Curt runs a tight ship and always delivers a laugh-filled evening for all concerned. I've attended…read moreboth as a 'newbie' performer as well as a paying customer/audience member, and I can highly recommend the experience all the way around. A great mix of local and semi-famous, nationally known talent.

What a great show last night, 9/14, loved the comedian Wilma. She was a delight, funny, strong…read morestage presents. The only draw back no food in the club. Popcorn, chips, or something for the munchies.

Food: No food but drinks were perfect strength- Vodka soda and Rum and coke…read more Service: Bar tender had on a great a banana shirt and was friendly. Ambiance: Underground vibe to it. Just as expected- folding chairs, intimate seating. Comfortably can seat about 100? Originally came for Interrogation but arrived early enough to catch The Best of show also. Interrogation was clever and funny. Best of show was mixed- some comics had a hard time pivoting to an audience demographic they were not expecting. Maybe rodeo brought a different crowd?

We went on the night for new material and it was all funny, I had a great time the drinks were…read moreaffordable. The crowd was nice, I definitely look forward to going back again.

The Magic Duel is just that...two Magicians competing to win the title of best of the night. You…read moredo actually vote on your phone at intermission. Mark Phillips and Ryan Phillips were both terrific. The one we voted for did indeed win, but they were both great! The Saturday we were there, there were two performances. We chose the 5pm one. It's a fast-paced show that kept us laughing, intrigued and highly entertained. A very fun, wonderful way to spend entertainment dollars in DC. Not a bad seat in the house! This is downstairs in the historic Mayflower Hotel, nice and close to the Farragut North Metro Stop. Definitely appropriate for all ages. Highly recommend!

This review is for the show at the Writers Center, Bethesda, MD, which doesn't seem to have a Yelp…read morepage of its own. I recognize that the Magic Duel takes huge pride in 5 star reviews on Yelp, which I deeply respect. But I did wish that we had seen the show in a different venue. I am no stage expert, but lights and sound do matter a lot in delivery of a magic show for a skeptic like me, going because the significant other loves magic shows. With better lighting, things would have been more "magical" (thinking bottles.) I was also surprised that a bubble artist, as good as she was in her profession, was considered a magician. After some quick research, you will end up at Magic Duel in this genre, so please go to Dupont or Georgetown.

A great event for trying lots of craft beers and hearing local comedians at the same time. I've…read moreattended this event 3 years in a row now since it's inception and have loved every minute of it. One of my favorite things is the craft beer pairings. There have been beer & bacon, beer & cheese, and beer & chocolate pairings. Which one was the best? BACON OF COURSE!

One of many perks of living in the D.C. area is the number of performance arts centers. The…read moreStrathmore is no exception. Making the trek from D.C. with a friend to hear Yotam Ottolenghi, a chef and food writer, speak was worth it. Here's why. 1) Space: The music center itself is massive with a hall that holds almost 2,000 people. The space also comes with a few bars and dining areas with a buffet and grab-n-go food. There are an art gallery and classrooms too. The restrooms are clean and spacious. 2) Location: It's very far from the city, but a free parking garage is nearby that connects to the music hall. Additionally, the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station is right there too.

I was pleasantly surprised by this concert hall. It was beautiful and designed well. The seats were…read morea bit on the smaller side but it was angled well where you shouldn't have problems seeing the stage. The location is great and connected via walkway to the Metro parking lot (Go to Floor 4 directly for the walkway). Getting out of the parking lot is a bit harder, but not impossible. The bathroom facilities could be updated, but they are also strategically placed all over for intermissions. The photo is from the Promenade Right. Would I come here again? Yes if the event is right. Also, always eat before coming to an event. The food served here is way too expensive.

Nestled right in the station north area, this is an awesome nonprofit theatre that is such a…read morewelcoming and supportive community! Recently finished Mike Harris' Intro to Improv 101 course (7 week course)- it was a blast. Had fun and learned a lot. As a student you get to go to all BIG's shows for free which is nice, good learning opportunity. They have various types of improv shows every Thurs-Sat nights, been to several and enjoyed them. Highly recommend taking a course or seeing a show. Am now in Michael Furr's standup comedy class which has been amazing so far. Aesthetics wise, it's no luxury theatre (they rely on donations and grants to stay operating, so this is understandable!) but it gets the job done and is homey. Convenient location near a few local bars. Parking Tip: If attending an evening show, get there early if you want to find easy street parking right out front (cheap, pay via kiosk or Parkmobile app). There's a parking garage across the street that's $5 if you tell them you're there for the theatre.

