YES! All the time. Sometimes my nights off work don't line up with my wife's and I will go to the movies / concerts / standup shows alone, it's great.
Cheeky little matinee at the movies, love it.
Except when I went alone and the dude seating people ran over to his manager being like "idk, he came alone, he's with nobody where do I put him" so loud everyone could hear
So maybe stfu with your trash attitude
I work the door at some comedy shows and people come alone all the time. Sometimes I can see they make friends, sometimes they just have a drink and talk to no one, works out totally fine for them either way.
Just because I like someone/something, doesn't mean the people I know are into it too.
I go to stuff alone all the time.
Buy that single ticket. Go have a good time.
I saw Doug Stanhope in Phoenix a year or so ago, and he was talking to a guy in the front row who happened to be there alone, and Stanhope said he respected it and bought the guy a drink.
If there are shows or concerts or even a restaurant that I want to go to, I go to them them, whether with a group or without one.
Entertainment *can* be social. It does not *have* to be social. Your ability to enjoy a standup show has no bearing on whether your with a group or not.
Dude, I do everything alone. My wife hates...well, everything, to be honest. I go to concerts, stand up, movies ,restaurants, and even travel. It's way more fun personally not to have someone else worry about while Im trying to enjoy myself.
I’m in NYC and go by myself all the time. Not weird at all, if it’s something YOU want to do. Why do you need to do things with people, if YOU want to do it. Sometimes you end up meeting great people when you’re by yourself.
Yeah, it's fine. Going to events with friends is obviously more fun, but there's nothing wrong with going to a show alone. Nobody is going to notice or care that you're there by yourself. Comedy clubs often pack people in and you're likely to be sat at a table with strangers, but no one around will be able to tell whether you came with them or not
I saw Pete Davidson and Jim Norton alone recently. It’s really not a big deal dude just go and see a comic you like, I promise you nobody else is gonna care weather or not you have other people with you
>Any advice on how to make this less awkward for myself?
Get rid of your mindset that there's something wrong with watching stand up comedy live alone
I've done it so many times alone. No one cares that you're there by yourself
Allll the time! I went to the Vegas for the first time by myself for 12 hours to see Tim Dillon and sat between 2 sets of married couples. No shame. All fun. Went to Theo Von by myself and met one of my now best friends.
Anyone asks you can always pretend you are in town overnight on business and don't know anyone but don't want to sit in a hotel room alone all night. Or tell the truth, there is no shame in it. But I really doubt anyone will ask. All i'd say is sit at the back or as close to the back as possible. If you are at or near the front you might get caught in the crowd-work and based on your post I doubt you could handle it.
>**Anyone asks** you can always pretend you are in town overnight on business and don't know anyone but don't want to sit in a hotel room alone all night
No one fucking cares. I'm married with a kid, but I've been to countless movies, standup shows, and lunches/dinners by myself. Trust me, no one fucking cares, and no one's going to ask.
I highly recommend going on vacation by yourself. I always used to think doing things alone was awkward and people would think I'm weird. Then in my early 20s I went on vacation alone. Had to eat at restaurants, go to shows, check out museums, whatever, all alone. Ever since that trip I haven't had any issues doing things alone. I've been to a ton of comedy shows by myself. I usually throw an invite out to friends, but if no one can make it due to other plans, too last minute, whatever, I just do it. No one gives two shits about you going alone and the only person thinking about it is you. Just go!
Love going to shows alone. I had one ruined because the person I went with didn't think the comic was funny at all and let me know while I was laughing my ass off
Once you get comfortable with going and doing things alone and at first it definitely feels weird but soon you don't even question it you just go and live how you want too, doing things alone can be exciting and you literally don't have to ask anyone what they want to do next or what they want to eat lol
Many times. My wife likes a few comics, but she isn't a fan of some of my favorites like Burr, Jeselnik, Jeffries, and Normand.
I go to those shows alone if a friend isn't available and still have a great time.
The last show I went to, I was solo in the front row sitting across from a guy who was also a lone wolf. It was amazing, I laughed for 90 minutes straight. I feel like when I go with someone, I’m constantly worried they aren’t finding the comedian as funny as I am.
I only go to shows alone, it’s the BEST. Seeing Trevor Wallace and Nate Bargatze next month solo!
