Stand Up Comedy in New York

One of the most popular forms of entertainment in the city is stand-up comedy where locals and visitors alike stand in line for hours to hear their favorite comedians regale them with hilarious jokes, anecdotes, and observations about life. New York stand-up comedy clubs feature both big name comedians known around the world and many lesser known but no less hilarious comics still getting started on the local scene. In addition to the ticket price, many of these clubs have a drink minimum for all patrons who watch the show.