Does Philly have a good comedy scene?
CC: We’ve got an amazing scene. Five years ago when I started, comedy in the city was almost non-existent, or at least not noticed. Now we have Helium, plus a whole lot of smaller, comedian-run independent shows that are hilarious. And crowds are starting to take notice. Much like the good people at NBCPhiladelphia.com. NBC: Thanks for the compliment! Do you have a favorite local venue at which to perform? CC: Helium is an amazing club. That’s where I’ve had the chance to work with some of the best comedians in the country. Besides that, places like the Shubin, the Walking Fish Theatre and of course the Khyber are all really fun venues. NBC: What about other favorite Philly places? CC: My favorite restaurant is a BYOB called Salt and Pepper (746 S. 6th St.). It’s the best food I have ever eaten. I’m gonna have the seafood raviolis there on Saturday night. I should be thinking about my show on Monday, but I’m focused on the raviolis. National Mechanics is a really cool bar—anywhere that
