Val from Los Angeles

About: Hi! I'm Val Douroux, Hollywood Location Scout/Manager & Ambassador of West Hollywood. I'm alive to have a good time. I love to absorb the sunshine at a nice beach, work on a film set and dance to the music on a rooftop lounge. I love God, nature, humans, and a good adventure. Good food. Good vibes. Good energy. Why Los Angeles LA is the city of dreams! I was bor...

Sep 16, 2025

Tao Comedy Studio Los Angeles

Open mics, shows & school

"Tao Comedy Club in Los Angeles is a hidden gem of a comedy club. It's also a school of comedy, where you can follow Bobbi Oliver's different approach..."

Tao Comedy Studio is an underground LA icon. A Stand-Up Comedy establishment for beginning — veteran Stand-Up Comedians. A place to hear jokes "that aren't rapey". The Comedian/Owner Bobbie Oliver is hilarious and a true Veteran in Stand-Up Comedy. You can watch her specials online. Her work has been featured on ABC and NPR, and she's the Author & Teacher of: The Tao of Comedy: Embrace the Pause.

My stand-up journey begins at Tao. There are shows, mics, and classes you can all see on their website. It's a cozy creative space that encourages comics to dig deeper into their voice with Open Mics almost every night. There are 3 showrooms — two indoor and one outside patio that's 420 friendly. I just did a Weed Girls show here on 420 and it was a blast!

Bobbie teaches classes with a unique approach to stand-up comedy: Embrace the Pause. Slow down. Breathe. She teaches that our best jokes, observations, and performances come from the pause. By embracing a Tao approach to comedy, we create what we're meant to create. She teaches classes and private lessons (in-person and online), and hosts open mics and shows every week. Tao is a cool space to enjoy comedy or do a bit yourself!

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South Western Avenue 131

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