Comedy Shows Near Me

Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!

Ladies Night Out at Brass Eye Rooftop!

Ladies, it’s time to trade the to-do lists for good food, conversation, cocktails, and rooftop vibes! Join us for a fun evening at Brass Eye Rooftop, where we’ll enjoy great drinks, delicious bites, beautiful views, and even better company. Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, this is the perfect chance to relax, laugh, and make new friends. Put on your favorite outfit, bring your best stories, and let’s toast to friendship, fun, and a fabulous night out! Hope to see you there!

How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

CAPA Summer Movie: UNFORGIVEN at the at the Ohio Theatre!

Join guest host Barb and the group as we get together for a CAPA Summer Movie event to see Clint Eastwood’s Best Picture-winning western, UNFORGIVEN! The film is a complex and brilliant revisionist western that stars Clint Eastwood (who also directs), Gene Hackman, Morgan Feeman and Richard Harris. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows an Old West gunslinger who reluctantly takes on one last job to avenge an injustice with the help of his old partner and a young would-be gunman calling himself "The Schofield Kid." It stars Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris and Clint Eastwood, who also directs! BUZZ & ACCLAIM: A hit with critics and audiences alike, UNFORGIVEN is hailed as a modern-day masterpiece! Unlike previous westerns, the film avoids simply back-and-white morality by brilliantly deconstructing the romanticized myth of the American west by exploring the brutal, haunting consequences of violence and aging. It won 4 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director for Clint Eastwood, Best Editing and Best Supporting Actor for Gene Hackman. The film has an incredible 95% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which says, “As both director and star, Clint Eastwood strips away decades of Hollywood varnish applied to the Wild West, and emerges with a series of harshly eloquent statements about the nature of violence.” Others call it Clint Eastwood’s “finest achievement” and declare, “a better modern western has yet to be made!” In 2004, it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU6U3qxidhM THE OHIO THEATRE: The Ohio Theatre is located at 39 E. State Street, between 3rd and High Streets, across the street from the Ohio Statehouse. From classical music to modern dance, yearly family traditions to hot concerts, the world’s best artists come to the 2,791-seat, historic Ohio Theatre. The breathtaking details (including the 21-foot-high chandelier!) of its opulent, Spanish-Baroque architecture make any night at the Ohio Theater an event to remember! PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT: Now celebrating his 33rd year as featured organist for the CAPA Summer Movie Series, Clark Wilson will again provide pre-show entertainment at the keyboards and controls of the Ohio Theatre’s treasured “Mighty Morton” theatre organ 30 minutes prior to each screening. PARKING: Parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street. You can find out more about parking in Downtown Columbus by visiting the Downtown Columbus website. PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and we’ll meet outside the theater between 6:50 and 7:00pm. We’ll head in early to get good seats and enjoy the pre-show organ music! TICKETS: Tickets just $6 adult / $5 senior and advance purchase is advised! Parking is available under the Capital building, in the nearby garage, or on the nearby streets. You can purchase your ticket at the box office on the day of the event or online here: https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/ Look forward to seeing you there, Barb

HOW TO BE A BETTER COMMUNICATOR - A FREE SEMINAR

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Play @ Schiller Park: And Then There Were None (Free-donations to ATC accepted)

Drunken Philosophy: Does (a) God Exist?

Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. The consensus at the July 25th DP was that the next prompt be the question above. I said I would write it, although I can't attend since that is the day of our Humanist Community of Central Ohio's member picnic. First maybe we should define what is meant by "god". Is it the god of the old testament or the new testament? Is it Spinoza's god? Is it a deist? Is god male, female or neither? Is the Tao a god? With thousands of religions in the world, which one has the absolute correct version of THE supreme being? Well, you get the idea. Anyway--right up front--I say categorically that NO god(s) exist or ever have existed. The reasons: we know how the universe and the Earth began and developed: physics, chemistry, geology, and biology--not by means of any supernatural intervention. Second, for "Christianity" the Bible is claimed as the evidence and/or proof of God but the Bible is a mish mash assembled by multiple writers over time and assimilates many traditions of much earlier Mesopotamian religions and contains so many contradictions how can it be "un-erring"? Finally, and for me, the clinching question: where is just one piece of evidence of any god's existence? Just ONE piece! I am sure some of you will not buy these arguments but that is why we get together to respectfully and intelligently discuss philosophical questions. I'll miss the lively discussion. Enjoy the evening and the discussion! As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.

OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT!(GRANDVIEW YARD)

🔥**OVER 50 SUMMER COOKOUT**🔥 ☀️🍔 Join us for a giant cookout to celebrate summer! Bring your friends—we have plenty of room! 📅 Event Details When: Sunday, August 16th at 3:00 PM Where: Market District (Grandview Yard) – 840 W Third Avenue, Columbus 43212 Private Party Room & Both Patios Open Cost: $15.00 per person (optional) 🍔 On the Menu Hamburger Sliders (with Smokehouse Onion Cheddar & Burger Sauce) Grilled Veggie Skewers Potato Salad Strawberry Shortcake Complementary Chips 4 Summer Beer/Wine Samples 🎉 Drinks & Entertainment Flights & Bites: Purchase your event punch cards at the cash wrap near the bar, then head upstairs to redeem them at the food and drink stations! Photo Booth & Friendship Cards Easy Summer Music For Purchase: Cocktails at the bar & extra fresh sides in the deli. Note: Water is available for those who don't drink alcohol. No outside food or drink, please.

Watercolors 101 Class! 🎨🫟🖌️

Fun 50’s Ladies 7th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉 🥳😍👏

Shakespeare in the Park

📚 Quietly Thriving – Our Take on Silent Book Club 🌿