Cry laughing at one of these 4 comedy shows

You can find big laughs at these upcoming comedy shows.

Dave Chappelle

Dave Chapelle’s pointed views on popular culture, race and class have made him one of the most well-known comedians today. He has appeared on a number of shows including “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “Politically Incorrect,” and has also had roles in several movies including “You’ve Got Mail.”

Details: 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2. Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix. Tickets start at $69.50. 602-379-2800, comerica theatre.com.

— Alison Stanton

TruTV Impractical Jokers tour

The stars of the hit truTV show, “Impractical Jokers,” are bringing all of their tricks to the big stage on their nationwide “Santiago Sent Us” tour. The evening includes a goofy performance by comedy troupe The Tenderloins. The show is suggested for audiences 16 years and up.

Details: 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix. $45 $375. thetenderloins.com.

— Rebecca Smouse

Carlos Mencia

The star of Comedy Central’s “Mind of Mencia” and “The Heartbreak Kid” will bring his standup act to Phoenix. Mencia’s “Carlos Mencia: No Strings Attached,” was the first Comedy Central stand-up special DVD to reach platinum sales status.

Details: Oct. 19-22. 8 p.m. Thursday; 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday; 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday; 7 p.m. Sunday. StandUp Live, 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix. $30 and $50. 480-719-6100, standuplive.com.

— Alison Stanton

Sebastian Maniscalco

The popular comedian is making a stop in Phoenix during his “Why Would You Do That?” tour. The title of Maniscalco’s tour pretty much sums up his ability to say what everyone else is thinking — only in a hilarious way.

Details: 6 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday Nov. 4. Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. $39.75$59.75. VIP packages $285. 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com.

— Alison Stanton