Comedy Club Haug

Comedy Club Haug is the stand-up comedy stage in Rotterdam. Besides national talents they often offer English speaking shows.

Comedy Club Haug: Stand-Up Comedy by the Maas in Rotterdam

Comedy Club Haug is a key part of Rotterdam’s comedy scene, located along the Maas. As the city’s first dedicated stand-up comedy club, it hosts shows almost every day across multiple rooms. The stage brings together established comedians and emerging talent, with a clear focus on authenticity and original voices.

The club was founded by Marcel Haug and Debbie van Polanen, who are also behind initiatives such as The Stand-Up Club and the International Comedy Festival Rotterdam. Their experience is reflected in a carefully curated programme featuring both national and international performers.

Programme and line-up

The programme includes a mix of recurring formats and special performances:

1. Best of Stand-Up: line-ups featuring experienced comedians, several nights a week
2. Open Mic / New Talent Night: a stage for new comedians and fresh material
3. Try-out nights: regular performers testing and refining new work
4. Solo shows: full performances by established and up-and-coming comedians

This variety creates space for both well-known names and new talent to develop and perform.

Atmosphere and experience

The club has an intimate setting where the audience sits close to the stage, creating a direct connection between comedians and guests. Regular English-language shows make it accessible to Rotterdam’s international audience.