2024 We Own The Laughs Comedy Festival
One of the West Coast’s premier comedy entertainment companies is ready to take its brand to the next level with the launch of its annual comedy festival. The first We Own The Laughs Comedy Festival will be held Thursday September 26th-Sunday September 29th, 2024 in Modesto, CA.
The We Own The Laughs comedy festival is not just another comedy event. It’s a grand celebration of comedy that promises to light up the city of Modesto with hilarious joy. This exceptional event stands out with its handpicked selection of comedians, each one a master of their craft, who will leave attendees with some of the best comedy experiences of their lives.
Prepare for a weekend of interactive experiences at the We Own The Laughs Comedy Festival. From live podcasts and informational seminars to stellar comedic performances, this event is all about engaging with the comedy community. And, of course, there will be plenty of opportunities for laughter, making it a perfect reason to laugh at life.
We Own The Laughs History:
In Aug. 2014, We Own The Laughs began as a monthly comedy showcase in Bakersfield, CA. Since late 2018, WOTL has expanded throughout the West Coast, including regular appearances at legendary comedy clubs/venues, including Cobb’s Comedy Club, Punch Line Sacramento, The HaHa Comedy Club, Ice House Comedy Club, Ontario Improv, Mic Drop Comedy Club, and Laughs Unlimited. Growing into one of the premier comedy entertainment brands in the country, We Own The Laughs has featured performances by notable comedians Kel Mitchell, Leslie Liao, Kabir Singh, Jenn Sterger, London Brown, Tahir Moore, Kim Congdon, Matt Rife, Jeremiah Watkins, Brian Hooks, JR De Guzman, Terrence DeLane, Natalie Friedman, Francisco Ramos, Adam Hunter, Esther Ku, & Byron Bowers.
We Own The Laughs.com is designed to be the go-to place for comedy lovers looking for a daily laugh and to stay up-to-date with what’s going on in the world of comedy. Our online platform will feature comedy entertainment from all over the world, producing original visual content, news, interviews, and social events that allow our users the comedy experience they’ve always dreamt of on a daily basis. The main focus at We Own The Laughs is to help further drive the comedic point of view on all things news and pop culture. Always find a reason to laugh at life, because it’s actually pretty funny.
We Own The Laughs Comedy Festival Features:
*The festival spans four unforgettable days, from September 26th-29th, offering many opportunities to catch your favorite comedians and discover new comedic gems. Various comedy club bookers and show producers will be on hand to scout new and established talent for future events. Every act will be chosen with precision to guarantee a night filled with laughter.
*Not only will audiences enjoy amazing material throughout the entire festival, but they will become a factor in determining the festival’s standout comedian, who will have opportunities to win various festival awards, marking a significant milestone in their comedic journey.
*Comedians will perform nightly throughout downtown Modesto, allowing you to experience the vibrant energy the city has to offer while indulging in the world’s most universal language: laughter.
*Mingling with many comedians to create lasting bonds and friendships throughout various professional seminars (Business/Performance/Writing/etc.) and social mixers throughout the festival.
*Enjoy live comedic podcasts and short-film viewings featuring many of the festival’s talented performers.
*Prove that you can be the best roaster the festival offers as part of the $2,000.00 WOTL Roast Battle competition.
*The festival opens its submissions all over the U.S., spreading its comedic influence far beyond the city that never sleeps. It’s a chance to connect with comedic talent from all over America.
*This festival is not just an event; it’s an experience that will leave you with memories of laughter and a heart warmed by the joy of comedy. Join us for a comedy extravaganza like no other, where humor knows no bounds, and laughter knows no limits.
*Submissions open on April 25th through May 23rd, 2024. Performer lineups will be announced NOON Friday July 12th.
*Submission does not guarantee entry. All submissions are final and non-refundable.
Notable WOTL Comedy Festival Events:
WOTL Comedy Festival Kickoff Party: An introduction social mixer event welcoming arriving festival performers and supporters.
WOTL Roast Battle Competition: As seen on Comedy Central, Roast Battle combines the best parts of sports and stand-up comedy. A double elimination tournament event, Two comedians square off in a competition of joke writing to see who can come up with the funniest and most creative verbal insults. They make their case for victory to our festival panel of judges with the overall winner of the tournament awarded $2,000.00.
We Own The Laughs: Modesto @ The State Theatre: One of California’s premier comedy entertainment companies returns to Modesto, CA, with another electrifying performance from some of the funniest comedians in stand-up comedy as part of We Own The Laughs: Modesto. The night will feature the finals of the WOTL Roast Battle competition and showcase performance from the festival’s marquee headliner.
Black & White Gala: A formal dinner event consisting of cocktails, mingling, dancing, and live entertainment among the festival’s performers.
WOTL Brunch & Festival Awards Ceremony: This event will recognize outstanding achievements and contributions by festival performers, as well as allow attendees to enjoy delicious food and socialize with comedy friends.
$30.00 2024 WOTL COMEDY FESTIVAL SUBMISSION FORM HERE
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