Applications are open for performing in the 6th annual New South Comedy Festival in Greenville, SC. For 5 years we have brought hundreds of comedy acts (North Coast, Magnet Tourco, Drum Machine, Julian McCullough, Magic Negro, Pop Roulette, Coworkers, Sister’s Three, Thunderstood) and workshops from the countries best instructors (iO, UCB, Magnet Theatre, The Pack, Theatre 99, Dad’s Garage, HUGE Theater) to the beautiful downtown Greenville, SC. And we’re doing it again!
All performances and workshops will be in Greenville, SC from November 7-16th, 2019. The first weekend will primarily be stand-up and sketch comedy shows. The second weekend will mostly be improv comedy acts. However, there is some flexibility for all types of acts to be scheduled throughout the 2 week festival.
The festival is accepting submissions from Improv, Stand-up, Sketch, and Musical Comedy. Also, for the first time ever we’ll be accepting individual improviser submissions.
Deadline for applications is August 31st (early bird discount ends July 31st). All acts will be notified of acceptance by mid-September. All accepted acts will receive free access to the all festival shows and after parties as well as discounts on workshops from veteran performers.
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