Tuesday, August 20

DJ Noah Bick

Montreal poets throw down at Kafein’s Poetry Night 006. Headliners include Gonzo Nieto, Alex Manley and Matthew Macaskill, and there’s beats between readings from DJ Noah Bick. Kafein (1429A Bishop), 8 p.m.–1 a.m., free

Local metallic jazz trio Skurge play Casa, with support from Kids Eat Crayons and Cervidae. 4873 St-Laurent, 8:30 p.m., $5

The Ladies & Gentlemen Comedy Show happens tonight at Shaika Cafe. The line-up includes Mike Carrozza, Mo Arora,  Brad MacDonald and more. Come and enjoy a tasty treat or coffee while being entertained. 5526 Sherbrooke W., 9 p.m., free

Royal Phoenix has hip hop DJs and stupid specials on beer, vodka and poutine tonight. 5788 St-Lauren, 10 p.m., free

Check out our complete listings for more great club, stage and gallery events.