Top Improv Comedy In Las Vegas

The Daily Meal Staff|Sept. 15, 2014 7:00 am EST

Laughter is important and Las Vegas offers its share of places to enjoy improvisation, spontaneous humor, comedy skits and stand-up. From intimate clubs to large venues, Southern Nevada features places to go to laugh and maybe even become part of the show. With this wealth of entertainment, every night can be filled with fun.

L.A. Comedy Club
Bally's Hotel and Casino
3645 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 777-7776
www.thelacomedyclub.com

Showtimes: Nightly at 9:30 p.m. and Friday at 8 p.m.

L.A. Comedy Club in Bally's Hotel and Casino actually has a 30-foot window overlooking the Las Vegas Strip, so if the comedians need so more material, they can comment on the people walking past the club. However, the comics that are booked are from shows aired on HBO, Showtime and Comedy Central and will probably concentrate on the audience with their Los Angeles attitude.

Riviera Comedy Club
Riviera Hotel and Casino
2901 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 794-9433
www.rivierahotel.com

Showtimes: Nightly at 8:30 pm.

The Riviera Hotel and Casino offers guests the opportunity to enjoy some of America's funniest comedians in an intimate, nightclub setting and was one of the first places to bring an original comedy showcase to the Las Vegas Strip. Comics such as Jimmie "J.J." Walker continue to perform at the club along with up-and-coming talent. Even audience members in the back of the room are engaged in the routines on stage.

Brad Garrett's Comedy Club
MGM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-1111
www.bradgarrettcomedy.com

Showtimes: Nightly at 8 p.m.

Brad Garrett, one of the stars of "Everyone Loves Raymond," began his career as a stand-up comedian and has opened Brad Garrett's Comedy Club, where he is known to perform, along with other comics. His goal, as stated in his bio, is "to replicate famous New York night spots like The Copacabana, The Stork Club and Jilly's. These were all clubs known for their top-notch entertainment and unparalleled customer service." Designed with his goal, one can step into the past while being entertained in the present.

The Improv at Harrah's
Harrah's Hotel and Casino
3475 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 777-2782
www.harrahslasvegas.com

Showtimes: Tues. to Sun., 8:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.

The Improv franchise is celebrating its 50th anniversary and The Improv Comedy Club at Harrah's Las Vegas continues its tradition of featuring fresh new talent and established comedians. Three new comedians are scheduled each week and also plan to stick around after the show for a meet-and-greet and to get some autographs. Past Improv alumni include Chris Rock, Chris Reid, the Kid of Kid 'N' Play and Jay Mohr.

Laugh Factory
Tropicana Las Vegas
3801 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 739-2222
www.troplv.com

Showtimes: Nightly 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.

Laugh Factory at the Tropicana Las Vegas Comedy Club is part of the Laugh Factory franchise, which opened its first club on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood. Featuring famous stand-up comedians to the mix of new talent, the venue offers the chance to sit in the back to observe or sit in the front to interact with show. Here is the opportunity to see a hot star from the latest movie or add some spice to an up-and-coming performer ready to make a big impression.

Debbie Hall is practically a Las Vegas native (34 years and counting) and loves experiencing everything in Southern Nevada from the Las Vegas Strip to the surrounding mountains and Lake Mead. She also teaches at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and loves sharing her knowledge. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.