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Best Comedy & Stand-up in Wilmington

Kathleen Madigan at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Kathleen Madigan

Described by comedy peer Lewis Black as the "funniest woman in America", the winner of the American Comedy Award for Best Female Comedian is a triple threat; as well as her sell-out tours, Madigan is a favorite on late-night talk shows and nationally syndicated radio shows. With an enviable career spanning three decades on the comedy circuit, she has the distinction of being one of few comics to appear on every major late-night show including Leno, Letterman, Conan, and Ferguson.

Nikki Glaser at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Nikki Glaser

If you've ever had the pleasure of seeing an episode of Comedy Central mainstay 'Not Safe with Nikki Glaser', then you'll be well acquainted with her unapologetic, no-holds-barred comedy style, but you may still blush when confronted with her racy live stand-up routine. Leaving no stone unturned when it comes topics including sex, relationships, the single life, Target fashion triumphs and invasive TSA practices, Glaser spreads her mischievous glee around venues across North America on 'The Good Girl' tour and 'The Alive and Unwell' tour (From 14 September 2024)!

Whose Live Anyway? at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Whose Live Anyway?

Whose Live Anyway (originally called A Night of Improv) first appeared in 1999 when it sold out two shows in under three hours to very enthusiastic crowds in Vancouver. Following its initial success, Whose Line Executive Producer and star Ryan Stiles expanded the number of appearances of the show to include many major cities in the Western USA and Canada where it has remained a constant sell-out.

Justin Willman at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Justin Willman

Justin Willman has been performing magic since he was a child, but the combination of his sharp wit and clever tricks have made him a firm favorite with millions. Justin's highly polished, comical magic act has seen him notch up more than 100 million views online and is now coming to a theater near you.

J.B. Smoove at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

J.B. Smoove

HBO star, gifted writer, actor and comedian J.B. Smoove is continuing to entertain audiences across the globe. After his breakout role on the HBO series 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' as Leon, Smoove has been unstoppable in the comedy world, and has firmly planted himself as one of the best comedic actors today. His talent has to be seen to be believed, so make sure you don't miss Smoove when he comes to a town near you.