Laugh Factory
Hollywood, CA 90046
Phone: (323) 656-1336
- Cross Street:
- Laurel Canyon Boulevard
- Hours:
- Daily 8pm-2am
Editorial Review for Laugh Factory – by Allison Heartinger
In Short
Seems like there's always a line outside this crazy castle no matter what night it is. Comedy connoisseurs queue up early for the best seats to see both up-and-coming and big-name acts. Arrive late or without a reservation and you may be banished to upstairs Siberia. Like the Comedy Store, its rival just down the Strip, this place is legendary--and knows it. Be prepared for a bit of attitude from the staff. Infamous owner Jamie Masada runs a tight ship. You'll see white-hot TV comics, fresh from sitcoms and "Tonight Show" tapings--along with hungry young upstarts managed by Masada himself. He handpicks these stars-to-be and usually puts on quality shows. Tuesday night is open mic, which showcases "raw" talent. Laugh-out-loud revelry is not guaranteed that night, but Wednesday evening's stint with Jon Lovitz is usually a hoot.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoUnless you enjoy being picked on, avoid sitting in the front of the showroom. Comics can be ruthless in their pursuit of laughs.
The ExtrasThe Laugh Factory is famous for its Thanksgiving Dinner--open to the funny, the unfunny, the needy and anyone who wants to gobble giblets with the comedy community on T-Day.
User Reviews for Laugh Factory
08/23/2008 Posted by lais4me
The biggest joke about the Laugh Factory is expecting customer service. The cashier will say anything to sell you a ticket (promising a certain comedian will perform). Then she will give you an attitude explaining that line ups can change. I did not know that line-ups could change in a matter of seconds. I mean I understand that everybody wants to make some money but don't say that someone is going to perform if you know that they are not. Even the manager seemed like she was in on it. Their attitude is: "You paid to see comedians and you did ". Actually, I paid to see a certain comedian (Dane Cook) and I did not. You guys blatantly lied to my face and gave me the cold shoulder. It was awesome how you scammed all of us for VIP tickets. You knew that you would not sell as many tickets if you told people that Dane Cook would not be performing so you decided to lie to everybody to make that sale. Also, I have never experienced such a rude staff- It is one thing to be misleading but to be misleading with such a horrible attitude is too much. Patrons beware!
Pros: comedians
Cons: unfriendly staff, will say anything to sell a ticket
07/29/2008 Posted by kiercemartin
The Laugh Factory is fairly famous in the LA line of stand-up venues, and for good reason. The place has a great atmosphere and a great wait staff. I've never had a problem here, but it does definitely depend on the act. If the act falls flat so does the place it seems like, but if the energy and mood are up it's a great place.
Schedule
| 10/14/2008 | Paul Lawerence Sketch Comedy Championship | tickets |
| 8:00 pm | ||
| 10/15/2008 | Cops 4 Causes presents "Comedy Uniting Communities hosted by Reno 911' | tickets |
| 9:45 pm | ||
| 10/20/2008 | Latino Night featuring Joey Medina | tickets |
| 8:00 pm | ||
| 10/25/2008 | All-Star Comedy featuring Sunda Croonquist, James Harris, Kenny Johnso | tickets |
| 8:00 pm | ||
| 11/05/2008 | An Evening with Jon Lovitz! | tickets |
| 8:00 pm | ||
| 11/06/2008 | Crown Jewel Club Benefit Show featuring Fritz Coleman , & more coming | tickets |
| 8:00 pm | ||
| 12/27/2008 | 'Thank Gays It's Friday' featuring Kira Soltanovich, Jason Stuart, Car | tickets |
| 12:00 am |
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