Three Saturday Night Live cast members doing their own stand-up in a converted Gowanus warehouse is a very different proposition from watching them read cue cards at 30 Rock — no sketch, no wigs, just material written for rooms like this. James Austin Johnson is the show's uncanny impressionist, Michael Longfellow works deadpan, Devon Walker plays looser. Catch them while a 500-capacity room still holds them.
What to expect
A wide-open warehouse room with a proper stage, plus a separate front bar that opens an hour before doors. Seating is general admission and first-come, mixing chairs and standing room, so early arrivals get the good sightlines. Sets are typically club-length with a host running the night.
Good to know
- R to Union St or F/G to Carroll St, then walk toward 7th Street in Gowanus
- 21 and over with valid government-issued photo ID required at the door
- General admission — seating is first-come and not guaranteed, so arrive early
- The front bar opens an hour before doors if you want to get there ahead
- Email the venue in advance for accessibility accommodations
- Gowanus bars and restaurants nearby make an easy pre-show plan
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Common questions
Is there assigned seating?
No. The Bell House is general admission with a mix of seating and standing, allocated first-come.
What time should I arrive?
Doors are at 6:30pm for a 7:30pm show. Arriving near doors gets you a seat rather than standing room.
Is there an age restriction?
Yes, this show is 21 and over and requires valid government-issued photo ID.
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