Support animals in need while enjoying a night out on the town at the fifth annual Comedy Unleashed fundraiser. Tickets are on sale now for the event at the Irvine Improv, featuring comedians Matt Braunger, Orlando Leyba, and Laura Peek.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. The $38 admission fee includes dinner and the comedy act (venue service fees will apply to ticket purchase). Nearly half the proceeds go to the Irvine Animal Care Center. For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, visit irvineanimals.org/events. Comedy Unleashed is open to adults 18 and older only. The Irvine Improv is located at 527 Spectrum Center Drive.

The Irvine Animal Care Center provides housing, care, and enrichment for homeless, neglected, abused, or unwanted animals. Services offered to the community include licensing for Irvine residents, pet adoptions, and events. For more information on the Irvine Animal Care Center, visit irvineanimals.org or call 949-724-7740.