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Comedy Club, Bar, and Theater
Downtown Austin, Austin
"... with Kleenex bc you'll laugh so hard tears will flow!!! Great show-so..."(5 Tips)
"national comedians at this timeless Austin comedy venue."(3 Tips)"Hilarious theater comedy show."(2 Tips)
"Austin Gem, can’t miss entertainment at this establishment"(2 Tips)
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JeremyApril 8, 2016Must go to this show if in town! Look forward to going again when we are back in Austin. HIL-arious.Upvote4Downvote- Merideth McCallick EricksonApril 27, 2014Get there early to get good seats- come with Kleenex bc you'll laugh so hard tears will flow!!! Great show-so funny!!!
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IFCMarch 7, 2013There’s so much great comedy to be seen during the SXSW festival and Esther’s is definitely a top place to check out… right after you stop into the IFC Crossroads House, of course.Upvote13Downvote
Half Past NowMarch 11, 2013Sit in one of the first few rows if you want to be picked as a volunteer!! Check out halfpastnow.com to see more comedy shows going on in ATX!
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- Jennifer RuizJuly 17, 2018Hilarious theater comedy show. If you've been before, go again, because it's never the same but always a laugh.Upvote1Downvote
HISTORYAugust 4, 2010Transformed from a pool parlor in 1977, this venue has become one of the states premier comedy complexes to this day. This club has gained national recognition and now has a loyal fan base.Upvote9Downvote
Alec GardnerMay 26, 2013This show is incredible. If you sit in the front row, prepare to be part of the act. It's super fun though, get into it!UpvoteDownvote
Zach HendersonMarch 12, 20133rd year in a row coming here during SXSW. Amazing comedy club, staff is awesome. Definitely a staple!Upvote1Downvote
SaundraJanuary 30, 2013According to Sl8tr, worth a couple hours break on a Friday night. Air conditioned (shocker), seating and good timesUpvote2Downvote
JBLJuly 30, 2013Need a laugh after a long travel day? Esther's is the place to be! Continually updating the routine, it never gets stale. You'll want to go back ... and back, and then back again.UpvoteDownvote
Dustin HaleyAugust 23, 2015Was very impressed with the relevance of the show! Very funny cast!UpvoteDownvote
- Will MahonyDecember 13, 2022Austin Gem, can’t miss entertainment at this establishmentUpvoteDownvote
JoyceApril 22, 2013Funny and witty! If you're shy, try not to sit in the front rows, you will be picked onUpvoteDownvote
Andrea SofiaMarch 13, 2012Go to Esther's Slammin' sliders on the corner. Ask for the quinoa burger. AmazingUpvoteDownvote- Merideth McCallick EricksonApril 27, 2014One of my favorites!!! I do not like you, Sam I am!UpvoteDownvote
Leanne McNeilMarch 16, 2012SET LIST is the most unbelievable show I've EVER seen. Don't miss!UpvoteDownvote
- Steve F.March 16, 2011Laugh and be merry with top local, regional and national comedians at this timeless Austin comedy venue.Upvote2Downvote
Social News NetworkJune 28, 2012Sit in the front during the show! It is way more fun!Upvote1Downvote
Austintatious DealsOctober 6, 2010Great Fun for ACL this weekend from Esther's Follies. We're here now securing our ticket for $10 through. More on austintatiousdeals.comUpvoteDownvote
Jennifer SenelickJuly 25, 2010Get your tickets before the show. This is a show you won't want to miss!!!UpvoteDownvote
Pinyo™February 22, 2013UpvoteDownvote
Bum Squad DJz WorldwideSeptember 17, 2011Another place we like to come check out when we are in Austin!!Upvote2Downvote
Anastasia GarciaMarch 16, 2011Catch shows when you can, the last surprise and unannounced guest was Aziz Ansari!UpvoteDownvote
KuzinMarch 12, 2013Screw the SXSW Parties, this is the best place to spend your nights.Upvote2Downvote
Jonathan JesseSeptember 20, 2009Went there for a work event and it was great, became involved in magician showUpvoteDownvote
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- 7:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 7:00 PM–11:30 PM
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