We are open 7 days a week, except for a few holidays (even we need a break from laughing). Doors open at 6pm most days, and sometimes earlier at weekends.
Not yet 42 years ago (1996), yet a long long time ago and certainly pre-pandemic, Rick Jenkins opened The Comedy Studio in the attic of a Chinese restaurant. Through ups and downs, through different Camberville locations – the intersection of old skool artistry and progressive viewpoints/performance – the Studio has found a long term home in Harvard Square.
The Comedy Studio remains Boston’s most unique stage for comedians and other artistic performers in an intimate and inclusive environment for theatrical lovers and performers. Winner of the “Best of Boston, Best Comedy Club” for three consecutive years by Boston Magazine.
Now under new management, a key goal of the Studio is to be “where entertainers come home” when in Boston. This inevitably means being welcoming to one and all, an occasionally eclectic mix of attitudes and a space to experiment. Entering means accepting all of humanity with tolerance, even if not agreement, yet always with a smile in your heart.
The Comedy Studio features an array of emerging and world-renowned comedic and artistic talent. But don’t take our word for it. Frank Smiley, senior producer of Conan said of The Comedy Studio, “I consider it the greatest comedy club on earth.” We agree. And we want more… we will push beyond our core of stand-up, we welcome new forms which will entertain.
Our typical line ups and schedules vary but are based around the following acts and performances:
Monday – Music / Spoken Word / Trivia
Tuesday – The biggest Open Mic in New England, jokingly called “Comedy Hell” – runs until no-one is left
Wednesday – Headliner “An hour with…”
Thursday – 3-5 people, featuring a longer set
Friday & Saturday – Top talent showcase with 5-6 people and regular drop-in special guests
The Comedy Studio
5 John F Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States
FREE ENTRY
The Globe described the night as "Comedy Hell" when we were upstairs in Somerville's Union Square. Now we're two floors down in a basement in Cambridge's Harvard Square. Under where the first and last Curious George shop died. It's even better. Enter our comedy world, whether you listen, laugh, bomb, groan, clap or just...FREE ENTRY
The Globe described the night as "Comedy Hell" when we were upstairs in Somerville's Union Square. Now we're two floors down in a basement in Cambridge's Harvard Square. Under where the first and last Curious George shop died. It's even better. Enter our comedy world, whether you listen, laugh, bomb, groan, clap or just sip your beverage with a raised eyebrow... We just LOVE it.
It's an Open Mic, but there's always some pros dropping in to test new material, so it's unavoidable to have a good time - for free no less.
Doors Open 6pm. The heat starts around 7pm. Sign up sheet is [coming].
Doors at 5pm / Show at 530pm
The Comedy Studio's Class Showcase: After eight weeks of classes and workshopping, the inaugural class of the new Comedy Studio Comedy School takes to the stage, some for the first time to showcase what they've created over the past two months. Join us for a great afternoon of new...Doors at 5pm / Show at 530pm
The Comedy Studio's Class Showcase: After eight weeks of classes and workshopping, the inaugural class of the new Comedy Studio Comedy School takes to the stage, some for the first time to showcase what they've created over the past two months. Join us for a great afternoon of new comedic talent with some seasoned local favorites as well.
Lineup:TBD
2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 7:30pm / Showtime 8pm
The Comedy Studio has long been the launchpad for fresh talent, sending comedians to national stages and beyond. Now, we’re taking things to the next level! Catch a lineup of Boston’s rising stars—future headliners delivering a night of unforgettable laughs. You’ll see comics who’ve appeared on HBO, Netflix, late-night TV,...Doors at 7:30pm / Showtime 8pm
The Comedy Studio has long been the launchpad for fresh talent, sending comedians to national stages and beyond. Now, we’re taking things to the next level! Catch a lineup of Boston’s rising stars—future headliners delivering a night of unforgettable laughs. You’ll see comics who’ve appeared on HBO, Netflix, late-night TV, and more right before they blow up. Expect edgy, off-the-wall humor, a dash of raunch with unexpected twists, and razor-sharp takes on the chaos of modern attitudes. Millennials and Gen Z love it for a reason—this is comedy that hits where it counts. You never know who may drop in.