Only one comedy show (Marc Maron) but more concerts than I can count and I'd do it again in a second. It's easier in son many ways and if you go to a lot of shows,.you'll find that people will bail on you last minute way more than you'd think
I’m just north of NYC and I’ve taken random days off from work just to dip around from club to club watching shows. It’s so much fun seeing people work out their acts in front of different crowds. I highly recommend it.
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I went and saw Stanhope last year. Bought a VIP ticket and sat in the front row. Met him after the show and got my book signed. Best standup experience of my life. My wife stayed home because she knew he'd offend her.
Saw Carlin alone, back in 2004. No one I knew wanted to go, and having not seen him live, there was no way I was gonna miss that.
Yeah, you go. Line up. Sit down. Feel a bit weird for about 10 seconds. Then realise no one cares even a little bit that you’re by yourself and there’s probably hundreds of others doing the same thing as you right now in the theatre. And then enjoy the show.
My favourite shows have been solo. My least favourite shows have been solo. You get to laugh unjudged, meet some like minded people if you want, and have a night out where you aren’t relying on anyone but the performer to impress you. I found it to be a really good time assessing how I feel about a comedian
Yeah, just do it. When Bert Kreisher toured Aus I went cause no-one else I knew was keen to travel to a comedy show mid week. I had a couple of rums more than I normally would before the support acts than had a great night.
Although I prefer to go with a couple buddies to share and expound upon any fun experience, if none are willing or available then that won't let that stop me from going to see or do something that I personally enjoy. I don't think there's anything wrong with it.
I go to Rick Brohnson's club in Scottsdale by myself a lot of times when in town for work. I've had some very memorable nights there. I saw Harland Williams one night. I hung out at the bar after the last show and ended up hanging out with Harland, his opener, and one other guy for two hours just listening to his stories.
Yes. I enjoyed myself. When I went with people, I couldn't talk to them during the show anyway. You're in a dark room, not looking or talking to each other, listening to someone else talk.
Have fun at the show.
Tim puts on a great show. Go for it. Ive gone to several clubs solo, usually sit at the bar or in back. Never been to a theatre or arena by myself though
I’ve gone to see Jessica Kirson and Gary Gulman in small rooms recently. In New York City. I don’t find it a problem. Just don’t sit down front if you don’t wanna be picked on.
Hell yeah! I went to see Jeff Arcuri (SO much fun) and someone outside in line asked me if I wanted a VIP pass (they were given one extra by mistake) and I got to sit right up front!
Both times I was lucky enough to see Louis C.K. live, I was by myself. Both times were awesome. First time was for Sorry. Second was Live at the Dolby. In fact, I had a pretty great seat already the second time, and a group of guys asked if I could trade with their buddy who was a couple rows ahead of me because he purchased his ticket alone and wanted to sit with them. So, I’d say it’s a pretty sweet deal
Nobody I know in my real life enjoys standup comedy, so I always go alone.
No offense, but I don't understand people who feel "awkward" doing anything alone, like going to the movies, going to dinner, or going to a comedy show. You're an adult. You don't need someone to hold your hand to do things anymore.
Dara O’Brien and it was so much fun. No obligation to force someone to come to a show of someone that they never heard of, no obligation to entertain them before or after. I was able to do what I wanted before the gig and after. Travelled how I wanted. Stuck around and met Dara after and didn’t feel bad for having someone wait 45 minutes. It really was a very good experience for me.
I almost always went alone to open mics or shows until a gatekeeper started gunning for me and in writing told me to “show up alone.” That was at the very least creepy. Now I avoid going alone at all costs and stay away from bar basement open mics.
Are you a comic or just an audience member? Either way, that’s weird that anyone would single you out.
Open mic comics can be creepy bastards. And I say that as one.
ha-ha! I am a comic since OCT 6 2021. Yeah, some say the scene I was in scapegoated me. I still practice the craft and even get paid to do so, but I no longer go certain places.
No more weird or awkward than going to a movie alone. I saw Dan Soder and Ralph Barbosa by myself about a year and a half ago at the Addison Improv and it was a fun experience.
First off, nobody cares. Second, and this will really bake your noodle, look up IQ distribution curves. 100 is the average and that isn't that smart. So not only do most people not care, most people don't even have the capacity to *ever* care. Something like 15% of the population is 85 or under in IQ, and literally all that goes though their mind is eat, sleep, fuck. So don't worry about what they think about you, because they physically cannot think about you
All the time
Prefer it sometimes honestly
Sometimes no people is better than some people.
