Modelface Comedy presents First Jokes
Jan
25
7:00 PM19:00

Modelface Comedy presents First Jokes

New Year - New Jokes

First Jokes is a show featuring 25 of Asheville's best comedians sharing the first jokes they have written in 2026!
All new jokes for a new years

Hosted by Ryan Brown

Featuring Aaron Naylor, Amanda Neal, Austin Elfers, Ben Gibson, Ben Jennings, CJ Green, Clay Jones, Cloud Hudson, Danny Felix, Derek Boskovich, Isaac Truman, Jason Reel, Jordan Ballard, Julia Macias, Larry Griffin, Linday Barsi, Min McWilliams, Ryan Cox, Ryan Gordon, Sarah Love, Zandra Johnson and more!

ages 18+
doors at 6:30, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating*

20% of ticket sales will be going to BeLoved Asheville
*premium seating is the front three rows

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Modelface Comedy presents Corey Ryan Forrester
Jan
31
7:00 PM19:00

Modelface Comedy presents Corey Ryan Forrester

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Corey Ryan Forrester!!

Corey's love for comedy started when he was a toddler watching Carson (and then Leno) from a blanket on the floor next to his daddy, Dale. By the second grade, Corey had already informed his teachers that he would be a comedian and didn't ever consider another profession. At 16, he worked up the nerve to do his first open mic (lying about his age to be admitted into the club).

Corey spent the next decade hawking jokes in dingy bars and comedy clubs at night, then waking up to do random jobs to supplement his income. He was a house painter, retail associate, motorcycle salesman, urine sample collector, flower delivery boy, hotel maid, college textbook reseller, and hay bailer... at one point, he ran a family bakery with his mother and sister where he was considered the "Head Quiche Chef."

In 2015 Corey traded in his chef's hat for a full-time trucker hat. Under Corey's trucker hat is a giant head, and under that are surprisingly thought-provoking rants on society, culture, and politics. His stand-up blends humor and common sense into a high-energy act full of silly physical comedy, recounting wild stories and emotionally-driven tangents.

Corey dreams of being in the small club of EGOT winners. His creative output is nearly insatiable and propelled by his passion for writing, performance, and silliness. Choosing to live in his hometown of Chickamauga, when Corey isn't on the road touring internationally as part of the wellRED Comedy Tour, he takes hours-long walks through the woods, talks on the phone with his momma, and makes live videos to destigmatize mental health.

You can find daily videos and writing across Corey's platforms. He makes viral character videos and political satire sketches, writes daily for his Substack subscribers, works on his upcoming second book, and produces more podcasts than you can count. Corey's undeniable charm has garnered fans like Whoopi Goldberg, Chelsea Clinton, Leslie Jones, and Dave Bautista. His greatest honor has been connecting with people of all kinds, meeting fans on the road, and making his family proud, even if they cringe a little.

Doors: 6:30 PM
Show: 7:00 PM

PREMIUM SEATING: $30.00
DAY OF: $25.00
ADVANCED: $20.00

- AGES 18+
- FULLY SEATED SHOW
- LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE*

*premium seating is the front three rows

Refund Policy: no refunds within 48 hours of the start of show or after

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RAD Comedy featuring Kenny Stempien and Friends
Feb
1
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Kenny Stempien and Friends

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Kenny Stempien from Atlanta!

Kenny Stempien is an Atlanta based comedian by way of Asheville, NC. He is a weekend regular at The Laughing Skull in Atlanta, a Helium Comedy Club’s Funniest semi-finalist, and has performed at the West End Comedy Festival.

featuring: Sarah Love, Derek Boskovich and more!

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

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Eyes Up Here Comedy: Galentine's Day Edition
Feb
7
7:00 PM19:00

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Galentine's Day Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The perfect show for everyone celebrating Galentine’s Day!

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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Hot & Horny Comedy: Valentine's Day Edition
Feb
14
9:00 PM21:00

Hot & Horny Comedy: Valentine's Day Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase

Celebrate the hottest/ funniest day of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor?

Jokes and stories about dating, love, lust and everything else.
Singles, couples, throuples and all are welcome this Valentine's night!

ages 21+
Doors at 8:30pm, Show at 9pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

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RAD Comedy featuring Sasha Srbulj
Feb
15
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Sasha Srbulj

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Sasha Srbulj from NYC in Asheville!

