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Shows Every Thursday - Sunday
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THE fun thing to do in Houston! A fun date, a night out with friends, or just to get out and meet new people. Our standup comedy club features the funniest comedians you've seen on Netflix, HBO, Comedy Central, at the Comedy Store and Comedy Cellar. We serve tasty food, draught beer, wine, Delta-8, and cocktails in an intimate and casual setting.
Private Parties & Corporate Events
Private Parties & Corporate Events
Private Parties & Corporate Events
Comedy entertainment that will elevate your event with an unforgettable fun experience for your guests. We can use our venue or travel to yours. We have access to the top comedians across the country. We can bring lighting, sound, and stage equipment so we can match your needs and budget.
Riot Comedy Festival March 2023
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Riot Comedy Festival March 2023
A Four day celebration of comedy including 3 Stages with over 30 shows, a National Comedy Contest, Big Name Headliners and a Street Carnival with Venders and Games. Early Bird Blind Presales tickets are available while they last! Get in early and save. All shows will be at Rudyards in Montrose March 23-26.
Upcoming Standup Comedy Shows
"Funniest Person in Houston" FINALS
Don’t miss an opportunity to catch the Finals of Houston’s funniest comedians bringing their best to win the title of Funniest Person in Houston. A great night of comedy with celebrity judges, drink and food specials, and the funniest standup comedy you’ll find on a Thursday.
This first annual Comedy Contest will have over 100 Houston comedians competing for the title of Funniest Person in Houston (FPiH).
Jeff Dye (Tonight Show, Comedy Central, NBC, MTV)
Don’t miss LA comedian, Jeff Dye headlining the Riot. Jeff Dye is an extremely talented comedian/actor/host who hosted MTV's American Idiot and starred in his own half-hour special, Comedy Central Presents: Jeff Dye. He performed at the TBS Just for Laughs Festival in Chicago, the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and was a finalist on NBC's Last Comic Standing.
Friday Night Comedy Showcase
A hot Friday night lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show.
Saturday Night Late Show
Welcome to the late show, the most unpredictable and chaotic showtime in the comedy scene. Audiences will feel immersed in an intimate late night crowd where everyone is loose and ready to have fun. The show will include a hot lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show!
"Houston's Funniest"
The Riot presents "Houston's Funniest" in a weekly Sunday showcase that welcome back Houston comedians that have featured or headlined in Rudyard's legendary comedy room. Come party with The Riot as we introduce you to some of the best local talent we know for a Sunday evening you won't forget!
"Viral" Comedy Newsdesk
The news might not take a break but that doesn't mean you don't have to. In a world of increasing chaos, fears, confusion and misinformation, Viral offers a lighter take on the question, "What in the hell is going on?" From news stories to trending topics, hosts Patrick Eady and Chad Alexander present a cutting roster of sharp comedians cooking up some fresh takes in this Sunday night recap. At best, it's straight up hilarious. At worst, it's at least informative.
"LiveLAUGH Love" Comedy Showcase
Come see the monthly tradition of "Live Laugh Love" at The Riot! Whether it's date night, therapy to get over a breakup, or just a fun time with friends, this show is a great time for everyone! Featuring standup comedy from some of Houston's funniest comedians on dating and relationships! Plus, have your relationship questions answered by comics during the comics panel. Rudyard's bar specials include $5/pint night and steak night!
Martin Amini (TruTV, Epix)
Martin’s stand up material touches on what’s its like growing up mixed in America coming from a Bolivian and Iranian background. After making his tv debut on Laff Tracks on TruTv, Martin filmed his stand up special “Son of An Ice Cream Man” at The Kennedy Center in 2020.
Don't forget about the $5 Pint night and Steak Night at Rudyards.
Yedoye Travis (Comedy Central, Late Show)
YEDOYE TRAVIS is a comedian from Atlanta, GA. He was a New Face at the Montreal Just For Laughs Festival, has appeared on RUSSIAN DOLL (Netflix), SEARCH PARTY (TBS), THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT (CBS), and in his own comedy special on EPIX as part of their series UNPROTECTED SETS. His debut comedy album, OK, produced by Comedy Dynamics, was released in January 2018.
Armando Anto (Hulu, Prime, MTV)
Armando Anto was born and raised in France. He began studying classical violin at the French National Conservatory at the age of 5. After earning his BA in Finance, he turned his virtuoso talent into a business, embarking on a world tour of violin concerts. Performing and teaching his art for over a decade, Armando began implementing more and more comedy in his performances.
