Cheaper Than Therapy Stand-up Comedy

Cheaper Than Therapy brings live stand-up comedy nightly to the Shelton Theater in Union Square, one of San Francisco’s most intimate comedy venues. Each show features five to six experienced, hand-picked comedians — with occasional surprise guest drop-ins keeping things unpredictable. Doors open at 7pm along with the full bar, so arriving early means better seat selection and time to grab a craft drink before the laughs start. Showtime is 7:45pm sharp, with last seating at 8:05pm and shows wrapping by 9:15pm — efficient enough to make it a weeknight option. There’s no drink minimum, just a relaxed room and a consistently strong lineup. Check in at the box office by 7:30pm to get settled before the first comedian hits the stage.