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5 questions with comedian Melissa Doran

Melissa Doran is one of the most popular and successful comics in the Louisville scene. She will be headlining a comedy show March 18 at Aloft Louisville Downtown.

Melissa recently took the time to answer some questions from Creig Ewing.

What has it been like doing comedy during Covid?

Comedy during covid has been pretty much non-existent. Because shows are so few and far between for such long stretches of time it is a challenge to do well every time you get on stage. 

But it also reinvigorated me.

I realized how much I love this thing to do it and do so poorly again. I really connect with what you must go through when you perform Creig. 

You recently moved to Louisville. How’s that going?

I recently moved to Louisville with my now fiance after not living with a man for almost 14 years. I made sure we lived on the 11th floor so I always have an out.

I was living in southern Indiana before this so I feel like I’m basically living in the epicenter of culture and diversity. Comparatively. 

How would you describe your comedy?

Wow. These questions are super compelling. On that note I’d say my comedy is sarcastic. I try to be authentic but I also like the classic art of writing  jokes.

My favorite thing about stand-up is connecting with the audience. I like to feel like we’re hanging out, having a drink and forgetting our bullshit for a night. 

What jokes of yours do people remember best?

I do a Derby joke that is always very popular in Louisville for obvious reasons. I also slam on southern Indiana pretty hard, which Louisville also seems to like.

If you’ve ever been there that is also for obvious reasons. 

West End Pookie is also on the show March 18. What is her comedy like?

The times I’ve seen West End Pookie she’s always been clever and extremely authentic. She doesn’t hold back and her energy is electric.

She’ll make you laugh just with her presence. That’s the sign of a truly good comedian.

Tickets for the Thursday Comedy Night show from Louisville Laughs are $10 or $30 for a reserved table that seats up to four. Tickets are available here.

The SUPERLIST of Louisville comedy Feb. 26

The SUPERLIST of Louisville comedy from Louisville Laughs.

Here are the upcoming comedy shows and open mics in the Louisville area. If we missed your event, let us know.

Friday, Feb. 26

7:30 p.m. – Rich Ragains, The Caravan Louisville

9:30 p.m. – Rich Ragains, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, Feb. 27

7:30 p.m. – Rich Ragains, The Caravan Louisville

9:30 p.m. – Rich Ragains, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, Feb. 28

6 p.m. — All-entertainment open mic, 21st In Germantown

Monday, March 1

8 p.m. — Mic’d Up Mondays comedy open mic with Chris Cognac, Nirvana Louisville

Tuesday, March 2

7:30 p.m. – Comedy open mic from Full Circle Comedy, 21st In Germantown

Wednesday, March 3

7:30 p.m. – Laughs In The Lounge Comedy Open Mic with guest host John Smothers and special guest Ryan Riker, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. — Big Howell and Possum Live! Planet of the Tapes

Thursday, March 4

7 p.m. – All-entertainment open mic, AIR DEVIL’S INN

7:30 p.m. – Greg Hahn, The Caravan Louisville

7:30 p.m. – Thursday Comedy Showcase from Louisville Laughs with host Creig Ewing, Aloft Louisville Downtown

8 p.m. — Show and Tell with Keith McGill, Planet of the Tapes

8 p.m. – Comedy open mic with Mrbikey Thecomedian, Lavish Looks Hairstyles and Cocktails

Friday, March 5

7:30 p.m. – Greg Hahn, The Caravan Louisville

9:30 p.m. – Greg Hahn, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 6

7:30 p.m. – Greg Hahn, The Caravan Louisville

9:30 p.m. – Greg Hahn, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 7

6 p.m. — All-entertainment open mic, 21st In Germantown

Monday, March 8

8 p.m. — Comedy open mic with Chris Cognac, Nirvana Louisville

Tuesday, March 9

7:30 p.m. – Comedy open mic from Full Circle Comedy, 21st In Germantown

Wednesday, March 10

7:30 p.m. – Laughs In The Lounge Comedy Open Mic with guest host Creig Ewing and special guest James Ferguson, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. — Big Howell and Possum Live! Planet of the Tapes

Thursday, March 11

7 p.m. – All-entertainment open mic, Air Devil’s Inn

7:30 p.m. – Brad Lanning, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. – Comedy open mic with MrBikey TheComedian, Lavish Looks, 935 W. Hill St.

