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Comedy Clubs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a city located in the northeastern region of the United States. Historically the most profitable industry in the area was steel, but today jobs in health care, finance, technology and education lead the way for Pittsburgh's economy. One of the most interesting and entertaining aspects of Pittsburgh is its comedy clubs. If you love a night on the town full of laughter, Pittsburgh area comedy clubs will deliver just that.

  1. The Funny Bone

    • The Funny Bone comedy club is located in downtown Pittsburgh. Opening its doors in 1982, the Bone has been going strong ever since. The club opens at 7:30 on Wednesday nights with a session called "Best of the Burgh," a mix of local and touring professional comedians. Thursday through Saturday the club hosts a number of local comedians who perform at the Bone on a regular basis.

      The Funny Bone
      242 W. Station Square Dr.
      Pittsburgh, PA 15219
      (412) 281-3130
      funnybonepgh.com

    The Improv

    • Pittsburgh is home to the Improv comedy club. Founded in New York City in 1963, the Improv has grown into a franchise. With locations all across the U.S., great acts such as Lewis Black, Dave Attell and Dance Cook frequent the Improv comedy club. Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Bill Cosby and Jim Carrey often pay tribute to the Improv as a place where they began their comedic careers. The Improv hosts many open mic nights for audience members who dare to get on stage and share their jokes. Guests can also enjoy dinner from the club's restaurant, better known as "Hell's Kitchen."

      The Improv
      The Stacks at the Waterfront Homestead
      166 E. Bridge St.
      Pittsburgh, PA 15120
      (412) 462-5233
      improv.com

    The Rex Theater

    • The Rex Theater is located on the south side of Pittsburgh. This distinctive area showcases a number of mom-and-pop shops that have been a part of Pittsburgh's business scene for decades. The south side also hosts a number of trendy hot spots and eateries for young adults. The Rex Theater opened on Carson Street in 1905. Primarily a spot for musicians, the Rex invites a variety of indie-inspired bands to its stage. On Thursday nights, however, this theater transforms into a haven of comedic relief. The Rex hosts an open mic comedy evening once a week. Local comedians take the stage for traditional stand-up acts. Each jokester is required to have at least 3 minutes of material, but should not exceed 6 minutes. The Rex aspires to give comedians the opportunity to perfect their craft by offering them a venue to share their hilarity.

      The Rex Theater
      1602 E Carson St.
      Pittsburgh, PA 15203
      (412) 381-6811
      rextheater.com

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