Upcoming shows!
Pun Intended Punslam @Capitol Hill Comedy/Bar Thursday, December 21st
Pun Intended Punslam @Cryptatropa Bar Friday, February 5th!
Pun Intended Punslam @Cryptatropa Bar Friday, February 5th!
Third Thursdays! (generally)
Doors/Sign-up 6:30pm, Show 7:30pm
210 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98102
Pun Intended Punslam @Cryptatropa Bar Friday, February 5th!
Pun Intended Punslam @Cryptatropa Bar Friday, February 5th!
Pun Intended Punslam @Cryptatropa Bar Friday, February 5th!
First Fridays!!!
Doors/Sign-up 7pm, Show 7:30pm
421 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Comedy & Storytelling Peer Workshop Open-Mic @Rhythms Coffee
Comedy & Storytelling Peer Workshop Open-Mic @Rhythms Coffee
Comedy & Storytelling Peer Workshop Open-Mic @Rhythms Coffee
Every Tuesday, 7pm - 9pm (ish)
210 4th Ave W, Olympia, WA 98501
Medical Horrors @Cryptatropa Bar Saturday, December 9th
Comedy & Storytelling Peer Workshop Open-Mic @Rhythms Coffee
Comedy & Storytelling Peer Workshop Open-Mic @Rhythms Coffee
Doors 6:30pm, Show 7pm
421 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Your hostess is back!
Your hostess's back!
Pun Intended with Mistress of Pheremonies, Master of Ceremonies, Forest E.I. Ember
Pun Intended Punslam is a slam-style pun-making competition.
What is a Pun-Slam? Allow us to walk you through this event…
Step 1: Arrive - A fantastic decision; you’re already winning!
Step 2: Decide if you intend to compete, would like to judge, or just sit back and enjoy the show.
Step 3: If you decide to compete, you are now an Intender, intending to win, come up with up to 2 mins of punny material related to the topic of your choice!
For example, if your prompt is “cheese” your shtick could go something along the lines of, “Wow, everyone here is really lookin’ Sharp; I hope ya’ll don’t get too Shredded! You little Muensters spending lots of Cheddar tonight? Tipping your bar staff, I hope!”
You will also receive free entry, a drink ticket, and the chance to win a prize!!
If you decide to be a judge, you will be handed a dry-erase board and marker (for the evening).
- 3 rounds
- (up to) 8 Intenders
- 5 judges
- 1 ChampiPun!
In between rounds,
local comedians will perform punny sets!!!!
How The Competition Works:
Round 1 - In pairs of two, Intenders approach the stage and are given a prompt from the audience to collaboratively pun about (no one goes on stage alone for the first round and we are making friends here)!
Round 2 - The Intenders come up one by one to share their puns with the topic of their choice decided on before the fun began!
Round 3 - The top 4 punners pun-off head to head until we have a ChampiPun who wins a prize, bragging rights, and big cheers!
Ready for a terrific night of fun and laughter?
Get your tickets today!
*Format and times may differ slightly from show to show
Are you a chronic literary offender?
Recovering from a wordsmithing bender?
Get off your buns
& Sharpen your puns
‘Cause here comes the fabulous Forest Ember
The task before you is clear
8 of you must volunteer
For 3 rounds of fudges
‘Front 5 esteemed judges
While the rest of us laugh, drink & cheer!
1st round, is collaborative by pluck
Since the prompt, as mentioned, is potluck
Just moments to think
It will go by in a blink
And leave all with jaws dropped and awestruck
2nd, take time to think in new ways
Atop a pre-written phrase
Some will advance
To take a big chance
With the audience's clever repartee's
Thirdly the final exam
Goes mono a mono to deprogram
The pun once so maligned
Will tonight be enshrined
So vote for your most favorite slam(mer)
Against the tallest of odds
We’ve found the punniest bipods
Please give a donation
& help the elevation
Of our champion’s monetary applause!
*Format may differ slightly from show to show
The final knowdown
Top punners go head to head in the final round.
Our affiliates
Cryptatropa Bar
"The Crypt is a dark throwback to old-school Olympia, bringing all of the counter-culture movements together in one Queer, inclusive space where everyone can appreciate different facets of the Arts: Live Music, Theater, & Comedy, while enjoying specialty cocktails and engaging in an alchemical foray into local wildcrafting and magical infusions to tantalize your senses and also your mind.
We strive to be a community hub and accomplish a cozy, pink glow--a Queer-friendly sanctuary from the reality of modern society.
Come find something delicious, somewhere in the dark, comforting underbelly of the Crypt."
ABOUT CAPITOL HILL COMEDY / BAR
Capitol Hill Comedy / Bar is a unique stand-up comedy venue situated in the bustling Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle. Our aim is to provide a platform for local comedians to showcase their talent and entertain audiences six nights a week.
At Capitol Hill Comedy / Bar, our priority is to create an atmosphere that is enjoyable, inviting, and memorable for all who visit. The bar's cozy and intimate setting provides the perfect backdrop for a night of live comedy and great drinks.
Capitol Hill Comedy / Bar is dedicated to supporting the art and craft of stand-up comedy with integrity and professionalism. We believe that creating a safe, accessible, and respectful environment is of utmost importance. Our goal is to provide a harassment-free environment, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body type, or race. All comics performing on our stage must adhere to our code of conduct, which outlines expectations for respectful behavior and language, helping to create a safe and welcoming space for both comics and guests. We are proud to be a part of the local comedy community and are committed to fostering a positive, supportive environment for all.