Friday, March 12

7:30 p.m. – Brad Lanning, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. – Lexington Comedy Takeover from Full Circle Comedy, 21st in Germantown

9:30 p.m. – Brad Lanning, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 13

7:30 p.m. – Brad Lanning, The Caravan Louisville

9:30 p.m. – Brad Lanning, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 14

6 p.m. — All-entertainment open mic, 21st In Germantown

Monday, March 15

8 p.m. — Comedy open mic with Chris Cognac, Nirvana Louisville

Tuesday, March 16

7:30 p.m. – Comedy open mic from Full Circle Comedy, 21st In Germantown

Wednesday, March 17

7:30 p.m. – Laughs In The Lounge Comedy Open Mic with guest host Jeremiah Martin-Comedy and special guest Lee Michael Kimbrell, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. — Big Howell and Possum Live! Planet of the Tapes

Thursday, March 18

7 p.m. – All-entertainment open mic, Air Devil’s Inn

7:30 p.m. – Thursday Comedy Night from Louisville Laughs with Melissa Doran, Aloft Louisville Downtown

7:30 p.m. — Show Up And Go Up open mic with host Danny Browning, The Caravan Louisville

8 p.m. — We Still Like You with Mandee McKelvey and Chris Vititoe, Planet of the Taps

8 p.m. – Comedy open mic with MrBikey TheComedian, Lavish Looks, 935 W. Hill St.

Friday, March 19

7:30 p.m. – Alex Reymundo, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 20

7 p.m. – Jokes N Jazz, 21st in Germantown

7:30 p.m. – Alex Reymundo, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 21

6 p.m. — All-entertainment open mic, 21st In Germantown

Superlist of Louisville Comedy Feb. 29

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The SUPERLIST of Louisville comedy for Feb. 29. This is a listing of comedy (or all-entertainment) open mics, show and showcases in the Louisville area. Let us know if we missed your event.

 

Also, check out Louisville is Funny on Facebook.

Saturday, Feb. 29
7 p.m. – Diego Anttanasio Live, Comedy By The Bridge, 628 Michigan Ave., Jeffersonville
7:30 p.m. – Holly Lynnea Live! Four Pegs Beer Lounge
7:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville
7:30 p.m. — Five Spot Comedy Show, The Bard’s Town
9:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 1
7 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Sunday Comedy Showcase, Aloft Louisville Downtown

Monday, March 2
8 p.m. — Funday Mondays open mic at Mellwood Tavern from Louisville Is Funny

Tuesday, March 3
8 p.m. — Comedy open mic, Cafe’ 360
9 p.m. – Kaijuesdays: Campaign In The Ass, Kaiju

Wednesday, March 4
7:30 p.m. – Wednesday Comedy Showcase, The Caravan Louisville

Thursday, March 5
6:30 p.m. – Open Mic Night, all entertainment, Louisville Recovery Community Connection, 620 S. 3rd St.
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
8 p.m. — Night of Laughs, Double Barrel, New Albany
10 p.m. — Comedy Collider open mic, The Bard’s Town
10 p.m. — The Vibe open mic, Nirvana Louisville

Friday, March 6
6 p.m. – Cocktails and Comedy Shabbat with Joel Chasnoff, The Temple – Congregation Adath Israel Brith Sholom
6 p.m. – Comedy Night, Covered Bridge Golf Club, Sellersburg, Ind.
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
8 p.m. – Chris Tucker: Live In Concert, Louisville Palace
9:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
10 p.m. – Gonzo Improv March Madness Show, The Bard’s Town
11:59 p.m. — Freeky Friday Comedy Show, Cafe’ 360

Saturday, March 7
7 p.m. – Improv 502 presents: Mythology Loves Company, OPEN Community Arts Center
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
8 p.m. – Improv Anonymous presents: It’s Almost Spring, The Bard’s Town
9:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 8
7 p.m. – Comedy Open Mic, Wick’s Pizza Parlor, New Albany
7:30 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Louisville vs. Lexington IV, Gravely Brewing Co
9:30 p.m. – Comedy Attack open mic, Kaiju

