Russell Howard was BRILLIANT! (No surprise)
by Jujubeez22 on 6/13/14Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco - San FranciscoI loved everything about this event! First off, I love visiting The City. I've only been familiar with Russell Howard for a little over a year, but I knew he was pretty well known (at least overseas) and expected the even to be held in a large amphitheater. I was delightfully surprised to find it held in an intimate little comedy club! The Punchline's atmosphere was lovely: clean, nice lighting, comfortable seating and space. I sat near at the bar and had a nice conversation with a couple of the bartenders (they were very friendly..not in a creepy way or anything, and I'm sure it's part of their job, but it didn't feel forced so I appreciated it). I had parked in the garage below the comedy club (which closed at 10...which meant I would have to leave early), and the bartender was kind enough to let me know when would be a good time and where to move my car so I wouldn't have to leave early =) Now for Russell Howard...he was, of course, brilliant. He had the entire room (which consisted of mostly folks who had never even heard of him) absolutely in stitches! He was friendly and engaging with the audience, and as usual his bit didn't seem too structured - like, he's flexible with his stories and jokes and tells the ones that seem appropriate for the audience that he's talking to. It's like you're just hanging out with your buddy and exchanging weird stories. The thing I really appreciate about Russell's brand of comedy is how incredibly smart and witty he is without being mean. Sure, he takes a crack at people doing ridiculous things, but he also makes fun of himself and his family...he genuinely just wants to make people laugh from a good, non-judgmental place. And he's incredibly successful at it. Bottom line is: loved the venue and ADORED the entertainment. I will definitely be back!