After the Beginning. Before the End.

Britain's Daniel Kitson is one of the best stand-ups working, period: He's a touching storyteller (who occasionally does theatrical, narrative shows such as It's Always Right Now, Until It's Later) and an impeccable joke writer whose crowd improvisations entertain as much as his scripted material. He also likes things his way, so keep your phones hidden and your attention focused—or face his wrath.