Comedy Shows Near Me

Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup - Thursdays at VHS Social Club

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *VHS Social Club* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *VHS Social Club* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!

Join us for a Ladies Night Out at Stories on High!

Come enjoy an evening of great conversation, cocktails, and beautiful views of downtown Columbus from one of the city’s rooftop spots. Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, this is a chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy a night out with an amazing group of women. Come dressed for a night out and ready for good drinks, good conversation, and even better company. Looking forward to seeing you there!

How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Oscar Watch: WILD HORSE NINE at the Drexel Theatre!

Join us as we get together to see a dark-comedy-dramatic-thriller and that rare combination of films that’s a heavy Oscar contender and wildly entertaining, WILD HORSE NINE! The film is written/directed by Martin McDonagh and follows a pair of CIA agents as they face a trust-testing mission from Santiago to Easter Island during 1973 in Chile. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Shortly before the 1973 Chilean coup d'etat, two CIA officers are sent from Santiago to Easter Island. Among the island's iconic statues, the longtime partners wrestle with their dark pasts and present conspiracies, while one’s newfound bond with a pair of rebellious students threatens to send everyone's trip to this remote paradise sideways. The film is written/directed by Martin McDonagh (In Bruges, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, The Banshees of Inisherin) and stars John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, Steve Buscemi, Tom Waits and Parker Posey. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Haw_sznA5aQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Haw_sznA5aQ) BUZZ & ACCLAIM: Wild Horse Nine premiered to a rapturous response at this year’s Venice International Film Festival where John Malkovich won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor! It is earning a stellar 94% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where critics call it “intelligent, superb filmmaking” with an “expert blend of poignant drama and blistering dark comedy” and featuring some of the best performances ever “by Malkovich, Rockwell and Buscemi.” This is one of those rare movies that's actually fun and entertaining, smart and moving, and poised to be a major player at next year's Oscars! DINNER PLAN: For dinner, we’ll switch it up this time and go with dinner at the Rusty Bucket BEFORE the show! Meet at 5:15pm and we’ll have a section reserved for the group! MOVIE PLAN: Immediately following dinner, it’s on to the show! We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtime! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater. When you purchase yours, be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts. Also, recommend parking in the lot near Brassica and your car will be close to the restaurant and the theater! Exact showtime and complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Can't wait, Dan

Tailgate Party before Buckeyes Home Games

Join me at my TAILGATE PARTY. We will be there before each Buckeyes home game. We set up between The Shoe and St. Johns Arena along the sidewalk and parking lot entrance ramp. Sept 5 Ball State Sept 19 Kent State Sept 26 Illinois Oct 10 Maryland Nov 7 Oregon Nov 14 Northwestern Nov 28 Michigan See you at the Shoe!!!!

Free Happy Hour Show - Blues and Beyond!

Come join us at [Natalies](https://nataliesgrandview.com/) in Grandview for a free Happy Hour show. The doors open at 5:00 pm. The show runs from 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm. There is no admission charge, but tips for the band are strongly encouraged. Plan to arrive by 6pm to enjoy the early show. PARKING: behind the venue and street parking. # BLUES AND BEYOND HAPPY HOUR: MOJO BLUE Natalie’s, with support from the Columbus Blues Alliance (CBA), presents Bourbon & Blues *Happy Hour featuring drink specials & yummy brick oven pizzas and salads/appetizers.* The Columbus Blues Alliance (CBA) is a non-profit organization founded to help preserve and nurture blues music and is an affiliate of the Blues Foundation in Memphis. I hope you can join us.

Oscar Watch: FJORD at the Drexel Theatre!

Join us as we get together to see the Palme d’Or winner from this year’s Cannes Film Festival, FJORD! This dramatic-legal-thriller-drama is based on a true story of a Romanian-Norwegian couple facing scrutiny after moving to the wife's remote Norwegian hometown. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film is inspired by true events and follows a Romanian-Norwegian conservative couple who faced scrutiny after moving to the wife's progressive remote Norwegian hometown. The film is written/directed by Cristian Mungiu and stars Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve (Sentimental Value, The Worst Person in the World). BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered at this year’s Cannes Film Festival where it received a 12-minute standing ovation and went on to win the Palme d'Or (top prize) along with four other awards! The film is earning a stellar 93% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it a “riveting,” “superbly well-acted” and “knotty moral dilemma” that "refuses to provide easy answers.” Others call it a quiet film with a lot to say that’s both "richly compelling” and “endlessly though-provoking!” It was selected as the Romanian entry for the Best International Feature Film (and is currently the front-runner) for next year’s Academy Awards. FANTASTIC FEATURETTE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3c27MmOyxg TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gdRZZVoinM PLAN: We’ll plan for a 4:00pm-ish showing and will meet in the theater lobby about 20 minutes before showtime. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater. Just let them know you're with the group for admission and concession discounts ($3 sm popcorn, $3 sm soda). A longer movie and we've got big dinner/movie events the week before/after, so we'll plan to make this one a movie only event. Exact showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Should be a good one, Dan

Brunch-Highbanks Distillery

It’s been a while since we met up. Let’s meet up for brunch at this lively location. Brunch menu: https://www.highbankco.com/grandview

Morning people unite!! 🐤 ☕ + 💬 @ Cup O Joe Coffee House

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Cup O Joe Coffee House](https://www.cupojoe.com/)!

CMG Top Pick: THE ONLY LIVING PICKPOCKET IN NEW YORK at Marcus Crosswoods!

Join us as we get together one of the better films we’ll see this year, THE ONLY LIVING PICKPOCKET IN NEW YORK! Call it a CMG Top Pick, an Under-the-Radar Gem, or just our kind of movie, check out the trailer and don't miss this one! This dramatic-crime-thriller follows a career pickpocket who is forced into a desperate, high-stakes race against time through the streets of the city. It is written / directed by Noah Segan and stars John Turturro, Giancarlo Esposito, Steve Buscemi and Jamie Lee Curtis. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: An aging career pickpocket is forced into a desperate, high-stakes race against time through the streets of his city. The film is written/directed by Noah Segan and stars John Turturro, Giancarlo Esposito, Will Price, Tatiana Maslany, Victoria Moroles, Steve Buscemi and Jamie Lee Curtis. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXA7BmrBBxs BUZZ & ACCLAIM A festival favorite, the film premiered at this year’s Sundance, Berlin, Telluride, Toronto and New York Film Festivals! It is earning a stellar 98% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where critics say, “Turturo shines” in “one of the very best films” we’ll see all year! “It's gentle and tense all at once, beautifully written and directed, and features some of the most compelling performances I've seen in ages.” According to Next Best Picture, “Led by a terrifically tender performance by John Turturro, it’s a classy, enjoyable, lovely film about a man out of time, coming to terms with the fact that the world he occupies is no longer the world he knows.” PLAN: Details for this event have already been confirmed! A shorter movie and an earlier showing so should be quick in-and-out event to see a really great film! Please purchase your ticket for the 5:25pm showing and meet in the bar area between 5:00 and 5:15pm. A smaller theater so advance ticket purchase as soon as possible is advised! (But, if we sell it out quickly, we can sometimes give them a nudge to move it into a larger heater.) Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Water color class!! 🎨 Paint 6 cards $30 includes supplies and pizza 🍕

Afternoon Play!

**Tickets are now on sale $20 .Please purchase tickets on line at curtainsplayers.ludus.com then post your seat number in comments.**