Live Humans! in DC

EVENT: Live Humans in DC
DATE & TIME: Tuesday Oct. 14
LOCATION: Palace of Wonders
COST: FREE!
DETAILS:
Live Humans is Washington DC's only open mic variety show. and as can be expected, it can be found at the Palace of Wonders.

This week they are featuring the magic and juggling of Chris McCauley and Laura Ernst.

It's free folks, so come on out and feel free to join in the fun! and if you are interested in trying out a new act, bring it out!

link for more info - Palace of Wonders' website

or you can visit their myspace page.

Vixen Variety

EVENT: Vixen Variety
DATE & TIME: Thursday October 9, 2008
LOCATION: The Palace of Wonders
1210 H ST. NE Washington DC 20002
COST: $10
DETAILS:
Vixen Variety is an exciting new all female variety show!
More then just a feast for the eyes this show will knock your socks off!
These clever, sly and scandalous women will woo you with their willfulness and wiles!
You don't want to miss the fun as these foxy females flaunt their finesse and show off their skills in a hodgepodge of heroines!
A new medley of talent each month!
So come one, come all to the foxy & fabulous Vixen Variety Show!

THIS MONTH! Mab (me) will be bringing out her new comedy fire eating routine! All Funny! All the Time! Even while on FIRE!

Review of LIVE HUMANS

EVENT: Live Humans
DATE & TIME: 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7:30 - midnight
LOCATION: Palace of Wonders
COST: FREE
DETAILS: Open Mic Variety Night

I have only been performing and producing burlesque for about a year-and-a-half although I think in my mind I have been a performer all my life. By no means do I profess to be an expert or professional performer like so many wonderful artists I know - I just really happen to enjoy performing, seeing others have opportunities to have fun, work their craft & express themselves and mostly - entertain people and help us all forget the mundane even if momentarily! I will be the first to admit that I need all the practice in the world to refine my moves, stage presence, act development, confidence ... you name it. But one thing's for sure, I truly believe that practice does make perfect (at least for me, and as close to perfect as possible).

I was recently contacted by Andy Rothwell of LIVE HUMANS to perform -- as were many other area performers -- and I was excited to take advantange of this opportunity to test out a new act on stage and see what other hidden talent we have in our midst. Plus, it's free to everyone, no pressure and was really energizing to meet new people and discover a new night at the Palace.

This open-mic variety night is held the 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays of each month and no, you don't get paid, but I used the show as a chance to try out new work and even speak a little on stage . It was so incredibly useful, it even surprised me! (And my new act worked, by the way) The crowd was receptive, a great showcase of all sorts of talent and really appreciated what others had to do and say. Again, couldn't recommend it more if you're looking to try something new - even a totally different skill all together ... what's even better is that you can get there anytime - no pressure of a call if you're running late, etc. A very laid-back supportive atmosphere.

Thumbs up - thanks Andy!

DC Comedy Fest!

EVENT: DC Comedy Fest
DATE & TIME: August 7th - 9th
LOCATION: multiple locations
COST: depends on which show you catch
DETAILS: http://www.dccomedyfest.com

here's what the "citypaper says"

The dc comedyfest returns to our nation’s capital for year number four. The hilarious 3-day event invades eight area venues with over 30 shows August 7-9. There will be performances by JB Smoove (“Curb Your Enthusiasm”), Reggie Watts (Andy Kauffman award winner), Todd Barry (“Flight of The Conchords) and TJ Miller (Cloverfield), The DC Comedy Achievement Awards Show, the “Politics is Funny” panel, and special surprise guests! The best and brightest will perform in front of talent scouts from Best Week Ever, Comedy Central, E! and The Late Show with David Letterman at the “Fresh Voices Industry Showcase.”

THE GALA GRAND OPENING OF THE BETHESDA COMEDY CLUB

EVENT: THE GALA GRAND OPENING OF THE BETHESDA COMEDY CLUB
DATE & TIME: FRIDAY, JUNE 27 2008
7:00 PM
LOCATION: 4735 Bethesda Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
COST: Free!
DETAILS:
Passing on from a comedy friend -
Howdy all, a friend of mine is opening a new comedy club and he's inviting his friends to the grand opening for FREE! And he's asked his friends to invite their friends, and I'm asking you to invite your friends!

300 seats One show schedules 7pm, but if it overflows the suggestion will be to go to dinner and come back they'll do it again at 10!!

Let's support clean comedy, being able to introduce your kids to live comedy!

Hope to see you there!!

http://www.evite.com/

THE GALA GRAND OPENING OF THE BETHESDA COMEDY CLUB

A NEW, 300 SEAT, 100% CLEAN COMEDY VENUE
FRIDAY, JUNE 27 2008
7:00 PM
4735 Bethesda Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

(at Woodmont Avenue, across from Barnes and Noble)

www.bethesdacomedy.com

Mission Statement
To provide a positive environment in which comedy lovers of all ages can enjoy the scientifically proven health benefits of laughter, without worrying about being picked on and without profanity or vulgarity.