Are you Afraid of the Improv?
Saturday, Mar 1, 2025
Oh Claire Improv, Eau Claire, WI
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Mat Alano-Martin Live at The Plus!
Thursday, Apr 3, 2025
The Plus, Eau Claire, WI
Dick Wolf: Special Improv Unit
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025
Oh Claire Improv, Eau Claire, WI
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Ali Sultan Live at The Plus
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025
The Plus, Eau Claire, WI
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Ali Sultan Live at The Plus
Friday, Apr 25, 2025
The Plus, Eau Claire, WI
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Ali Sultan Live at The Plus
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
The Plus, Eau Claire, WI
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS: JOEY HAMBURGER LIVE AT THE PLUS!
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27th
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$10 in Advance | $15 at the Door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
****limited advance tickets available. Buy in advance, and receive a free rail drink, soft drink, or select domestic tap for FREE! Save money and get a free drink at the show for ordering now!****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Joey Hamburger is a filmmaker, playwright, and comedian who splits time between Minneapolis and New York City. His short films have been featured on Funny or Die, Film Shortage, and a number of film festivals including the Austin Comedy Film Festival.
PAT MCCURDY LIVE AT THE PLUS!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
Two Shows!
- Friday Feb. 28
- Saturday March 1: Get Tickets »
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages (some adult content- parental guidance suggested)
$15 in advance | $20 at the door
Doors open at 6pm
Showtime 7pm
ABOUT PAT
Milwaukee icon Pat McCurdy has been entertaining audiences in Wisconsin, the Midwest, and across the nation for decades. He brings his unique style of improvisational comedy, music and audience interaction to venues large and small. Pat consistently fills up venues and festivals with his fans, known as "Patheads. They are very enthusiastic, and many know every word of his songs. "Patheads" are fans that have seen him dozens of times, singing and dancing along to every song. It's a fun show for all.
Pat did not let the pandemic slow him down. In March 2020, Pat began his weekly virtual "Shelter in Place" shows from his living room and garage. Fans wrote in requests, birthday greetings, and anniversary acknowledgements to keep the shows interactive. Pat's Shelter in Place shows have been seen by nearly one million viewers from as far away as Paris, the UK and Australia. The pandemic inspired Pat to write a new song every week. He put these all together in his latest CD, Now is Not the Time for Sad Songs: A Pandemic 2020 Souvenir. The CD hit #1 on the Worldwide Radio Indie Alliance Album of the Year charts.
For fans far and wide, Pat will continue his virtual show once a month until the end of his career. Pat can be seen all over Wisconsin and the Midwest for live shows year around throughout 2025 and beyond. Grab your favorite beverage and have fun with Pat and Sex and Beer!
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PAT MCCURDY LIVE AT THE PLUS!
SATURDAY, MARCH 1ST
Two Shows!
- Friday Feb. 28: Get Tickets »
- Saturday March 1
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages (some adult content- parental guidance suggested)
$15 in advance | $20 at the door
Doors open at 6pm
Showtime 7pm
ABOUT PAT
Milwaukee icon Pat McCurdy has been entertaining audiences in Wisconsin, the Midwest, and across the nation for decades. He brings his unique style of improvisational comedy, music and audience interaction to venues large and small. Pat consistently fills up venues and festivals with his fans, known as "Patheads. They are very enthusiastic, and many know every word of his songs. "Patheads" are fans that have seen him dozens of times, singing and dancing along to every song. It's a fun show for all.
Pat did not let the pandemic slow him down. In March 2020, Pat began his weekly virtual "Shelter in Place" shows from his living room and garage. Fans wrote in requests, birthday greetings, and anniversary acknowledgements to keep the shows interactive. Pat's Shelter in Place shows have been seen by nearly one million viewers from as far away as Paris, the UK and Australia. The pandemic inspired Pat to write a new song every week. He put these all together in his latest CD, Now is Not the Time for Sad Songs: A Pandemic 2020 Souvenir. The CD hit #1 on the Worldwide Radio Indie Alliance Album of the Year charts.
For fans far and wide, Pat will continue his virtual show once a month until the end of his career. Pat can be seen all over Wisconsin and the Midwest for live shows year around throughout 2025 and beyond. Grab your favorite beverage and have fun with Pat and Sex and Beer!
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4th Floor 20th Anniversary Show!
Kick off Spring by celebrating 20 years with 4th Floor at Loopy's Dome! You won't want to miss this epic event!
"Are You Afraid of the Improv?" is a 1 hour long, completed improvised, comedic episode of the 90's classic "Are You Afraid of the Dark?"
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Caleb Synan Live at The Plus!
Sunday, March 2nd
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$20 in advance | $25 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:00pm | Showtime 7:30
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Caleb Synan is one of the hottest young comics in the country. (Funny AND good looking!) His unique background as a preacher’s kid from a small southern town gives him the ability to relate to any and every crowd -- even though he’s a big old millennial who lives in LA. Want proof? He’s performed on CONAN (twice!), Last Comic Standing (once!), and his first Comedy Central special “30” in 2022 (You can watch it on YouTube!)
He’s also entertained our troops in South Korea and Japan. What a guy! It’s no wonder he won the title of "Wittiest" in Franklin County High School’s 2009 Yearbook. He even wrote this bio himself. And he’ll have a margarita with you if you play your cards right.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS: RAEGAN NIEMELA LIVE AT THE PLUS!