Lineup: Jack Hall, Kate Molloy, Troy Burditt, Chris Scriva, Cathy Zhao, Julian Atwater
Lineup Subject to Change. 2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 7pm / Show at 8pm
Certified Fresh, hosted by Jack Hall, takes place every Thursday and showcases a dynamic mix of Boston’s emerging talent and seasoned comedians. Whether discovering new faces or catching a set from someone on the verge of stardom, the night promises laughter from start to finish. With performances from both...Doors at 7pm / Show at 8pm
Certified Fresh, hosted by Jack Hall, takes place every Thursday and showcases a dynamic mix of Boston’s emerging talent and seasoned comedians. Whether discovering new faces or catching a set from someone on the verge of stardom, the night promises laughter from start to finish. With performances from both up-and-coming acts and Boston’s best comics, it’s the perfect way to enjoy guaranteed laughs and get a taste of the next big thing in comedy.
Lineup: Jack Hall, Janet McNamara, El Kennedy & More
Lineup Subject to Change. 2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 9pm / Show at 10pm
“LIVE! at The Comedy Studio” is a live comedy game show experience like nothing you’ve seen before! Paul Ober hosts the hottest comedians in Boston for performances, live and recorded skits, hilarious interviews, and chaos, all with a LOT of audience interaction! It’s so unpredictable, you’ll want to keep...Doors at 9pm / Show at 10pm
“LIVE! at The Comedy Studio” is a live comedy game show experience like nothing you’ve seen before! Paul Ober hosts the hottest comedians in Boston for performances, live and recorded skits, hilarious interviews, and chaos, all with a LOT of audience interaction! It’s so unpredictable, you’ll want to keep coming back to see what they do next. Boston, do you know that new show you’ve been looking for? THIS IS IT!
2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 6:30pm / Showtime 7:30pm
Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston and beyond takes the stage. This show features a lineup of seasoned stand-up comedians, each with a unique style and perspective. From clever one-liners to outrageous stories, Comedy Gold promises an...Doors at 6:30pm / Showtime 7:30pm
Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston and beyond takes the stage. This show features a lineup of seasoned stand-up comedians, each with a unique style and perspective. From clever one-liners to outrageous stories, Comedy Gold promises an evening full of sharp wit and belly laughs. Whether you’re a die-hard comedy fan or just looking for a great time out, this show will have something for everyone. Join us for a night of golden performances that will leave you wanting more!
Lineup: Jack Hall, Brandon Pires, Laith, Brian Longwell, Jay Martin, Al Park
Lineup Subject to Change. 2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 7pm / Show at 8pm
“Same Place, Same Time” featuring Orlando Baxter, Corey Manning, Corey Rodrigues & Chris Tabb. Get ready for a night of raw humor and unforgettable laughs at the Same Time, Same Place Comedy Show, featuring four of the funniest comedians in the industry. Each performer brings their own unique style,...Doors at 7pm / Show at 8pm
“Same Place, Same Time” featuring Orlando Baxter, Corey Manning, Corey Rodrigues & Chris Tabb. Get ready for a night of raw humor and unforgettable laughs at the Same Time, Same Place Comedy Show, featuring four of the funniest comedians in the industry. Each performer brings their own unique style, personality, and life experiences to the stage, ensuring a night of diverse and dynamic comedy. Whether it’s Chris’s high-energy storytelling, Orlando’s relatable wit, Corey Rodriguez’s sharp observational humor, or Corey Manning’s inspiring tales of resilience mixed with humor, this show is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. Expect big laughs, candid moments, and some real talk—all with a comedic twist.
Each comedian will take the stage for their own set, bringing their best material. Get ready for gut-busting laughs mixed with thought-provoking insights from real-life stories. Diverse performances that cover everything from personal life experiences to cultural observations, all with humor at the heart. This is more than just a comedy show—it’s an experience you won’t want to miss. So mark your calendars, grab your tickets, and join us for a night of laughter that you’ll be talking about long after the show is over. Same Time, Same Place, where comedy and real talk meet!
Doors at 11pm / Show at 1130pm
Hosted at the iconic Comedy Studio, Red-Eye is your go-to late-night stand-up comedy show, produced by Comedy Harbor, known for its top-tier comedy production all around Boston. The Comedy Studio is opening its doors to some midnight mayhem with hilarious comedians from around the country on it's quest to...Doors at 11pm / Show at 1130pm
Hosted at the iconic Comedy Studio, Red-Eye is your go-to late-night stand-up comedy show, produced by Comedy Harbor, known for its top-tier comedy production all around Boston. The Comedy Studio is opening its doors to some midnight mayhem with hilarious comedians from around the country on it's quest to bring back late nightlife to Harvard Square. Whether you're a comedy aficionado, looking for a fun night out, or a regular night owl, Red-Eye promises to deliver a memorable experience, every time.