Sasha Srbulj is a New York City based stand up comedian and creator of the comedy specials 'Root for the Wind' and 'Artificial Ignorance' (Amazon Prime).
You can find his comedy albums on Sirius XM, Apple Music, Spotify etc...
Sasha regularly performs in clubs all across the US and Internationally.

featuring Ryan Brown

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

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YIKES! Dating Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love
Feb
16
8:00 PM20:00

YIKES! Dating Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!!

YIKES! is a show of dating disaster stories and stand up comedy hosted by local favorite Sarah Love. Join Sarah and a group of amazing comedians as they share their dating trauma. Nothing more hilarious than other peoples bad dates and failures.

This month we are breaking down our worst Valentine's Dates

Arrive early for dinner and enjoy globally inspired food from Bonito Kitchen at The Hound!

ages 18+

doors at 7pm, show at 8pm

Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

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Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville
Feb
20
7:00 PM19:00

Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge
Feb
21
7:00 PM19:00

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites!

This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Hibiscus-Lavender Edition at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy

ages 18+
doors at 6:30, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating

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RAD Comedy featuring Jay Hunter
Feb
22
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Jay Hunter

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Jay Hunter!

"Raised in Cleveland Ohio, Jay Hunter joined the military to see the world. US Navy Nuclear electronics technician, a Homer J Simpson on an aircraft carrier. What returned? A refreshingly goofy take on a life that is ready, willing and able to be laughed at. From dry wit to fly on the wall observations, Jay Hunter is a walking, talking inside job. "

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

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Take My Wife: 80's/90's style comedy with Derek Boskovich
Mar
1
7:00 PM19:00

Take My Wife: 80's/90's style comedy with Derek Boskovich

Every Sunday Funday Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC and this weekend we have a special time travel comedy show!

Take My Wife is a night of 80's and 90's comedy club style comedy. A night of ponderings on airline food and the wild differences between men and women.
A group of Asheville's best comics will be doing their best impressions of old school comics despite being born in the late 90's themselves.

Headliner Derek Boskovich, They can't get no respect

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15

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Eyes Up Here Comedy, 11th Anniversary Show
Mar
7
7:00 PM19:00

Eyes Up Here Comedy, 11th Anniversary Show

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge, and we are celebrating 11 years of EUH!

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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RAD Comedy featuring Jill Weiner
Mar
8
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Jill Weiner

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Jill Weiner from NYC!

Born in Atlanta, GA, matured in San Francisco, and now residing in New York City, Jill Weiner is a comedian and writer. Jill’s recently recorded her Dry Bar Comedy Special “Soup Freak”, and her jokes have appeared on Americas Got Talent. She was a finalist in Houston's Riot Comedy Festival and has participated in the New York Comedy Festival, placed second in the Trial by Laughter Comedy Festival, and performed at the Boston Comedy Festival. She co-produces and co-hosts a weekly, standing-room-only comedy show in New York called Laf Dance Saloon, and is the first female champion of the New York City based roast battle, Comedy Fight Club.

She performs nationally, often featuring for comedian Caitlin Peluffo, and can be seen regularly at New York Comedy Club and other NYC comedy clubs

When not on stage you can catch Jill slurping soup at one of New York’s hottest diners.

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

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Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville
Mar
21
8:00 PM20:00

Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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RAD Comedy featuring Neil Rubenstein
Mar
29
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Neil Rubenstein

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Neil Rubenstein from NYC!

Neil Rubenstein is a burly, tattooed guy who plays against type; kind, cerebral, but still casually mentions past illegal activities (running a poker room, owning a brothel, etc.) the way one might reference a Renaissance Lit course you took in college.

Neil has toured with internet sensation Chelcie Lynn (aka Trailer Trash Tammy), lesbian icon Ashley Gavin, and platinum-selling rock band Motion City Soundtrack. He has performed on festivals across the country and frequently opens for friends like Liz Miele, Taking Back Sunday, and Bayside. He is in regular rotation on SiriusXM, and has appeared on major podcasts such as Jim & Sam, Kill Tony, and We’re Having Gay Sex podcast. Catch his unique brand of comedy on stages nationwide.

Hosted by Clay Jones

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18

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Sky's The Limit Comedy at Antidote
Apr
2
7:00 PM19:00

Sky's The Limit Comedy at Antidote

Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have our first rooftop bar show at Antidote!

Chemist Spirts welcomes a group of Asheville top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail.

doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

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Antidote Comedy featuring Aaron Naylor
Apr
12
7:00 PM19:00

Antidote Comedy featuring Aaron Naylor

Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorite Aaron Naylor on the rooftop at Antidote!

