Edna in a Bottle: Tastes Funny

March Theme - Real Vs. Fake

“Edna in a Bottle - tastes funny,” is San Francisco’s darkest sketch comedy show, running for over a year and poised to bring its antics to the stage of its new home - the landmark indie venue, PianoFight. Starring a rotating cast of local funny people and one guest stand-up comic, this show weaves a fresh theme through sketch scenes, story-telling, comedy, and short films. If Portlandia, SCTV and a late night phone sex infomercial had a threesome, the baby would be Edna in a Bottle. Popular guest comics who have made their way into Edna in a Bottle include Paco Romane (3X winner, Best SF Comedian), Natasha Muse, Dhaya Lakshminarayanan and Michael Sommers (Sense8 & Sorry to Bother You).

Knowing the city as we do, warts and all, from the seedy to the posh hangouts, the homeless to the millionaires, the tourists and the natives, the queens and the faux-queens, the jaded to the tweet-hungry, the moms and the Peter Pans, no one is spared from roasting. Front row seats get extra attention! “Ya never know what’s gonna come out of this bottle!” 

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT

Michael J. Astrauskas has been performing comedy in the San Francisco Bay Area for over six years. A twin from Canada, Michael has bounced around the rural US before settling in busy San Francisco.

Oscar Velarde is a circus performer with more than 12 years of experience. He is a graduate of the school of acting at the Academy of Art University. He is also currently pursuing a career in professional wrestling.

Jamin Jelo is a physical theatre artist and classically trained mime hailing from central Oregon. Since moving to San Francisco in March 2020, Jamin has appeared in devised theatre works such as Puppets & Poe (SF), street performances at Fisherman’s Wharf, and neoclassical mime-clown shows in Barranquilla, Columbia. Jamin’s next one-man show, “Vaudeville Volvo,” will premier at Levity Circus Collective in Ashland, Oregon in April.

Edna Mira Raia's sketch comedy efforts began in 2013, with troupes like Hot Giggles and The Rub, which was featured in SF Sketchfest in 2017. Her company, Potatoes Mashed Comedy, began in 2015 to connect strangers through thought-provoking laughter. She also co-produces Palace of Trash,' a feminist, issue-conscious drag show every third Sunday at SF's oldest gay bar and stage, The Stud.
Guest Stand-Up on 3/19:

Ryan Thomas brings laughs to people all over the country with his unique blend of witty social commentary and hilariously engaging story-telling. Since his first time performing stand-up in San Francisco's historic Haight Ashbury Neighborhood, he quickly gained momentum and was soon featured on bookings at famed comedy venues like Tommy T’s, Cobb’s Comedy Club, and the SF Punchline. He’s performed in places including Reno, Washington DC, and Chicago. Ryan is a San Jose, CA native and these days you can find him performing at shows all across the bay area.
Guest Stand-Up on 3/27:

Devi Kirsch is new to the Bay Area comedy scene but those who know her well know she’s a fire ball of quick wit, energy and fun. Her ability to draw on the most insane experiences from travel, relationships, family and the list of hilarious pick up lines will capture the heart of any crowd.

PianoFight’s not just a theater, it’s also a restaurant and bar!

★★★★½ on Yelp
★★★★½ on Google
★★★★★ on Facebook

“Reasonably priced New American bites and cocktails in an unpretentious setting” - Zagat

“The best party spot in the neighborhood” - The Bay Bridged

“A hot SF scene” - SF Chronicle

If you plan on dining, we recommend you arrive 1 hours early so you have plenty of time to eat before the show. Restaurant seating is first come first serve. Drinks are always allowed in the theaters.

PARKING
Street parking is free after 6pm. We’re located 2 blocks from Powell BART, numerous muni lines and there are 3 parking lots within 1 block.

ACCESSIBILITY
PianoFight's restaurant, bar, and both theaters are fully ADA accessible.