Lineup: Kedar Kelkar, Andrew Balestieri, Brieana Woodward, Julian Atwater, Chris Scriva, Cam McNeil
Lineup Subject to Change. 2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 430pm / Show at 5pm
The Shy Vaudevillian combines stand-up, storytelling, and handmade visuals to create a distinctly modern vaudeville experience where body dysmorphia, lotto scratch-offs, and mansplaining collide face-first with a banana cream pie! Join comedian and former ventriloquist dummy Christine Ferrera as she takes you on a guided tour through the history...Doors at 430pm / Show at 5pm
The Shy Vaudevillian combines stand-up, storytelling, and handmade visuals to create a distinctly modern vaudeville experience where body dysmorphia, lotto scratch-offs, and mansplaining collide face-first with a banana cream pie! Join comedian and former ventriloquist dummy Christine Ferrera as she takes you on a guided tour through the history of comedy, including stops along the way to consider why feminism isn’t funny, what made Jerry Lewis cry and what happens when the shyest kid in town lands the lead in the school play. Using cutting-edge 19th-century technology, Ferrera recounts her journey to overcoming social anxiety and confronts her own fears about mortality, mental health, and Twitter handles. This hilariously unique show will resonate with performance art lovers, prop comedy nerds and anyone who’s ever been told to “smile more.”
2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Doors at 6:30pm / Show at 7:30pm
Andy Hendrickson is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over two decades of experience. Originally from the East Coast, he now calls Los Angeles home. His unique style blends clever, conversational humor with real-life experiences, masterfully highlighting life's absurdities. He has made notable television appearances, including The Late Show with...Doors at 6:30pm / Show at 7:30pm
Andy Hendrickson is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over two decades of experience. Originally from the East Coast, he now calls Los Angeles home. His unique style blends clever, conversational humor with real-life experiences, masterfully highlighting life's absurdities. He has made notable television appearances, including The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show on CBS, and a highly praised comedy special for the Dry Bar Comedy series. This is your chance to catch him LIVE at The Comedy Studio!
As Seen on The Late Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVBSHIAk00g
Host: Kedar Kelkar
Feature: Peter Martin
Doors at 9:15pm / Show at 9:30pm
Andy Hendrickson is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over two decades of experience. Originally from the East Coast, he now calls Los Angeles home. His unique style blends clever, conversational humor with real-life experiences, masterfully highlighting life's absurdities. He has made notable television appearances, including The Late Show with...Doors at 9:15pm / Show at 9:30pm
Andy Hendrickson is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over two decades of experience. Originally from the East Coast, he now calls Los Angeles home. His unique style blends clever, conversational humor with real-life experiences, masterfully highlighting life's absurdities. He has made notable television appearances, including The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show on CBS, and a highly praised comedy special for the Dry Bar Comedy series. This is your chance to catch him LIVE at The Comedy Studio!
As Seen on The Late Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVBSHIAk00g
Host: Kedar Kelkar
Feature: Peter Martin
Doors at 6pm / Show at 7pm
2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Sam Tallent is a comedian, novelist and host of the Chubby Behemoth Podcast. For the last decade, he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe.
His acclaimed debut novel, Running The Light, heralded as the definitive book on standup...Doors at 6pm / Show at 7pm
2 Item Suggested Minimum.
Sam Tallent is a comedian, novelist and host of the Chubby Behemoth Podcast. For the last decade, he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe.
His acclaimed debut novel, Running The Light, heralded as the definitive book on standup comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture. Random House is set to rerelease Running the Light in commercial paperback as well as his forthcoming follow up, Petillant Brut, in hardcover in 2025. His novella, ATTABOY, was published as an Audible Original.
Sam has two comedy specials: Waiting For Death to Claim Us (available on Amazon Prime) and The Toad’s Morale (available on the Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast YouTube). He also has a travel show, Wide World, on YouTube. He lives in Detroit and cooks dinner for his wife every night.
Full YouTube Special "The Toad's Morale" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LDm47sgkso
Feature: Al Christakis
Host: Brieana Woodward