Friday Night Comedy Showcase
A hot Friday night lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show.
Saturday Night Late Show
Welcome to the late show, the most unpredictable and chaotic showtime in the comedy scene. Audiences will feel immersed in an intimate late night crowd where everyone is loose and ready to have fun. The show will include a hot lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show!
"Houston's Funniest"
The Riot presents "Houston's Funniest" in a weekly Sunday showcase that welcome back Houston comedians that have featured or headlined in Rudyard's legendary comedy room. Come party with The Riot as we introduce you to some of the best local talent we know for a Sunday evening you won't forget!
"The Couch"
The Riot presents "You Look Like," The Riot's monthly Sunday show featuring comedians going head to head in roast battles, while the audience decides who is the The Riot's roast champion. From the roasts told to the comebacks to them, this will be a hilarious show!
Tre Tutson Headlines!
If there is any show to see at The Riot, this will be the one. Tre Tutson is a Houston-based comedian that can take the smallest and most timid room and break them wide open to make a comedy omelet that almost everyone will enjoy. Tre does shows all over Houston and across the country, with his own showcase hit titled "The Tutson Interruption" where he interrupts comedians during their set that will make even your mama cry laughing.
"Minority Report" Comedy Showcase
This special standup comedy showcase will have comics bringing their best sets for a night you won't forget. Come join host Netra Netra Netra as she takes on both Tom Cruise (lookalike) and the crowd for a night full of laughter that is a great date idea, night out with friends, or for anyone looking for something different to do.
Sydnee Washington (Comedy Central, JFL)
Sydnee Washington was born in New York City but spent most of her childhood in Oakland, California. She is the host of her own Instagram Live show SYD CAN COOK and the host of Headgum's "Hobby Hunter." She co-hosts the popular podcast “The Unofficial Expert”, where she discusses her many fields of expertise, like flirting, porn, daddy issues, online dating, cookouts, stalking, sex toys, and Runaway Brides.
Friday Night Comedy Showcase
A hot Friday night lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show.
Friday Night Late Show
Check out this late show's hot lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show.
Saturday Night Late Show
Welcome to the late show, the most unpredictable and chaotic showtime in the comedy scene. Audiences will feel immersed in an intimate late night crowd where everyone is loose and ready to have fun. The show will include a hot lineup of standup comedians both local and visiting to start your weekend off right. This showcase has featured headliners that have sold out venues and local talent that steal the show!
"Houston's Funniest"
The Riot presents "Houston's Funniest" in a weekly Sunday showcase that welcome back Houston comedians that have featured or headlined in Rudyard's legendary comedy room. Come party with The Riot as we introduce you to some of the best local talent we know for a Sunday evening you won't forget!
"Unbelievable Stories"
The Riot presents Unbelievable Stories, a monthly Sunday storytelling showcase featuring comedians sharing hilarious and crazy stories, while comic host Ku Egenti narrates which parts of the stories are real and which parts are fake. From the stories told to finding out the truth behind them, this will be an exciting show for everyone!
Tom Thakkar (Conan, Comedy Central, Fallon)
Come join Tom Thakkar as he returns to headline at The Riot! Tom is a comedian you’ve seen on “Comedy Central’s Stand Up Presents,” “This Week at the Comedy Cellar,” “CONAN,” and as the host of Comedy Central’s “Stand Up with Tom Thakkar.” He spent the first half of 2020 writing sketches and jokes for SyFy’s “The Movie Show,” and before that he was the co-host of “You Up with Nikki Glaser” on SiriusXM.
Past Shows
Joe Machi
Cipha Sounds, NYC comedian headlines two comedy shows with the Riot
Zoltan Kaszas
Greg Warren
Ahamed Weinberg
Jay Jurden NYC comedian, writer, and actor performs two sold out shows at The Riot Comedy Show
Jenny Zigrino, actress, writer, and standup comedian headlining two comedy shows with The Riot
Nore Davis
LA comedian David Lucas invites an audience member on stage to show off his dance moves
NYC comedian Ian Lara headlines the Riot Comedy Show
Denver comedian and best-selling author Sam Tallent headlines two Riot Comedy Shows
Dustin Nickerson
Andy Woodhull
The Whiskey Brothers - Slade Ham, Rob Mungle, Sam Demeris, and Tre Tutson
Nationally touring comedians Jesse Peyton
NYC comedian, writer, and actor Kevin Iso visits the Riot Comedy Show!
