Charleston Comedy Week at Wit's End
January 21-24, 2027 - Nick Thune
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Actor/Comedian/Writer Nick Thune’s deadpan delivery and absurdist storytelling has made him a standout in the comedy world. Originally from Seattle, Thune built his name on late-night stages, racking up ten appearances on The Tonight Show, along with spots on Conan and Late Night. He went on to tour internationally and headline major comedy festivals including Montreal’s Just for Laughs, SXSW, Bonnaroo, and Melbourne International.
Thune has released three stand-up specials: Folk Hero (Netflix) and Good Guy (Amazon), and Born Young, which premiered on Nate Bargatze’s Nateland YouTube channel. His material blends sharp one-liners with personal storytelling with guitar, making him a favorite among longtime comedy fans and new audiences alike.
On screen, he’s appeared in Judd Apatow’s Knocked Up, Marvel’s Venom, and cult indie Dave Made a Maze, with TV credits including HBO Max’s Love Life, Hulu’s How I Met Your Father, ABC’s Not Dead Yet, Grand Crew and voice work on American Dad!. In 2025, Nick’s short film “BDAY Private Dick” with John C. Reilly premiered at the Palm Springs Film Festival.
January 25th, 2027 - Charleston Comedy Week Open Mic
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The only open mic of Charleston Comedy Week, and we're giving away cash prizes for the best set of the night. Come watch some of the region's best comics work out new material. Or grab a mic and sign up yourself. Got what it takes?
January 27th, 2027 - Josh Bates' Top Secret Show
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The cheapest show of Charleston Comedy Week. Wit's End Comedy Club's owner takes over the stage for one night only, bringing surprises and friends from out of town. Who knows who's going to show up. Well, Josh does.
Josh Bates is a retired military veteran who has been shaking up the comedy scene with his sharp wit and unfiltered storytelling. Known for his blend of raw honesty, dark humor, and clever observations, Josh's style is as fearless as it is relatable; equal parts punchy and heartfelt, with a knack for finding the ridiculous in everyone's life. His 2023 album, Pancake Carpet, debuted as the #1 comedy album on Apple and Billboard, solidifying his reputation as one of the South's standout comedic voices.
January 28th, 2027 - Southern Exposure Industry Showcase
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The future of Southern comedy, all in one night.
The future of Southern comedy, all in one night. Twelve of the most exciting new faces in in the South take the stage at Wit’s End for two special shows in front of talent agents, comedy clubs, and film industry professionals from across the country. This is where the next wave gets seen. Come discover them before everyone else does. 12 comics. See them before they’re big.
January 29th, 2027 - Best of Charleston Stand-Up
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Charleston’s best comics. Period. For more than 15 years, Best of Charleston has brought together the funniest voices in the city for one special night celebrating Charleston comedy. This year features two different shows with two different lineups, packed with some of the best stand-up comics in Charleston. No competition. No judges. No gimmicks.
Just Charleston’s best comics doing what they do best. Two shows. Two lineups. One special night.
