Chuckle till your sides split at these places in Singapore that host great comedy acts – doctor's orders!
They say laughter is the best medicine, and we’ve got just the prescription for you right here: comedy nights. Gather the troops for a drinking and laughing sesh at bars that host hilarious stand-up comedy shows in Singapore. From slapstick jokes to humour as dry as your martini, they’ll be giving you some belly-aching guffaws.
Where to watch comedy shows in Singapore
1. Jacky and Friends
Set up by local comedian Jacky Ng, he brings along with him a band of other stand-ups for this pop-up comedy series. These open mic nights feature Jacky himself, alongside his hilarious crew of friends. Expect tons of Singaporean humour and jabs that promise a ton of fun and side-splitting laughs. Keep an eye out on the event page for upcoming performances!
Jacky and Friends, various location around Singapore
2. Comedy Masala
Tickle your funny bone with Comedy Masala, a weekly live comedy series started by comedian Umar Rana. Arguably the hottest comedy night in Boat Quay, it has seen famous stand-up comedians from all over the world gracing the stage. All you have to do is head over to Hero’s every Tuesday for fun times. Oh, and if you’re perfectly capable of laughing at yourself, take a seat at the front – you’ll likely find yourself the target of some good-natured ribbing.
Comedy Masala, Hero’s, 69 Circular Road, Singapore 049423
3. East Coast Comedy at Crane
What’s in the East Coast plan, you ask? Comedians! The funniest people in our city are bringing their best jokes to Joo Chiat at this regular weekend night series. Each show boasts a different host and line-up; past names that have hit the stage include local icons like Rishi Budhrani and Jinx Yeo. Pop by earlier for a drink before the performance kicks off at 8pm.
East Coast Comedy at Crane, Level2, Crane Joo Chiat, 285 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427535
4. The Lemon Stand Comedy Club
Touted as Asia’s largest full-time comedy club, this new space at Bugis flung open in a whirlwind. Make a date with the club for almost daily comedy shows, where you’ll enjoy good food and drinks, as well as chuckle-worthy jokes from a number of local and international comedians. Also look forward to open mic nights on Tuesdays and Fridays for sharp zingers from fresh and familiar faces.
The Lemon Stand Comedy Club, #01-02, 12 Queen Street, Singapore 188553
5. Comedy at Ikigai
Want to get up close and personal with the city’s funniest drag queen? Hit up Ikigai Izakaya for rollin’ laughs with Kumar who performs at this spot regularly. You’ll be guaranteed gut-tickling giggles from the veteran comedian who pokes fun at anything and everything Singaporean and beyond.
Comedy at Ikigai, Ikigai Izakaya, #B1-01/06, The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Road, Singapore 058416
Go ahead and get the giggles at these comedy shows in Singapore.
