Support animals in need while enjoying a comedic night out on the town at the second annual Comedy Unleashed fundraiser Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the Irvine Improv. Guests will be treated to dinner and a show featuring comedian Debi Gutierrez, with nearly half the proceeds going toward the Irvine Animal Care Center.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. The $35 admission fee includes dinner and the comedy act (venue service fees may apply to ticket purchase). For more information on the event and how to purchase tickets, visit cityofirvine.org/animals. 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 shelter, 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 cityofirvine.org/animals or call 949-724-7740.