The Comedy Spot @
Cliff Castle Casino
Campe Verde, Ariz.
The Comedy Spot @
Harrah's Casino
Maricopa, Ariz.
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Gilbert Gottfried
Aug 22nd - 23rd
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Comedy Spot Info line
(480) 945-4422
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Showtimes
Fridays 8pm & 10pm
Saturdays 8pm & 10pm
Sundays 8pm
Discounts
Ladies
Fridays 10pm
1/2 price
College I.D.
Saturdays 10pm
1/2 price
Military
Friday or Saturday
1/2 price
Discounts not valid on Special Events or on Sundays - and cannot be combined with any other discount or coupon
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The Comedy Spot's Open-Mic Night
2008 DATES AVAILABLE AND OPEN - SEE BELOW
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On this page:
- What is it?
- When is it?
- How does it work?
- What are the RULES?
- Why do I need to bring people?
- Can I sign up to host the show?
- How much time do I get?
- What happens if I don't show up?
- How do I sign up?
- What dates are available?
What is it?
A comparable embrace of the eclectic is most certainly applied to this monthly show, an always different line-up of comedians hand-picked from the rich, vibrant and varied Phoenix talent pool--as well as occasional headliners and other non-local Pro and Semi-Pro comics who may be honing new material or preparing for a TV performance. It’s always a great show, and only ten bucks ($10.00) to get in.
When is it?
When: The LAST Sunday of every month
Tickets: $10.00 + 2 item min.
Showtimes: 6:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. & 10 p.m. (Doors open at 5:00 p.m.)
How does it work?
Fashioned after Open-Mic nights in L.A., Chicago, New York and other major cities, potential comics will sign up in advance (As you can see, sometimes this can be MONTH'S in advance) to perform at their scheduled show. They will then take that time to promote their show and appearance, making flyers, emails, telephone calls, etc. YES - you MUST promote your show to have people out! 10+ comics will be allowed to sign-up and perform. Slots available and dates will be listed on this page for future reference. NO PREVIOUS STAND-UP EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY.
What are the RULES for performing?
The Comedy Spot Comedy Club's Open-Mic policy has always been and will continue to be: "to provide a show which features good, up and coming talent." We offer our guests a show that falls within the bounds of good taste. Vulgarity, profanity, racial slurs and X-Rated humor is not tolerated on the open mic stage, (you can do that when you headline.)
On occasion, one of our regular comedians will drop in to do some time and we will accommodate their needs to do a quick set. They will do their set, but it may bump someone back.
We have, on many occasions moved "open micers" to our PRO shows on Fri and Sat night, and have also had some of them host the open mic as well.
WALK BEFORE YOU FLY - You have to become an amateur BEFORE you can go professional. We would recommend you take a class or a workshop first. They are offered here at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club on Sundays.
WATCH AND LEARN - If you can't/won't take a workshop, come down to the Comedy Spot on a Sunday for the Open-Mic and watch once or twice, to get the feel. DONT GO ON STAGE RIGHT AWAY.
GET MATERIAL - Know what you are going to talk about BEFORE you go on stage. Dont try and "wing it", it is harder than it looks. Have your material rehearsed and know it by heart. That will help.
TIME YOURSELF - You should come prepared with 4-6 minutes worth of material. That is about the average for an open mic.
DRESS CODE - All comics are expected to dress in a professional appearance with nice pants and shirt. Cutoffs, sandals and the like, are NOT appropriate. A good rule of thumb is,"if you wouldn't wear it to work, don't wear it here".
KNOW THE RULES - Do they allow x-rated material? Cursing? In a word NO. Remember for all performers and clubs what is most important - THE AUDIENCE - they paid to be there and want to be entertained PROFESSIONALLY, not insulted. Comics who bring 4 of their friends and wish to spew out a slew of "dick jokes" just for their friends amusement - PLEASE RE-READ THIS
FOLLOWING THE LIGHT - Every Professional Comedy Club has a light that tells you when to get off stage. When the light comes on, wrap up your act in the next 30 seconds or risk having your mic shut off.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DO SOMETHING OFFENSIVE AND UNTASTEFUL? - Mic goes off, music comes up and the host will retake the stage and you will stop. This will happen immediately and abruptly - and you will find it that much harder to perform on the show again, so the best advice DON'T DO IT. Remember this is billed, at the very least, as a "Pro" and "Semi-Pro" show, you should strive to be as professional as possible, anybody can go to any bar and hear a dirty joke, rise above it, be clever and creative.