Jourdain Fisher
NYC comedian Jenna Teeman comes by to perform on The Riot.
A date night has fun at The Riot Comedy Show
L.A. Comedian J.F. Harris performs two shows on the Riot running his hour for his new comedy special
A date night at the Riot Comedy Show
You Look Like - a monthly roast contest
LA Standup comedian Ryan Joseph on the Riot comedy show
NYC comedian Leonarda Jonie on “Comics You Should Know” Showcase
Comedian Brian Biggio on “The Interruption” with Tre Tutson
The winners of Funniest Comic in Texas show with Dez O’Neal, Ralph Barbosa, and Grady Pruitt
Visiting actor and comedian from LA, Doc Farrow
Standup Comedian Jerry Tran returns to perform in his hometown of Houston visiting from Chicago
Canadian comedian Andrew Oporto visits The Riot Comedy Show presents Jenny Zigrino show
Comedian Daryl Felsberg headlines the Riot Comedy Show
Comedian and musician Billy D. Washington headlines the Riot Comedy Show
Show creator, producer, and host Comedian Brian Gendron performs on The Riot Comedy Show
Comedians and The Whiskey Brothers podcast hosts Sam Demeris and Slade Ham perform at The Riot Comedy Show
Comedian Tre Tutson having fun on his monthly show The Riot Comedy Show presented “The Interruption”
Comedian Scotty Peterson on “Rideshare Confessions” Comedians Telling Grownup Stories comedy show
Show regular comedian Victor Tran performs on The Riot Comedy Show
Show regular, comedian Grady Pruitt performs on the “Comics You Should Know” Comedy Showcase
A group of friends enjoy comedian Ku Egenti on “The Comics You Should Know” comedy showcase
NYC comedian Brendan Gay headlines The Riot Comedy Show
Comedian Andrew Youngblood features on The Riot Comedy Show presents Jenny Zigrino show at Rudyards
Austin comedian Mike MacRae headlines The Riot Comedy Show
Comedian Zahid Dewji performing on The Riot Comedy Show
Comedians Tre Tutson and Lea’h Sampson sharing the stage at Rudyards on “The Interruption”
Comedians Tre Tutson and Mycal Dede on “The Interruption” comedy show at Rudyards
Lauren Jamison visits from San Diego, CA to perform in her hometown of Houston
The Rudyards comedy room starting to fill up before before a comedy show
Sheng Wang
Louis Katz
Tom Thakkar
About OUR PRODUCERS
Brian Gendron
Brian Gendron
Brian Gendron
Brian is an award-winning business, community leader, and stand-up comedian. He regularly performs on comedy shows around Houston and has performed in cities across the country including Boston, New York, Baltimore, and New Orleans plus all over the state of Texas. Brian produces a bi-annual charity comedy show called Haha for Hope that
Brian is an award-winning business, community leader, and stand-up comedian. He regularly performs on comedy shows around Houston and has performed in cities across the country including Boston, New York, Baltimore, and New Orleans plus all over the state of Texas. Brian produces a bi-annual charity comedy show called Haha for Hope that has raised over $14K for children related causes. He co-hosts a comedy podcast called Breaking Down Bits where he interviews the biggest names in comedy including Mark Normand, Jon Reep, Jeff Dye, and Sarah Tiana.
Brian's comedy accolades include 2019 Funniest Comic in Texas (FCiT) Semi-Finalist, winner of the 2019 Katy Comedy Contest. 2021 Lafftown's Funniest Semi-Finalist, and 2022 Tower Comedy Festival performer. Brian has been recognized as a 2018 Houston Business Journal 40 Under 40 and other community awards.
Zach Lyons
Brian Gendron
Brian Gendron
Zach is seen by many as the heart of The Riot Comedy Show. Joining the team at a time when The Riot was only producing shows a few times a week, Zach added his personal flair and experience to help improve the showroom and add consistency to a growing business. Graduating from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Communicati
Zach is seen by many as the heart of The Riot Comedy Show. Joining the team at a time when The Riot was only producing shows a few times a week, Zach added his personal flair and experience to help improve the showroom and add consistency to a growing business. Graduating from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Communication and Leadership, Zach has worked a variety positions at the university that puts him ahead as both a leader and ambassador for The Riot. He truly enjoys helping others and quickly resolves any issues that pop up throughout the weekend shows.
You can usually find Zach in the back of the room running sound and keeping an eye on the show.