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STAB! Comedy Theater

4.7 (45 reviews)
Open 7:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Audrey N.

Have you ever walked in on a private conversation and not been able to escape without being rude? Lol that is exactly what happened with my friends and I at this comedy club. The only truly funny thing that happened was we didn't know what was part of the show vs. what was backstage drama that was being brought in-front a live audience. Now was this show worth the $7 ticket? Eh maybe. It was like watching a group of people who had intimate inside jokes, and you're the stranger who politely laughed to avoid the uncomfortable atmosphere of not know what was going on. Overall, it wasn't a terrible night! Very clean bathrooms, good energy from the room as a whole. I would come back here (perhaps for a different show) but at the very least to redeem my opinion of this place!

Jenny P.

STAB! is great for standup, improv, and sketch comedy shows!!!!!! It deserves more than a few confident exclamation points. I had no idea what to expect as far as this venue was concerned when I attended a recent Scumbag Alley show, but I knew Saul, the comedian hosting, from his other shows at Punch Line and Laughs Unlimited. He's an old friend of my BF's brother, and he's hilarious af. There's a joke he does comparing himself to the Lady Who Killed Selena, and it makes me guffaw like a complete dumbass every time I hear it. So anyway, STAB! is a very intimate venue in that it is smöl, with enough chairs for I'd say about 25 people and a bit of extra standing room. They did announce they are working to expand the space and get a license to offer more adult beverages coming up here in the not too distant future, and that's always exiting to hear! As for refreshments currently offered, I noticed sweets, sodas, and waters for sale at a small kiosk next to the stage. The folks that work here were all very kind and knowledgeable about the various shows and schedules. Scumbag Alley ran about an hour, with sets scheduled before and after it, and a very good time was had by all. We had a group of 4, and the chairs were mostly filled by the time the show started. I would recommend getting there early before your show, and be prepared to be called out by comedians. There are so few chairs in the room that the odds are ever in your favour. We paid about $7 for each ticket. Have fun! Parking: side streets, not metered. No lot attached. They have a Facebook page and a yelp account that puts up events here on Yelp! Website: https://www.stabcomedytheater.com

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Michael S.

Been here a bit recently. There's a wide range of shows both in the theater and the ones they host on their twitch stream. Not all were my taste but the effort put into everything is commendable. The shows that I enjoyed were killer though. I was in actual tears laughing so hard. My favorites are the titular STAB Show on Friday nights and Scene Kids winch I believe is 2nd Saturdays. Over all a theater I'll be returning to for quite sometime thanks to the humor, COVID awareness, Good pricing(you can get a ticket for the whole night!) and general good vibes!

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Farrah R.

A good time! We saw Keith Carey, the regulars John and Jesse, hilarious! And several guests. They broadcast their shows as a podcast a few weeks after editing. We were part of the audience on a Friday night which runs a little late for us but we'd like to go back sometime. Seating is limited but they said they're trying to expand. They have coffee and concession-type snacks to purchase or you could bring your own, I believe. There are different segments to the show; you could stay for one or all. It runs between 8-11 p.m. Have dinner next door, then stop by.

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Tessa B.

This is a great, intimate theater that consistently showcases interesting and unique comedy. There is a spacious and warmly lit outdoor space in the back to socialize and get some air before, between, and after shows. During my last visit at the theater I saw local improv teams The Licorice Boys and G4G, and a live recording of the STAB! Podcast. Both improv teams were hilarious and an example of the great talent coming out of Sacramento. The STAB! Podcast live recording is truly an experience that is worthy of a night out. I have high hopes for this theater and I will definitely be back!

From the STAB! podcast recording, 12/21/18

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I never know what to say in these reviews. Stopped in for the soft opening and had a fantastic time. Will definitely return.

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Ask the Community - STAB! Comedy Theater

Is there a bar?

Soon! They’ve applied for their beer license and will be able to sell beer within a month or two, I think.

Are tickets sold at the door or sold online prior? Thanks!

Sold at the door. They have a little podium set up outside, that was the only way we could recognize the place from the street, as the sign is quite small.

How much does it cost to get in or is there a one drink required fee?

I think I might have paid $7 for a show. It varies depending on event. No drink requirements.

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Great comedy and events, and the weekly podcast (STAB!, recorded live at 10pm every Friday) is especially hilarious.

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