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Writers’ Room
Comedy Accelerator Workshop at Creek & The Cave
Free Weekly Comedy Development Workshop
Every Sunday • Doors at 3:00 • Workshop 3:30–5:00 PMFree workshop dedicated to helping standups and comedy writers transition into full-on pros, develop new material, and get work beyond Austin.
Hosted at Creek and the Cave at 611 E. Seventh, 611 E. Seventh Austin, TX 78701.
Collaborative and friendly space, open to anyone, hosted by Dan French.
What Happens Each Week
3:00 PM — Doors open
Ask specific questions about the comedy industry, get career advice.3:30–5:00 PM — Workshop
Each week features a rotating theme or skill: joke structure, late-night monologue jokes, roasts, brand writing, writing for other comics, punch-up practice, topical jokes, voice, delivery, and more.We usually:
learn or discuss a writing technique or format
do guided writing exercises
get on stage to share material
give and receive supportive feedback and tags
It’s not a mic. It’s not a show.
It’s a development space — collaborative, fun, and fast-moving.
What You’ll Get Out of It
new jokes every week
stronger punchlines and structure
practice writing in different formats
clear insight into the business side of comedyhow to earn money writing jokes
a consistent weekly writing routinea supportive community of comedy-nerds
A working session to map your fastest path to paid work in comedy
Practical direction on what you do best and where it pays (standup, acting, writing, digital)
Comics, writers, storytellers, speakers who want real income, not just stage time
Talent with pieces in place but no clear plan to monetize
Who Teaches It
The workshop is led by Dan French — Emmy-nominated late-night comedy writer, standup comedian, speaker, and ex-professor. His career includes:
staff writer for The Late Late Show, Dennis Miller, and The Best Damn Sports Show Period
writer for George Lopez, Wanda Sykes, and David Letterman
3,000+ standup performances -- clubs, cruises, corporate, etc, etc
Ph.D. in Rhetoric
former professor at UT Austin, Cal State Fullerton, and University of Louisville
Dan brings a rare combination of writing expertise, industry experience, and teaching ability. Connect with Dan on Instagram @comedyaccelerator. You can join the Facebook group and sign up for the newsletter at https://linktr.ee/comedyaccelerator
Comedians On The Rise
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
The Creek and The Cave Open Mic
FREE with RSVP! $5 at door. Every Sunday at 8pm.
Also featuring ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR!
Austin has become home to some of the best rising and veteran comedians in the world. Come see these killers try out their newest material in one of the hottest comedy clubs in the city. Or maybe you’d rather try your hand at comedy yourself, sign up info below.
Sign ups go live via email Monday-Friday, simply send your full name to creekandcaveopenmic@gmail.com. Comedians will be chosen each week and will receive 3-4 minute sets. If you do not make the list, feel free to show up and put your name in the bucket. 4 random names will be chosen from the bucket and those people will receive sets as well.
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
Banana Phone
FREE! Every Sunday at 10pm.
An Open Mic where hecklers ring in. Hosted by Kandace Medina.
Late night drink specials!
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
The Monday Gamble Mic
FREE! Every Monday at 6pm.
Signups in person.
Judgment Day
Judgment day is an interactive comedy show where Comics will share a confession that they are willing to riff about on stage. The show will be hosted and “judged” by two Black Comics Jemischa and Genivive, leaning into the stereotype of Black women being unapologetically judgy. Audience members will also get to vote on which confession was the most hilarious or most unforgivable! Join us at the Creek and the Cave for the boldest comedy show in town!
New Joke Monday
Every Monday at 10pm come see the best comedians in the world try new jokes!
Hosted by the best comedian you’ve never heard of, Sam Hunter!
Monday Night Gimmick Mic
FREE! Every Monday at Midnight!
New gimmick every monday. Do a gimmick for an extry minute!
2 min set (3 min w/ gimmick)
11:30pm signup, Midnight Start
Dunk Tank
FREE! Every Tuesday at 6pm.
Creek and the Cave presents an evening of laughs with Dunk Tank Comedy Show!
From seasoned pros to up-and-coming talents, every comic takes the plunge into uncharted comedic waters to try out fresh material.
With a fantastic selection of drinks, this show is the perfect spot to unwind after work.
Grab your friends and coworkers to join us for a fun show!
Sign up at 5:45pm.
Capped at 15
Creek Cave Live
A can’t-miss night of stand-up featuring the funniest house favorites from the legendary Creek and The Cave.
Litty Titty
Litty Titty Thursdays is a standup comedy gong show that gets YOU - the audience - in on the show.
Comics will bring their best sets to get you laughing.
But if they're not cutting it? Random glow stick holders in the audience will be chosen to help determine if a comic gets "gonged" off the stage before the end of their set.
Featuring fun surprises, guest co-hosts, crowd work, and more!
Be ready - because it’s gonna be Litty Titty.
Hood Therapy Tuesdays
FREE! Every Tuesday at Midnight
Hood Therapy Tuesdays: An Open Mic
Hosted by Xavier Cardona
11:30pm Signup
Off The Cuff
FREE! Every Wednesday at 6pm
Signups at 5:30pm.
Riff Mic! Hosted By Rachel Wolfson.
Absolute Show
One of the most unique comedy events in Austin. Lukas McCrary hosts a new late night type show. Like Letterman, Carson, Kimmel, Fallon, but with no rules and no class. Truly a comedy experience you don't want to miss. A daring, unkempt, extravagant, irrational, remarkable, futile, absolute show.
$10 online | $15 door
Doors: 30 min before show start
Venue: The Creek and The Cave - 611 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701
Seating is first come first serve. Drinks and food available inside.
Come get your fill!
All of our upcoming shows and recorded episodes can be found at AbsoluteShowUSA.com
You Laugh You Leave Live On Stage
THE UNOFFICIAL SXSW KICKOFF with Jimmy Here & Friends
Comedian content creator Jimmy Here and three surprise guests react to comedy acts of all kinds in a battle to be the last one on the couch. Every laugh costs a life and the last one remaining wins.
VIP includes an exclusive meet-and-greet with Jimmy, plus a signed Polaroid to commemorate the night.
Wild West Wednesdays
FREE! Every Wednesday at Midnight.
Wild West Wednesday
Hosted by Hunter Parker
11:30pm Sign up
20 Comic cap
3 Minute sets
Worldwide High Tic Tac Toe Championship
Think you’ve mastered tic-tac-toe? Prove it.
The Worldwide Tic-Tac-Toe Championship is a chaotic mash-up of live comedy and competitive gaming, hosted by the one and only King Supernuts. Comics hit the stage while brave challengers face off in high-stakes tic-tac-toe battles projected live for the crowd.
Expect stand-up sets, ridiculous strategies, audience participation, and the eternal question: can a simple children’s game become the most intense competition of the night?
Whether you’re here to laugh, compete, or finally settle the debate about who actually knows how to win tic-tac-toe, this is part comedy show, part gaming event, and completely unhinged fun.
Roast Battle: Austin
All Shows are 21+ Line ups subject to change
Last minute plans are some of the best. Free last minute plans are even better. The list of free things to do in Austin felt a little short, so we’ve been steadily adding new weekly shows to our calendar that cost nothing, zilch, nada. Free. The city might be expensive, but the comedy doesn’t have to be.
There aren’t a lot of Austin comedy clubs that have free weekly shows hosting some of the biggest names in stand-up. If you just paid rent and still wanna make date night memorable, swing by The Creek for one of our many free shows.