Aaron Naylor is a stand-up comedian known for his one-liners about whales and his mom. In 2013, he performed at his first open mic at Laff's Comedy Caffe after moving to Tucson, because he felt like it.

Shortly after, he moved back home to Kansas City and won the 2014 Local Comic Standing competition. He quickly became a Midwest favorite, placing 2nd in the 2016 Cleveland Comedy Festival, winning the 2017 Funniest Person in Wichita, and was featured on season 8 of Comcast’s Trial by Laughter.

Aaron has performed at some of the best comedy festivals in the country, including San Francisco Sketchfest, Limestone, Asheville, and 10,000 Laughs. He has also shared the stage with cool comedians like Todd Barry, Sam Tallent, and Ron Funches. His comedy has been featured on Dry Bar, Comcast, Comedy Juice, and the whole entire internet.

In 2021, Aaron was named the Funniest Person in Kansas City by KC Magazine, while also co-founding the Fountain City Comedy Festival. In 2023, he released a book called "Things I Wrote" to acclaim, he thinks, and shot his first comedy special "Born Illiterate" with Four by Three Productions. in 2024, his dry bar special "those were the days" was released to acclaim and a billion views, he bets. He tours across the country regularly, so if you’ve got some hugs, please give him a few.

doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

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Antidote Comedy featuring Mark Chalifoux
Apr
16
7:30 PM19:30

Antidote Comedy featuring Mark Chalifoux

Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Cincinnati's Mark Chalifoux on the rooftop bar at Antidote!

Chemist Spirts welcomes a group of top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail.

Mark Chalifoux is a nationally touring stand-up comedian. Chalifoux has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland, Dry Bar and FOX as well as on the “Bob and Tom” national radio show.. His Midwestern upbringing contributes to the laid-back, relatable style that belies a sharp-wit and unflinching honesty honed through his rise in the comedy clubs of New York City.

His Dry Bar special got millions of views across social media and his debut album, “Think Fast”, opened at No. 2 in Apple Music and was called “one of the funniest albums of the year” by the Daily Dot.

His jokes can be heard regularly on SiriusXM and have been streamed more than 5 million times on Pandora.

Chalifoux was also a longtime writer behind The Dad, one of the most popular comedy accounts on social media with more than 10 million followers. He has also written for ESPN, CBS Digital and some newspapers.

ages 21+
doors 7pm, show at 7:30pm
Tickets $18

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Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville
Apr
18
8:00 PM20:00

Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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Eyes Up Here Comedy: Mother's Day Edition
May
2
7:00 PM19:00

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Mother's Day Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! We are celebrating Mother’s in Comedy!!

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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CANCELLED Don't Tell Comedy River Arts District Asheville
Jan
24
8:00 PM20:00

CANCELLED Don't Tell Comedy River Arts District Asheville

Cancelled due to weather. Stay home/ stay warm

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy
Jan
17
9:00 PM21:00

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!!
A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!!

ages 18+
doors at 8:30, show at 9pm

Tickets $18

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Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge
Jan
17
7:00 PM19:00

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites!

This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy

ages 18+
doors at 6:30, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating

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Don't Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
Jan
16
7:00 PM19:00

Don't Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville

Show Details

📍 Brewery. This show will be at an indoor location. The precise address is emailed to ticket holders at 8:00 AM on the day of the event. You will also be able to pull the show address at that time using your email address on our website.

🍻 Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Outside food is not permitted. Outside drinks are not permitted.

🪑 This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

🎤 21+ show.

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RAD Comedy featuring Kevin McCaffrey
Jan
11
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Kevin McCaffrey

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Kevin McCaffrey from NYC!

Kevin McCaffrey is a comedian who made his network debut on The Late Show with David Letterman, and whose two albums – “Nice & Drunk” and “Not Helping” – both debuted at #1 on the iTunes/Amazon charts, with over 2 million streams on SiriusXM and Spotify. He was a regular for 7 years on truTV Presents: World’s Dumbest, doing 200 episodes that will rerun until the end of time. Kevin has a social media following of over 250,000 online and his videos have over 50 million views.

He won seasons 2 & 3 on truTV’s Comedy Knockout, was a featured cast member on VH1’s I Love the 2000s, truTV’s Greatest Ever, and a series of shows on the WWE Network. He also hosted IFC’s Comedy Drop, and after appearing on the show, worked as the fill-in warm-up comic on The Late Show.

Kevin hosted Celebrate! a weekly interview show on Sirius XM channel 99, and currently hosts the Sex and the Cidiots & The Bridgerton Bros podcasts.

