LOCAL LAUGHS Standup Showcase

Every Friday BABS Comedy Club brings the funny in full force with a hand-picked lineup of rising stars and killer headliners you’ve seen at the biggest comedy clubs in Chicago and across the country. This is comedy up close and hilarious.

CHECK OUT THIS FRIDAY 11/7 LINEUP!

⭐️Alex Ridge — An up-and-coming comic noted for a laid-back, conversational delivery and a Midwest perspective. He was featured on a regional “Watch List” at Comedy Plex and has been building his set across Midwest clubs

⭐️ Shelley Wright — A warm and funny comic who brings life anecdotes and community-humor to her stage work. Shelley also co-produces some of your other local favorite shows such as Comedy Mirror in Oak Park and Funny’s at Friendly’s in Berwyn.

⭐️ Xavier Smith — Not only a standup comic, but an improvisor and sketch actor, Xavier brings energy and charisma to the stage with his personal storytelling and quick wit. He’s a well-loved fixture in the scene, performing at clubs like Red Room, Zanies, Lincoln Lodge, and more.

🌟 🌟 Brandon Kieffer, Your Headliner— A Georgia-born, Chicago-based comedian known for roast-battle style, hilariously relatable bits, and sharp crowd-work. Brandon has worked every room in Chicago, opened for national acts, and recently self-released a ½-hour special titled “Possum.”

No overpriced drinks. No two-drink minimum. Just you, your friends, your favorite snacks, and some of the best stand-up in the city.

🎟️ Grab your $20 ticket now — before this cozy room sells out.

🪑 Limited seating. Big laughs.

📍 BABS COMEDY CLUB – 7316 Madison St.

📆 This Friday @ 8PM