About us
We curate events that build community and create experiences that foster new friendships and connections
We host a variety of events, primarily in the Royal Oak and Ferndale area, ranging from yoga and meditation workshops to a monthly talent show, African drumming, bike rides, and more. Our keystone event is our Local Variety Show, during which a talented lineup of performance artists and musicians share their talents with our community.
Join if you want to meet new people, make new friends, and reclaim your creative capacities!
Upcoming events
1
- $20.00

Third Space Comedy at Urbanrest
Urbanrest Brewing Company, 2615 Wolcott St, Ferndale, MI, USLocal Variety Co. presents Third Space Comedy — a monthly stand-up event in the Taproom at Urbanrest Brewing Company in Ferndale, MI.
Each show features local comedians in an intimate space filled with barrels, string lights, and good vibes. The “third space” is the place between work and home where you feel seen and celebrated for who you are. For us, it’s a celebration of comedy, creativity, community, and connection — and you’re invited.
Bill Bushart is our headliner this month. He has performed at Odd Ball Comedy Fest at DTE, headlined Michigan’s Brew HaHa, DC Comedy Fest and LaughFest in Grand Rapids. He’s worked with stand up greats Gilbert Gottfried, Mark Normand and Roy Wood, Jr., among many others.
He’s a proud member of the Michigan stand up community and a performer at comedy clubs, bars and special events throughout the Midwest.
Bill was named Funniest Comic in Detroit by readers of the Metro Times and HOUR Detroit Named him Best of Detroit Stand up.
He has been featured on WDIV Channel 4, WRIF, Detroit News and Detroit Free Press.
Not only is he a highly requested comic, he also produces stand-up shows throughout Michigan. He resides in the city of Detroit.TICKETING:
Please use Eventbrite to register in advance and save on tickets (advance tickets available on Eventbrite).
Same-day tickets are usually available for $20 at the door.Doors at 6:30 PM // Programming begins at 7:00 PM. See agenda below
Agenda
6:30 PM - 6:59 PM · Check- In · Arrivals · Doors Open
7:00 PM - 7:55 PM · Curtain Call · Opening Acts
7:55 PM - 8:30 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 😌💜
-GiuseppeAVERAGE 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)2 attendees
Past events
448