THURSDAY, MARCH 6TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$10 in Advance | $15 at the Door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 8pm | Showtime 8:30pm
****limited advance tickets available. Buy a ticket in advance, and you'll receive a free rail drink, select tap beer, or soft drink at the show. Not only do you save money by ordering now, you'll get a free beverage!****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Raegan Niemela wandered out of Upper Michigan’s forests, a disgusting, feral child. Then some idiot gave her a microphone and here we are. You can catch her grunting at audiences throughout the Midwest. Though she is potty trained, she still bites — just ask the headliners she’s opened for, like Gareth Reynolds or Kyle Kinane.
LIVE at LEONA's
Friday, March 7
Chris Acker with Jack Klatt, Luke Callen
doors 7 • show 8
Since leaving his childhood home of Seattle, Washington, Chris Acker has called the haggard decadence of the New Orleans Americana world his purlieu. In the tradition of Guthrie and Prine, Chris lends a quavering voice to the half-rotten romance of the unremarkable and unrefined. From the folk revival through the golden age of country music, deafened by punk shows and brass bands alike, Chris’s songwriting is a nod to the absurd yet muted brilliance that inhabits the molded corners of the bars he patrons and cratered street he treads, paired with a pained honesty that merits a long second look.
In a genre full of tall tales and marketable lies, Chris Acker crafts candid songs – weaving his wit and woes into a body of work that exposes the stale plight of the American Songster to the honest, and sometimes hilarious, light of day.
In support will be Jack Klatt (Twin Cities) and Luke Callen (La Crosse / Eau Claire), and it all adds up to a night with some of the finest songwriters from both ends of the Mississippi River.
Proudly presented by Farewell Transmission Radio, Converge 101.9 FM's weekly alt-country & indie folk show.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS: DANIELLE THRALOW LIVE AT THE PLUS!
SATURDAY, MARCH 8TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$15 in advance | $20 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Danielle won Miami's funniest and was ACME's Comedy Club's 2nd funniest person in the Twin Cities. She has performed throughout North America.
She is a regular guest at the Los Angeles-based Dat Phan and Friends and numerous other events, including the Seattle International Comedy Competition.
She has shared the stage with Janine Garafolo, Nick Griffin, Myq Kaplan, Mary Mack, and ISMO.
Danielle is a frequent performer at comedy festivals from Alaska to Florida and a regular host of Dubh-Linn's Pro Comedy Tour.
She is comfortable performing across the political spectrum, from deep-red rural venues to LGBTQ events. She has been in front of church groups, high schools, funerals, Optimist clubs, Chambers of Commerce, the United States Coast Guard, the League of Women Voters, and Fortune 500 companies.
She once did a business deal with Mark Zuckerberg.
Drama, flair, and a whole lot of fabulousness—look out Eau Claire, “Drag Me to Brunch” is BACK at The Lakely on Sunday, March 9th! We’re serving up fierce performances, a brand-new brunch menu, and—wait for it—BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS. You know the drill: gather your crew, grab those dollar bills, and prepare for a Sunday full of sass, style, and sizzle (we're talking hot fits, and fiery, fresh breakfast). Doors open at 10am, and the show starts at 11am! Tickets are only $20, and guests must be 18+. Seats go fast—reserve yours now!
EVENT DETAILS
- Doors open at 10am
- Show starts at 11am
- Show lasts approximately an hour and fifteen minutes
- Hang out after the show and snap a photo of your favorite Queen or Kin
EVENT RULES
- This event is 18+, must have ID present at time of arrival.
- Tickets are $20 per person, plus taxes and fees
- Ticket sales are non-refundable, non-transferrable
- Tables will be assigned by Lakely staff - please email [email protected] for special requests/accommodations.
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Brando Harris Live at The Plus
Thursday, March 13th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
****first 40 buyers get a free soft drink, rail drink, or select tap beer. Not only do you save money at the door when you buy in advance, you also get a free drink at the show!****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Brando Harris is a comedian and producer from Chicago. He runs shows and performs at clubs all across the city. Brando’s comedy is deeply rooted in his wild upbringing, his family, and his life as a dad. In a short time doing comedy he is already been established as one of the fastest rising comics in the scene with his likable personality and rapid fire punchlines.
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
$15 advance | $20 door
Doors 7pm | 8pm Showtime
Good Morning Bedlam is a folk-rock duo from Minneapolis, MN. Their shows are known for their wild energy and stunning harmonies. Winners of first-place title at the John Hartford Memorial Festival Band Competition, and finalists at the NWSS Band Competition. GMB has played at festivals alongside artists such as Shakey Graves, Sam Bush, Jason Isbell, The Infamous Stringdusters, Trampled By Turtles and others. In 2021 GMB ran a successful Kickstarter for their much anticipated third full-length record ‘Lulu’ where fans from around the world pledged a total of $34,000. GMB has been featured on Bluegrass Today, Relix Magazine, Glide Magazine, and Paste Magazine. Now in 2023 the band is touring their brand new EP Dear Day Dear Darling.
Frontman and lead songwriter, Jed LaPlant comes from a family deeply tied into the MInnesota bluegrass community, where storytelling is central to a song. He draws on that background with lyrics that are personal and at times intimate. That intimacy translates to the audience in their live shows, balancing that deep connection with electrifying energy.
