Classy Comedy

Seeing as my 8:05 class just ended, I find myself having more opportunities to take advantage of all downtown Iowa City has to offer. Hence, second blog in two days. I felt compelled to share my experience of last nights Comedy Night at The Summit. Although I have heard mixed reviews from friends, I found the comedians last night quite hilarious. Obviously they can't compare with such favorites as Louie C.K. or Demetri Martin (both of whom I suggest to all), but I found myself laughing out loud many times.

I will warn you though that I may have just been there on a good night. I have heard that some nights the comedians are not worth the $5 cover charge. But in my opinion even if you are stuck with two bad acts, the 1/2 priced drinks, $2 dozen wings, and other cheap food options, still make it a fun night. Plus the upstairs bar where the event is held is somewhat converted into a classy comedy club feel with cabaret tables set up near the stage with candles and table cloths on them. The bar tries hard to make it a cool atmosphere and its defiantly something different to do on a normally boring Wednesday night.

If you are interested in going you can check out who is coming to summit next Wednesday on their website by clicking here. Upstairs doors open at 9, show starts at 9:30. Ends around 11ish.

Great Tuesday Night Deals

Tuesday nights are usually pretty mundane but the downtown establishments are doing their part to make it more exciting. Last night I focused on two. The Picador and The Summit.

Picador: $3 dollar pitchers, no cover
Summit: $1 U-Call-It, 5 cover (cover includes Summit and the bar next door One Eyed Jakes)

Two bars, two great deals, two very different atmospheres.

Summit plays a mix of songs and once in a while a good one appears. Most of the patrons are 21 or younger, many dressed up. The bar gets pretty crowded around 11 and becomes difficult to walk through. Comparatively the Picador has around 25 patrons, all of age, and lp's are played on a mixer set up by the pool table.

You can have a great time at each one, just depends what atmosphere you're looking for. Either way, I advocate taking advantage of these Tuesday deals, if your class schedule allows it. (Maybe even if it doesn't)