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $18

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Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville
Jan
10
7:00 PM19:00

Don't Tell Comedy Hendersonville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger's Revenge
Jan
9
7:00 PM19:00

Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger's Revenge

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show!

Roll of the Dice is a comedy show of chance. Each comedian will roll a 20 sided die and whatever number it lands on is how much stage time they receive! One minute laughs to 20min sets, anything can happen!!!

Hosted by Clay Jones

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15 GA, $20 premium seating

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Shelley Gruenberg, Attacking the New Year
Jan
4
7:00 PM19:00

Shelley Gruenberg, Attacking the New Year

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Shelley Gruenberg from Atlanta!

Shelley Gruenberg is an Atlanta Based standup comedian and sex symbol. You will love her whimsical and surreal style! You may have seen her on dish nation, or roast battling as Atlanta’s champion around the county. See her live at Laughing Skull Lounge or at argosy every Wednesday!

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

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Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fresh Vibes Edition
Jan
3
7:00 PM19:00

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fresh Vibes Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Fresh Vibes is a celebration of the New Year!

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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Modelface Comedy presents NYE with Caleb Synan
Dec
31
7:00 PM19:00

Modelface Comedy presents NYE with Caleb Synan

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Caleb Synan from Los Angeles for a NYE show!

Caleb Synan is one of the hottest young comics in the country. (Funny AND good looking!) His unique background as a preacher’s kid from a small southern town gives him the ability to relate to any and every crowd -- even though he’s a big old millennial who lives in LA. Want proof? He’s performed on CONAN (twice!), Last Comic Standing (once!), and his first Comedy Central special “30” in 2022 (You can watch it on YouTube!)

He’s also entertained our troops in South Korea and Japan. What a guy! It’s no wonder he won the title of "Wittiest" in Franklin County High School’s 2009 Yearbook. He even wrote this bio himself. And he’ll have a margarita with you if you play your cards right.

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets
$20 advance, $25 day of
$28 premium seating (guaranteed table seating in the front three rows)

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Game Over: End of Year Comedy
Dec
28
7:00 PM19:00

Game Over: End of Year Comedy

Modelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and this week with have a special comedy showcase!!

Game Over is a celebration of the end of the year. Maybe your glad it's over or maybe it was your best one yet but we can all get together to laugh at some of the chaos of the last 365 days.

Featuring a group of your favorite local and regional comedians

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15

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Drunk & Dirty Comedy with Santa
Dec
27
9:00 PM21:00

Drunk & Dirty Comedy with Santa

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country!!

Santa is off work for the rest of the year and ready to get drunk and tell some jokes at RAD Brewing. This show is NOT for kids and will be a TON of fun for the rest of us.

Santa will be joined by a gang of some of the funniest and dirtiest comedians in Asheville

ages 18+
Doors at 8:30pm, show at 9pm

Tickets $18

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Clean(ish) Comedy Showcase at Ginger's Revenge
Dec
27
7:00 PM19:00

Clean(ish) Comedy Showcase at Ginger's Revenge

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville! This week we have another fantastic lineup of local and regional favorites.

Clean(ish) is a silly comedy showcase that is for all. All the jokes, none of the cursing!

Featuring Clay Jones, Danny Felix and more!

Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating
Doors: 6:30 PM
Show: 7 PM
Tickets: $18, $23 premium
Ages 16+
SEATED SHOW

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Crisp Comedy live in Leicester, featuring The Grinch
Dec
26
7:00 PM19:00

Crisp Comedy live in Leicester, featuring The Grinch

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicester's own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This months headliner is The Grinch from above Whoville!!!

The Grinch and his loyal dog, Max, live a solitary existence inside a cave on Mount Crumpet. His main source of aggravation comes during Christmastime when his neighbors in Whoville celebrate the holidays with a bang. The disgruntled Grinch realizes there is one way to gain peace and quiet and with help from Max, the green grump hatched a scheme to pose as Santa Claus, steal Christmas and silence the Whos' holiday cheer once and for all.

As seen on Netflix, Disney+, HULU and more!

ages 18+

Show is free with a suggested donation of $12

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Don't Tell Comedy West Asheville
Dec
26
7:00 PM19:00

Don't Tell Comedy West Asheville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

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Eyes Up Here Comedy: Ladies of Atlanta Edition
Dec
25
8:30 PM20:30

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Ladies of Atlanta Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! This month we have all femme comedians from Atlanta!