Out with their debut album, Runaway, the band has toured the Midwest, the South, and out to the West, gaining a loyal following in nearly every place they’ve played. Their live show is a foot stompin’ and hands wavin’ kind of time with a collective feeling of camaraderie among those present. For those who have seen them perform, there is intense excitement about what is to come for the Wild Horses.
In 2022, as they were fresh onto the scene of rural Minnesota, their first ticketed show sold out a 700-seat theater. Since then, they have shared the stage with bands like Wilco, Shovels & Rope, Langhorne Slim, Dead Man Winter (Dave Simonett), Charlie Parr, The Lowest Pair, Horseshoes and Handgrenades among many others. In May of 2024, Wild Horses was added as opening support for Willie Nelson on three dates in Minnesota.
The rootsy Americana rock band delivers music that has meaning, depth and ties to the human connection. Featuring band members from very different musical backgrounds, they have landed on a sound that incorporates heartbreaking vocals, standout harmonies between Jed and Ariana, driving beats and epic jams. Wild Horses taps into their rural American roots with music that sends reverbs down your spine.
At the core, Wild Horses are a band whose mission is to improve the human experience through a shared love of music.
Wild Horses are:
Jed LaPlant - vocals, guitar
Ariana LaPlant - vocals, keys, fiddle
Landon Pahl - bass, pedal steel, banjo
Why are so many of us unhappy, and why do so many of the solutions available, so often do more harm than good? At W I N D S T A R Enterprises we talked to people, studied the human mind, leveraged the best science, analyzed it all, and discovered the SOLUTION. Join Dr. Richard Stillwell as he helps you rediscover that the best is yet to come in this groundbreaking seminar. Join us, and you too can never be the same again.
Visit www.windstarsolutions.com for more information.
Come see our Level 1 improv, Level 2 improv and Level 3 improv classes showcase their hilarious improv skills in their class gradition show.
Doors open at 6:30 pm. Show starts at 7pm - Tickets $5 + fees
Join us and decorate a 36" planter that you can fully customize with multiple colors of acrylic paints. Included: Stencils and wooden 3D cut outs of "welcome" and "hello" Glass of wine
St. Patrick's Day Bash with The Shillelagh Lads & Dancers from Chippewa Valley Irish Dance!
SATURDAY, MARCH 15TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
Doors 6pm | Showtime 6:30pm
General Admission | All Ages | $20
Craic agus Ceol & Céad Míle Fáilte!
Join us for a rollickin', foot-stomping, jig-dancin', gut laughin', mug poundin', rabble rousin', tuneful good time! Eau Claire's own The Shillelagh Lads are joined by Dancers from Chippewa Valley Irish Dance, for a night of incredible music!
Ádh mór ort & Sláinte!
Red Hot Comedy Showcase is a new mix on a monthly comedy event, hosted by Good Sets Comedy at The Red Mixer.
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of laughter, featuring local and regional comedic talent.
Start your night with an open mic session, where first-timers and pros alike try their best 5-minute sets, followed by a curated showcase lineup that highlights the best of the Chippewa Valley and beyond.
Thursdays
7:00 - 9:00pm
Open Mic sign-ups at 6:30pm
Ages: 21+
Tickets: $10 online and at the door
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Jake Silberman live at The Plus!
Thursday, March 20th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
****buy a ticket in advance, and you'll get a free drink! You not only save money by getting your tickets now, you'll get a free rail drink, soft drink, or select tap beer at the show!****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Jake Silberman is a New York City comedian who has been relentlessly touring the country over the last three years. He’s headlined numerous clubs, including Helium Comedy, The Comedy Club of Kansas City and House of Comedy. Called a “true comedian” by legend Katt Williams, Jake is a regular opener for Kyle Kinane and Nick Mullen, and has also opened for comedy greats Nate Bargatze and the late Norm Macdonald. Jake’s recently released special “Live from Portland” showcases his biting and sharp material as well as his ability to mix in improvisational moments. Jake’s work has been featured on the popular “Your Mom’s House” podcast as well as “Now This News.” He was voted “Funniest Person in Portland” while living there, and has performed on numerous festivals around the country, including the 10,000 Laughs and Red Clay comedy festivals. His podcast “The Jake Silberman Show ” can be heard every Friday. When in New York, Jake can be found performing in numerous clubs across the city.
SALTYDOG LIVE AT THE PLUS
FRIDAY, MARCH 21st
General Admission | All Ages
doors at 7:30pm | music at 8pm
$10 advance | $15 door
Saltydog is a funk jam Improvisational exploration that takes the audience & band on a journey through their playfully crafted folk driven tunes inspired by the likes of everyone from The Talking Heads, The Band, those classic country and jam band staples along with everyone in between.
The band spawned on the banks of Duluth’s ice covered stones by brothers Jacob and Owen Mahon. This midwestern psychedelic cowboy review features Calvin (Calzone) Lund, Lefty Johnson, Gavin St. Clair, and Sam Deters.
The band’s genuine kindness, passion, enthusiasm and joy for their craft is apparent, enchanting & makes for an additive live performance. Their 2nd album Pepper dropped spring 2024 band is set to release their 3rd album in Spring 2025. The band has been known as differently original, very funky, and unpredictable in a delightful, soulful manner. There is something for everyone at a Saltydog show. You are beautiful, you are welcome, you will groove, we will vibe. We are Saltydog.
