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We are working hard to compile a list of open mikes around the country. If you have an open mike or know of one, let us know. Please use our online email form and choose the subject line, “I know about an open mike,” and give us the details.

CALIFORNIA OPEN MIKES

Amsterdam Cafe

Day/Time: Every Tuesday, 7pm

Rules: Sign up is at 6:30pm

Information: This is a mixed show, featuring music, poetry & comedy. Comics get 10 minutes of stage time. For booking at the Amsterdam Cafe, please contact Jeff Hopkins.

Ha Ha Cafe

Day/Time: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Sun., 6pm

Rules: Sign up is at 5pm (5:30pm Monday-Thursday)

Information: Comics are required to buy a $5 drink ticket to perform. Comics get 5 minutes of stage time. For booking at the Ha Ha Cafe please contact Jack Assadorian.

Improv – Hollywood

Day/Time: Every Tuesday, 5pm

Rules: Sign-up is from 4:30pm until 4:40pm.

Information: Line up is determined with a lottery system after sign-ups are done. Names will NOT BE TAKEN after 4:40pm. Each comic gets 3 minutes of stage time. Improv management watches this show and admission is free! This open mike is run by Reeta; do NOT call Eric Abrams regarding the open mike!

iO West

Day/Time: Every Sunday, 10:30pm

Rules: Sign up before 10pm

Information: Held in the Andy Dick Black Box Theatre.

Laugh Factory – Hollywood

Day/Time: Every Tuesday, 6:30pm

Rules: Sign up before 6pm, first 15 perform

Information: Only 15 spots are available each week. It’s recommended that you arrive early to get in line. It’s not uncommon to see comedians starting to line up outside the club hours in advance. Comics get 3 minutes of stage time. This is a CLEAN show, no blue material, or you won’t be welcome back! Club owner Jamie Masada does watch this open mike and will often critique your set. Comics are asked to wait at least one month between spots – don’t try and sign up every week!

Spotlight Comedy Club

Day/Time: Every Friday, 6pm

Rules: Sign up before 6pm, first 15 perform

Information: Comics get 5 minutes of stage time. The open mike is run by Eric Hahn, a funny comedian and strong open miker. Come on out to this popular open mike in Studio City, California.

The Comedy Store – Hollywood

Day/Time: Every Sundays & Monday, 7pm

Rules: Sign up at 6pm, first 15 perform

Information: The line up is determine by a lottery. Comics (who are lucky enough to get a spot) get 3 minutes of stage time.

The Pig ‘n’ Whistle

Day/Time: Every Wednesday, 8pm

Rules: Sign up around 7:30pm

Information: This is a mixed open mike, featuring music & comedy.