Roar! Comedy Club

Roar! Comedy Club
Make some noise at ROAR Comedy Club featuring the nation’s best stand-up comedians. The Club is located inside the refurbished Armory, accessible through the Casino Plaza exit. Be sure to book your tickets today. You won't want to miss out!
Upgrade your experience with a General Admission Table Ticket, you’ll enjoy full table service throughout the show. A dedicated server will take your food and beverage orders, so you can relax and enjoy the comedy without leaving your seat.
Upcoming Performers

Emo Philips
With Super Special Guest: Ken Rogerson
Friday April 10, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Saturday April 11, 2026 - 8:00 PM
"I have adored Emo Philips since the UK in the 80's. He is hilarious."
--- Eric Idle, May 12, 2018
"Emo is the most brilliant joke-writer in the game. You HAVE to see him live. He's amazing." --- Patton Oswalt, February 1, 2022
“What a joy. What a complete joy. Astounding. There really is no better joke writer and that’s the smallest part of what’s great.”
— Penn Jillette, July 23, 2025
"Emo Philips... absolutely killed."
--- Rolling Stone (Carnegie Hall review), October 30, 2022
Described by Jay Leno as the best joke writer in America, Emo Philips has performed over seven thousand stand-up shows in comedy clubs, colleges and theaters, including a multi-week run at the Playhouse Theatre in London's West End.
In 2018 and 2022-2023, Emo toured with "Weird Al" Yankovic (over two hundred concerts across three continents); Emo will forever remember the standing ovation he received at Carnegie Hall.
"I'm not sure when or where I first heard of Emo's routines, but once I did I instantly became a fan," says "Weird Al" Yankovic. "Emo had the iconic look of someone who could have been a major star in the era of silent films. His body language was indescribably weird. And his material was flat-out brilliant." If asked at gunpoint who the funniest guy in the world was, Yankovic adds, "Without question I would have to say Emo Philips -- especially if Emo happened to be the one holding the gun."
--- "Weird Al" Yankovic, Chicago Magazine
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Susan Rice
Friday April 17, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Saturday April 18, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Susan Rice was recently featured in Vulture Magazine for her widely popular appearance on Don't Tell Comedy, which garnered over 1 millions views. Susan has made appearances on ABC, NBC, Hbo, Showtime, and comedy central. Moving to Los Angeles in 1986 brought Television credits and allowed her to open for comics like Jerry Seinfeld, Rich Shydner, Paula Poundstone, and recently Maria Bamford & Arsenio Hall. In the last 10 years, Rice has found her niche in fundraising and organizing charity events such as the first-ever St. John's Comedy Festival held in her own neighborhood of N. Portland. It will help bring laughter back and promote local small businesses.
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Improv Asylum
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 8:00 PM
We hope you're ready to laugh. This team of actors is bringing you Improv Asylum's signature show full of non-stop, lightning-paced improv scenes inspired by your suggestions. These quick-witted performers take the stage with no script and create scenes, characters, and songs on the spot, turning everyday ideas into unpredictable, laugh-out-loud moments. With 100% audience interactive scenes that make you feel like you're a part of the show - not just watching it - you’ll be sure to want to come back again and again. And with every single show being completely different, why wouldn’t you?
For almost 30 years, audiences have gone crazy for Improv Asylum’s blend of comedy. Find out why we’ve been repeatedly named Boston’s Best Comedy!

Jeff Allen
Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Jeff Allen may (or may not) want to admit it, but he’s getting old. At 69, Jeff is staring down his 70th year and decided it might be time to think about slowing down. The result? My First Final Farewell Tour kicks off March 1, 2026. Yes, you read that right—“First” and “Final” in the same sentence—because Jeff’s not totally sure he’s done. (After all, Cher had 20 farewell tours, and Elton John is still out there.)
What he is sure of: he’s bringing a mix of fan favorites and fresh new material to the stage. From the classic Happy Wife, Happy Life routine you’ve been quoting for years, to fresh takes on marriage, family, and everyday life, Jeff is pulling it all together for a night that’s hilarious, unforgettable, and uplifting.
Jeff Allen is one of America’s most beloved comedians, with nearly 1 billion online views and a record-setting seven Dry Bar Comedy specials. He’s been featured on America’s Got Talent, The Today Show, Comedy Central, Showtime, and starred in the films Apostles of Comedy and My 7 Grandmas. Millions have seen him across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube—but nothing compares to seeing Jeff live.
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Gerald Kelly
Friday May 1, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Saturday May 9, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Gerald Kelly is a powerhouse stand-up comedian with over 30 years of professional experience, recognized for his high-energy delivery, sharp observational humor, and broad, multi-generational appeal.
Born and raised in the Bronx, New York, Gerald built his career on authenticity, storytelling, and the ability to connect with audiences across cultures and age groups. Praised by Russell Simmons as the “Black Jackie Gleason,” Gerald Kelly has headlined sold-out comedy clubs and theaters worldwide, appeared on iconic television platforms, and continues to expand his reach through digital media and family-centered comedy projects.
He is a proven draw for comedy clubs, theaters, casinos, festivals, corporate events, and community-based programming.