LIVE at LEONA's
Saturday, March 22
shower curtain + Two Castles
doors 7 • show 8
shower curtain started as the solo bedroom project of Victoria Winter in 2018 in Curitiba, Brazil, and has since developed into a rock four piece based out of Brooklyn, NY. True to Winter's bedroom roots, Shower Curtain brings dreamy melodies to the forefront of their music, bolstered by instrumental distortion and insulated by fuzz -- a marriage of dream pop and grunge rock. Since 2021, they have become a staple within the New York City music scene, known for their pop sensibilities layered with sludgy guitars, harkening back to their 90s shoegaze and slowcore influences. The band released their debut full length on Angel Tapes/Fire Talk last year. They will be touring with Dummy on the west coast this spring and playing at SXSW and Treefort Festival.
Opening the show will be Eau Claire's own Two Castles, the solo project of gash bassist Eric Christenson.
Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman
w/ Christopher Gold, Live at The Plus
Sunday, March 23rd
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
$10 cover in advance | $15 at door
As a journeyman musician of 23 years, Micah Schnabel is a songwriter and author who has toured nationally and internationally solo and with his band Two Cow Garage. His second novel, "The Clown Watches The Clock” was published in November 2023. His 5th solo record by the same title was released in May of 2024 and was mixed and mastered by Frank Turner. He hails from Columbus, Ohio.
Vanessa Jean Speckman is an artist, poet, and songwriter from the Bay Area, California. She has toured nationally and internationally with her art, creating hand painted stage banners for Frank Turner to her pop up art experiences. From her early days of creating zines she has broken barriers into a songwriter, wordsmith and front woman of her band, Call Me Rita.
As a combined artistic force the duo have played with Frank Turner, Lucero, John Moreland, Dave Hause, Tim Barry and July Talk.
Christopher Gold is a Kentucky-born songwriter living in Wisconsin. He has written and recorded folk songs, country songs, rock & roll songs, and everything in between citing a love for songwriters like Townes Van Zandt, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, John Prine, and anybody else whose work begins with paper and pen. He travels primarily as a solo act, carrying on the folk tradition of performances that blend music, storytelling, and humor.
live at The Plus
feat. Home Stretch
Monday, March 24th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
$10 cover
Out in Front are a Los Angeles based band that serendipitously met at a tennis club-where they are all tennis pros. Starting off by jamming in a garage, the three band members, Madie, Isaiah, and Ryen, immediately knew they had something together. Coming from all different roots and having various tastes in music, the band has unique inspirations. Nonetheless, they all have one major thing in common– their passion for music. Blending Southern California sounds with pop- rock influences, Out in Front makes music that sparks the desire to take a trip down the PCH.
The band’s songs are threaded together with a theme of starting out and taking a chance on yourself and their individual stories enhance that idea.
Madie Renner is the lead vocalist and lyricist of Out In Front. Madie started playing piano and songwriting at a very young age in Iowa. As a senior in high schoool she scrapped plans to play college tennis and study music therapy in Iowa and was accepted into the prestigious Songwriting Program at Belmont University. Taking a chance on herself after graduation, and knowing she would need to leave her hometown behind, she moved across the country to LA.
Isaiah Volk started playing drums for fun as a young kid but always as a hobby. After finising school on a tennis scholarship he got his pilots license and was working as a tennis pro when he met Madie, found they both loved music and started jamming in his garage. They knew they had the start of something special.
Ryen Wagner, another pro at the club and another college tennis player, grew up playing bass with a wide range of influences. Ryen completed the trio and OUT IN FRONT was born!
The band caught the attention of influencial producer Drew Allsbrook (AJR, Ice Spice, Doja Cat) who joined forces to complete their debut tracks and are currently working on a full length release.
Home Stretch are Eau Claire's alt-punk oufit for hire. Simon, Jared, and Mason. Fun. Cool. Very hip.
Clear Water Comedy Presents: Vik Pandya live at The Plus!
Thursday, March 27th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 8pm | Showtime 8:30pm
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Vik Pandya is a nationally touring stand up comic based in Chicago. Known for his sharp self-deprecation, observational humor on dating, & hilarious crowd work, his comedy album 'Friends With 401(k) Benefits' debuted #1 on iTunes / Top 10 on the Billboard Charts. Vik’s Dry Bar Comedy special ‘No Refunds’ hit Top 10 on the platform, and his Only Fans TV special is now streaming. He’s also a producer at Sofar Sounds, bringing the countries best comedians alongside top musicians to eclectic venues. Listen to his popular podcast ‘The Business of Comedy’ on instagram.
Vik has opened for Trevor Wallace, Roy Wood Jr., & Michelle Wolf and performs regularly at Zanies Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory, & The Improv in Chicago. He's been featured in 22 comedy festivals across the country including: San Francisco’s Sketchfest, NBC's Breakout Fest, & the SLO Comedy Fest.
