Award-winning comedian Michael Malone headlines April’s Comedy at the Ave.

The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the historic Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave.

Malone’s blistering humor and irreverent views on life, love and personal tragedy have earned him two top 10 best-selling comedy albums on iTunes and recognition like Campus Activities Magazine’s Top Comedy Performer of 2013, “Hot Comic to Watch in 2013,” and winner of the prestigious 33rd annual Seattle International Comedy Competition in 2012.

Malone’s latest album, Thirty One, breaks down the idiotic ways we deal with life, death, love and sex. Critics like Angela Frissore from AXS raved about the new album, saying “Malone is as engaging as perfectly choreographed ballet.” and “Thirty One is definitely a must-have for any stand-up comedy fan.”

Malone has also been featured on the Bob and Tom Radio and TV show. He’s made appearances on WGN, National Lampoon’s Operation Comedy Tour, NBC, The CW, XM Sirius Satellite radio and Michael was named “Next Big Thing in Comedy” and asked to be an official cast member for season 2 of “Laughs” on FOX TV.

Tickets are $18 regular, $15 students, seniors. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043 or order online for will call-only pickup through Brown Paper Tickets at auburnwa.gov/arts.