A clean, story-driven theatrical comedy experience
What is The Knowles Standard?
The Knowles Standard is not a typical stand-up show.
It is a theater-forward comedy experience built for intimate venues, historic theaters, and performing arts centers.
What Presenters Are Saying
“Loved having you last night and hope to have you back soon. Highly recommend.”
— Orange Community Players (Texas)
What It Is
- A single-artist theatrical comedy performance
- Clean (not corny), thoughtful, and accessible
- Designed for theater-going audiences, not club crowds
- Works best in black box theaters, PACs, and historic spaces
This is comedy presented with intention — not a showcase, not a lineup, not a loud night out.
The Experience
Audiences can expect:
- Clear structure and deliberate pacing
- Stories drawn from real life: family, service, responsibility, and identity
- Moments of laughter followed by reflection — without losing momentum
The goal is simple:
Leave the audience feeling entertained, respected, and glad they came.
Why It Works in Theaters
The Knowles Standard was created specifically for venues where:
- Listening matters
- Silence is allowed
- The room itself is part of the experience
The show scales cleanly to smaller houses and feels full without needing spectacle.
About Erik Knowles
Erik Knowles is a professional comedian with over two decades of performance experience.
A Marine veteran and longtime touring headliner, he has spent years refining a style that favors clarity, timing, and trust over shock or volume.
The Knowles Standard is the culmination of that work.
Technical & Booking Notes
- Two performers (One opener)
- Minimal technical needs
- Flexible seating configurations
- Appropriate for all-ages / family-friendly programming
- Ideal capacity: 75–300 seats
The Intention
The Knowles Standard exists to:
- Serve theater audiences who want comedy without chaos
- Support venues looking for reliable, professional programming
- Create repeatable, community-forward events
This is not a one-off night.
It’s a standard — and it’s meant to last.