He's also a regular opener for international acts like Vir Das, Zakir Khan & Atul Khatri. Vik's comedy has appeared in Vulture, the Chicago Sun Times, & the Chicago Tribune. Follow him on IG / twitter @vikpandya and TikTok @vik_pandya
$8 Advance / $10 Day of Show
Age: 21+
7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show
Once More, Autumn
A project rooted in Eau Claire, Wisconsin’s artistic soil, Evan Walton fronts Once More, Autumn. A transplant of Minneapolis and an alumnus of Berklee College of Music, Walton fuses indie folk elements with alternative textures. Propelled by the instrumentation of Jeremy Boettcher (S. Carey), Isaac John (Underneath Oceans), and Steve Shaw (The Bathtub Marys), the band melds atmospheric tones with lush, driving riffs. Paired with Walton’s introspective and emotive words, Once More, Autumn offers dynamic and earnest musical expression.
Lesh
Lesh is the moniker of nonbinary musician and groove maker Luc Hans Larson. Multi-instrumentalist, DJ and composer based out of Wisconsin. FKA westkorea (2015-2023)
Doily
Doily is a Wisconsin-based music project. Featuring Sam Lakmann (as seen with Uncommon Denominator, Sad House Guest, Melange Trio and others) debuting original beats, songs and covers.
The Flaming Doublewides
an Eau Claire cover band
General Admission | All Ages | 8pm
$10 suggested donation
Friday, March 28th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
If you know The Flaming Doublewides, you probably know us as the Chippewa Valley’s deep-fried, fit to be tied, swamp-rockin, blues-honkin, large and in charge retro-billy blast from a soulful yet greasy yet groove-driven planet of bourbon, barbecue and tube-amp distortion, rocking the scene since 2016.
We play clubs, coffee shops, dive bars, casinos,weddings, fundraisers, private parties, themed shows, Viking funerals, mass alien abductions and even corporate events—we can do big and bold or small-ish and less loudish, if that’s what floats your boat. We also have a sensitive, brooding, falsetto-singing side, and—okay, no, we don't actually have anything like that, sorry.
What we do have is an extensive repertoire of classic rock, rockabilly, lounge, retro country, R & B, blues, and pop tunes (and a few that defy easy classification), plus quality musicianship, excellent vocals, professional on-time performance (we show up when we say we’ll show up), pro-quality gear and the expertise to make it sound good every time, a relaxed vibe and good-natured stage banter, and a mature following of folks who support local live music, drink top shelf, and like to dance, sing along, and have a civilized good time. “We Bring the Fun” is our motto, and we do our best to deliver at every show!
Unleash your creativity and a touch of handmade charm to your home with our Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop!
This hands-on workshop is perfect for all skill levels and promises an afternoon of fun, relaxation and artistic exploration.
Workshop Highlights:
Learn essential macrame knots and techniques.
Create a stylish functional piece to display your favorite plant.
Enjoy a relaxing and creative atmosphere with fellow crafters.
A glass of wine
All materials and tools provided.
Pot and plant are not included. You can bring a plant pot (up to 6 inches) if you have one.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS: AN APRIL FOOL'S DAY SHOW WITH RYAN O'FLANAGAN, LIVE AT THE PLUS!
Tuesday, April 1st
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$15 in Advance | $20 at the Door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
****WE PROMISE, THIS SHOW IS REAL! IT IS NOT A JOKE!****
***first 40 tickets buyers get a free rail drink, select domestic tap beer, or soft drink. Save money, and get a free drink at the show by ordering today!***
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Ryan is a Los Angeles-based comedian, actor, and writer. He has appeared on shows like New Girl, Abbott Elementary, Dave, American Vandal, The Orville, and Players. He has voiced for American Dad!, Hulu's The Mighty Ones, and Disney Channel's The Owl House. His sketch group, Dead Kevin, has been featured on Tosh.0 and Comedy Central Digital.
Ryan has done stand up on Last Call with Carson Daly, Adam Devine's House Party, and had a Comedy Central Half Hour which aired in 2018. He's performed at festivals like JFL Montreal, Life is Beautiful, and Vodafone Comedy Fest in Dublin. He partnered with Funny or Die to produce his viral "Overly Excited Tourist" series.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS:
MAT ALANO-MARTIN LIVE AT THE PLUS!
THURSDAY, APRIL 3RD
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
DOORS OPEN FOR DINNER SERVICE AT 6PM
DOORS FOR SHOW 7:30PM | SHOWTIME 8PM
GENERAL ADMISSION | ALL AGES (18+ RECOMMENDED)
$10 IN ADVANCE | $15 AT THE DOOR
***FIRST 40 TICKET BUYERS GET A FREE SELECT TAP BEER, RAIL DRINK, OR SOFT DRINK. NOT ONLY DO YOU SAVE MONEY BY ORDERING IN ADVANCE, YOU GET A FREE DRINK****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Mat Alano-Martin has spent the last 15 years on the road telling jokes and sharing stories all across America. He has appeared at comedy clubs, theaters, punk rock dives, redneck roadhouses, casinos, colleges, living rooms and everywhere in between. Alano-Martin’s albums “Profiled as Such,” “Blood Mouth” and “Midnight Nachos” can be heard in regular rotation on Sirius/XM’s comedy channels and he has appeared on NPR, Laughs on Hulu and The Bob & Tom Show. He has worked with such notable acts as Patton Oswalt, Tig Notaro, Maria Bamford, Chris Gethard and Brother Ali. He has performed at several festivals and prominent showcases across the country, and is also the co-founder of the Limestone Comedy Festival. His jokes have also been used for the Frank and Funny greeting card line.