Zainab Johnson
Friday May 15, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Saturday May 16, 2026 - 8:00 PM
"Zainab Johnson is a stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. Zainab’s comedy is based on her unique point-of-view, which was shaped growing up in Harlem as one of thirteen siblings in a black Muslim family. After getting a degree in Education and Math and taking a job as a teacher, she quickly learned that she had a different calling. Zainab is currently a series regular on the Amazon Original hit series titled UPLOAD from Greg Daniels, she is one of the hosts for Netflix's show 100 HUMANS, and starred as Dr. Hanniel in the brilliantly written web series AVANT-GUARDIANS.
She made her first late night stand up appearance on NBC's LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, and had breakout appearances on HBO’s ALL DEF COMEDY, NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING, and has performed at the JFL Comedy Festival in Montreal first as a "New Face of Comedy", then as one of "Variety's Top 10 Comics to Watch", and most recently on the longest running JFL show "Just For The Culture". She is a paid regular at The Comedy Store, The Improv, and Laugh Factory in Los Angeles as well as the Comedy Cellar in New York City. Her first hourlong special, Hijabs Off, is now available to stream on Amazon.

Chris Turner
Saturday May 30, 2026 - 8:30 PM
Chris Turner was runner-up on Season 20 of America’s Got Talent; one of the first comedians to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil; defeated ChatGPT in TED’s inaugural Man vs. Machine rap battle; and his appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earned him rapturous standing ovations. Based in New York, he’s a regular headline act at the world famous Comedy Cellar, with over 125 million views online thanks to his unmatched improvisational talent. Chris combines freestyle rap, musical comedy, stand-up, and improv in his unique live shows that have to be seen to be believed.
His quotable gags and rapid freestyle raps have established him as one of the most in-demand acts on the corporate circuit, and at comedy clubs around the world. He’s headlined for 1 million Dutch comedy fans on RTL4's flagship stand up show, The Comedy Factory; appeared live on BBC Radio, and performed sold-out five-star runs at festivals worldwide.
In 2024, his musical comedy extravaganza Childish toured to Adelaide, Orlando, Edinburgh, and Reykjavik Fringes, receiving glowing reviews, award nominations, and selling out three nights at New York’s legendary Joe’s Pub. For 2025, his latest show Spontaneous sees Chris and the audience join forces to create a brand-new hour of comedy at each performance.
Chris is a sought-after entertainer on the corporate circuit, hosting awards and performing for many of the world’s largest organisations, as well as being a firm favourite of many of the UK’s biggest sports teams. He has worked with Yorkshire Tea to create Blessed are the Teamakers, a tea-centric rap with 6m+ views, and with Coca-Cola to produce comedic content for their mobile media platform.

