Local Variety Comedy Showcase -- Ferndale's Newest Comedy Show!

A fresh stand-up comedy showcase. Local talent, big laughs, intimate vibe.

Local Variety Co. presents the Local Variety Comedy Showcase — a brand new monthly stand-up comedy event hosted in The Taproom at Urbanrest Brewing Company in Ferndale, MI.

(The meetup RSVP count is not indicative of actual attendance. This event is often at or near capacity.)
First time attending? Great! The Local Variety Show is open to new attendees from Meetup.

Each show features a sharp lineup of regional comedians in an intimate space, complete with barrels, string lights, and good energy. We’re here to celebrate local talent and build community through comedy.

Blain Hill is a comedian, writer, and podcaster from Detroit. A mainstay of the Detroit comedy scene for more than a decade, Blain has entertained audiences all across the country with his sharp, original writing and deadpan delivery. Blain is a regular performer at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase, and The Detroit House Of Comedy and has shared the stage with greats like Barry Crimmins, Jimmy Pardo, and Sam Morril.

TICKETING:

$10 in advance (advance tickets available on Eventbrite)
$20 day of show

Doors at 6:15 PM // Programming begins at 6:30 PM. See agenda below

Agenda
6:15 PM - 6:29 PM · Check- In · Arrivals · Doors Open
6:30 PM - 7:25 PM · Curtain Call · Opening Acts
7:25 PM - 8:00 PM · Featured Headliner

—what people are saying—
"It’s truly wonderful to see how successful all of your events have been! We love that you’re creating opportunities for so many local artists."
-Mary T.

“Such an amazing night of creativity and community! I just loved the talent, people & atmosphere 👏🏻
-Amanda C.

“What an amazing vibe/atmosphere and such beautiful/amazing people! Cant wait for next time!”
SLSL 😌💜
-Giuseppe

AVERAGE EVENT RATING for Local Variety Co.
★★★★★ 4.7 stars based on 82 ratings across all events (provided by Meetup)

What people liked
Welcoming host (19)
Was as described (16)
Engaging (15)
I felt safe (12)
Inclusive attendees (11)
Punctual start (11)