General Admission | All Ages
$20 ADV | $25 AT DOOR | $70 VIP
VIP DOORS 7PM | GA DOORS 8PM | SHOWTIME 8:30PM
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
VIP INFO:
Meet and greet 1 hr before doors
Signed poster
Laminate
Exclusive merch item
Photo with Grieves
All VIP guests can retain early access so they can get first dibs at the merch table and secure desired spots in showroom.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS
SATURDAY, APRIL 5TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$15 in Advance | $20 at the Door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Hailed by the Minneapolis Star Tribune as "the sharpest political commentator on the Twin Cities comedy scene", Robert Baril mines the news of the day to fuel his informed, biting style of comedy. With four albums out now (Sex and Politics, TMI, 2020, Not the Time) and in clubs across the country, Baril tackles all the hot button issues with his take no prisoners style. His first special ‘Sex and Politics' is availabe on Amazon Prime and Tubi. Additionally he was featured in the Amazon Prime documentary 'I Need You to Kill’. He has opened for Louie Anderson (RIP), Tim Dillon, Roy Wood Jr., Michelle Wolf, and Chad Daniels.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS: DANNY JOLLES LIVE AT THE PLUS!
Thursday, April 10th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | ALL AGES (18+ recommended)
$20 in advance | $25 at the door
Doors open for dinner service at 6pm
Doors for show 7:30pm | Showtime 8pm
***first 40 tickets buyers get a free rail drink, select domestic tap beer, or soft drink. Save money, and get a free drink at the show by ordering today!***
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Danny Jolles is a multi-hyphenate comedian best known for playing the role of ‘George’ in the CW series CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND from creator Rachel Bloom. Additional credits in the acting space include spots on RAMY (Hulu), BABYLON (Paramount), THE JOEL MCHALE SHOW (Netflix), and most recently the Peacock series TED from creator Seth MacFarlane. Up next, Danny will be featured across 6 episodes on the upcoming season of HBO’s HACKS.
In 2021, Danny released his first stand-up special titled DANNY JOLLES: SIX PARTS which was recognized as one of the Best Comedy Specials of 2021 by the New York Times. In 2022, Danny he followed this up with the first ever interactive stand-up comedy special titled YOU CHOOSE, which received critical acclaim from New York Times, Vulture and Forbes to name a few.
Events include Honeybee demonstrations, cooking with honey, raffles, food trucks, seminars and youth programs.
Tickets: $15
Free for kids under 10 years old
Visit the Bee Expo website for a schedule of speakers and activities »
The event will feature more than 40 exhibitions with demonstrations and presentations set to cover topics ranging from pollinator-friendly yard and garden creation, beginning beekeeping, cooking honey, and more. The Expo will be emceed by longtime local journalist Keith Edwards.
The Chippewa Valley Bee Expo is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting education about pollinators and natural living. Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, we believe in empowering our community through knowledge and engagement. Our passionate team works tirelessly to create programs that inspire individuals of all ages to appreciate and support the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem. Through workshops, community events, and consultations, we aim to foster a healthier planet. Our commitment to education and outreach reflects our mission to encourage sustainable practices that benefit both people and nature.
Everything you see during this performance on Saturday, April 12th at 7:30 pm will have been created starting at 7:30 pm on Friday, April 11th.
That's 24 hours!!
STEVEN CADE LIVE AT THE PLUS
featuring Dylan Martinson
Sunday, April 13th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
General Admission | All Ages
$10 cover
Steven Cade is a Nashville, TN award-winning, modern country artist and singer / songwriter. He was born in Houston, TX and arrived in Nashville by way of California. Cade has carved out a significant niche as a genuine and influential voice in modern country music. He infuses contemporary pop elements into country-influenced songs, creating a unique slant on traditional country music and resonates with a wide audience due to his heartfelt energy and relatable themes.
Cade was awarded Best Modern Country Artist at the Grand Ole Opry for the Josie Music Awards and considered for over 10 Grammy nominations in country categories. Adding to his achievements Steven Cade won Best Country Christmas Pop Song for his original Christmas song “Still Find Christmas” at the Holiday Music and Film Awards hosted at the Salem Center in Jacksonville, FL and he won silver at the WAM Awards for Best Country Duet for “Shore Feels Good.” His songs have secured him a licensing deal with Universal Music/Ingrooves. Cade, winner of the Wine Country Music Award in the country category, has also achieved recognition as a finalist in the Nashville Rising Song competition for his song “Two Less Lonely People”. These significant achievements highlight his creativity and versatility as an artist.
Cade’s music has gained extensive acclaim, featured on platforms like GAC, NBC, CMT, MTV, ESPN, FOX, ABC, and in various films and documentaries. He has drawn industry attention, leading to his membership in the Country Music Association and induction into the Academy of Country Music.
Cade’s impressive discography spans over 150 published songs reaching notable success on charts and radio. His song, “What I Really Want to Say,” debuted in the iTunes Top 100 Country Chart and held the #1 spot for four consecutive weeks on the New Country Artist Radio and the video aired on GAC and Heartland. His single “Stand” reached the Top 10 on Best Country Radio. His talent for creating enduring melodies shines through in recent releases like “Love Louder” and “Never In A Million Years.”
