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The amount of talent in Austin, Texas is truly inspiring, especially in the comedy sphere, and that's what this newsletter highlights: the best of the best of the best in comedy.
(But we may be a little partial to the Austin scene).
Tweet of the Week
Being a comedian means every now and then, seeing someone onstage for the first time and thinking, "this silly fuck is definitely a serial killer" and then after a couple weeks, never seeing them again.
— Brian Simpson (@bscomedian)
10:45 AM • Jan 8, 2023
The times we've had that thought is more than we can count on our fingers and toes.
Video of the Week
It's amazing what happens when a bunch of local artists work together to create something amazing, and that's exactly what happened with the new series, TV Sketch Show, a local Austin comedian-produced sketch series on YouTube now. The series stars Nick Cox (@nick_cox_comedy), Nat Rogachevsky (@nat.comedian), and Fuzzy Khilji (@fuzzykills), featuring local favorites Cat Swantner, Dale Mendonca, and Holly Johnston. The show is directed and produced by Nick Barr.
Podcast of the Week
Politically Non-Binary, Arielle sits down with comic Thai Rivera to talk about the #metoo movement. Together, they revisit some of the biggest names cancelled by the movement. Including Louis CK, Bill Cosby, and Aziz Ansari. They also discuss sex working and much more! Be sure to like and subscribe to the show!
Insider News
You ever wonder what national touring comedians do during the week when they aren’t in another city entertaining the locals? They are at a comedy club working out material. The Workout Comedy Show is a stand up comedy showcase for comedians to work out their material in front of you beautifully intelligent people. Not only will you see the best comedians, you are going to experience the hottest new venue in Austin, located on East 6th St. The Studio. You are going to laugh away all the bullshit or laugh to laugh because laughing is the best. You never know who is going to drop in. Comedians include local national touring headliners and motherfuckers you are going to love to watch. You are going to laugh your ass off. Guaranteed! On my momma. Get your mother-fucking tickets right now! See you there. Doors at 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Have you ever seen dueling pianos before? Well, Co-Op Comedy is dueling pianos, but for stand up comedians. Co-op Comedy is a stand up comedy showcase where comedians go up on stage together to create a unique stand up experience you can’t see anywhere else.You are guaranteed to have the best time of your life. Grab your friends, your co-workers, and all your people and come on out for an unforgettable experience.Get your tickets now!
That's a wrap
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