Kristin Chirico
Saturday June 6, 2026 - 8:30 PM
Kristin Chirico is a queer, fat (her words), mixed Native American (Cayuga, Seneca) comedian, writer, and YouTuber. Kristin spent nearly seven years as a writer and content creator for BuzzFeed, during which wrote dozens of million+ view articles about her experiences trying food and fashion. She also produced and starred in BuzzFeed's Ladylike and The Empty Suitcase Show for Facebook Watch, currently streaming on Amazon Prime. Afterward, Kristin started her own YouTube channel (The Kitchen & Jorn Show) with fellow BuzzFeed alum Jen Ruggirello. Throughout Kristin's career, her YouTube videos about food and fashion have earned over two billion views and counting. She lives in Los Angeles with her trans wife and her cis dog.
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Don McMillian
Saturday June 20, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Don McMillan was most recently featured on America’s Got Talent where he came in the TOP 12 and performed in the Finals! The Comedian/Engineer’s show features lots of graphs and charts earning rave reviews from America and ALL the judges – even Simon Cowell!
A former engineer, Don combined his comedy and technical skills to develop is unique act described as “THE Funniest PowerPoint Presentation you will ever see!” His act is filled with charts, graphs and laughs. He won the San Francisco International Comedy Competition and has also appeared on The Tonight Show, HBO, Comedy Central, and is one of DryBar’s Top Comedians. He’s the first Dry Bar comedian to surpass 1 million Instagram followers, a milestone not yet reached by Brad Upton, Leanne Morgan, Jeff Allen, Kellen Erskine, Erica Rhodes, Josh Blue, or K-Von. His viral videos have made him a corporate favorite, performing for companies like Apple, IBM, and Google. Creator of "Life After Death by PowerPoint," Don's shows are both insightful and hilariously engaging.
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Frank Santos Jr.
Friday, June 27, 2026 - 8:30 PM
Be amazed when you, your friends or strangers across the room become stars of the show, as Frank makes them believe that they are singers, dancers and much, much more. This is a performance where the audience becomes the show. Frank's performance has limitless variations and can please every appetite. This is a hilarious, energetic and unique show that you will never forget!
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Misha Brown
Saturday, July 11, 2026 - 8:30 PM
Misha Brown is an undeniable entertainment powerhouse: an influencer, performer, and New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author. With a knack for captivating audiences, he shot to notoriety on TikTok in 2021 with the viral Lessons in Not Crossing a Gay Man series, amassing over 8 million followers. Named Motivational Creator of the Year and honored by the Webby Awards for social impact, Misha’s work has been spotlighted by People, USA Today, The Tamron Hall Show, The TODAY Show, and Good Morning America, cementing his status as one of the most compelling voices online.

Ben Bankas
Friday September 18, 2026 - 8:00 PM & 10:15 PM
Saturday September 19, 2026 - 8:00 PM & 10:10 PM
Originally from Toronto, Canada Ben Bankas now lives in Austin, TX where he performs as a regular at the Comedy Mothership. Ben created a following of loyal fans from across the world while selling out shows in Canada before doing the same in the USA. Ben has performed with the likes of Tony Hinchcliffe, Andrew Schulz. Ben's Podcast "Bankas Podcast" has featured numerous comedians seen on Kill Tony. Ben has headlined notable venues such as Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, Canada, The Hollywood Improv in Hollywood, California and New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Upgrade your night out with General Admission Table seating. Enjoy convenient table service with a dedicated server for food and beverages—no lines, no interruptions, just great comedy and great service. Select General Admission Table Seating at checkout.

Ian Fidance
Friday November 13,, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Saturday November 14, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Ian Fidance is an offbeat yet upbeat New York City comic, actor, and writer, that Dave Attell has described as a “Power Act” and Ron Bennington has called “One of the most unique comics working today.” He just dropped his debut special titled, Ian Fidance: Wild Happy & Free, and his wildly popular podcast Bein’ Ian with Jordan, co-hosted with fellow comic Jordan Jensen, is available on all platforms.
Fidance, originally from Wilmington, Delaware, has been featured on major podcasts such as The Joe Rogan Experience, Your Mom’s House with Tom Segura & Christina P., Duncan Trussell’s Family Hour, and Kill Tony to name just a few. He has also been featured on NPR’s This American Life.
His television, writing, and other credits include Late Night with Seth Meyers, The Gilly and Keeves Sketch Show, Comedy Central’s Crank Yankers, HBO Max’s Pause with Sam Jay, Netflix’s Waffles + Mochi, TBS’ The Last O.G., as well as writing for multiple Comedy Central Roasts. He currently resides in Brooklyn with his cat Samson.
Seating
GA Table tickets are first come, first served. Tables seat up to four (4) guests, and smaller parties may be seated with other guests. Groups of four or more who wish to sit together should arrive early, as seating is based on availability at the time of arrival. ADA accessible seating is available upon request. Please contact Venue for more information.
Accessible Tickets & Listening Devices
To better accommodate your needs, we kindly ask that all special seating accommodations and requests for assisted listening devices be solicited directly through our Box Office. Please email boxofficesp@mgmspringfield.com
For additional assistance please call 413.474.0521
Prohibited Items
• Weapons or dangerous devices of any kind
• Bags or backpacks larger than 8” x 8” (Maximum)
• Outside alcoholic beverages
• Coolers
• Laser pointers
• Cameras/detachable lenses or audio visual recording equipment
• Radios, Televisions or any other such electronic device (except when authorized)
• Pets (service animals, as defined under the ADA, will be permitted)
• Lawn chairs
• Any item or action that challenges public safety
Bags and backpacks may be subject to search/inspection at the discretion of MGM Springfield Security