In “Horror Nerd”, stand-up comic Samantha Hale creates a home for devotees of dark humor everywhere, as well as the legions of horror fans who love to laugh. Shot live at the legendary Hollywood Improv, Hale’s irreverently autobiographical show takes us through her hilarious misadventures as a young single woman making her way in the worlds of comedy and entertainment. With Hale’s comedic sensibility informed by this hugely popular cultural lens, comedy and horror fans alike will recognize themselves in her stories. For those who prefer Morticia Addams over Barbie, Samantha Hale is a striking voice in comedy. Brash, bold, and unexpectedly poignant, “Horror Nerd” proves that the best way to survive life’s ups and downs is to laugh at what scares us.