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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Crisp Comedy featuring Jason Reel, Live in Leicester
Dec
25
7:00 PM19:00

Crisp Comedy featuring Jason Reel, Live in Leicester

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have local favorite Jason Reel from Marion, NC!

Jason Reel writes dumb jokes for smart people (and a few dummies). He uses observational humor mixed with clever wordplay, to create something some people like 90% of the time. Hopefully you're in that club

ages 18+
Show is free with a suggested donation of $12

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The Airing of Grievances Comedy Showcase
Dec
21
7:00 PM19:00

The Airing of Grievances Comedy Showcase

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC and this is an extra special and a little angry comedy show

On this special Festivus Showcase each comedian will be airing their grievances for 2025. Join us as we say our piece and goof on this past year

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15

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Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy
Dec
20
9:00 PM21:00

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!!
A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!!

ages 18+
doors at 8:30, show at 9pm

Tickets $18

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Unteachables Comedy Tour at The Funkatorium
Dec
19
7:00 PM19:00

Unteachables Comedy Tour at The Funkatorium

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville and this weekend we are excited to host The Unteachables Comedy Tour at the Funkatorium!

One was teacher of the year and the other got fired for posting jokes online. They’re unhinged, uncensored, and unforgettable. The Unteachables bring you a night of comedy and unfiltered QnA. Known to you as the students who were always the loud kids in the back of the classroom, the Unteachables are a group of stand-up comedians who just happened to fall backwards into educating America’s youth. Their material extends far beyond just the chaos that exists in their classroom. They offer authentic comedy to everyone, regardless of if they've worked in education, need a break from reality, or just love to laugh. The Unteachables have been featured on NBC, The Breakfast Club, The New York Post, and the Roast Battle League.

Stephen Taylor

Originally a Louisiana native, Stephen moved to Kansas City to escape his traditional southern roots. Combining his unique perspective with some interesting stories and some sweet southern charm, Stephen headlines and features at your favorite clubs, bars, and colleges across the country, as well as his own classroom. He has been featured on The Breakfast Club, The New York Post, and at San Francisco Sketchfest. His debut album 'The Bottom Half' was number one on iTunes and can be heard on Sirius XM

Lou Pharis

Raised in the non-famous parts of Louisiana, Lou Pharis never thought he’d be anything more than an NFL caliber offensive lineman. After failing to go pro and then losing out on American Ninja Warrior, Lou turned his talents to the public education system. A particularly rough day at school made Lou sign up for his first open mic when he realized there’s a teacher shortage, so he couldn’t be fired for doing comedy. Lou’s stand-up has since found massive success, garnering over 100 million views on social media. He has headlined clubs such as Zanies, Comedy Works, and Wiseguys, been seen on NBC and Bored Teachers, and has performed at dozens of comedy festivals across the country.

Joe Mckenna

Joe McKenna is a comedian from Boston, Massachusetts. One of the fastest rising comics in Denver, Joe utilizes his experience as a middle school teacher and traveler to recount his most bizarre undergoings with his students, his time spent abroad, and the ever changing social expectations of the youth. Joe has been seen at comedy clubs across the US, and has worked with household comedians such as Mark Normand, Shane Gillis, and Jeff Ross.

Doors: 6PM premium, 6:30PM GA
Show: 7PM
GA Tickets: $18
PREMIUM SEATING: $25
Ages 18+
SEATED SHOW

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Modelface Comedy presents Kendall Farrell
Dec
18
7:00 PM19:00

Modelface Comedy presents Kendall Farrell

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Kendall Farrell from NYC!

Kendall Farrell is a New York City based standup comedian from Vermont. He was named a ‘Comic To Watch’ at the New York Comedy Festival and headlined Caroline’s on Broadway as part of their Breakout Artist series. He has been heard on SiriusXM as well as seen in web content for Cracked and Cracked, Adult Swim, and at comedy festivals across the country including the Brooklyn Comedy Festival, Limestone Comedy Festival, TreeFort Festival, and Red Clay Comedy Festival, among others. He has opened for headliners including Michelle Wolf, Rachel Feinstein, Beth Stelling, Ashley Gavin, Matteo Lane & more.

In his home state Kendall won the Vermont’s Funniest Comedian Contest and was profiled in Seven Days for his work hosting some of the most popular local shows. In New York, Kendall has performed on some of the most acclaimed shows in the city including at Caroline’s, The Stand, New York Comedy Club, Comedians You Should Know, Littlefield, and at UCB and Union Hall. He also regularly hosts the popular weekly show “Just Come.”

