T.J. Miller, Kate Miller, Nick Vatterott
You've seen T.J. Miller steal the scene in Mike Judge's great HBO series, Silicon Valley, where he plays Erlich Bachman, the arrogant, but well-meaning entrepreneur who runs a business incubator out of his home. Aviato isn't his only crowning achievement, though: His Yogi Bear audition reel, filmed with a real life bear, is pretty undeniable, and I hear he did an amazing job getting melted into molten lava in Michael Bay's Trans4mers: Dinopocalypse. Tonight Miller brings his Meticulously Ridiculous stand-up tour to Portland. His wife, Kate Miller, a performer and mixed-media artist, and comedian Nick Vatterott provide support.
Sep 9, Aladdin Theater, 7:30pm, 10pm, $29.50
The Awkward Phase with David Mascorro
A live episode of David Mascorro's comedy podcast that takes the interview format places it doesn't normally go in a podcast, as well as giving local stand-ups some shine between questions.
Aug 31, Canna & the City, 8:30pm, free
You're Welcome
Every Wednesday, Portland comedians Caitlin Weierhauser, Nariko Ott, and Matt Monroe invite you to come down and indulge in laughter and pizza at this free comedy showcase featuring a range of local and national touring talent. Tonight's installment features sets from Zak Toscani, JoAnn Schinderle, Marcus Coleman, and Mel Heywood.
Aug 31, Mississippi Pizza, 9:30pm, free
Mike Epps
One of the most talented, likable stand-ups currently working, both on stage and on screen, in properties such as The Boondocks, Friday After Next, The Hangover, and the upcoming Richard Pryor biopic from director Lee Daniels.
Sep 2-4, Helium Comedy Club, 6:30pm, 9:30pm, $35-50
Billy Wayne Davis
An evening of stand-up with the comedian out of Nashville who has appeared on NBC's Last Comic Standing and just got off the road after opening for country artist Sturgill Simpson on the musician's "Living the Dream" tour.
Sep 5, Dante's, 8pm, $10
Rory Scovel
Rory Scovel is an absurd man. He is weird and off-kilter and goofy. He is also shockingly hilarious in ways both unexpected and inexplicable. For evidence, check out any of his Conan appearances, or his absurd and self-destructive Eric Andre Show cooking segment, which is set to the soulful crooning of T-Pain. Just be careful you don't fall too far down the rabbit hole and forget to snag a ticket for his stand-up show tonight.
Sep 7, Mississippi Studios, 7:30pm, $20
Revolution Comedy
Every first and third Wednesday, local stand-up comic Andie Main hosts a benefit showcase designed to assist progressive causes through the power of comedy. The line-up changes from show to show, but big laughs for a great cause are always guaranteed. Tonight's show takes a stand against police brutality by benefiting Don't Shoot PDX. Featuring sets from Tsixx Daone, Adam Pasi, Carter, Daniel Martin Austin, and a secret headliner. Co-hosted by Andie Main and Jason Lamb (of Minority Retort).
Sep 7, Kickstand Comedy Space, 7:30pm, $10
Shane Torres
Rejoice! Not only is New York-based Comedian Shane Torres returning to his former hometown for a pair of shows, he's bringing comedy to the Liquor Store for the first time ever! Catch the comedian's self-deprecating and forthright blend of stand-up tonight, and look forward to more comedy down the pipeline at the Belmont basement venue, which seems like a perfect fit for comedy shows.
Sep 8, The Liquor Store, 8pm, 10pm, $10-12
Christopher Titus
Not many comedians own the stage the way Christopher Titus does. He doesn't so much do stand-up as he does pace-and-prowl-and-leap-and-whisper-and-shout-and-stand-up, which results in provocative, piercing sets that leave a laceration or two between laughs. BOBBY ROBERTS
Sep 8-10, Helium Comedy Club, 7:30pm, 10pm, $25-30
Addicted to Heroines
A live episode of Barbara Holm's variety show-style podcast, featuring stand-up, songs, and conversation about all manner of pop culture wonderfulness. Guests include Caitlin Weierhauser, Jen Tam, and Lucia Fasano.
Sep 8, Bossanova Ballroom, 8pm, $5
Wicked Craft
Come get wicked at Crush with this witch themed variety show, featuring drag, dancing, burlesque, singing, comedy, and conjuring. With performances by Valerie DeVille, Vanity Thorn, Zora Phoenix, Barbara Holms, Lucia Fasano, Wolfgang X, MissAurora, Simi Vargas Malhotra, Lala Del Maj, Rummy Rose, Sindel Asylum and more. Featuring music by DJ Aurora. Hosted by Nikki Lev.
Sep 9, Crush, 9pm, $10
Comedy & Cocktails
New Deal presents the third season of its ongoing Comedy & Cocktails series. Entry is free, so come down and cozy up with a stiff drink while taking in an evening of stand-up from some of Portland's funniest. Featuring sets from Gabe Dinger, Nariko Ott, Chris Ettrick, Todd Armstrong, and Laci Day. Hosted by Jason Traeger.
Sep 9, New Deal Distillery, 8pm, free
Late Night Action with Alex Falcone
Come out and say your farewells to Late Night Action, the late-night talk show co-hosted by Alex Falcone and Bri Pruett, which returns to Mississippi Studios tonight to kick-off its seventh and final season. Tonight's guests include Pok Pok founder Andy Ricker, author Kelly Williams Brown, musical guest Logan Lynn, and comedian Gabe Dinger.
Sep 10, Mississippi Studios, 7pm, $10-15