Comedy night at the Shanghai Room is a mixed bag in the best way. One can experience a beginner getting up in front of a crowd for the very first time; a regular who, depending on the night, kills or bombs; a man with an abacus and wigs who always makes me laugh; or Geezy Weezy, a man who cannot be described, only experienced. The crowd can range from sparse to standing room only. For me, it is the promise of one day having the courage to get up in front of the bar and do something daring, exhilarating, and probably deeply embarrassing.

We beg the management of the Shanghai Room and the broader community to recognize the importance of maintaining open mic comedy nights. 

Please sign this petition to ensure that open mic comedy continues Shanghai Room. Sign and support the effort to save this corner of the Seattle dive bar community.