West Hollywood
Laugh Factory
World-famous comedy club showcases some of the country's hottest stand-up comedy!
With so much comedic talent in Los Angeles, you’re guaranteed a night full of laughs when you go to one of LA’s comedy clubs. The Hollywood Improv Comedy Club is known as the stage where Richard Pryor, Jay Leno, Bette Midler and Lily Tomlin first gained fame. Located on the legendary Sunset Strip, the Laugh Factory has featured stars like Steve Martin, George Carlin, Jerry Seinfeld and Ellen DeGeneres. Jon Lovitz opened his eponymous Comedy Club at Universal CityWalk Hollywood, featuring stand-up comedy and podcasts recorded live by Adam Carolla and Kevin Smith. First & Hope is the new home of Un-Cabaret, the 90s alternative comedy show that’s returned with Margaret Cho, Dana Gould, Taylor Negron and up-and-coming comedians.
Laugh Out Loud in Los Angeles
West Hollywood
Comedy Clubs in Los Angeles
LA comedy clubs are among the best and most legendary in the country. With national headliners such as Ben Bailey, Loni Love and Ralphie May making regular appearances, fans are always in for a night of sidesplitting laughter.
Top Comedy Shows Filmed in Los Angeles
For decades, many of TV’s most successful comedy series have been filmed at famed Los Angeles landmarks like Universal Studios Hollywood, the Studios at Paramount and Warner Bros. Read on for our guide to classic comedies associated with other cities that were filmed right here in the City of Angels.
Legendary Comedy Performances in LA
As the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles has a long history of hosting legendary performances from some of the all-time comedy greats.
Hollywood
Universal Citywalk Hollywood
LA’s favorite place to play! CityWalk has more than 25 places to eat, 30 specialty shops, six nightclubs, an outdoor concert venue where you can enjoy free live entertainment, a 19-screen movie theater with IMAX, and street entertainment. Add a little excitement by visiting or planning your next meeting at Universal's City Walk Hollywood.
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Aziz Ansari
LA Comedian
My LA to Z: Aziz Ansari
People often think of their heavy dishes, but Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook make some really excellent lighter ones, like the hamachi tostada.
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Tom Arnold
LA Comedian
My LA to Z: Tom Arnold
They won the last 20 games I went to. I wore the same black T-shirt and jeans, same boots, same jacket, same underwear, same watch—everything—all the way through the finals. They thanked me big time.
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Yvette Nicole Brown
LA Actress
My LA to Z: Yvette Nicole Brown
It has a gift shop, which is awesome. I always like to go early, get my ticket, and then bum around.
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John Landis
LA Director
My LA to Z: John Landis
It’s pretty spectacular. The collection is just so amazing.
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Melanie Lynskey
LA Actress
My LA to Z: Melanie Lynskey
I went there once with a vegan, two vegetarians and two meat eaters, and they made us all great meals -- the food is really special and the chef was a genius.
