Phoenix, AZ

You be the judge in the nightly comedy competition at the National Comedy Theatre. The audience gets to shout out ideas, and decide which team of improv performers wins. The comedians pull out all the stops in order to win bragging rights.

Address: 1111 South Longmore Rd., Mesa AZ 85202 - Map
Phone: (602) 374-5638
Web: www.nctphoenix.com

The Rhythm Room is a musicians' venue, where talented players know the acoustics and ambiance help make it a magical evening. In fact, this low-key nightlife spot has hosted such talents as Rosie Ledet & the Zydeco Playboys, Jimmie Vaughan, Sophie B. Hawkins and Nils Lofgren, just to name a few. Learn more...

Address: 1019 E Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85014 - Map
Phone: (602) 265-4842
Web: www.rhythmroom.com

Catch a show or a game at the US Airways Center, where you can watch the NBA or WNBA in action. Or if live entertainment by mega stars is more of your thing, then don't miss performances by the likes of Train, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers and ZZ Top. Learn more...

Address: 201 East Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 - Map
Phone: (602) 379-7800
Web: www.usairwayscenter.com

Listen to the best music at Char's Has the Blues, also known as the "Home of the Blues" by locals. You'll hear live music every night, with low or no cover charge. If you want to hear music in a raw, jam-session style, you won't be disappointed at this nightlife venue.

Address: 4631 North 7th Ave., Phoenix AZ 85013 - Map
Phone: (602) 230-0205
Web: www.charshastheblues.com

Take care of everything on your laugh list at the Tempe Improv. Catch a show with nationally known comics, take lessons at the comedy school, get up on stage during open mic night, or hire a comic for your next event.

Address: 930 E University Dr., Tempe AZ 85281 - Map
Phone: (480) 921-9877
Web: www.tempeimprov.info

Catch the best of today's headliners at the Celebrity Theatre, a 2,650-seat theater-in-the-round venue that offers unobstructed views from every seat in the house. Notable performers have included Roger Daltrey, Don Rickles and Etta James. Learn more...

Address: 440 N 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85008 - Map
Phone: (602) 267-1600
Web: www.celebritytheatre.com