Editor’s Note: Even in the dead of winter, there is never a shortage of comedy shows to check out around Boston, as homegrown talent, national headliners, and open mics galore highlight the calendar. As live entertainment slowly makes its way back into our social lives — mask up! stay safe! — we always want to make sure you know about cool stuff going on in the world of comedy. Enter Mic’d Up, our ongoing weekly series that details the best live comedy shows to consider as you head out and about. Below find our rundown for this week, through Sunday (February 13).
How ‘Bout Booksmith? at Brookline Booksmith
Comedy shows at bookstores seem like a novel idea (ba dum tiss), and this lineup of local stand-up standouts will show you just why it’s such a fun idea. Featuring Kindra Lansburg, Ryan Shea, Jason Cordova and more, this free show has everything you could ask for to make for a great pre-Valentine entertainment.
Thursday, February 11 at 6 p.m. :: Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St. in Brookline, MA :: Free
Kenice Mobley at White Bull Tavern
If there’s a topic of the day to be covered, chances are Kenice Mobley has covered it, and done so with precision and thought-provoking execution. Whether it’s personal, political, or just talking about every day occurrences, Mobley has shown her ability to make it all flow together.
Friday, February 11 and Saturday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. (both nights) :: White Bull Tavern, 1 Union St. in Boston :: Tickets are $20
Love’s a Joke at Laugh Boston
Becoming as much of a tradition in its own right as the holiday itself, join a slew of top-notch comics like Al Ducharme, Bernadette Pauley, Vicky Kuperman, Tom Cotter and more as they explore all things surrounding love with their own hilarious twists.
Friday, February 11 to Monday, February 14 :: Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.; Sunday at 1 p.m.; Monday at 8 p.m. :: Laugh Boston, 425 Summer St. in Boston :: Tickets are $29
Relationship Counseling at Nick’s Comedy Stop
Valentine’s Day may not be for everyone, but this show truly is. Join Corey Saunders, Kathleen DeMarle, Al Park and Marie Connor as they wield their comedic forces to navigate through the dysfunctional seas of relationships.
Saturday, February 12 at 8 p.m. :: Nick’s Comedy Stop, 100 Warrenton St. in Boston :: Tickets are $20
Rubber Duck Comedy at Cambridge Community Center
Not to be cheeky, but this lineup is anything but a quack. Aside from Dan Boulger headlining, which is a no-brainer of a solid move, you’ve got Rob Crean, AJ Bell, Michelle Poole and music from Anna Van? All at a tiered ticket price? Well, sign us up.
Saturday, February 12 at 8 p.m. :: Cambridge Community Center, 5 Callender St. in Cambridge :: Tickets are $5 to $25