shows & events
KML Tends Bar: Sip, tip, & Support sketch comedy (Copy)
It's the best of both worlds! You get a cocktail created by a harried KML staffer, and your tips go to benefit Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy nonprofit since 1997.
On Wednesday, October 29th, 6 - 9pm, some of your favorite sketch comedians will be stepping behind the bar! Elixir, a historic saloon in San Francisco's Mission district, will host KML staffers as we mix delicious cocktails and mocktails (with the support of a bartender, thankfully). All tip proceeds will go toward supporting KML's mission: creating fast, smart, fearless, and inclusive sketch comedy that makes people laugh.
OTHER THINGS TO KNOW:
-Your attendance, imbibing, and generosity will help ensure the health of an arts organization that has been a part of the cultural landscape that has made San Francisco great for nearly 30 years. Thank you.
Bay Area Theatre Board Match Mixer
Have you been interested in getting more involved in the Theatre Community? Have you heard about this mysterious way of supporting arts organizations called 'board service'?
On Monday, September 15, Theatre Bay Area, Z Space, and Killing my Lobster are hosting a collaborative board match event that will bring theatre companies and potential new board members together in a fun and casual atmosphere. The night will be structured with opportunities for both companies and individuals to make short pitches about themselves in an open-mic style format as well as open time to mingle and form genuine, personal connections.
Register for this free event to:
Learn how to join the boards of some of the Bay Areas most exciting theatre companies
Access a directory of theatre organizations who are looking for new board members
Mix and mingle with other theatre lovers
Please reach out to TBA's Membership & Community Engagement Officer, Meghan Crosby-Jolliffe at Meghan@TheatreBayArea.org if you have any questions!
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Director: Jan Gilbert; Head Writer: Rebecca Pierce; Stage Manager: Alandra Hileman
Writers: Karl Keily, Berna Anat, Nicole Roccaforte, Laura Domingo, & Matthew Beld
Performers: Chuck Lacson, Brigitte Losey, Derek Jones, Melissa Claire, & Max Seijas
Understudy: Kenny Bourquin; Artist Support Advocate: G Momah
L&L Pre-Show Bar Hop: Elixir, Skylark, & Rudi’s
Join Killing My Lobster for a pre-sketch-comedy-show bar hop for our closing weekend of Legends & Laughter, September 12th and 13th!
For both nights of closing weekend, we've partnered with three of our favorite Mission District watering holes to create a very special quest for guests of our fantasy and D&D-inspired sketch comedy show, Legends & Laughter. From 4pm - 6:30pm, we'll follow the road as it goes ever on and on...toward exclusive drink specials, a scavenger hunt, and lots of pre-show fun! LARP, fantasy, or medieval costumes highly encouraged.
Meet at Elixir SF (3200 16th St) and grab your wristbands (and scavenger hunt sheets, if you want 'em), then feel free to wander to the participating bars, listed below.
PARTICIPATING BARS (And their wristband deals)
Saturday, Sept 13th
Elixir SF (3200 16th St): 20% off discounted drink menu, plus signature cocktails
Skylark (3089 16th St): Drink specials TBA
Rudi's Sports Bar & Restaurant (3108 16th St.): 20% off all drinks and appetizers
And at 6:30, we head to Eclectic Box (446 Valencia) to enjoy some all-original, fantasy-inspired sketch comedy! (Tickets for bar hop and show sold separately.)
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Director: Jan Gilbert; Head Writer: Rebecca Pierce; Stage Manager: Alandra Hileman
Writers: Karl Keily, Berna Anat, Nicole Roccaforte, Laura Domingo, & Matthew Beld
Performers: Chuck Lacson, Brigitte Losey, Derek Jones, Melissa Claire, & Max Seijas
Understudy: Kenny Bourquin; Artist Support Advocate: G Momah
L&L Pre-Show Bar Hop: Elixir, Soundtrack, & Rudi’s
Join Killing My Lobster for a pre-sketch-comedy-show bar hop for our closing weekend of Legends & Laughter, September 12th and 13th!
For both nights of closing weekend, we've partnered with three of our favorite Mission District watering holes to create a very special quest for guests of our fantasy and D&D-inspired sketch comedy show, Legends & Laughter. From 4pm - 6:30pm, we'll follow the road as it goes ever on and on...toward exclusive drink specials, a scavenger hunt, and lots of pre-show fun! LARP, fantasy, or medieval costumes highly encouraged.
Meet at Elixir SF (3200 16th St) and grab your wristbands (and scavenger hunt sheets, if you want 'em), then feel free to wander to the participating bars, listed below.
PARTICIPATING BARS (And their wristband deals)
Friday, Sept. 12th
Elixir SF (3200 16th St): 50% off 4 - 5pm, 30% off 5 - 6pm, 20% off 6 - 7pm
Soundtrack (3192 16th St): Drink specials TBA
Rudi's Sports Bar & Restaurant (3108 16th St.): 20% off all drinks and appetizers
And at 6:30, we head to Eclectic Box (446 Valencia) to enjoy some all-original, fantasy-inspired sketch comedy! (Tickets for bar hop and show sold separately.)
