Editor’s Note: As the temps begin to rise and the flowers begin to blossom, the top-tier selection of comedy shows to check out around Boston are also in full bloom as homegrown talent, national headliners, and open mics galore highlight the calendar. Live entertainment continues to make its way back into our social lives — mask up! stay safe! — and so 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 (June 12).
John Mulaney at MassMutual Center
Quite a bit of time has passed since John Mulaney first took the stage with his latest show, but if his return to Massachusetts harbors even slightly more power than his initial run of the material in Boston last summer, those in Springfield are sure to be treated to a titanic feat of comedy strength.
Thursday, June 9 at MassMutual Center, 1277 Main St. in Springfield, MA :: 8 p.m. :: Tickets are $59 to $165
Craig Robinson at Laugh Boston
Very few things are comedically magical as Craig Robinson at a keyboard. It’s been a few year since his late show in the area, but now The Office standout brings the soft touch of his fluffy fingers to tickle the ivories for an intimate crowd over the span of six shows.
Thursday, June 9 to Saturday, June 11 at Laugh Boston, 425 Summer St. in Boston, MA :: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. (all nights) :: Tickets are $45 to $75
Andrew Dice Clay at Chevalier Theatre
The original bad boy of comedy is making his way back to the area for the first time in a little while, and here’s to hoping his latest batch of material packs a much of a punch as it has in the past. Hopefully, we’re on the doorstep of a new special or album from “The Dice Man,” but even if we aren’t, that just means that this show is going be even more scorchingly unique and gloriously over the top.
Friday, June 10 at Chevalier Theatre, 30 Forest St. in Medford, MA :: 7:30 p.m. :: Tickets are $39 to $59