A seasoned performer, Cade has shared the stage with country music giants like Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Keith Urban, and Darius Rucker, and sang the national anthem at major events including for the San Diego Padres, the Power Brokers NHRA, and other significant sporting occasions. His performances at iconic Nashville venues such as The Blue Bird and The Listening Room, and major events like CMA Fest, NASCAR, and Country Thunder, highlight his dynamic stage presence. Internationally, Cade has toured over eight countries, including Canada, Mexico, Sweden, Ireland, England, Germany, and Italy, showcasing his universal appeal and ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Extending his impact beyond personal performances, Cade’s songwriting has made a significant mark in the industry. He has over 11 cuts for emerging artists and collaborated with esteemed writers such as Liz Hengber, Jeff Cohen and Byron Hill. His songs are on playlists alongside Morgan Wallen and Blake Shelton. He earned first-place in the Country category of the Durango Songwriters Expo for “Sum of Two Hearts.” A four-time San Diego Music Award winner, Steven Cade’s career is not only a musical journey but also an inspiring story of passion, creativity, and philanthropy.
Steven’s early career was notably influenced by his first manager, Floyd Rose. Rose, renowned for inventing the locking neck tremolo system, played a pivotal role in shaping the music industry with his innovative contributions. His expertise and connections were instrumental in securing Cade’s first distribution deal with Atlantic Records, marking a significant milestone in his musical journey.
In recognition of his contributions to music and philanthropy, Steven Cade was inducted into the California Music Hall of Fame alongside luminaries like LeAnn Rimes, William Shatner, and Ritchie Valens. Additionally, he was invited on the Mike Huckabee show to be honored as Huck’s Hero for his 501(C)(3) nonprofit, Giving Guitars Foundation, and philanthropic work. The foundation was established in 2021 and has impacted over 120 shelters across 20 states and 3 countries, visiting and donating over 200 guitars, as well as helped raise more than $250,000 for charities. Most recently, Steven Cade was awarded the Jean Wegener Humanitarian Award for his significant efforts in supporting those experiencing homelessness.
Your Opening Act:
Dylan Martinson is a 25 year old, Chetek WI, based singer/songwriter. He started playing guitar his second semester of his freshman year of college and hasn’t looked back.He’s had the privilege of playing all across the region and opening for the likes Chris Kroeze. Last year he played over 100+ shows throughout the region. Playing a wide variety of music across multiple genres and decades. His singles "Someone Like Me" and "Enough" can both be heard on streaming platforms.
Red Hot Comedy Showcase is a new mix on a monthly comedy event, hosted by Good Sets Comedy at The Red Mixer.
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of laughter, featuring local and regional comedic talent.
Start your night with an open mic session, where first-timers and pros alike try their best 5-minute sets, followed by a curated showcase lineup that highlights the best of the Chippewa Valley and beyond.
Thursdays
7:00 - 9:00pm
Open Mic sign-ups at 6:30pm
Ages: 21+
Tickets: $10 online and at the door
Join us to create a custom 5ft Welcome sign for your front porch! Includes the board, templates and a glass of wine!
Dick Wolf Improv is an hour-long completely improvised episode of the famous show, Law and Order.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS:
ALI SULTAN LIVE AT THE PLUS!
THURSDAY, APRIL 24TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
DOORS OPEN FOR DINNER SERVICE AT 6PM
DOORS FOR SHOW 7:30PM | SHOWTIME 8PM
GENERAL ADMISSION | ALL AGES (18+ RECOMMENDED)
$10 IN ADVANCE | $15 AT THE DOOR
***FIRST 40 TICKET BUYERS GET A FREE SELECT TAP BEER, RAIL DRINK, OR SOFT DRINK. NOT ONLY DO YOU SAVE MONEY BY ORDERING IN ADVANCE, YOU GET A FREE DRINK****
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Ali Sultan is a Yemeni-Ethiopian immigrant. His comedy can be seen on Comedy Central, Donttell and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He filmed his Half Hour comedy special in Dubai for Comedy Central Arabia and won the Best in The Midwest competition at Gildas LaughFest. His Drybar special has over 1.6 million views on YouTube. He can be seen on the new PBS Roots of Comedy series.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS:
ALI SULTAN LIVE AT THE PLUS!
FRIDAY, APRIL 25TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
DOORS OPEN FOR DINNER SERVICE AT 6PM
DOORS FOR SHOW 7:30PM | SHOWTIME 8PM
GENERAL ADMISSION | ALL AGES (18+ RECOMMENDED)
$15 IN ADVANCE | $20 AT THE DOOR
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Ali Sultan is a Yemeni-Ethiopian immigrant. His comedy can be seen on Comedy Central, Donttell and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He filmed his Half Hour comedy special in Dubai for Comedy Central Arabia and won the Best in The Midwest competition at Gildas LaughFest. His Drybar special has over 1.6 million views on YouTube. He can be seen on the new PBS Roots of Comedy series.
CLEAR WATER COMEDY PRESENTS:
ALI SULTAN LIVE AT THE PLUS!
SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
DOORS OPEN FOR DINNER SERVICE AT 6PM
DOORS FOR SHOW 7:30PM | SHOWTIME 8PM
GENERAL ADMISSION | ALL AGES (18+ RECOMMENDED)
$15 IN ADVANCE | $20 AT THE DOOR
ABOUT OUR HEADLINER
Ali Sultan is a Yemeni-Ethiopian immigrant. His comedy can be seen on Comedy Central, Donttell and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He filmed his Half Hour comedy special in Dubai for Comedy Central Arabia and won the Best in The Midwest competition at Gildas LaughFest. His Drybar special has over 1.6 million views on YouTube. He can be seen on the new PBS Roots of Comedy series.
