The Mic on State
Comedy on State 202 State St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
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Comedy on State’s long-running Wednesday open mic is a favorite stop for stand-up watchers, and a performance rite of passage for local and regional comedians. This Halloween the venue is hosting a bonus night of open mic, with a costume contest. Stand-ups can now sign up online starting at noon, but you have to be at Comedy on State for the show to learn who gets a coveted lineup spot. Doors open for audience members at 7:30 p.m., first come, first served.
media release: *Sign up to perform will be available 12pm – 7pm on 10/31/24*
Get your freak on at our Halloween open mic! Costumes encouraged! Costume contest with crowd favorite vote, prize(s) TBD!
No reservations, walk up only.
Thursday, October 31 | Doors at 7:30 p.m. | Admission: $5 at door
How do I sign up to perform?
Sign up is available 12pm- 7pm on Thursday, 10/31/24 and is now ONLINE ONLY. Please note that signing up does not guarantee a spot on the show. We usually have around 40-50 comedians sign up every week with hopes of getting one of the 20 available spots.
When will I know if I’m performing?
List of performers is put out promptly at 8:30pm. This list is not posted online. You must be present to find out if you are performing.
How long is each set?
Sets are 3-5 minutes in length. Most sets are 3 minutes long.
Is there a 2 beverage minimum for the Open Mic?
Nope! The Mic is different from our regular weekly shows so there is no beverage minimum. We do still have full bar service!
Can I make a reservation to hold spots?
Unfortunately, no. All seats are first come first serve. We recommend arriving early to guarantee a spot in the showroom.
Curious about other Open Mics and events? Check out localmadisoncomedy.com
Any other questions call us at 608-256-0099 or email info@madisoncomedy.com