Isabel Hagen Tickets

Isabel was very funny. She started off by asking if anyone in the audience had seen her before? And then asked who had seen her online content - and told us she had a special coming up, and she was going to practice on us! I had seen a few bits on the internet - but I still laughed! She had the room rolling on the floor. And then when she broke out the Viola - going from very intricate playing, to off the cuff jokes. Well worth it - if you get the chance - Go!!!

We had an enjoyable evening at Punchline’s comedy show this past weekend, but unfortunately, the headlining act didn’t quite land. Isabel Hagen is undeniably creative, but her style caters to a niche audience—too niche for a headliner. She struggled to connect with the crowd, with minimal eye contact and a delivery that often fell flat. While I appreciate her artistry, she would be better suited as a middle act rather than the main draw. A strong headliner should energize the room and engage a broad audience, and this performance missed that mark. I sincerely hope Punchline refines its booking choices to feature comedians who can truly command the stage and deliver a memorable experience. I wish Hagen well in her career, but I won’t be returning unless the venue steps up its headlining selections.

I first learned of Isabel Hagen when I read her article about how marketing is killing stand-up comedy. That interested me as a working comedian in Philadelphia. Also I felt the article was thoughtful and intelligent. When I learned she was coming to Punchline Philly, I got tickets and she did not disappoint. She was funny, bright, and attractive, and I thoroughly enjoyed her performance that night. She also managed to incorporate her accomplished violin-playing into the act (you can tell she's Julliard-trained.) I learned she has a special coming up on TV, and I will be looking for that, even if it contains the material I heard in the live show. I look forward to many years of Isabel Hagen's comedy.