Center on Halsted’s monthly comedy series, laughOUTloud, presents Jessica Halem and friends for a night of stand-up comedy with Jessica Halem, Cameron Esposito and Bill Cruz. Tickets: $20 V.I.P. (includes prime seats and 1 drink ticket); $15 general admission; $10 student/senior discount (with valid photo ID). Advance purchase recommended, tickets available at centeronhalsted.org. Lesbian comic Jessica Halem (nominated: Best Female Comic, Chicago Comedy Awards) returns to Chicago following her sold-out performance at COH last spring. Join Chicago comedy favorites Jessica Halem, Cameron Esposito and Bill Cruz for one hilarious evening at the Center. www.jessicahalem.com; www.cameronesposito.com; www.myspace.com/billcruz For more information about Center on Halsted, visit www.centeronhalsted.org.