Talk about a busy schedule; T.J. Miller splits his time between acting, performing stand-up and regularly appearing on the "Doug Loves Movies" and "Cashing in with TJ Miller" podcasts. / Photo credit: s_buckley / Shutterstock.com
Where: Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington)
When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:30 and 9:55 p.m.
Cost: $25
Call: 703-486-2345
Online: arlingtondrafthouse.com
Hailing from the great state of Denver (don’t worry, it’s an inside joke), comedian T.J. Miller is used to living high.
After graduating from George Washington University and touring with Chicago’s Second City sketch group, one of Miller’s first roles landed him as the likable cameraman in 2008′s “Cloverfield.” From there, it was parts in movies such as “She’s Out of My League” and “Unstoppable” as well as a voice in the animated “How to Train Your Dragon” that propelled the brash comedian to mainstream recognition.
Known for his high energy and hilarious crowd work, Miller brings his talents and Jason Lee-sounding voice to NoVA. Bored beltway-dwellers needing a date idea or their spirits lifted, take note.
Warning: Pun Alert!
Frat-style humor not your flavor, bro? Then check out Nick Vatterott headlining at Lorton’s Workhouse Arts Center on Sept. 28. An Andy Kaufman Award winner and “perhaps the most imaginative stand-up currently in Chicago” according to The Onion, the funny and punny Vatterott has also appeared on both Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Fallon.
I mean, where else can you listen to a full comedy routine in a former prison?
Where: Workhouse Arts Center (9601 Ox Road, Lorton)
When: Friday, Sept. 28, 8 and 10 p.m.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Call: 703-584-2900
Online: lortonarts.org
Minimum age for all show goers is 18
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