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Director: Jan Gilbert; Head Writer: Rebecca Pierce; Stage Manager: Alandra Hileman
Writers: Karl Keily, Berna Anat, Nicole Roccaforte, Laura Domingo, & Matthew Beld
Performers: Chuck Lacson, Brigitte Losey, Derek Jones, Melissa Claire, & Max Seijas
Understudy: Kenny Bourquin; Artist Support Advocate: G Momah
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Director: Jan Gilbert; Head Writer: Rebecca Pierce; Stage Manager: Alandra Hileman
Writers: Karl Keily, Berna Anat, Nicole Roccaforte, Laura Domingo, & Matthew Beld
Performers: Chuck Lacson, Brigitte Losey, Derek Jones, Melissa Claire, & Max Seijas
Understudy: Kenny Bourquin; Artist Support Advocate: G Momah
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Killing My Lobster Presents: Legends & Laughter
Sketch comedy on a quest.
Once the domain of wood-panelled basements in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons has brought wizards and wonder to mere mortals for fifty years–and we're here to create sketch comedy about it! Whether you're a fan of fantasy, or a major weekend magic-maker, join us for an hour of comedy that'll have you rolling on the floor with Hideous Laughter.*
*That's a spell. Don't worry, we'll tell you ALL ABOUT IT.
Sketch writing 1 Final Read
Our students have been hard at work for the last six weeks, honing their sketch writing skills with Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy troupe since 1997. Now, our professional actors will put on a staged reading of their work for YOU, their invited guests!
Masks are strongly encouraged, but not required. At the door there will be a $5 suggested donation, via cash or Venmo, which will go toward paying the actors for their work during the evening.
KML Tends Bar: Sip, tip, & Support sketch comedy
It's the best of both worlds! You get a cocktail created by a harried KML staffer, and your tips go to benefit Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy nonprofit since 1997.
On Wednesday, July 30th, 6 - 9pm, some of your favorite sketch comedians will be stepping behind the bar! Elixir, a historic saloon in San Francisco's Mission district, will host KML staffers as we mix delicious cocktails and mocktails (with the support of a bartender, thankfully). All tip proceeds will go toward supporting KML's mission: creating fast, smart, fearless, and inclusive sketch comedy that makes people laugh.
OTHER THINGS TO KNOW:
-This event comes just a few days after the July edition of Sketch On Speed. All KML ticketholders will receive 10% off their entire tab; simply present proof of ticket purchase to the bartender! Get your tickets HERE.
-Your attendance, imbibing, and generosity will help ensure the health of an arts organization that has been a part of the cultural landscape that has made San Francisco great for nearly 30 years. Thank you.
Sketch Acting 2 Student Showcase
Our students have been hard at work for the last six weeks, honing their comedy performing skills with Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy troupe since 1997. Now, our students will perform a showcase of KML material for YOU, their invited guests! This final showcase will be hosted at Eclectic Box, located at 446 Valencia St, SF, CA on Monday, July 28th at 8pm.
Masks are strongly encouraged, but not required. At the door there will be a $5 suggested donation, via cash or Venmo, which will go toward paying for the venue rental for the students.
Sketch on Speed, July edition
In today's fast-paced world, immediate gratification is all the rage--and sketch comedy troupe Killing My Lobster is here to provide! Over the course of twelve hours, we are forcing our writers to create an entire show and the actors to rehearse it backstage...and before that timer is up, it will be performed for a live audience. Join Killing My Lobster as we race toward the finish line and bring you raw, uncut, boundary-pushing sketch comedy that asks the question: "Did you even read to the end of this blurb?"
Sketch Acting 1 Student Showcase
Our students have been hard at work for the last six weeks, honing their comedy performing skills with Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy troupe since 1997. Now, our students will perform a showcase of KML material for YOU, their invited guests! This final showcase will be hosted at Eclectic Box, located at 446 Valencia St, SF, CA on Tuesday, July 1st at 8pm.
Masks are strongly encouraged, but not required. At the door there will be a $5 suggested donation, via cash or Venmo, which will go toward paying for the venue rental for the students.
Sketch on Speed, May Edition
In today's fast-paced world, immediate gratification is all the rage--and sketch comedy troupe Killing My Lobster is here to provide! Over the course of twelve hours, we are forcing our writers to create an entire show and the actors to rehearse it backstage...and before that timer is up, it will be performed for a live audience. Join Killing My Lobster as we race toward the finish line and bring you raw, uncut, boundary-pushing sketch comedy that asks the question: "Did you even read to the end of this blurb?"
Saturday, May 24th, 10pm
Bad Lobster
Shame? What's that? Killing My Lobster wants to be a bad influence on you with sketch comedy about all of our favorite naughty behaviors. From flirting with your chatbot, to playing Red Dead Redemption for fourteen straight hours, to wearing clothes woven with more than one material; from the mundane to the biblical, let Killing My Lobster be the one to tell you, "Girl, same."
Thursday April 17th doors open at 6:30 show at 7
Members only: S.O.S. Messaround party
Flex your creative muscles in this playful, low-pressure event inspired by our wild Sketch On Speed process—fun guaranteed!
Saturday April 4th
Sketch on Speed
Imediate gratification meets sketch comedy chaos! Watch Killing My Lobster race the clock—writing, rehearsing, and performing a boundary-pushing show in just 12 hours. Don't miss it!
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