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Stay up late laughing your buns off at Comedy Works. This comedic hot spot hosts national and up-and-coming comedy acts that’ll leave you in stitches. Think you’ve got what it takes to be a comedian? Then sign up for one of the Comedy Works Classes! This is a place for hysterical laughs, great food and tons of nightlife fun.

Take a seat at the Albany Civic Theater. Enjoy live theatrical performances at an award-winning Capital District theater presenting plays from renowned playwrights, such as Neil Simon. The all-volunteer community theater showcases dramatic and musical arts billed for standing ovations. Got your season tickets?

Twinkle, twinkle little star! The Park Playhouse is an outdoor summer theater that has produced free plays for more than 23 years in Albany’s Washington Park. Bring out lawn chairs for a night of entertainment under the stars to see acclaimed musicals like Cabaret and Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

1st Friday is a treasure trove of fun. The one-night extravaganza is a sidewalk showcase for numerous gallery openings, one-night shows, local shops, restaurants and live entertainment. Locals know this Friday night commerce stays open late for artistic fun in Albany's downtown center square.