Just like all "regularly scheduled" events, these shows can fall victim to things like holidays, larger venue bookings, or the performers going on tour. Use the links to confirm a show is actually on this week.
Friday Stand-Up
Yuk Yuk's Comedy
Yuk Yuk's, 224 Richmond Street West, 8pm & 10:30pm
A host and several opening acts support a headliner who changes weekly. ($19.45 plus HST, reservations preferred)
Absolute Comedy
Absolute Comedy Club, 2335 Yonge Street, 9pm
A host presents several stand-up professionals and a headliner. ($12, Reservations required)
Friday Sketch
The Second City Mainstage Revue
The Second City Mainstage, 51 Mercer Street, 8pm
Thematic yet erratic, Second City's show changes every few months but they are generally a collection of sketches tied together around a current event related theme. Expect recurring characters and running gags, but don't expect an actual plot. That would spoil the fun. ($29)
Friday Improv
Comedy on the Danforth
Timothy's Worldnews Cafe, 320 Danforth Avenue, 9pm (Sept-June)
Two experienced improv teams take alternate weeks as they provide family-friendly comedy in a coffee shop. (Pay What You Can)
Catch23 Improv
Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor Street West, 8pm
Improv teams are pitted against each other, with each week's winner returning the next week to defend the title. ($8)
More Friday Night Comedy
Friday Night at Comedy Bar
Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor Street West
Along with the regular 8pm Catch23 show, Comedy Bar often has something else on the go for Friday, either at 7pm or 10:30pm or both. Check the website to see what's on this week.
