High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Sam Ellefson
Mitch Jones
Miriam Moreno
Kunal Arora
Hayden Kristal
Derrick C. Brown
Jasmine Ellis
Alex Price
Ian Karmel

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Nick Holland
Liv Carter
Spencer Bland
Georgia Comstock
BK Sharad
Matt Cobos
Dylan Carlino
Chris Charpentier
Katherine Blanford

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Erin Rose
Noah Reynolds
Brian Sullivan
Lizzy Wolfson
AJ Holmes
Geoff Tice
Jordan Doll
Derek Sheen
Rory Scovel

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Firecracker Comedy is a dynamic standup supergroup consisting of Gabby Gutierrez-Reed, Kate Strobel, and Salma Zaky. Their high-spirited and hilarious standup shows have quickly become a staple of the alternative comedy scene in Denver and Brooklyn, where their fans devoutly attend sold-out shows in eclectic settings. Their earnest and vivacious chemistry, commitment to fostering community, and dedication to promoting diversity has garnered a cult following. See three of the most talented up-and-coming comics—with a killer lineup of other fest faves—and experience the vibrant spectacle that is Firecracker Comedy!

Line-Up

Sammy Anzer
Kelsey Rosen
Eeland Stribling
Laura Peek
Chris Estrada

HOSTS:
Gabby Gutierrez-Reed
Kate Strobel
Salma Zaky

Line-up subject to change.

$15

Denver's favorite trio return for a show, which is guaranteed to have your knees a-slappin' and your sides a-splittin'. They have a killer lineup scheduled for you, with some secret surprises thrown in!

Line-Up

Jaye McBride
Django Gold
MANDAL

HOSTS:
Adam Cayton-Holland
Ben Roy
Andrew Orvedahl

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Emma Cricket
Patrick Scott
Derrick D Rush
Nic Dean
Brent Gill
Brittany Carney
Mike Bridenstine
Troy Walker
Jonah Ray

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Dyketopia is Denver's very own queer comedy extravaganza, hosted by Lee Robinson and Kate McLachlan. Their quick-wit and delightfully unhinged antics has garnered them a cult following, selling out 40+ shows across the country. Strap on your Birkenstocks for an iconic night of standup comedy and queer merriment! 

Line-Up

Jared Goldstein
Kalea McNeill
Julia Corral
Kate Strobel
Caitlin Cook
Dina Hashem

HOSTS:
Lee Robinson
Kate McLachlan

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Come see some of the biggest names of the festival, along with local Denver faves, drop in and do a few minutes at the High Plains open mic. Up-and-coming comedian yourself? Brave the stage, win prizes, and say you got your start at High Plains! 

HOSTS

TBA

FREE!

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Danny Maupin
John Davis
Andres Becerril
Mike Carrozza
Dauood Naimyar
Kristen Toomey
Zach Reinert
Alec Flynn
Amy Miller

Line-up subject to change.

$15

All Fantasy Everything is a show where funny people and experts come together to fantasy draft pop culture, from music to movies to sandwiches, everything is in play.

Denver faves Ian Karmel, Sean Jordan, and David Gborie take their usual seats on the panel, and they're joined by Pen Pal and all around nut Rory Scovel.

Line-Up

Ian Karmel
David Gborie
Sean Jordan
Rory Scovel

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Firecracker Comedy is a dynamic standup supergroup consisting of Gabby Gutierrez-Reed, Kate Strobel, and Salma Zaky. Their high-spirited and hilarious standup shows have quickly become a staple of Denver’s alternative comedy scene, where their fans devoutly attend sold-out shows in tattoo parlors and coffee shop basements. Their earnest and vivacious chemistry, commitment to fostering community, and dedication to promoting diversity has garnered a cult following in Denver. See three of Colorado’s most talented up-and-coming comics—with a killer lineup of other fest faves—and experience the vibrant spectacle that is Firecracker Comedy!

Line-Up

Brian Sullivan
Geoff Tice
Billy Wayne Davis
Emil Wakim
Katie Hannigan

HOSTS:
Gabby Gutierrez-Reed
Kate Strobel
Salma Zaky

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Morgan Gallo
Jacob Rupp
Lizzy Wolfson
Ben Bryant
Kristin Rand
Daniel Van Kirk
Christie Buchele
Adam Cayton-Holland
SECRET GUEST!

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Sam Sisson
Jose Macall
Emily Panic
Steve Vanderploeg
Eeland Stribling
Rosalie
Georgia Comstock
Sean Jordan
Caitlin Peluffo

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Mitch Jones
Andie Main
Ali Kareem
Andrew Orvedahl
Amy Miller
Simon Gibson
Shaunak Godkhindi
Rafe Williams
Dave Hill

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Comedians Langston Kerman and David Gborie take a deep dive into the most exciting, groundbreaking and sometimes problematic Black conspiracy theories.

Line-Up

Will Miles
Katrina Davis
Stephen Agyei

HOSTS:
David Gborie
Langston Kerman

Line-up subject to change.

$15

Join Lee Robinson and Kate McLachlan as they host a night of extremely gay comedy, drag, games, and audience merriment. Strap on your Birkenstocks and come laugh with us!