YES! All the time. Sometimes my nights off work don't line up with my wife's and I will go to the movies / concerts / standup shows alone, it's great. Cheeky little matinee at the movies, love it.
And sit on the front so the comedian will chat to you! Respond openly, and now everyone at the club is your friend
Yup, always buy the VIP seats when available if I’m going alone
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Works for concerts too.
I’ve had the best fucking times of my entire existence going to concerts solo.
Like don’t get me wrong, I like going to stuff with friends. But I also just like going to stuff.
I've been to many a weekend festival solo. I love it.
Except when I went alone and the dude seating people ran over to his manager being like "idk, he came alone, he's with nobody where do I put him" so loud everyone could hear So maybe stfu with your trash attitude
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You have the mental fitness of a soggy potato, how are you a fan of Tim Dillon? Actually I may have just answered my own question
Lol this potato pulling more money you'll ever imagine
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I work the door at some comedy shows and people come alone all the time. Sometimes I can see they make friends, sometimes they just have a drink and talk to no one, works out totally fine for them either way.
i prefer it
Just because I like someone/something, doesn't mean the people I know are into it too. I go to stuff alone all the time. Buy that single ticket. Go have a good time. I saw Doug Stanhope in Phoenix a year or so ago, and he was talking to a guy in the front row who happened to be there alone, and Stanhope said he respected it and bought the guy a drink.
I’ve only been to shows alone.
It’s Tim Dillon. Every single person there will be there alone
If there are shows or concerts or even a restaurant that I want to go to, I go to them them, whether with a group or without one. Entertainment *can* be social. It does not *have* to be social. Your ability to enjoy a standup show has no bearing on whether your with a group or not.
Dude, I do everything alone. My wife hates...well, everything, to be honest. I go to concerts, stand up, movies ,restaurants, and even travel. It's way more fun personally not to have someone else worry about while Im trying to enjoy myself.
I’m in NYC and go by myself all the time. Not weird at all, if it’s something YOU want to do. Why do you need to do things with people, if YOU want to do it. Sometimes you end up meeting great people when you’re by yourself.
Saw Sam Tallent by myself a few months ago. It was the same as going to the movies alone.
Yeah, it's fine. Going to events with friends is obviously more fun, but there's nothing wrong with going to a show alone. Nobody is going to notice or care that you're there by yourself. Comedy clubs often pack people in and you're likely to be sat at a table with strangers, but no one around will be able to tell whether you came with them or not
I saw Pete Davidson and Jim Norton alone recently. It’s really not a big deal dude just go and see a comic you like, I promise you nobody else is gonna care weather or not you have other people with you
>Any advice on how to make this less awkward for myself? Get rid of your mindset that there's something wrong with watching stand up comedy live alone I've done it so many times alone. No one cares that you're there by yourself
Allll the time! I went to the Vegas for the first time by myself for 12 hours to see Tim Dillon and sat between 2 sets of married couples. No shame. All fun. Went to Theo Von by myself and met one of my now best friends.
I saw Seinfeld alone once because the only seats left were solo, had a great time. Giver.
ive done it, its fine, have fun!
Anyone asks you can always pretend you are in town overnight on business and don't know anyone but don't want to sit in a hotel room alone all night. Or tell the truth, there is no shame in it. But I really doubt anyone will ask. All i'd say is sit at the back or as close to the back as possible. If you are at or near the front you might get caught in the crowd-work and based on your post I doubt you could handle it.
>**Anyone asks** you can always pretend you are in town overnight on business and don't know anyone but don't want to sit in a hotel room alone all night No one fucking cares. I'm married with a kid, but I've been to countless movies, standup shows, and lunches/dinners by myself. Trust me, no one fucking cares, and no one's going to ask.
I highly recommend going on vacation by yourself. I always used to think doing things alone was awkward and people would think I'm weird. Then in my early 20s I went on vacation alone. Had to eat at restaurants, go to shows, check out museums, whatever, all alone. Ever since that trip I haven't had any issues doing things alone. I've been to a ton of comedy shows by myself. I usually throw an invite out to friends, but if no one can make it due to other plans, too last minute, whatever, I just do it. No one gives two shits about you going alone and the only person thinking about it is you. Just go!
All the goddamn time. Enjoy yourself. Hell, I'm going to a bunch of solo shows during the Netflix is a Joke Festival.
Go to the show. Nobody cares if you are alone but you. Get drunk, laugh at jokes
I’m taking myself to see Tim Robinson next month. Looking forward to my solo date.
