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!

I have been to the Comedy Factory many many times so this is an overview of my experiences. The…read moreComedy Factory is located inside the Best Western Hotel. There is also a club on the bottom floor in which there is shared parking. We typically see the same comedian every time we come. There has been some shifts over the years when the box office has been however now it's on the first floor to the back. I usually order my tickets online then pick them up at the box office. The ballroom/comedy area has been remodeled a few years ago in which I love the comedy legends being placed on the walls. The place is really first come first serve as far as seating outside of VIP seating in which I never brought. This place can get really crowded depending on what time you arrive. We have been packed in there like sardines many of times. The food option are ok for a typical Comedy show. There is a 2 drink minimum. The security staff needs major work on professionalism, crowd management and interacting with the public. I have also had huge issues with security in past years and have seen security not act professionally at all to other guest. In that case security needed security. SMH. Why do I return you may ask? My husband enjoys seeing the same comedian every time he comes so I oblige.

My friend who is all things Baltimore, asked me to be her +1 to see Godfrey since her mama couldn't…read moremake it. That was an easy yes since I love to laugh and after remembering him doing the Trump impressions on IG, I knew I'd be cracking up. Baltimore Comedy Factory, which I will be referring to as BCF for the remainder of this review, is tucked away on the 2nd level of the Best Western Hotel. Some folks think I'm "Bougie" but I'm far from it. I love stuff like this.. Lol! BCF has a separate entrance so you don't have to go through the hotel lobby to get there. Once you walk up a SUBSTANTIAL amount of stairs, yes, you'll add to your daily steps, trust me, you'll have to stand in this loooooong line if you didn't purchase VIP tickets. I know you're wondering, no, she didn't purchase VIP tickets.. Lol! :) Even with the long line, once you enter, BCF is pretty damn big and finding a nice table to watch the show wasn't a tall task at all. I was pleasantly surprised! Just like most venues similar to this one, unless you come with your friends, you'll be sharing your table with complete strangers. That's cool with me since I'm social but introverts may be a bit uncomfortable. BCF has to work on their food and drink ordering system. The day we came, it took about 45 minutes before our server made her presence known. Once she arrived, she did a good job and had a cool personality. All and all, I had a very good time and I'd definitely come back, because no, I'm not Bougie..LOL!

Fantastic comedy shows! Always great talent and wonderful times!…read moreBTC throws shows all over Maryland- if you get a chance, go!!!!! Both Eric and Stefan are wonderful to talk to and always are friendly, before, during, and after the show.

Big Timing Comedy (Eric Jolicoeur & Stefan Subotich) ruined my wedding anniversary by abruptly…read morecanceling their show in Cambridge, MD! My wife and I had planned to see the Dan St. Germain show at the Dorchester Center for the Arts on May 31, 2014. It was supposed to be the highlight of our visit to Cambridge, MD to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. Instead, I got an e-mail THE MORNING OF THE SHOW stating that the show had been canceled. No reason was given. No explanations. When we got to Cambridge and started asking questions, everybody got very quiet. Like they were hiding a family secret. So, I had to scramble to find alternative dinner and entertainment plans. The only thing that they did that was remotely honorable was refund my money in a timely fashion. But the damage was already done...

Went to a show solo, on a Thursday, and it was a vibe. They had a great comedian that added a late…read morenight show and it was well worth the money and drive. They offer a full menu and bar during the show. The servers were all great and attentive. Looking forward to catching another show here soon!

I used to love this place. But after getting my food/drinks one hour after placing the order, it…read moretruly ruins the experience. This is the second time within a year this has happened. One time, ok it's an accident, things happen. But 2, it's the climate of the venue. Sold out shows, you're packed in like sardines. The waitstaff can barely get through, and it's so dark as you're being seated, every guest was using their phones to help light the way. Like what are we doing? That's going to be a safety liability. Parking was nice and easy and besides the dark void, seating was quick. And the performers deserve better. It's a great venue but small missteps add up and ruin the experience.

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).

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.

I never posted this from last year but here it is as I am looking for another show…read morehere................ Had dinner in the bar/restaurant before show and it was great! The comedians I felt were top notch. I laughed from start to finish. I think my face still hurt the next morning from laughing so much. Looking forward to another show there.

Went to the comedy club at the Shippensburg Marriot tonight. Had a great time, LMAO. Great…read morecomedians, great time! Well worth the trip! Also, it's in a very nice, brand new hotel with a bar / restaurant.

It was an excellent date night. So funny family friendly and relaxing. Those guys know how to make…read moreyou laugh and have a good time. Looking forward the new place

This is entertaining from start to finish. A very unique show, and different than I expected in a…read moregood way. Id best describe this as magic, comedy, and disbelief. The performance is up close and personal, and nobody could figure out quite how they did what they did.... including the people volunteering to be part of it, or the skeptical person sitting next to me (my boyfriend, who was amazed during the show). Very witty, comedic, and captivating, this is definitely worth going to see! Great for a family night out or date night. Something different and fascinating!

First time seeing them at Ram's Head in Annapolis on 1/25/2015…read more They were an enthusiastic, energetic team of performers that unfortunately just were mostly unfunny with just a few humorous moments. Their shtick is the standard "Whose Line?" game play with the audience - picking topics and keywords / using crowd interaction to try for comedic effect. Maybe they were having an off night, or maybe I was expecting more based on other reviews here, but they didn't knock my socks off, nor did they really rock the other three people I was with. Tickets were $17.50 each. I'd be interested in seeing them again maybe in an online video to see if they have a better laugh factor than I caught during my live visit. Long story short, I was disappointed, and wouldn't recommend them based on my experience.

An amazing group of performers. I have been to almost every show they have ever performed and have…read morenever once been disappointed. My husband and I love the fact that going to a Free Range Show is an evening guaranteed to be hilarious and unique. The show is interactive and the performers professionals. They perform at multiple venues at multiple times so it is not difficult to find a show time that fits into a busy schedule. Believe me, it is worth fitting a show in. The tickets are affordable and easily accessible through their website. Once you go, you will want to go over and over just to see what they can come up with. Because the content is based completely on audience suggestions (and sometimes the audience members even go up on stage and become part of the action!) no show is the same as the last. I cannot recommend them highly enough. I need more stars.