A good-natured stand-up open mic where Beth Stelling punches your jokes up (when possible)!
Hi! I’m comedian Beth Stelling. I headlined Omaha Comedy Festival a few years ago and they asked me to lead a stand-up workshop, which I don’t really [know how to] do. When considering what I could offer fellow comedians (novice or otherwise), I figured it was to listen and offer feedback in the form of a tag or punchline. So we did that on a Sunday morning with a really great group of varying levels of comedians and it was so fun!
Right now, I think things are feeling dark and roasting one another isn’t helping therefore I offer you The Punch-up Mic!
It’s a stand-up open mic where you can bring:
– a bit that works and you love but want to make better
– a late night set you’re perfecting
– an idea you want to workout
– you want to try stand-up for the first time!
To get on the list, check in at the UCB Franklin box office no earlier than 30 minutes ahead of showtime to submit your name.
PLEASE NOTE: Comics who’d like to put their name in the mic and get an opportunity to perform will be admitted for free and DO NOT need to purchase a ticket. While we will get to as many names as possible, putting your name on the list does not guarantee an opportunity to perform.
All ages that are over 18 and experience levels welcome! Let’s get loose.
I, Beth Stelling, have credits if you feel like you need that. I started stand-up in Chicago eighteen years ago and have been in mostly L.A. (Improv and Comedy Store Paid Regular) but a little bit of NYC (passed at The Cellar) as well. I’ve got specials on HBO Max, Netflix, Showtime and Comedy Central but I feel like a good amount of my stuff is ending up on YouTube. I’ve performed late night sets on Conan, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Pete Holmes Show and Last Call with Carson Daly (I’m 40). I’ve done punch-up on countless comedy movies like Good Boys and some where I signed my right to a credit away for cold hard cash. I’ve written on television shows like Crashing, I Love You America with Sarah Silverman, The Last O.G., Rick and Morty, Another Period and Strange Planet.
—
All sales are final. The show starts at the time listed. If you are not at the theater more than 5 minutes before the start of the show, we may release your tickets to the waitlist.
Under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Please use discretion, as all our shows can potentially use adult/sexual material, language, and images.
Lineup is subject to change.
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
About UCB FRANKLIN
The Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) is a comedy institution and training center founded by Amy Poehler, Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh in 1996. With theaters in New York City and Los Angeles, UCB has become a hub for some of the best live comedy in the world. Alongside improv, UCB showcases a diverse range of sketch comedy, stand-up, and experimental performances, making it a breeding ground for emerging talents and a stage for established comedians.