I recently took a class with Carlton and it was great! I'm thinking about signing up for a 101…read moreclass if I can find one that fits with my schedule. Carlton was a great instructor! He was super attentive to his students, encouraged everyone to set their own boundaries and promoted open communication through games and improv. I'm an introvert and this was my first time ever doing something like this. I'm happy I didn't back out at the last minute (like I normally would).

Great size venue and the food was actually pretty good!! The tater tots and quesadilla were done…read morewell. The drinks were a little expensive but it's dc. I'd come here again

Was here this past weekend and watched JVB and Joshua Raw. The venue was great and staff here very…read morefriendly. I got my husband a tea and his brother and espresso shot and spent less than $5. For DC idk how that was even possible. Crowd is dependent on the show but I was upstairs cuz im an old lady and can't stand anymore.

I've been here twice and its always great. Local comedians are often showcased with bigger ones…read morethat travel across the country. The two item minimum has never been a problem for me with the DC swiss burger and an angry orchard coming out to about $35 after tip. I just factor that into the cost since the tickets for the show are usually pretty cheap. It can be a little tight in the room but overall great with not a bad seat in the house either time. just dont be late or the last ones in.

Recently took my husband here to see Aries Spears (great show!), it was both our first time here…read more Audience was a diverse DC crowd. Booked tickets well in advance via Vivid Seats and bought the event protection. The interior was smaller than I expected, definitely a homey feel. We arrived an hour early to pick up our tickets at Will Call, painless quick process. Host led us to our seats and was friendly. We sat close to the front. Average waiting time to get our food for a busy comedy club, the old bay fries and burrito were pretty good! Needed improvement: Our server wasn't smiling at all, did the bare minimum. My husband ordered two items that were featured in one of their combo specials and didn't notice, a great server would've pointed out that it's more cost effective to order the combo, but she didnt. left a low tip as feedback, figured that would get the message across. She then came back to ask if everything was okay with the service when we were trying to pay attention to the show- didn't feel like explaining then, so explaining here. Other servers however appeared friendlier. Pro tip: if you want to get picked on by the comedian, sit towards the front in the center, that's where it's lit and he/she and the camera can actually see you. Or the tables flanking the stage. Parking tip: the garage right next to the theatre is $17, suggest parking there rather than the pricier $25 one around the corner across the street! We realized this after. Would def come back to see another show.

No joke -- I really like DC Comedy Loft! After a few visits to see both big-name comics and local…read moretalent, I can confidently say it's one of my fav spots for a chill night out in DC. Having been to a number of DMV comedy venues (DC Improv, Baltimore Comedy Factory) where the whole 'two item' minimum requirement forces you to pick between a mid, under/over cooked food item and watered down $17 drink, I've been admittely blown away by how good the food/beverage offerings here are. The only caveat is the price, but hey, a comics gotta eat too! It's tucked away in a bit of an obscure corner (my Uber drivers always get confused) but the performance spaces are decently large. Just make sure you get there early to nab a good seat. At a bigger name shows, a 5-minute delay could have you craning to see the onstage talent. Bathrooms here are tiny tiny tinyyyy, and if you're above the BMI for your height, you truly might have a hard time getting in through the doors. When evaluated against the competition, I think Comedy Loft comes out pretty solid.

This place reminds me of the Punch Line San Francisco. Service is excellent and fast even when the…read morehouse is packet. Food looked good, and although I didn't try anything I mingled with fellow early arrivals and they all said the garlic wings were outstanding and one of the servers said the fried mozzarella sticks were their most popular item. The location is the previous and legendary Brickskeller, so those of us that have flowed in and out of DC over the last 25 years may find this place familiars. Anyway, your group can reserve sections or you can come alone. There's a place for everyone and all are welcomed. FYI, there's a two "item" minimum required purchase, which can be food or beverage items. Key to know that you must order these in the comedy room that you'll be seeing the show, or it doesn't count towards the two item minimum. Anyway, cool place, comfortable seating, great service, and awesome comedy!

The place is very clean and smells nice! They offer water in lobby. The game was set up great and…read moreimmersive. Good lighting. Several rooms. It is a bit expensive but an enjoyable experience!

Had so much fun at Escapology. We did the Mayday escape room that places you inside Air Force one…read more You have to save the aircraft as it plummets toward earth. The puzzles were challenging but manageable. You get unlimited clues from the games master. We used about 3/4 to keep us on target. We escaped with two minutes to spare! What a fun experience.