Summary
Downtown Phoenix is typically known for sports venues, office buildings, and the Phoenix Convention Center. In 2011 the comedy club, Stand Up Live, opened in the heart of downtown at CityScape featuring both local and nationally known stand-up comedians. Local residents and Phoenix visitors alike will have a great time at this attractive, casual venue where some of the funniest current stand-up comics will perform.
Stand Up Live
Stand Up Live is located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona at CityScape. For those of you who have lived in the area for at least a few years, that’s where Patriot’s Park used to be. It is accessible by METRO Light Rail. The entrance to the club is not on Washington. Check the next page for tips about parking.
How to Get Tickets for Stand Up Live Comedy Shows
- Online
- By phone to the Box Office at 480-719-6100.
- At the Box Office on show nights, if tickets are still available.
Food and Beverage at Stand Up Live
At Stand Up Live, you may purchase not only drinks and appetizers, but also sandwiches, salads, and entrees. They begin serving about an hour before the first show on nights when there is more than one show. Recommended items include:
- Cheese platter (request without sweet toppings)
- Outstanding pulled pork sandwich
- Carne asada-style skirt steak (mildly spicy)
As for beverages, you’ll have a wide variety of specialty offerings, generally in the $10-$15 range per drink. Wine, beer, and soft drinks are also available, and you may order food and beverages throughout the show.
All times, prices, and offerings are subject to change without notice.
Stand Up Live – 10 Tips
Before you visit the Stand Up Live comedy club in Phoenix, here are ten things you might want to know:
- Ticket prices are reasonably priced, with a two-drink minimum, which includes soft drinks.
- The entrance to the parking garage is on 1st Avenue, immediately south of Washington. Approaching the garage from the north or east is recommended.
- Park near the CVS-designated spots and take the escalator upstairs to the second floor where Stand Up Live is located.
- The Box Office is on the lower level, and guests should head upstairs for theater seating.
- Staff will validate parking for 3 hours if parked in the CityScape garage.
- Shows may have age restrictions; check show details to ensure compliance.
- No photography of any kind is allowed during shows.
- Seating is General Admission, and guests are led to their seats based on arrival.
- Come hungry; the menu includes a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, and specialty mixed drinks.
- Dress is typically casual but neat, so outfit choices can vary.
- On nights with multiple shows, the early show allows for dinner and drinks before the performance.
Yes, that’s 11 tips instead of 10!
The content reviewed has maintained transparency; however, all prices and offerings are subject to change without notice as of July 2011.