Open mics

Mic policy

Last updated November 13, 2026. Applies to every open mic at Badger Comedy. Questions? [email protected]

House rules

  1. Be on time. Arrive 10 minutes early and check in with the host. The list runs in order, and the host can give your spot away if you're not there when it's called.
  2. Stay for the entire mic. Everyone deserves an audience. Don't do your set and leave.
  3. No tripods during Clips Mic. We film every set at Clips Mic for you, so leave the tripod at home (they sometimes block our cameras). To get your footage, stay and support the other comics for the full mic.
  4. Don't run the light. When the host flashes the light, wrap it up. Going over takes time from the comics after you.
  5. Respect your fellow comics. Listen, laugh, and keep side conversations outside the room.
  6. Support the club and get a drink. Water is $1 and beer is $4, cash or Venmo. It keeps the lights on and the mics cheap.
  7. No heckling. Unless it's a heckle mic.
  8. Have fun. That's the whole point.

Cancellations & refunds

  • If you cancel up to 2 hours before your mic, you get a full refund.
  • If we cancel a mic on the same day, you get an automatic refund and a free mic with a custom coupon.

No-shows

If you sign up and don't show, someone else lost that spot. A no-show costs $5, owed to the club. Pay it at your next mic, in cash or by Venmo.

A second no-show within 90 days pauses your mic signups for 90 days. Your signups come back once the 90 days are up and any no-show fees are paid.

Agreement

By signing up for a mic, you agree to this policy. The host has the final say in the room.