Comedy Night at the Playhouse - August

August 12, 2025
Adult Language
Sexual Situations & Themes
Violence
Fun for the Whole Family

Description

With the funniest lineup this side of the canyon, don’t miss Comedy Night at the Playhouse! Hosted by Mark Christopher Lawrence, this evening of stand-up is sure to get you laughing. Tapping into his extensive list of talented comedian friends, Mark Christopher Lawrence is joined by three different hilarious comedians each Comedy Night. Grab our drink specials and some free small bites in our lobby, and join us for this laugh out loud event!

For mature audiences.

2025-2026 Dates:

August 12, 2025
November 11, 2025
January 27, 2026
April 21, 2026
June 23, 2026

Mark Christopher Lawrence
Host
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Mark Christopher Lawrence

Mark Christopher Lawrence (MCL) is an accomplished producer, actor, comedian, emcee, inspirational speaker, and auctioneer. He has received two Emmy Award nominations for his work on the short films The Flourish and $TACK$. MCL is a recipient of the San Diego Critics Circle’s Craig Noel Award for Outstanding Actor of the Year. As a national headliner, he has performed alongside comedy legends like Sinbad, Jerry Seinfeld, Rodney Dangerfield, and Jeff Foxworthy, and has headlined comedy clubs, colleges, and churches across the U.S. and Canada.

MCL’s notable roles include his portrayal of Big Mike on the NBC TV series Chuck, and he has recently starred in the holiday film Bringing Back Christmas, available on Amazon, and in the PureFlix miniseries Fragment: Oblivion. He currently appears in the fourth season of All The Queen’s Men on BET+ and will soon be seen as Judge Leland Jabs in Hot Court and Lieutenant in Meter Maids. In addition to acting, MCL is the co- executive producer of Pure Laughter, a comedy series airing on KPBS. He also has a DryBar Comedy special titled Mark Christopher Lawrence: Clean Outta Compton and is working on multiple projects as a writer and producer.

Monique Martinez
Headliner
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Monique Martinez
John Hill
Feature
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John Hill

John Hill is a clean comedian from Southern California who started performing in 2010. John is known for his storytelling and observations about life, marriage, and faith. He has performed before crowds of 10 to 1,000. He has been on stage with Mark Christopher Lawrence, Michael Jr., John Crist, Nazareth, and many others. John is comfortable with any crowd and at any event. He is known as a comic with a message and his goal is to be, “funny…for a change.”

Courtney Haynes
Opener
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Courtney Haynes

Courtney Haynes - Hailing from Oklahoma, Courtney, a Los Angeles-based comedian, actor, and host, captivates audiences with her vibrant and humorous personality. Her stand-up routines offer a unique perspective on her journey as a career woman navigating modern womanhood while rooted in her Southern upbringing. Courtney’s relatable sense of humor, warm spirit, and extraordinary upbringing make her a beloved figure among audiences from diverse backgrounds. Her extensive experience includes performing at renowned comedy clubs across the United States and collaborating with esteemed comedians like Craig Robinson, Jay Leno, Luenell, All Def Digital, and many more. Notably, she also participated in the Netflix Is A Joke Festival last May.

Upcoming Shows

Comedy Night at the Playhouse - November

Runs November 11, 2025

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Comedy Night at the Playhouse- January

Runs January 27, 2026

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