What’s happening in the world of comedy – regionally and nationally.
Little-known fact: sketch comedy is Canada’s number three export behind maple syrup and hockey sticks. It makes sense when you think about it; those cold winters give you a lot of time to try and keep yourself entertained and really refine your craft. That’s why we’re so pumped to introduce Hot Thespian Action, who are making the trip all the way from Winnipeg for THEIR FIRST SHOW IN THE STATES! More…
Gather round, friends, it’s time to announce the performers for SketchFest! We had some awesome submissions to pick from and we’re super psyched to announce a festival fully packed with your recommended yearly allowance of comedy! This year will feature headlining shows from:
You know how some people say you can never have too much of a good thing? We were never big believers in that. In fact, we’ve had such a great response to this year’s festival that we wanted to test that theory, so we’re doing something a little unusual. We’re…
September is fast approaching, and that means Sketchfest is accepting submissions from acts hoping to perform in this year’s fest! We pride ourselves on putting forth the most hilarious mix of local and national sketch comedy acts around, so submit your act now! The best part? We’re offering a special “early…
You go to shows. You buy the t-shirts. You donate to the Fest. You’re so dedicated you’ve even wondered, midway through a late-night Amazon purchase, “Boy I wish there was a way this hasty and ill-conceived shopping decision could benefit Seattle sketch comedy.” Well wonder no longer, friend. Not pictured:…
SketchFest Seattle 2013 was a rousing success! We are so pleased to have brought you a fantastic festival for 2013, and we hope you enjoyed it as well. We’re taking the rest of the year off to gather ourselves and reflect upon the past year. We’re constantly trying to improve…
Sketchfest is spreading Seattle Sketch Comedy across Bumbershoot this year, so we’re talking with all the performers playing under our banner at the festival! Check out this space as we drop not one but TWO Bumberblogs leading up to the big show on Saturday (seriously? You don’t have tickets yet?…
Sketchfest is giving Bumbershoot a taste of Seattle sketch comedy this year! We’re highlighting all the performers in this space all month long to give you a special inside glimpse into the who’s who of our Bumbershoot acts. This week we talk with the woman named “Best Comedian” by Seattle…
Sketchfest is infiltrating Bumbershoot this year and injecting a dose of Seattle sketch comedy! We’ll be highlighting the selected performers in this space all month long so you can get a sneak peak before they take the stage on August 31! We’re kicking off our BumberBlog feature with local darlings…
Calling all Seattle Sketch Comedy groups! We’re looking for videos of your sketches to share on Facebook while we help promote the scene (and you)! The whole idea behind Sketchfest started with a simple love of comedy. That’s why we like to use our Facebook page as a place to…
