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Nick Swardson Has Been Writin’, Jokin’, and Actin’… But Not Boozin’
It’s been a pretty wild year and a half for Minnesota comedy’s favorite diarrhea aficionado.
Charlie Roettger Has Great Hair, Better Jokes, and $1,000 as Acme’s 2025 Funniest Person Contest Winner
'I want to ... go through the stage of my career where I do a bunch of shows for two weeks, then come back with less money than I started with.'
MN’s Ben Katzner on ‘Supple Harlot’ Comedy Special, Graphic Novels, and His Redman Collab
'I want to bring respect back to Minneapolis comedy for the non-famous,' says Katzner, whose Redman collab hits shelves today.
From the Streets of Afghanistan to the Dojos of Burnsville, Saber Fakoori Is Ready to Fight
The MMA athlete, making his U.S. debut this weekend, has never lost a fight.
My Journey to Become a Sneakerhead at Maplewood Mall
Wanna see a pair of $2,500 shoes?
Read an Excerpt From ‘Home Club,’ a New Book on the History of MN’s Legendary Acme Comedy Co.
Racket contributor Patrick Strait catalogs the world-famous comedy club's 'up-and-comers and comebacks.'
These Disabled Comics Bring Big Laughs to Minnesota Stages
'I used to think my deafness was something I should try and hide and not talk about. Now, as cheesy as it sounds, I realize it’s kind of like a superpower in terms of comedy.'
With Mysterious Health Woes Managed, Cy Amundson Is Back at Acme After a 5-Year Break
Constant pain forced the locally launched comedian to go on hiatus. Now he's ready to get back onstage.
5 Twin Cities Comics to Watch in 2025
Whether they're tragically hitting a raccoon with their car, riffing on lasagna, or embarrassing themselves at the car mechanic, these standups are gonna make you laugh.
Veteran Standup Maggie Faris Rides Her Recent Hot Streak Into… TikTok?
‘I’m going to ride in on a tiny motorcycle, wearing an Evel Knievel onesie.’
