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Best Comedy & Stand-up This Fall

in Detroit

Jim Gaffigan at Fox Theatre

Jim Gaffigan

As a stand-up comedian, Gaffigan's clever, quiet, and family-friendly style has earned him a a rapid rise through the comedy ranks, and he now stands as one of the country's most popular comedians. His eponymous sitcom on TV Land broadened his appeal still further, to such an extent that he was picked by KFC to play Colonel Sanders in their TV ads! One of only 10 comedians to ever sell out Madison Square Garden, he's a New York Times bestseller and a Grammy nominee, as well as a father of five (phew). Catch him live on the Barely Alive tour this year!

Nov 22 - 23

Fox Theatre

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Gabriel Iglesias at Little Caesars Arena

Gabriel Iglesias

A now iconic stand-up known for his bold Hawaiian print shirts and larger-than-life personality, Iglesias' comedic style combines his talent for storytelling with voicing characters and brilliantly realistic sound effects. Throw into the mix his cross-cultural and clean-spoken style of comedy, and you have a rare gem who has far-reaching appeal for family audiences too. This is one guy who's guaranteed to have the whole family crying with laughter!

Corey Holcomb at Detroit Opera House

Corey Holcomb

Chicago's Corey Holcomb performed his first open mic back in 1992, and he hasn't looked back since. He concentrates most of his comic energy on the age-old battle of the sexes, doling out advice to guys to make sure they're not ensnared by the ladies, and ensure their relationships are kept on the right track.

Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show at Masonic Temple Theatre

Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show

The Queens of Christmas return for 2024 with another holiday spectacular for everyone naughty or nice! Making the yuletide gay since 2018, this glorious collaboration from two of RuPaul's DragRace's most glittering alumni is the perfect tonic for the hysteria of the holiday season, with boozy holiday cheer infused with good old razzle-dazzle song and dance numbers, copious amounts of eggnog and classic carols with a cheeky drag twist. If you're Nutcracker-phobic then this double act has your alternative holiday entertainment sorted, Jinkx will spice things up and Dela will cover them in sugar!

Mike Birbiglia at The Fillmore

Mike Birbiglia

Hilarious comic Mike Birbiglia is heading on a limited tour in early 2024! At 24, Mike was one of the youngest comedians ever to appear on The Late Show With David Letterman. From there, Mike took his act on the road: headlining colleges, then clubs, then concert halls nationwide, becoming the star we all know and love.

Ghost Files Live at Cathedral Theatre

Ghost Files Live

The ghoul boys are live in this all-new tour, bringing the spooky to you this year! Join Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej, the hosts of the YouTube series Ghost Files for a thrilling evening when they take the show on the road, presenting a brand new never before seen episode, alongside a Q and A session where they'll be sharing behind-the-scenes insights, their scariest spirit encounters and much, much more. So get your questions ready - Ouija board not required!

Iliza Shlesinger at The Fillmore

Iliza Shlesinger

Iliza Shlesinger is on fire and taking no prisoners! In what has been a whirlwind rise to popularity in the last few years, she's the only female to have won the title of NBC's Last Comic Standing, her debut comedy special Warpaint was one of the most downloaded comedy specials on iTunes and Netflix picked up her follow-up Freezing Hot, a hilarious stand-up special that showcases her high-energy observational routine and sparky digs at the gender divide.

Kurtis Conner at Fisher Theatre

Kurtis Conner

Canadian comedian, podcaster and internet sensation Kurtis Conner is live! Known for his informative and funny takes on everything from games, movies, and music to popular culture events, the be-mulleted Conner will be heading out to cities across the country with his biggest project yet 'The Goodfellow World Tour'!

Dane Cook at The Fillmore

Dane Cook

American film and television actor, comedian and bona fide eye candy indulgence Dane Cook is back on the road with the Fresh New Flavor Tour! The American Gods star is one of the country's most popular comedians, with a guy-next-door attitude that serves to expand his comedy with many audiences. Don't miss him as he continues to dominate stages and bring hilarious memories for all who attend.

Eddie Griffin at Sound Board At MotorCity Casino Hotel

Eddie Griffin

He's back! Eddie Griffin returns to the stage this fall from Las Vegas to New York with his unique perspective of the world around him, his life, politics, religion and whatever else strikes his fancy. He has been listed as one of the top one hundred comedians of all time - and honestly, it is time you took the time to see him live on stage! It is all right if you don't know him for his comedy because you have likely seen or heard of him in a different media.

Dan and Phil at Masonic Temple Theatre

Dan and Phil

Can we say YouTube Legends? Uk duo Dan and Phil amassed over 17.6 million subscribers since opening their channel in 2009, are leaving their computers behind and returning to stages across the country on 'The Terrible Influence' tour. Following on from 2 very successful previous tours, Dan and Phil return to rant, roast, battle each other, and give their fans a sneak peek into their lives with their funny anecdotes.

Steve Martin & Martin Short at Fox Theatre

Steve Martin & Martin Short

Martin meets Martin in this extraordinary meeting of two of modern comedy's greatest entertainers. Steve Martin and Martin Short present 'You Won't Believe What They Look Like Today', a Q&A style conversation between the two comedians and the audience with a musical twist. Expect an evening of banjo-tinged interludes and singing punctuated by the side-splitting humor and charisma of these comedy greats.

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