In closing...
Tim Allen, Ellen DeGeneres, Jim Carrey all had to start somewhere, didn't they? An open mic to a comic is like beginning your freshman year on a 10 year PHD program, and few receive their PHDs. You go up cold and usually unfunny, and relish any sound that might be a snicker or a laugh. But that's usually all it takes and you're hooked on the late nights and working hard to get more laughs.
For years The Comedy Spot Comedy Club has hosted the Valley's BEST Open Mic night, with MANY, MANY imitators coming along. It has become the PREMIERE Open-Mic in the State! And for years the Arizona comedy scene has grown and produced some of the funniest comics working clubs today, writing and performing for hit TV shows, and some merging into the LA or NY industries with complete success.That's why The Comedy Spot Comedy Club decided it's time to see what it's Open Mic can do on it's own.
We're looking forward to buiding on an already strong Arizona comedy scene.
We hope you'll join us.
Why do I need to bring people?
Comedy without an audience isn't comedy, it's some kind of freaky bad poetry. We encourage you to invite lots of people.
"But, Comedy Spot, every gig I book they yell at me to bring people. Why should I bring them to this show?" First and foremost, this is a PROFESSIONAL COMEDY CLUB. This ain't some pool hall or one-nighter put on in a sports bar somewhere. And at the Comedy Spot they will have a GOOD TIME, the cover is only $8.00. They won't be waiting until 1:00 A.M. to see you perform; you will DEFINITELY get on stage. Plus (and let's be honest here) the more people you bring, the better you will feel - and so will the audience! They will thank you for inviting them and they'll look forward to seeing you again! This is a PROFESSIONAL COMEDY CLUB! Also, we expect YOU as the performer to act professional at all times - both on and off stage.
Can I sign up to host the show?
At this point, we are eliminating folks hosting the show. We did allow that at one time, but currently do no allow this.
How much time do I get?
AH, the most frequently asked question. Simple - if it's your first time here, and we have never seen you before, 5 minutes - MAX. After your first time, you may get longer, 5-10 minutes.
To answer the obvious, YES, if you as a comic show up with just your set list in your hand and made no effort to promote your appearance at this club and have not a one supporter out for you, you will lose your performance slot. NO EXCEPTIONS - NO EXCUSES ACCEPTED! Each and EVERY time you perform - THESE RULES APPLY. We have seen some people promote their show the first time, then slide off on future shows. These rules apply each and every time you perform. Also, having another comic you know, performing on the same show, does NOT count towards audience. Generally we look for each performer to have between 3-5 people (Minimum).
What happens if I don't show up?
If you sign up for mulitple dates, and you are a NO-SHOW on one of those dates - we will automatically remove you from any and all future dates you might have scheduled - WITH NO NOTIFICATION! We have A LOT of people requesting dates, some first-timers, so when request and selecting dates, make sure you can make it! PLEASE NOTE - ALL PERFORMERS NEED TO BE TO THE CLUB AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO SHOWTIME TO CHECK IN AND GO OVER SHOW RULES. Lastly, a lot of people want to know what it takes to be booked here as part of the pro-shows. To really try and move forward as a professional comedian. If you as a performer have the desire and intention on being booked here or at the very least, want to be considered to be booked here, don't shoot yourself in the foot. Performing at every hole in the wall show will probably not even garner you a second look. We look for comics that aspire to become professional and perform in comedy clubs. GOOD LUCK and hope to see you soon!
How do I sign up?
There are two ways you can sign up:
- call the club at (480)-945-4422
- e-mail us at Info@thecomedyspot.net
What dates are available?
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