than 40 different prominent humor writers from a variety of mediums. The 20 best interviews have been compiled into "And Here's the Kicker," available online now or in bookstores in early July. Thu, 4 Jun 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090604http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090604There's an intriguing new venue called The Soundry (soundry.net) in Vienna, Virginia. Here's a description from the owner: Sat, 30 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090530http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090530New open mic to report at the Potomac Grill in Rockville, Maryland. It's on Wednesdays and the organizer is none other than Rob Maher (robmaher@gmail.com). E-mail him for more information or a slot; we have the listing added to the open mics page. Fri, 29 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090529http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090529The last Friday of the month is nigh, so that means it's almost time for Bar Bacon in Baltimore. This monthly showcase seems to be doing quite well, so if you're looking for late-night kicks in Charm City tonight, stop on in and check it out. (The Golden West Cafe, 1105 W. 36th St., Baltimore. Starts at 11 p.m.) Thu, 28 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090528http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090528These guys look familiar. What a coincidence! Tue, 26 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090526http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090526Here's the latest info on the Comedy Zone Northern Virginia, which is now at the Windows Over Washington at the Double Tree in Crystal City: Mon, 25 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090525http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090525Just got notice from the Boston Comedy Festival that their deadline is fast approaching. We'll give the usual advice: it can be a very postive experience (and a nice networking opportunity) to be in their contest, but it also could be an expensive trip for what ends up being only one 7 minute set. We've heard stories from both sides. So factor all that in. Passing in on: Sun, 24 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090524http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090524For all you aspiring TV writers out there ... passing it on. Thu, 14 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090514http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090514Hola champions, Wed, 13 May 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090513http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090513Shows (5/6): There's a hot buttered mess of shows this week, including quite a few theater gigs that were only recently posted on venue Web sites. The Lincoln Theater, for example, is hosting tapings of "Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand-up," both Thursdsay and Friday, and the line-up for those evenings is stacked. To get the full picture, go over to the calendar page and get reading. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090420http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090420Passing on this news from Magooby's Joke House, north of Baltimore: Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090415http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090415If you're wondering what's going on with Comedy Spot Northern Virginia ... well, I'm not sure. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090414http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090414Passing along this information about goings on at the The Comedy Spot in Ballston. This comes from Chris Hayes: Wed, 1 Apr 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090401http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090401What better day to start an open mic than April Fools Day? Robb Loving kicks off his efforts at Tom Tom in Adams Morgan tonight at around 8. You can see the listing info right here. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090323http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090323Passing it on, from Rob Maher: Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090318http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090318Coming out this summer ... a book of interviews with 20 famous comedy writers by former D.C. guy and now New Yorker Mike Sacks. It's called "And Here's the Kicker," and you can read a few advance chapters at andheresthekicker.com. Looks promising, if you're an aspiring comedy writer -- he talks to movie guys, literary types, sketch writers, TV writers ... Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090317http://www.dcstandup.com/monoblog/?day=20090317Passing it on ...