Comedian Beth Stelling is back behind the mic for another edition of The Punch-Up Open Mic, this time welcoming comedian Mo Welch for a night of spontaneous stand-up, sharp tags, and collaborative comedy, now streaming on YouTube.
Recorded live at UCB Los Angeles, The Punch-Up Open Mic puts a creative spin on the traditional open mic. Comics are selected through a lottery to perform their material in front of the room before Stelling and her special guest jump in to offer punch-ups, alternate angles, tags, and whatever hilarious ideas come to mind.
For this installment, Stelling is joined by Welch, whose distinct comedic perspective makes her a perfect partner for the unpredictable format. Together, the two watch, riff, and workshop material alongside the comics, creating an environment where unfinished jokes can turn into unexpected comedy gold.
Rather than simply showcasing polished sets, The Punch-Up Open Mic gives viewers a rare look at comedy while it’s still being built. The audience gets to see how comedians experiment with premises, discover new punchlines, and transform an idea through collaboration and quick thinking.
With Stelling and Welch leading the way, no joke is completely safe—and that’s exactly the point.
The Punch-Up Open Mic with Beth Stelling featuring Mo Welch was recorded live at UCB Los Angeles and is now streaming on YouTube.
