National Comedy Theatre

The Story of the National Comedy Theatre

The National Comedy Theatre was founded in 2000 in Los Angeles, CA, and was quickly expanded to other cities across the nation, including San Diego. In fact, it was the San Diego location that has won awards for Best Live Comedy and which saw the city proclaim October 9 to be "National Comedy Theatre Day." Its success directly led to the opening of the New York Branch.

The venue hosts regular performances, showcase nights, college shows, and special 16-plus blue shows. With its 4,000th performance in March 2014, it became the longest-running show in the history of San Diego.

Good to Know About the National Comedy Theatre

While most shows are quite family-friendly here, certain shows are designated as "blue," and are appropriate only for audiences of 16 years of age and up. The cast does not, however, recommend the show for children under the age of 8. Parking is either street parking or valet parking.

Most shows run between 90 and 100 minutes, with some running a bit longer. Depending on when you go, you'll see one of four different casts. The theatre is wheelchair accessible for those with disabilities. An on-site snack bar sells drinks and sweets. Full dining is not offered.