Erik Anker, deemed "The Funniest Comedian in St. Louis," has been described as "[able] to read and deftly adjust to the crowd; he's also able to take them to the very edges of their comfort zone and then make them laugh tears." That's a huge departure from Anker's descriptions of himself, which include "I am why I can't have nice things," and "I've literally [run] away from too many offices to ever run for one." This self-deprecating humor is some of what to expect at Comedy's Best Kept Secret, happening at 8 tonight at Sunshine Studios (3970 Clearview Frontage Road, ticketfly.com/event/793445, $8) where Anker will do his thing along with fellow up-and-comer Dan Frigolette. — Jess Agius

Price: $8