Los Angeles boasts a hot lineup of comedy events this week

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Looking to get some laughs?

When it comes to comedy, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from an improv show to an evening of stand-up comedy.

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'At The Improv'

From the event description:

Established in 1975 by Broadway Producer Budd Friedman, the Hollywood Improv has been a driving force behind stand-up comedy in Los Angeles for over 44 years. Over the decades, the talent who have graced the legendary venue’s stages represent the who’s who in American comedy, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Freddie Prinze, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham and Dave Chappelle.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 22, 10:15 p.m.
Where: The Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave.
Price: $5
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'All-Star Comedy'

From the event description:

Who is your favorite comedian from Netflix, Hulu, HBO or from your favorite comedy films or TV shows? Chances are you are going to see them during our "All-Star Comedy" show where we feature L.A.'s best comedians.

When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 9:45 p.m.
Where: The Laugh Factory, 8001 Sunset Blvd.
Price: $5 - $12
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'ComedySportz'

From the event description:

If you like the long-running TV improv show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" then you'll love "ComedySportz," a fun, fast-paced live comedy show that's great for the whole family. Watch two teams battle for laughs — and points — as they make up scenes, games and songs on the spot, with audience participation and suggestions incorporated into the act.

When: Friday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.
Where: Monroe Forum Theatre at El Portal, 5269 Lankershim Blvd.
Price: $9
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