The Setup at The Palace Theater (Speakeasy Comedy) LIVE at 644 Broadway

This post contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

About the Show

The Setup at The Palace Theater is an award-winning stand-up comedy showcase series held in a hidden speakeasy in San Francisco's Chinatown. Voted the #1 Comedy Show by SF Standard, this intimate underground venue has hosted comedians with Netflix, HBO, and Amazon specials — including Sheng Wang, Taylor Tomlinson, and Ali Wong. Lineups are unannounced, keeping every show a surprise.

The Setup has been producing stand-up comedy in San Francisco for over ten years and has been featured in SF Weekly and the Secret San Francisco Network.

Event Details

Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 PM (local Pacific time)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Venue: 644 Broadway (The Palace Theater — enter through Sam Lee Laundry, just left of China Live)
City: San Francisco, California
Address: 644 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
Price: $25.00
Age Requirement: 21+ with valid ID. No drink minimums. All sales are final and non-refundable.

About the Venue

The show takes place inside a speakeasy hidden within The Palace Theater at 644 Broadway in San Francisco's Chinatown neighborhood. Guests enter through Sam Lee Laundry, just left of China Live. The intimate room holds approximately 90 people and features smooth cocktails and low lighting evoking 1920s San Francisco.

What to Expect

Expect a curated stand-up comedy showcase featuring a rotating lineup of local legends and touring professionals. The Setup presents comedians at various stages of their careers — from rising stars to performers with major streaming specials. Lineups are kept secret until showtime, making each performance a unique experience.

Ticket Information

General Admission tickets are $25.00. Spots go fast for this intimate 90-person venue. Visit Fever for current availability and to secure your seat.