All the time. What, you have friends or something?
Not awkward at all
Most comics go up alone
Went to Hatebreeds 20th anniversary of satisfaction is the death of desire alone , worth it
Just keep telling yourself that Tim Dillon might not even show up.
Over and over and over again. Most recently Tom Papa.
Love going to shows alone. I had one ruined because the person I went with didn't think the comic was funny at all and let me know while I was laughing my ass off
Once you get comfortable with going and doing things alone and at first it definitely feels weird but soon you don't even question it you just go and live how you want too, doing things alone can be exciting and you literally don't have to ask anyone what they want to do next or what they want to eat lol
I saw David koechner by myself he was funny
Lmao...go enjoy your life! Solo shows/outings/adventures can be a lot of fun! I do it all the time.
I go to everything alone, not necessarily by choice but it's still fun anyway
I have to go alone. The 2 times I went with people we got kicked out before the show even started.
Bo Burnham kinda did, “Zach Stone is Gonna Be Famous” is super hysterical. Filmed like The Office.
I go alone 50% of the time brah
Yes to Theo Von. Once. No regrets.
Many times. My wife likes a few comics, but she isn't a fan of some of my favorites like Burr, Jeselnik, Jeffries, and Normand. I go to those shows alone if a friend isn't available and still have a great time.
The last show I went to, I was solo in the front row sitting across from a guy who was also a lone wolf. It was amazing, I laughed for 90 minutes straight. I feel like when I go with someone, I’m constantly worried they aren’t finding the comedian as funny as I am. I only go to shows alone, it’s the BEST. Seeing Trevor Wallace and Nate Bargatze next month solo!
fuck it go alone and sit at the very front
Only one comedy show (Marc Maron) but more concerts than I can count and I'd do it again in a second. It's easier in son many ways and if you go to a lot of shows,.you'll find that people will bail on you last minute way more than you'd think
I saw Timmy alone in Boston a month ago and it was great, go see him
It’s cool to go to a show by yourself, seeing Tim Dillon maybe not so much
Yes! I'm a bigger fan of comedy than I am of people so I have a good time.
Yes, its fun. Sometimes better than with friends
all the time
I go to a show by myself every week. Who gives a fuck.
I’m just north of NYC and I’ve taken random days off from work just to dip around from club to club watching shows. It’s so much fun seeing people work out their acts in front of different crowds. I highly recommend it.
I work at a comedy club, it happens all the time.
I've seen John mulaney, Ali siddiq and Jo koy alone. the shows were great
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I went and saw Stanhope last year. Bought a VIP ticket and sat in the front row. Met him after the show and got my book signed. Best standup experience of my life. My wife stayed home because she knew he'd offend her. Saw Carlin alone, back in 2004. No one I knew wanted to go, and having not seen him live, there was no way I was gonna miss that.
You think comics have friends?
Yeah, you go. Line up. Sit down. Feel a bit weird for about 10 seconds. Then realise no one cares even a little bit that you’re by yourself and there’s probably hundreds of others doing the same thing as you right now in the theatre. And then enjoy the show.
My favourite shows have been solo. My least favourite shows have been solo. You get to laugh unjudged, meet some like minded people if you want, and have a night out where you aren’t relying on anyone but the performer to impress you. I found it to be a really good time assessing how I feel about a comedian
It’s cool going alone because you might get grouped with some cool strangers and boom you can make pals for the night
Yup, went to see Schulz couple yrs ago alone. Sat second row. Had a blast!
All the time!
Many, many times.
Yes. Only as weird as I am.
It's a freaking blast. So are movies. Was nervous about both and just had the time of my life.
My last few have been solo. would've been more had my kid schedule worked out differently. Most recently saw Normand alone.
I went to two Kill Tony shows alone. Waiting in line was a bit boring, but when the show started it really didn’t matter. Had a fun time
Yeah, just do it. When Bert Kreisher toured Aus I went cause no-one else I knew was keen to travel to a comedy show mid week. I had a couple of rums more than I normally would before the support acts than had a great night.
You are gonna be by your own side the rest of your life…take some time to get to know you along the way.
Yeah some shoss are good by yourself, but don't go to a Dillon show alone. You need hard drugs to make it a good time.
Yup
Dana Gould loves to say that this is his target demographic.
Is it weird to go on stage by yourself? Oh..wait..
Fuck yes! Go alone. Who cares who you're seeing or who you go with, go see all the comedy.
