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Robin Montague at the Time Out New York Comedy Showcase
Photograph: Dominick Mastrangelo | Robin Montague at the Time Out New York Comedy Showcase

The best comedy shows in NYC

Whether you’re looking for stand-up, improv, free shows or anything else in the world of New York comedy, you’ve come to the right place
Written by Nick Leftley
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Sure, you can watch stand-up comedy on Netflix or enjoy one of the many, many funny Web series out there, but there’s nothing quite like seeing comedy shows in NYC in person. Here you’ll find everything from long-running improv shows and one-off special performances to free shows and live tapings. New York is one of the greatest cities in the world for comedy, so get out there and make the most of it.

New York's best comedy shows

The best comedy clubs in NYC
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The best comedy clubs in NYC

If you're trying to find the city's best comedy shows, just take a look inside the best comedy clubs NYC has to offer
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