Editors’ Choice
Giggles
Saugus
A small venue for big laughs, this 175-seat club inside the iconic Prince Pizzeria has been a North Shore destination for the best in local comedy since 1978. Grab a slice under the leaning tower of pizza before the show on Friday and Saturday nights and prepare for a case of the, well, giggles.
517 Broadway, Saugus, 781-233-9950, princerestaurant.com/giggles-events
Readers’ Choice
Blue Ocean Music Hall
Salisbury
The small scale of the Blue Ocean Event Center’s Music Hall—most seats are within 50 feet of the stage—creates an intimate atmosphere for comedy events, including shows by local favorites like Lenny Clarke and Bob Marley. Complete your night out with dinner at one of the two in-house restaurants.
4 Oceanfront North, Salisbury, 978-462-5888, blueoceanhall.com