Monday, March 9
8 p.m. — Funday Mondays open mic at Mellwood Tavern from Louisville Is Funny

Tuesday, March 10
6 p.m. – Lady Laundry Mic with The Hystericals, Aunt Bee’s Launderette
8 p.m. – Comedy Night, Pints&union
8 p.m. — Comedy open mic, Cafe’ 360
10 p.m. – Kaijuesdays: Game Show Night, Kaiju

Wednesday, March 11
7 p.m. – Trey Kennedy The Are You For Real? Tour, Kentucky Performing Arts
7:30 p.m. – Wednesday Comedy Showcase, The Caravan Louisville

Thursday, March 12
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
7:30 p.m. – All-entertainment open mic, Four Pegs Beer Lounge
10 p.m. — Comedy Collider open mic, The Bard’s Town
10 p.m. — The Vibe all-entertainment open mic, Nirvana Louisville

Friday, March 13
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
9:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 14
7 p.m. – Mo Alexander Live! Comedy By the Bridge, 628 Michigan Ave., Jeffersonville
7:30 p.m. – Cliff Cash Live!, Four Pegs Beer Lounge
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
8 p.m. – There’s No Place Like Home Comedy Expose, KULA Gallery
8 p.m. – Second Saturday Improv with The Hystericals, The Bard’s Town
9:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
10:30 p.m. – Laugh Olympics 4, Tracks Bar and Grill

Sunday, March 15
7 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Sunday Comedy Showcase, Aloft Louisville Downtown

SUPERLIST of Louisville comedy Feb. 28

Friday, Feb. 28
7:30 p.m. – Holly Lynnea Live! Four Pegs Beer Lounge
7:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville
9 p.m. – SOS Comedy Showcase, 21st Amendment Tavern
9:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville
10 p.m. — Cliffnotes of Insanity: The Princess Bride in 30 Minutes or Less, The Bard’s Town

Saturday, Feb. 29
7 p.m. – Diego Anttanasio Live, Comedy By The Bridge, 628 Michigan Ave., Jeffersonville
7:30 p.m. – Holly Lynnea Live! Four Pegs Beer Lounge
7:30 p.m. — The Five Spot Comedy Show, The Bard’s Town
7:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville
9:30 p.m. – Dale Jones, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 1
7 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Sunday Comedy Showcase, Aloft Louisville Downtown

Monday, March 2
8 p.m. — Funday Mondays open mic at Mellwood Tavern from Louisville Is Funny

Tuesday, March 3
8 p.m. — Comedy open mic, Cafe’ 360
9 p.m. – Kaijuesdays, Kaiju

Wednesday, March 4
7:30 p.m. – Wednesday Comedy Showcase, The Caravan Louisville

Thursday, March 5
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
10 p.m. — Comedy Collider open mic, The Bard’s Town
10 p.m. — The Vibe open mic, Nirvana Louisville

Friday, March 6
6 p.m. – Cocktails and Comedy Shabbat with Joel Chasnoff, @The Temple — Congregation Adath Israel Brith Sholom
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
7:30 p.m. — Mad Hatter Shows presents Pat Godwin and Reno Collier, Diamond Pub Highlands and Concert Hall
8 p.m. – Chris Tucker: Live In Concert, Louisville Palace
9:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 7
7 p.m. – Improv 502 presents: Mythology Loves Company, OPEN Community Arts Center
7:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville
9:30 p.m. – Bill Boronkay, The Caravan Louisville

Sunday, March 8
7 p.m. – Comedy Open Mic, Wick’s Pizza Parlor, New Albany
7:30 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Louisville vs. Lexington IV, Gravely Brewing Co
9:30 p.m. – Comedy Attack open mic, Kaiju

Monday, March 9
8 p.m. — Funday Mondays open mic at Mellwood Tavern from Louisville Is Funny