THROUGH THE KITCHEN HOLE LIVE AT THE PLUS!
FRIDAY, MAY 2ND
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
Through The Kitchen Hole is a rock band based out of Eau Claire, WI. Currently comprised of four members, the band formed in early 2018 as a cover band, but has since begun adding their own original music to their repertoire. After releasing an original track alongside covers of four of their favorite songs in the summer of 2018, they wrote, recorded, and released Snake Eyes in August 2022. Snake Eyes is their first full length album of all original material.
TTKH can be found playing live at many venues across the Chippewa Valley, including The Plus, Jake's Supper Club, and Pioneer Grill. They also competed in the Rockonsin garage band competition at Summerfest in 2018, and the Bitter Jester Music Festival in 2019. The band has recently broken into the music scene in Madison and is excited to continue broadening their audience across Wisconsin.
General Admission | All Ages | 8pm
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
In "Improvised Game Show," three improvisers put their wit and spontaneity to the test as they tackle unpredictable prompts. They’ll earn the audience’s praise with their creativity and skill, but only one will emerge as the ultimate winner.
Doors open at 7pm show starts at 7:30pm - Tickets $15
Join us for our 17th Annual Northwest Beerfest supporting the Chippewa Youth Hockey Association. 100's of beers, wine, pizza, raffles and games!
Ages 21+
Online: $45
Door: $50
LIVE AT THE PLUS
FRIDAY, MAY 17TH
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | All Ages
$15 in advance | $20 at door
Doors 8pm | Showtime 8:30pm
The west coast of Wisconsin is not thought of as a hotbed of ska and reggae music. TUGG has carved quite a career of channeling tropical grooves and breezy melodies. They hold a “local legend” status and pedigree among their faithful in the upper Midwest. In their illustrious career, they have directly opened, toured, and played shows with Ziggy Marley, Bad Religion, Sublime with Rome, Slightly Stoopid, The English Beat, The Wailers, The Dirty Heads, Billy Strings, PASSAFIRE, Barrington Levy, The Itals, The Aggrolites, Iration, Lynard Skynard, Gin Blossoms, Trampled by Turtles, Chris Krueze, Horseshoes & Handgrenades ... and many more. It's no wonder that TUGG garners national attention and have become hometown heroes.
Higher Ground Wrestling:
The Future Clash Tournament
Saturday March 24th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
Doors Open 6 PM
Opening Match 7 PM
Matt Honey has ended the 1,177 day Future Clash Championship reign of Shane Black.
Now, it is time to determine who will stand in Matt Honey's way now that he is the Champion. The battle to determine The Future of Higher Ground has just begun.
Doors Open 6 PM
Opening Match 7 PM
Front Row $25
Second Row $20
General Admission $15
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
-All advance tickets are online only. Seating is first come, first serve in each section. Please do not call the restaurant to reserve a seat or make special requests. We are more than happy to make special accommodations the day of the show. The Plus is a full service restaurant and is wheelchair accessible.
-Drinks and food are available and can be ordered before or during the performance.
-All advance tickets are will-call, print at home, or e-ticket. No physical tickets will be printed or provided. A list will be present at the door to assure your entry when you buy in advance.
-Clear Water Comedy is a sponsor of this event, not the promoter. Therefore, Clear Water Comedy pass holders are not eligible for free entry.
-Online sales close at 4pm the day of the show. Tickets can be purchased when the doors open at 6pm following this time. If you are reading this after 4pm the day of the show, the event is not- we repeat- NOT SOLD OUT unless there is a separate announcement stating so.
-Higher Ground Wrestling, Clear Water Comedy, and The Plus reserve the right to remove or deny service to anyone who engages in overtly disrespectful, unruly, or disruptive behavior. Safety for everyone is of the utmost importance. No physical contact or aggressive behavior toward the competitors or staff is permitted during the show. If this takes place, you may be required to leave the show. No refunds will be issued if this takes place.
THE DOSE: A PSYCHEDELIC COMEDY SHOW
DOORS/Preshow DJ Set 7:00 pm | COMEDY SHOW 8:00 pm
FRIDAY JUNE 14TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
A mind-bending journey of experimentation, laughter, and healing. Set in a vibrant and surreal venue, THE DOSE is a fully immersive psychedelic experience featuring a carefully curated line-up of some of the best comedians in the country (seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Late Night, Netflix, Don’t Tell, and more!).
At THE DOSE we facilitate the perfect set and setting for both the comedians and the audience to find the funny within their expanding minds. Our Master of Ceremonies and creator of THE DOSE is Steven Gillespie (CONAN, AMAZON PRIME), a nationally touring stand-up comedian and a psychedelic connoisseur.
The show also features our very own DJ and she will play before, during, and sometimes even after the show! Don't miss the pre-show DJ set, its becoming more and more popular :)
Come take a trip with us as we transcend the ordinary, dance on the edges of perception, and explore the healing properties of our boundless imaginations. And also to just laugh and be silly :)
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TICKETS
General Admission - $20 Online | $25 At The Door
The General Admission ticket gives you guaranteed admission to the show, with seat selection on a first served basis the night of the show upon arrival.