Line-Up

Lee Robinson
Kate McLachlan
Samantha Ruddy
Shanel Hughes
M.K. Paulsen
Kenice Mobley
Clare O’Kane
Nori Reed

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Come see some of the biggest names of the festival, along with local Denver faves, drop in and do a few minutes at the High Plains open mic. Up-and-coming comedian yourself? Brave the stage, win prizes, and say you got your start at High Plains! 

HOSTS

Helen Driesen
Cory Helie
Nick Holland
Carey Lieberman
Kyle Pogue
Kelsey Wood

FREE!

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Joshua Emerson
Brad Galli
Lane Lonion
Mike Stanley
Katrina Davis
Patrick Richardson
Ben Roy
Usama Siddiquee
Vanessa Gonzalez

Line-up subject to change.

$15

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Jeff Nelson
Dē Kelley
Shannon Norman
Victoria Vincent
Mishka Shubaly
Brad Wenzel
Troy Walker
Daniel Van Kirk
Graham Kay

Line-up subject to change.

$15

All Fantasy Everything is a show where funny people and experts come together to fantasy draft pop culture, from music to movies to sandwiches, everything is in play.

Denver faves Ian Karmel, Sean Jordan, and David Gborie take their usual seats on the panel, and they're joined by one-time Denverite, some-time road warrior, all-time fave Sam Tallent.

Line-Up

Ian Karmel
David Gborie
Sean Jordan
Sam Tallent

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Before weed delivery apps and dispensaries that look like day spas, a flourishing black market meant trading pounds of marijuana for thousands in cash. Comedian Billy Wayne Davis (Conan, Last Comic Standing) sits down alongside co-host and organic cannabis grower Mike McGowan to talk with these criminals-gone-corporate as they spill the bong water on everything from evading police to making a living in a legalized world.

Line-Up

Billy Wayne Davis
Mike McGowan
Special Guests TBA

Line-up subject to change.

FREE!

Comics David Gborie and Brent Gill bring their wildly popular monthly standup showcase Faded to High Plains! The show features a diverse lineup of certified crushers carefully curated to have you rolling.

Line-Up

Salma Zaky
Stephen Agyei
Candice Thompson
Pink Foxx
Kimberly Clark
Rob Haze

HOSTS:
David Gborie
Brent Gill

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Brandon Patrick
Kira MagCalen
Jacob Rupp
Katrina Davis
Andres Becerril
Aaron Urist
Noah Gardenswartz
Irene Tu
Dave Ross
Josh Blue

Line-up subject to change.

$15

Enjoy comedy the way it's intended. No holds barred, no punches pulled, and no f**ks given. Watch seasoned pros and future stars battle each other for supremacy. Good sets will be awarded, bad sets will be punished. Feelings will be hurt, fun will be had.

Comedy is at its best when it isn't scared to tell the truth. So let's stop pretending that the world is nice and fair, and help us celebrate each other by pointing out our differences and similarities that make us all amazing and utterly stupid.

Shots Fired may not be for everybody, but everyone should see it!

Line-Up

HOSTS:
Mike Stanley
Matt Cobos

GUESTS:
Meghan DePonceau
Derrick Stroup
Christie Buchele
Colton Downing
Shane Torres
SPECIAL GUEST!

Line-up subject to change.

$15

Like those kooky robot tigers in Voltron, the Fine Gents are popping and locking themselves into formation for your standup comedy enjoyment. The Gents are bringing Too Much Fun to High Plains once again, along with a killer lineup of fellow comics.

Line-Up

Subhah Agarwal
Kevin Fitzgerald
Janae Burris
Akeem Woods
Amy Miller

HOSTS:
Nathan Lund
Chris Charpentier
Sam Tallent

Line-up subject to change.

$20

High Plains showcases let you see performers in their natural setting: no gimmicks, no themes, just a microphone, a comedian, and a whole lot of funny. Come see a fantastic mix of local and national comics—catch some of your faves or discover some new ones!

Line-Up

Mandy Kay
BK Sharad
Katie Bowman
Ryan Nowell
Justine Marino
AJ Finney
Chanel Ali
Dave Hill
Chris Garcia

Line-up subject to change.

$15

Daniel Van Kirk is the man of 1,000 voices, 1,000 podcasts, and 100,000 friends. Join him and some old friends, new friends, and strangers who are about to be friends.

Line-Up

Eeland Stribling
Mara Wiles
David Rodriguez
Miriam Moreno
Andrew Youngblood
Steve Gillespie
Rory Scovel
Daniel Van Kirk

Line-up subject to change.

$20

Adam Cayton-Holland, Ben Roy, and Andrew Orvedahl (stars of the television series "Those Who Can't") better the world around them by bettering themselves. In this podcast, the boys assign themselves self-improvement challenges, like taking a break from social media, spending a week without plastic, practicing random acts of kindness, and more.

This very special live podcast will include a challenge presented by guests Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel and live standup comedy sets from David Purdue and Ester Steinberg.

Line-Up

HOSTS:
Adam Cayton-Holland
Andrew Orvedahl
Ben Roy

GUESTS:
Rory Scovel
Daniel Van Kirk
David Perdue
Ester Steinberg

Line-up subject to change.

$15