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Denver Comic Pat Treuer’s New Book Explores Failing Big and Starting Over

By Toni Tresca

Jun 19, 2025

"The decision to write this book wasn't driven by a wild success story, but rather by failure."

A comedian performs on stage at Comedy Works.

25 Years of Laughs: Inside Comedy Works’ Iconic New Faces Contest

By Toni Tresca

Jun 11, 2025

Colorado’s summer showdown features 168 comics battling for laughs, glory and a $1,500 prize.

Big-Name Comedians Ali Wong and Jonathan Van Ness Coming to Denver

By Kristen Fiore

May 8, 2025

Big names in comedy are headed for the mic in Denver.

Inside Drag at Meow Wolf Turns Emotions Into Unforgettable Art

By Toni Tresca

Apr 30, 2025

The House of L’Whor explores adult emotions in a dazzling, immersive drag parody of Inside Out at Meow Wolf on May 1.

The Greatest Comedy Show in the World is a Chaotic, Local Variety Show

By Toni Tresca

Apr 24, 2025

Every fourth Saturday of the month, sketches, standup and surprise acts light up Rise Comedy with original Colorado comedy.

2025 Film on the Rocks: Millennials, This One's for You

By Kristen Fiore

Apr 21, 2025

Shrek 2, Legally Blonde and Pirates of the Caribbean are on deck this year.

A person poses with green smoke around them.

Stoned Twelfth Night Brings Queer Joy and Cannabis to Shakespeare

By Toni Tresca

Apr 3, 2025

Bowls with the Bard’s latest high concept? A stoned, gay take on Shakespeare's funniest love story at the Coffee Joint.

Thick Skin at Comedy Works Delivers Raunchy "R" Rated Fun Every Monday

By Toni Tresca

Mar 27, 2025

This weekly show pits seasoned pros and daring newcomers in a rapid-fire comedy competition.

The Yuk Stops Here: Professor Phelyx's Live Comedy Tuesdays Get an April Encore

By Toni Tresca

Mar 26, 2025

"My hometown, Denver, deserves a true culture again, and however small, I hope to play a role in its restoration.”

Fear, Tears and Unexpected Laughter Collide in This Live Show

By Toni Tresca

Mar 21, 2025

Life: A Delightful Show About Fear and Grief uses comedy, poetry and storytelling to tackle life's hardest moments.

A man dressed in red shorts and a blue shirt stands in a rustic old building.

Local Comedian Produces Netflix's First All-Native Lineup in Documentary, Now Starring in Finding the Funny

By Toni Tresca

Mar 19, 2025

Joshua Emerson is highlighting Native storytelling in Bad Indian and Finding the Funny.

After 21 Years in Comedy, Adam Cayton-Holland's Standup Is Still Standing

By Jason Heller

Mar 18, 2025

The Denver comic's new special is a love letter to the local scene that inspired him — and that he inspired in return.

People on stage performing in front of a projection screen that reads, "Why do I always wake up just before the sex part of a dream is about to happen?"

Good Session at Comedy Works Blends Therapy and Humor

By Toni Tresca

Mar 17, 2025

A hilarious, interactive comedy show where audience members share their deepest secrets anonymously for comedians to riff on.

Louis C.K. Announces Colorado Tour Dates

By Westword Staff

Feb 27, 2025

The six-time Emmy Award winner is back from the #MeToo backlash.

School's in Session: Stripped Down Non-Union Mean Girls Earns a C+

By Toni Tresca

Feb 27, 2025

A touring production based on the 2004 film lands in Denver with hit-or-miss performances, tech issues and uneven execution.

Kevin Fitzgerald’s Memoir Chronicles a Life of Comedy, Conservation and Rock and Roll

By Toni Tresca

Feb 20, 2025

It Started With a Turtle: tells the life story of the Denver-born veterinarian, comedian and television star.

SNL Cast Members Past and Present Coming to Comedy Works

By Kristen Fiore

Feb 19, 2025

Michael Longfellow, Jay Pharoah, Melissa Villaseñor and Luke Null have shows coming up.

The Nasty Show at Comedy Works Is Denver’s Edgiest Night Out

By Toni Tresca

Feb 16, 2025

"Standup comedy is supposed to be for adults and it should be the comics saying what they want, uncensored."

From Aurora to Saturday Night Live: Bowen Yang's Best Bits on Weekend Update

By Teague Bohlen

Feb 14, 2025

The comedian got his first taste of comedy at Smoky Hill High School.

Dayna McTavish stands on stage during a prior performance of Dating is a Dumpster Fire.

Dating Is a Dumpster Fire: Comedy Show Highlights Horrors of Dating for Valentine's Day

By Hannah Metzger

Feb 4, 2025

Denver's struggling singles find solace in their suffering with Dayna McTavish.

Comedy

Weird Al Brought Parody, Polka and Joy to Red Rocks

Boulder Comedy Festival Returns This Week

Comedy

Weird Al Brought Parody, Polka and Joy to Red Rocks

Boulder Comedy Festival Returns This Week

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