AN ELEVATED STANDUP COMEDY CLUB EXPERIENCE
Shows Every Thursday - Sunday
Private Parties & Corporate Events
Shows Every Thursday - Sunday
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 includes the funniest comedians many of which you've seen on TV, with tasty food, and a full bar in a smaller intimate and casual setting. We put on over 400 show each year!
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Shows Every Thursday - Sunday
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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.
Upcoming Standup Comedy Shows
"Off The Dome"
The Riot presents "Off the Dome," a raunchy standup special where nothing is off limits, audiences will be heckled and so will the comedians. Houston comedians Patrick Eady and Jamal Rahal host this unorthodox comedy showcase and that include some of the funniest comics in the local scene. Come check out this crazy show and the people who will be in it!
"Cancel Culture"
This show isn't for the faint of heart. Comedians will push the boundaries with dark and filthy jokes and you will decide when the comic has gone too far! This will be a great time to invite your friends to a late show and be the cancel culture for a night full of laughs, gasps, food/drinks and everything in between. You won't want to miss this show!
Steph Tolev (Comedy Central, EPIX)
Steph Tolev is a stand up and sketch comedian from Toronto, Canada currently living in Los Angeles. Her unique brand of absurd and personal comedy has made her an audience favorite across North America both on stage and on television. As a stand up, Steph has done the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal four times, three of which were taped for TV. Steph made her American TV debut on Comedy Central part of Bill Burr's new show "The Ringers".
"The Couch"
The Riot presents "The Couch," a comedy show where comedians given the therapy they deserve. Come watch Albert DeLeon and Antonio Aguilar where comedians are given unsolicited advice after they perform their sets by their fellow stand up friends (and foes!). If you're looking for an unorthodox night of comedy, this is the show for you.
Rideshare Confessions Storytelling
A really fun standup comedy concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring the best Storyteller Comedians in Space City! Come for a fun date idea or night out with friends!
Don't forget about $4 pints and Steak Night at Rudyards!
"The Unusual Suspects"
This special standup comedy showcase features 5 new comics and a surprise host & headliner! It will be a night full of laughter that is a fun new date idea, night out with friends, or for anyone looking for something different to do. This show will be one you won't want to miss!
Jeremiah Watkins (HBO, Jimmy Kimmel)
Jeremiah Watkins is heralded as the comedian for making Judd Apatow fall in love with comedy again, and that’s a direct quote from Judd himself! He’s one of the three members of The Wave from Roast Battles. Other credits include Lights Out with David Spade, Netflix’s Historical Roasts, Jimmy Kimmel Live & more. Jeremiah’s off-the-cuff and physical standup style guarantee you a memorable show experience like you’ve never seen before.
"Stand-Up On The Spot"
Visiting Headliner Jeremiah Watkins (HBO, Jimmy Kimmel, Comedy Central) hosts the Friday Late Show where comedians will put their material aside and do stand up on the spot! Come see William Montgomery, Deric Poston, CJ Landry and more get familiar with their audience in a way no comedy show has done before. This will be one of the best comedy shows of the new year, reserve your tickets now! rom some of Houston's funniest comedians on dating and relationships! Plus, have your r
Valerie Tosi (Conan, IFC, Netflix)
Valerie Tosi is a Second City trained actor, writer, voiceover artist, and standup comedian. Before the world fell apart she made her late night debut on Conan, and as an actor she’s appeared in a commercial for Lyft with Kevin Hart and Ice Cube, was featured on ‘The Joel McHale Show’ on Netflix and was a guest star on ‘Stan Against Evil’ on IFC.
"Live LAUGH Love"
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!
American AF VIII: Battle of Champions
Welcome to Part Two of the American AF Championship League! American AF is a badass monthly comedy competition hosted by Patrick Eady that pits some of the best local comedians against each other, with the audience voting their favorite to win The Riot's championship belt. In this special showcase, you'll see former champions duke it out with comedy to determine who wins it all. All bets are off in this high-energy, high stakes comedy contest!
Ian Lara (HBO, Comedy Central, Tonight Show)
Ian Lara is one of the hottest rising comics in New York City. Last year he taped a set for “Comedy Central Stand up Featuring” which has garnered over 10 million views. He made an appearance on this season of “NBC’s Bring the Funny” and made his late-night debut on the tonight show with Jimmy Fallon
Friday Night Comedy Showcase
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. The lineup for this show will be released soon, reserve your tickets now!
"Current"
The Riot presents "Current," a new Sunday comedy show where current events, trends and topics are open to jokes. Patrick Eady and Chad Alexander will host this contemporary showcase of up-to-date jokes and the witty comedians who wrote them. Close out your weekend The Riot way and come check out this new show!
Comics You Should Know Showcase
A standup comedy showcase where you get to know some of the funniest comedians coming up in the Texas comedy scene. This show has featured some of Houston Favorites. Come see the next batch of comics you should know at this month's showcase!
The Gay Agenda
A unique standup concept put on by The Riot Comedy show featuring some of the funniest comedians in the LGBT+ community. This showcase welcomes anyone and everyone as we share a laugh to celebrate our similarities and differences. Come party with us and be a part of the representation in a comedy show you won't forget.
Valentine's Weekend with J.F. Harris (Comedy Central, James Corden)
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with The Riot Comedy Show and visiting headliner J.F. Harris! Widely known as one of hardest working comics in the game, J.F. Harris first came up in the downtown New York City comedy scene in the late 2000's. J.F. was first tapped to be in front of the camera by Bill Burr, who hand picking J.F. for his Comedy Central show "The Ringers." Shortly after J.F. made his breakout late night stand up debut on The Late Late Show.
Valentine's Day Comedy Showcase
Come see comedians share stories of love, heartbreak, and everything in between for the Valentine's Day Comedy Showcase at The Riot! You'll get to know these comics in ways you never thought of (or maybe wanted to) in a night to remember. Come party with local Houston comedians Kate Vance, Jeff Joe and Corlis DeLauren along with visiting headliner J.F. Harris for a night full of love, heartbreak and laughter!
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.
Drew Jordan
Brian Gendron
Brian Gendron
Drew Jordan is a Houston comic who grew up in rural east Texas. He’s a baptist preacher’s kid with a bowel disease. One divorce under his belt and the incredible ability to fully disappoint his parents in a plethora of ways. (yes, he knows what a plethora is) Not knowing what he’s doing might be his strongest asset. There’s nothing he en
Drew Jordan is a Houston comic who grew up in rural east Texas. He’s a baptist preacher’s kid with a bowel disease. One divorce under his belt and the incredible ability to fully disappoint his parents in a plethora of ways. (yes, he knows what a plethora is) Not knowing what he’s doing might be his strongest asset. There’s nothing he enjoys more than working to create awkward comedy that shares his story and connects him with others who have their own crazy weird stories.
Drew is the co-host of the Breaking Down Bits podcast.