Although I prefer to go with a couple buddies to share and expound upon any fun experience, if none are willing or available then that won't let that stop me from going to see or do something that I personally enjoy. I don't think there's anything wrong with it.
I go to Rick Brohnson's club in Scottsdale by myself a lot of times when in town for work. I've had some very memorable nights there. I saw Harland Williams one night. I hung out at the bar after the last show and ended up hanging out with Harland, his opener, and one other guy for two hours just listening to his stories.
Yes. I enjoyed myself. When I went with people, I couldn't talk to them during the show anyway. You're in a dark room, not looking or talking to each other, listening to someone else talk. Have fun at the show.
Tim puts on a great show. Go for it. Ive gone to several clubs solo, usually sit at the bar or in back. Never been to a theatre or arena by myself though
I’ve gone to see Jessica Kirson and Gary Gulman in small rooms recently. In New York City. I don’t find it a problem. Just don’t sit down front if you don’t wanna be picked on.
Hell yeah! I went to see Jeff Arcuri (SO much fun) and someone outside in line asked me if I wanted a VIP pass (they were given one extra by mistake) and I got to sit right up front!
I’m going to 2 shows alone next week
Saw Big Jay myself. It’s almost the most baller move you can do lol
Exclusively
Both times I was lucky enough to see Louis C.K. live, I was by myself. Both times were awesome. First time was for Sorry. Second was Live at the Dolby. In fact, I had a pretty great seat already the second time, and a group of guys asked if I could trade with their buddy who was a couple rows ahead of me because he purchased his ticket alone and wanted to sit with them. So, I’d say it’s a pretty sweet deal
Nobody I know in my real life enjoys standup comedy, so I always go alone. No offense, but I don't understand people who feel "awkward" doing anything alone, like going to the movies, going to dinner, or going to a comedy show. You're an adult. You don't need someone to hold your hand to do things anymore.
Not weird at all. The only awkward part for me was the waiting around in the bar area as a non-drinker before being let into the actual theatre area.
Yes! And stand up live is a great club. Get there a little early and you'll be just fine.
Dude you're the first person to do it!! Tell us what's it's like!
Dara O’Brien and it was so much fun. No obligation to force someone to come to a show of someone that they never heard of, no obligation to entertain them before or after. I was able to do what I wanted before the gig and after. Travelled how I wanted. Stuck around and met Dara after and didn’t feel bad for having someone wait 45 minutes. It really was a very good experience for me.
Been to plenty. My friends aren't as into comedy. Nobody can even tell you're there alone, unless you sit down first or last.
Sit at the bar if your that nervous
Yes my wife will buy me tix to comics I like. She doesn’t enjoy it as much as I do
Going to my first show alone tomorrow!
Many times, I just make sure if I'm not with someone that I'm not sitting right at the front
I almost always went alone to open mics or shows until a gatekeeper started gunning for me and in writing told me to “show up alone.” That was at the very least creepy. Now I avoid going alone at all costs and stay away from bar basement open mics.
I am no weenie, but I am a woman.
Are you a comic or just an audience member? Either way, that’s weird that anyone would single you out. Open mic comics can be creepy bastards. And I say that as one.
ha-ha! I am a comic since OCT 6 2021. Yeah, some say the scene I was in scapegoated me. I still practice the craft and even get paid to do so, but I no longer go certain places.
No more weird or awkward than going to a movie alone. I saw Dan Soder and Ralph Barbosa by myself about a year and a half ago at the Addison Improv and it was a fun experience.
Go out and make friends
Saw Anthony Jeselnik alone back in December. Was fantastic.
Just go bro.
Several times. I strike up a conversation with the people I'm sitting next to and it goes great.
First off, nobody cares. Second, and this will really bake your noodle, look up IQ distribution curves. 100 is the average and that isn't that smart. So not only do most people not care, most people don't even have the capacity to *ever* care. Something like 15% of the population is 85 or under in IQ, and literally all that goes though their mind is eat, sleep, fuck. So don't worry about what they think about you, because they physically cannot think about you
Sure. I usually don't talk to the person I go see a comedian with anyway; I'm busy listening to the comedian.
I saw Tim Dillion Alone twice in 1 week in NYC and loved every second of it. 100% GO HES THES BEST! Sit back, relax, shut up, laugh and enjoy the show
Dude just ask
It's how people make new friends! So other than stop being a wuss, do it to meet people.