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets
$15 GA, $20 premium seating

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Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge
Dec
12
7:00 PM19:00

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites!

This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy

ages 18+
doors at 6:30, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating

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Modelface Comedy presents Sean Patton
Dec
11
7:00 PM19:00

Modelface Comedy presents Sean Patton

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Sean Patton at AyurPrana Listening Room in West Asheville!!

Sean Patton is a comedian based in New York, by way of New Orleans. He began doing stand-up in the Crescent City and has since performed in comedy clubs and festivals across the world, including The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, The Glasgow Comedy fest, the Dublin Comedy fest, and The Edinburgh Fringe. Other festivals appearances include SXSW, The Moontower comedy festival, Just for Laughs Chicago, Just for Laughs Toronto and Just for Laughs Montreal. He's performed on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and Comedy Central’s The Half Hour. More recently, He's been on @midnight , The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, This Is Not Happening, Showtime's Live from SXSW, TruTv's Comedy Knockout, and This week at the Comedy Cellar.

In 2019 he released his second album Scuttlebutt on Helium Records. His next album King Scorpio was released on Christmas Eve 2021 and as a special on Youtube in August 2022. His special Number One is currently streaming on peacock.

As for acting, He's appeared on IFC'S Maron, Comedy Central's Inside Amy Schumer and TruTV's Those who can't. As of September 2024 He stars alongside Brian Jordan Alvarez, Stephanie Koenig, Enrico Colantoni, and Carmen Christopher in FX’s English Teacher

"I’ve seen him perform more than a dozen sets, and he’s killed every time. He’s dynamite, even with ordinary material, turning standard Brooklyn hipster jokes into a stomping, roaring, tour de force, and elevating a bit about sex-performance anxiety into high-stakes comedy. [...] He’s the rare comic who goes over as well in a comedy club as in a bar basement."
- New York Times

“ …a deceptively mesmeric ­talent, I found myself watching rapt between fits of eruptive laughter.”
- The Scotsman

“There’s a lot of talk in comedy circles about club acts as opposed to festival ones – reliable joke-machines who can tame the rowdiest rooms compared to the artier, slower-burn types with stories and ideas that demand and reward attention.
Well, in Sean Patton you get both… he’s the sort of comedian who puts the ‘art’ in ‘fart’.”
- Chortle

ages 18+
doors at 6:30, show at 7pm

Tickets
GA: $25 advance, $30 day of
Premium seating* $35

*premium seating is the front three rows

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Monster Comedy Jam
Dec
7
7:00 PM19:00

Monster Comedy Jam

SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!!!

Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement!

Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest!

Hosted by Jason Reel

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $12

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Hell Hounds: Dark and Dirty Comedy at The Hound
Dec
6
10:00 PM22:00

Hell Hounds: Dark and Dirty Comedy at The Hound

Modelface Comedy presents Hell Hounds Comedy Showcase at The Hound!

Hell Hounds is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!!

This show is ages 21 and up and NC17

Arrive early for dinner from the Hound

ages 21+
Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm

Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

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Eyes Up Here Comedy: Winter Witches Edition
Dec
6
7:00 PM19:00

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Winter Witches Edition

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Winter Witches Edition

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.

ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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RAD Comedy featuring Tiffany Burke
Nov
30
7:00 PM19:00

RAD Comedy featuring Tiffany Burke

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Tiffany Burke from Atlanta!!!

Tiffany Burke is a comedian, actor, improviser, and writer based in Atlanta, GA. She is originally from Decatur, GA.

She performs improv with Red Pill Players and Other Side of the Wall. She can be seen regularly performing at Dad’s Garage, Village Theatre, and all over the country.

Tiffany is an American job creator, mother of two, and lover of crystal healing who uses her unusual life experiences and interests in her hilarious stories and comedy.

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $15

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Don't Tell Comedy River Arts District Asheville
Nov
29
8:00 PM20:00

Don't Tell Comedy River Arts District Asheville

Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.

No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

This show will have chairs provided.

♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.

21+ show.

About Don't Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.

Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!

You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.

Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.

Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

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Leftovers, a Post-Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase
Nov
29
7:00 PM19:00

Leftovers, a Post-Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and this week we have a full showcase...literally!

Need an excuse to ditch your family? Or maybe y'all like each other and want a fun family* activity. We all know laughter is the best thing for the body after 48 hours of constant eating. Come out to Ginger's Revenge for a holiday comedy showcase

*ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

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