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Liam Olendorf performs comedy at an open mic night at the Varsity Center in Carbondal.

The show must go on: Carbondale comedy scene moves online

April 4, 2020

Gus Bode’s top ten things to do after Thanksgiving (Hint: Sleep)

November 26, 2019

You’re Dumb and Wrong: Why does anyone take this seriously?

March 22, 2019

Dated meme, now the article's completely wrong.

You’re Dumb and Wrong: Just because I like your memes doesn’t mean I’ll go to your band’s bar gig

March 4, 2019

Dick Gregory speaks at the D.C. Full Democracy Freedom Rally and March in Washington, D.C., on October 15, 2011. Gregory, a comedian, activist and author, died on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017.

Dick Gregory: Paving the way for racial equality

March 4, 2019

The Varsity Presents: Bad Santa

November 26, 2018

Get into the holiday spirit with this dark comedy about a Christmas con. Tickets are $7 general admission or $5 students, and can be purchased in advance here or at the door. Doors and bar opens at 6:30 and movie starts at 7....

Comedy Special Filming: Jorge Machaen, Undeportable

October 5, 2018

Jorge Machaen films his comedy special, Undeportable, live at The Varsity Center in Carbondale. Join the audience November 3rd for this special occassion. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here.

Joker and Jester Comedy Tour

October 26, 2018

Jake Daniels and Tony Dijamco return to Southern Illinois! Their observant humor and quick wit will have you on the floor laughing! Opening for Jake and Tony is Jorge Machaen, his unique humor will sure to have your sides hurting!...

Carbondale Comedians Standup Showcase

October 24, 2018

Carbondale Comedians Standup Showcase

October 15, 2018

Laugh the night away with Carbondale's funniest stand ups!

Young Frankenstein

October 3, 2018

Come out and celebrate Halloween with a lot of laughs and very little that’s scary when The Varsity screens “Young Frankenstein” at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 12. Tickets are $7 or $5 for students. They are available in advance...

The Terriers Live!

September 17, 2018

Laugh the night away with the terriers, a local improv group! Tickets are $4 for children and seniors $6 for students and $8 for adults and can be purchased on eventbrite.com