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Comedy Cellar

New York's definitive basement showcase club

The Comedy Cellar opened in 1982 in a Greenwich Village basement on MacDougal Street and grew into the most famous showcase club in the world. Shows run on a rotating lineup format — five to seven comics doing short sets — and the nightly bill routinely mixes working New York comics with unannounced drop-ins from the biggest names in stand-up.

The Cellar's reputation rests on those drop-ins: Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, and Jerry Seinfeld have all worked out material on its tiny stage, and the club's comedian table at the Olive Tree Cafe upstairs is stand-up's most storied hangout. The room has been immortalized on screen, most famously in the opening credits of "Louie."

Demand long ago outgrew the original room, so the Cellar added shows at the Village Underground around the corner and an outpost in Las Vegas. Tickets are sold through the club's own reservation system rather than Ticketmaster, so book directly on the Comedy Cellar website — and expect weekend shows to sell out days ahead.

Upcoming Shows at Comedy Cellar

Comedy Cellar sells tickets through its own box office, so its shows are not listed on Ticketmaster.

Check the club's official calendar for the current lineup — popular shows sell out fast.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What shows are coming up at Comedy Cellar?
Comedy Cellar books its shows through its own box office, so its calendar is not listed on Ticketmaster. Check the club’s official website for the current lineup and tickets.
Where is Comedy Cellar located?
Comedy Cellar is located in New York, NY.
How do I get tickets for Comedy Cellar?
Tickets for Comedy Cellar are sold directly through the club’s official website. Popular shows can sell out quickly, so book early.
What is Comedy Cellar known for?
Comedy Cellar is known as new York's definitive basement showcase club. The Comedy Cellar opened in 1982 in a Greenwich Village basement on MacDougal Street and grew into the most famous showcase club in the world. Shows run on a rotating lineup format — five to seven comics doing short sets — and the nightly bill routinely mixes working New York comics with unannounced drop-ins from the biggest names in stand-up.