Tuesday, March 10
6 p.m. – Lady Laundry Mic with The Hystericals, Aunt Bee’s Launderette
8 p.m. – Comedy Night, Pints&union
8 p.m. — Comedy open mic, Cafe’ 360
9 p.m. – Kaijuesdays, Kaiju

Wednesday, March 11
7 p.m. – Trey Kennedy The Are You For Real? Tour, Kentucky Performing Arts
7:30 p.m. – Wednesday Comedy Showcase, The Caravan Louisville

Thursday, March 12
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
7:30 p.m. – All-entertainment open mic, Four Pegs Beer Lounge
10 p.m. — Comedy Collider open mic, The Bard’s Town
10 p.m. — The Vibe all-entertainment open mic, Nirvana Louisville

Friday, March 13
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
9:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville

Saturday, March 14
7 p.m. – Mo Alexander Live! Comedy By the Bridge, 628 Michigan Ave., Jeffersonville
7:30 p.m. – Clifton Freeman Cash Live!, Four Pegs Beer Lounge
7:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
8 p.m. – There’s No Place Like Home Comedy Expose, Kula Gallery, 536 S. 4th St.
9:30 p.m. – Davin Rosenblatt, The Caravan Louisville
10:30 p.m. – Laugh Olympics 4, Tracks Bar and Grill

Sunday, March 15
7 p.m. – Louisville Is Funny presents Sunday Comedy Showcase, Aloft Louisville Downtown

5 Questions with comedian Holly Lynnea

Get to know Louisville comedian Holly Lynnea.

Holly Lynnea is a comedian, writer, actor and dancer from Louisville, who has performed comedy across the US and Canada.

She will be appearing on Feb. 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Four Pegs Beer Lounge in Germantown along with comedian Tim Northern. Tickets are available at louisvilletickets.com

Holly recently answered five questions from Creig Ewing of Louisville Is Funny.

You’re from Louisville. So first question is what school did you go to? 

Holly: Fern Creek High School

You are coming off a couple weeks of shows in Colorado. How did those go? Do the clubs have a two-edible minimum?

Colorado shows were great! I performed at Comedy Works a couple of times and at LOTS of breweries and bars in multiple cities. All shows we’re packed venues, even in a foot of snow!

Two edible minimum? Thank God, they don’t!

What are some of the writing and TV projects you have going on?

I’ve got a pilot I just started. I’m really excited about it, and some acting collaborations in the works. All Hollywood hush hush.

Not only are you a comedian, writer and actor, but you also have a background in dance. How does that help you on stage?

Teaching ballroom in group settings and using humor to take the sting/awkwardness out of uncomfortable situations we all deal with … tapping into that, is how dance has played a role in my stage show.

Tell us about a really bad show you remember.

It was a show in a church basement, there was clouds of weed smoke in the air and plenty of liquor on the tables. Let’s just say, that show did not go well. I was less than two years in comedy and I did not get a lot of laughs, but a whole lot of teeth sucking.

Find out more about Holly on her website: hollylynnea.com

Holly Lynnea Feb. 28-29

Kentucky vs. Louisville fans

I used to work in the sports department at the Louisville Courier-Journal. That was a challenge. People in Kentucky are crazy about college sports.

I would take calls from readers all the time.

UofL fans might ask, “Why didn’t you have anything on the Cards on the sports front today?”

I’d say something like, “It’s a slow time for UofL, and we try to give the writer a day off. We have a story coming tomorrow.”

They think they have you then.

“You had a story on UK on the front. I guess your UK writer doesn’t get the day off.”

But I was ready.

“Well, UK won the basketball championship last night. So …”

Their response was always the same.

“Y’all should just move to Lexington!”

Slam!

UofL fans are hard on their smartphones.

UK fans are just as unreasonable, though.

They think everything UK does is more important than mouth breathing.

They only thing they like better than a UK victory is a UofL scandal.

So they have been really happy lately, actually.

A UK fan might call and complain that UK’s victory against Winthrop got a smaller photo than UofL’s victory over Duke.

When you explain that the UofL-Duke game was a better matchup, they get mad.

“Y’all should just move to Louisville.”

Slam!