Netflix’s comedy brand, Netflix Is A Joke has announced that it will be hosting a week-long comedy festival across over-20 venues in Los Angeles between April 27 – May 3.
The Netflix Is A Joke Fest is set to include live stand-up shows and special events with Netflix talent including Ali Wong, Amy Schumer, Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle, David Letterman, Jamie Foxx, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, Kevin Hart, Martin Lawrence, Sebastian Maniscalco, the cast of Schitt’s Creek and more.
May 3 finds the festival closing things out with the inaugural edition of The Hall, a hall of fame honoring the greats of stand-up comedy. George Carlin, Richard Pryor, Joan Rivers and Robin Williams are set to be honored by the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg and more.
The fest will also feature Margaret Cho, Sandra Bernhard and Wanda Sykes among other great comedians during Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration.
“It’s our honor to transform LA for one week into the funniest place on earth,” said Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer, in a statement. “This festival is a unique celebration of the art of comedy, and the role it plays in reflecting our lives and defining culture. It’s a chance for comedy lovers to come together and see their favorite artists as well as discover new ones, and for us to be able to share the electricity and excitement of the festival in Los Angeles with Netflix members around the world.”
Tickets for Netflix Is A Joke Fest are on-sale now. More information about the event’s schedule and more can be found at www.NetflixIsAJokeFest.com.