Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the dates for the Competition?

  • Preliminary Week 1 – First Week of September
  • Preliminary Week 2 – Second Week of September
  • Semifinals – Third Week of September
  • Finals – Fourth Week of September

Q: When is the submission deadline?

  • Submissions end on June 1, 2024.

Q: How many comics are accepted?

  • 32 comedians are accepted.

Q: How much time for a performance?

  • Preliminary Rounds: 5 minutes
  • Semifinal Round: 10 minutes
  • Final Round: 15 minutes
  • There are penalties for going over or under time which can lead to disqualification.

Q: How is the order of comedians picked for each show?

  • We randomly pick an order before the show. Nobody goes first or last more than once.

Q: How will I learn if I am accepted to perform?

  • We will contact you in advance and schedule a preliminary week for you to perform.

Q: How much is the submission fee?

  • Submissions fee is $20.

Q: What are the guidelines for submissions?

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