Editor’s Note: The shot clock has been reset and we’re in the early innings of a brand new year. However, we all know just how grey and cold the winter months can feel once the holidays wrap up, so comedy is continuing to do the Lord’s work by giving us something to smile (or groan, wince, or gasp) at. With homegrown talent, national headliners, and open mics galore highlighting the calendar, the plethora of powerful comedy throughout the commonwealth continues to show up, night after night. 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 (March 17).
Gary Gulman at Cabot Theatre
There’s nothing quite like a Gary Gulman homecoming, and with his book and a new hour of stand-up serving as the catalysts for his return, it’s sure to be a hell of a start to the festive weekend, with two full doses of heartfelt storytelling excellence delivered by the elite-level comedy wordsmith. To get properly amped, revisit our ReVue Stage column on Born on 3rd Base from January.
GARY GULMAN :: Thursday, March 14 and Friday, March 15 at Cabot Theatre, 286 Cabot St. in Beverly, MA :: 8 p.m., $47 to $86.50 :: Advance tickets
Hot Dog! at George’s Coney Island
You never want to know what’s going on inside of a hot dog. But one thing we do want to know is what’s going on inside George’s Coney Island as Shaun Connolly and co. bring their legendary local show back to its roots once again. You get free comedy *and* delicious chili cheese glizzies? That’s what’s up.
HOT DOG! :: Friday, March 15 at George’s Coney Island, 158 Southbridge Street in Worcester, MA :: 8 p.m., free admission :: Event Info
Roy Wood Jr. at The Wilbur
Simply one of the best and brightest comedy minds on the scene today, Roy Wood Jr. returns to The Wilbur to dish on a whole new batch of observations and reflections. You’re just never gonna go wrong if you decide to sit in on a RWJ show. It’s dangerously close to a master class, if not already there. So buckle up, class is in session.
ROY WOOD JR. :: Friday, March 15 at The Wilbur, 246 Tremont St. in Boston, MA :: 6:30 p.m., $29 to $49 :: Advance tickets
Jimmy Cash at Tuckerman Hall
St. Patrick’s Day weekend might be coming up, but there actually aren’t many other ways it can be celebrated aside from checking out the Janitor with Stamina as he takes on his biggest room yet with the mostly sold-out support of his hometown behind him. Joined by Boston comedy legend Mike Donovan, Cash is about to write his own chapter in the history of Worcester’s bustling arts scene.
JIMMY CASH :: Friday, March 15 to Sunday, March 17 at Tuckerman Hall, 10 Tuckerman St. in Worcester, MA :: Friday at Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m., $30 :: Advance tickets