[Capitol Hill] Queer-Run Stand-Up Comedy Show

Doors @ 7:30PM
Show @ 8:00PM
Backbone Comedy is queer-run fundraiser comedy show at As You Are Bar DC, where comics stand up for a cause!

Each show, a percentage of proceeds go to a local organization - on 5/15 we’re supporting , a volunteer-run protest march for queer and trans liberation. Their 2026 theme is , stepping off June 5th. Come for the laughs, stay for the cause!
Come for the laughs, stay for the cause!

Seating note: There are 60 seats and 20 standing room spaces. The first two rows of the show are reserved for those needing ASL interpreting services. All other seats are first come first serve. If you have additional accommodation needs please let our team know so we can work with you!

Our shows are regularly photographed - if you want to attend but don’t want to be in our pictures, grab a glow stick necklace to wear or hold at our ticket check-in day-of!
In solidarity,
Backbone Team
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