Safe Words Comedy Showcase
Looking for a night of laughs and good company? Come join us at the Safe Words Comedy Showcase, a monthly queer comedy event at the SF Eagle Bar in San Francisco's Leather Cultural District. We’re on a mission to create safe spaces for queer audiences, and accelerate the careers of queer comedians.
Featured in the Bay Area Reporter, and the podcast "Stereotypes" Safe Words is produced by Team Wonder Dave and hosted by Wonder Dave himself. This event features a diverse lineup of comedians, including both established queer comedians and up-and-coming queer talent known for their unique perspective and clever punchlines. You can expect a night filled with laughter and good vibes, as well as the opportunity to discover new and exciting comedians.
Marga Gomez (@theMargaGomez) She/Her | Lesbian
Marga Gomez is known for her work in solo performance and stand up comedy and for being one of the first openly lesbian performers in the nation. She has appeared on LOGO’s “One Night Stand Up,” Showtime's "Latino Laugh Festival,” Netflix’s "Sense8" and HBO’s “Comic Relief” at the invitation of Robin Williams who called her “Amazing… a lesbian Lenny Bruce.” She has been a guest on leading comedy podcasts Marc Maron’s "WTF" and Kevin Allison's "Risk."
For the last four years she has produced "Who's Your Mami Comedy" at Brava in San Francisco. Visit margagomez.com for more info.
Jalisa Robinson (@theRealJalisa) She/Her | Queer, Bisexual
Jalisa Robinson is a millennial comedian originally raised in the Midwest. Her semi-deadpan style delivers curt and embarrassing observations about the patriarchy and race in society. She's featured for Hannibal Burress and is a regular at popular clubs in the Bay area like the Set-Up, Don't Tell Comedy, Rooster T. Feathers, San Jose Improv, and Alameda Comedy Club. She was the resident comedian at the comedy showcase club Cheaper Than Therapy in 2019 and is now a weekly performer and producer there. She also featured at the 2022 Spring Without Rhyme nor Reason Tour and has performed in SF Sketchfest and Oakland Comedy Festival.
Ivy Vasquez (@ivyLeagueComedy) She/Her | Queer, Bisexual
With over a decade of experience in comedy, Ivy Vasquez has carved out a distinguished career for herself. She holds a residency at Cheaper Than Therapy and has showcased her comedic prowess at the renowned SF Sketchfest. Ivy's commitment to her craft extends to her self-published comedy album "Pizza Rolls and Champagne," which showcases her humor and distinctive voice. Her unique style and seasoned expertise are evidence of a dedicated comedian with a sharp wit and a commitment to laughter.
Holly Shaw (@hollyShawComedy) She/Her | Queer, Pansexual, Bisexual
A seasoned entertainer, Holly Shaw has made a name for herself in California's vibrant stand-up comedy scene. She has featured at numerous comedy showcases, including Cobbs Comedy Club, Alameda Comedy Club, Sacramento Punchline, and the Oakland Comedy Festival. Beyond comedy, Holly has a diverse entertainment background, having starred in an ABC Afterschool Special and hosted the UK TV show, the Edinburgh Revue. As an accomplished author, Holly has penned two bestselling books, The Creative Formula and Making Art in the Middle of Madness.
For more about her multifaceted career, visit www.HollyShawComedy.com
Safe Words, Queer Sex-Positive Comedy Showcase takes place at 7pm every 4th Wednesday of the month at the SF Eagle Bar. Tickets are available for a suggested price of $15-$25, but ultimately are 'pay what you can'. Don't miss out on this show - grab your tickets now and come join us for a night of comedy and entertainment. We can't wait to see you there!
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PAY WHAT YOU CAN TICKETS:
Suggested Ticket Price $15-$25
The cost of your ticket goes to producing the show, paying our comedians, and fulfilling
our mission to create safe spaces for queer audiences, and accelerating the careers of queer comedians
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FAQs
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It means you can set your own price, and we won't turn anyone away for lack of funds. While we segguest a price of $15 - $25 we've had people pay anything from $1 to $100 (looking forward to breaking that record!) Proceeds are used exclusively to pay comics and promote the show.
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Like we said, what is important to us is to have you come and laugh with us. If you do not feel like you can afford a ticket right now and would like to secure one for $0, use coupon code “NOTAFLOF” - and if you find you have some extra cash on hand day of, you can tip the comedians on venmo or in the tip bucket. <3
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Yes! If you show up without an eventbrite ticket we can accept payment in cash or via venmo, and there is an ATM at the door. That said, getting tickets in advance REALLY helpful and appreciated. Ultimately, we want you to do whatever allows you to show up, bring friends, and laugh with us! :-)
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Our goal is to make a space for queer comedy by queer comedians, but every so often we'll book one of a variety of Token Straight Women ™️️ - turns out, being a woman in comedy is similar to being queer in comedy.
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COVID continues to be a pain in everyone's ass - especially those in our community who remain vulnerable to the diseise. Masks and vaccinations with current boosters are heavilly encouraged. Masks will be provided at the door if you do not have some already
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While the weather is cold, the show takes place on the SF Eagle indoor stage - but a live color video and audio feed is broadcast across the bar and onto the large outdoor patio. In future months when warmer wather can be counted on, we intend to move the show outside.
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