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Knock knock. Who’s there? It’s FTWtoday.
It’s April Fool’s Day and if you’re reading this article early, then we hope these are the first — if not worst — lame jokes of the day.
Don’t worry, that’s it. We’ll leave the comedy up to the professionals, who are — in the words of Mike Birbiglia — “in the joke business.” We’ve rounded up local comedy clubs, improv acts + shows for your entertainment.
Get your laugh on
Cue the dueling banjos — Fort Worth has two comedy clubs downtown. Whether you’re ready to chuckle at a planned joke or be surprised with an improvised remark, these venues are sure to take your breath away.
- Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub | 425 Commerce St.
- Full of “cheap drinks and rich laughs,” Hyena’s features rotating comedians daily + free shows every Thursday at 8:30 p.m.
- Four Day Weekend | 312 Houston St.
Who’s on (the) First?
There’s a lot to laugh about this April Fool’s Day. Here are some comedic gigs to see tonight.
- Billy D. Washington | 10:30 p.m. | Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub | $15+ | Ages 18+ | The talented, witty, piano-playing comedian will twist poetic banter with musical riffs.
- April Fool’s Comedy Show | 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | Club Ritzy, 1201 Oakland Blvd. | $20+ | Come hear Anastasia the Bold jest daring remarks as the Cankhcious Queen of Comedy.
- No Child | 8:00 p.m. | Amphibian Stage, 120 S. Main St. | $100 | The hilarious, insightful one-woman show pokes fun at the education system.
