Stanford Glazer created Stanford's Comedy Club in 1975 and the club became famous in 1981 when Robin Williams agreed to work there for free. Many comedians have performed at Stanford's, including Rosanne, Ellen DeGeneres, Jerry Seinfeld, Pauly Shore, Damon Wayons and Lisa Lampanelli. Shows run Wednesday through Sunday and Open Mic Night is every Tuesday. The club can be rented out for private parties, corporate groups and special events.
Stanford's Comedy Club
The Legends at Village West
1867 Village West Parkway
Suite D201
Kansas City, KS 66111
913-400-7500
stanfordscomedyclub.com
ComedyCity is a family-friendly improvisational comedy show that combines suggestions from the audience into a one-of-a-kind performance every time. ComedyCity performs regularly at their club inside Westport Flea Market. You can also reserve the group for parties, conventions and church activities. ComedyCity offers workshops to hone your talents. For the mature adult, the group performs Chaos Theatre every Saturday at 10 p.m.
ComedyCity
817 Westport Road
Kansas City, MO 64111
816-842-2744
instantcomedy.com
The Roving Imp Theater is located in the Kansas City area, approximately 18 miles from the Kansas side of the city. The theater has 64 seats and appeals to both families and adults. Family shows are at 7 p.m every Friday and Saturday, and children 12 and under are free. Adult shows are on both nights beginning at 9 p.m. Improvisation is the key element to all of the shows and classes are held regularly for the budding actor or actress.
Roving Imp Theater
115 Oak St.
Bonner Springs, KS 66012
913-441-2309
rovingimp.com