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Best Comedy & Stand-up in Des Moines

Taylor Tomlinson at Des Moines Civic Center

Taylor Tomlinson

Rising comedian Taylor Tomlinson is hitting the road once again this year! After cutting her teeth as a comedian at the tender age of 16 in church basements, Tomlinson has made appearances on Conan, The Tonight Show and has three Netflix stand-up specials already under her belt. Don't miss the blossoming of this exciting new comedic voice as she storms a stage near you!

Sebastian Maniscalco at Wells Fargo Arena

Sebastian Maniscalco

Comedian extraordinaire Sebastian Maniscalco hits the road again in 2024 into 2025 with 'It Ain't Right' tour! Beloved for his honest manner and saying what we're all thinking, Maniscalco has become one of North America's most popular comics. Leave the kids at home as you enjoy the outrageously funny Sebastian Maniscalco!

Nick Swardson at Vibrant Music Hall

Nick Swardson

Nick Swardson is an actor, screenwriter, producer and stand-up comedian. The Minneapolis native started out in his career as an entertainer performing on the local stand-up scene before moving to New York, and later Los Angeles, to pursue his comedy career. Don't miss him live this year when he brings the show to you!

Chelsea Handler at Des Moines Civic Center

Chelsea Handler

Comedian, author and activist Chelsea Handler returns for an evening of stand-up comedy and engaging conversation - no topic is taboo! She's back in 2024 with a brand new tour, 'Little Big B*tch Tour'. Join Handler for a brilliant night of stand-up, covering everything from topics close to her heart like her pet dogs to the global chaos of today.

Chevy Chase at Bridge View Center

Chevy Chase

Iconic comedian Chevy Chase heads across the states for a series of Christmas-themed talks this year as he presents a special screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. The comedian, actor, and writer started acting in the National Lampoon films during the 1980s whilst also being the host of the popular evening talk show Saturday Night Live from 1978 to 1997.

Gary Gulman at Wooly

Gary Gulman

The Last Comic Standing finalist from season 2 has since become a fully fledged comic in his own right, garnering critical acclaim for his DVDs and touring work. Known for his surreal observations on everyday situations, Gulman has held a myriad of jobs throughout his twenty years trying to break into the big time; barista, waiter, doorman, accountant and even a school scholarship football player. A gigantic six-foot, six-inch Bostonian, he has also performed on television comedy shows including Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman and John Oliver.

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