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Laugh After Dark ComedyFest Oct 27-29, 2025 in Las Vegas!
Welcome to our annual standup & comedy film festival!
Laugh After Dark is an award-winning comedy brand that includes tv production that spotlights the hottest rising stars in standup, as well as live event production on tour, podcasts, our annual festival, and more!
The Laugh After Dark ComedyFest is equal parts comedy film festival and standup comedy festival, and every day features screenings, standup showcases, industry panels, networking opportunities, and a variety of world-class live entertainment.
***STANDUP + FILM SUBMISSIONS ARE DONE SEPARATELY***
You can submit your film entry here on FilmFreeway and your standup submission directly on our festival website: laughafterdarkcomedyfest.com
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Connect and network with top comedy and film industry producers, writers, directors, managers, agents, bookers, club owners, content distributors, and more. Our festival judges, panel speakers, and visiting industry have collectively worked on projects with Amazon, Netflix, Hulu, Comedy Central, HBO, Showtime, Fuse, Lionsgate, and much more!
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STANDUP LIVE TAPING:
Laugh After Dark Specials
We're doing it live! Select standup submissions will be chosen to film their 30 minute special live at the festival for distribution.
NETWORKING:
Speed Networking with Industry Reps
Mornings are better with coffee and the opportunity to connect with our top industry contacts including bookers, buyers, distributors, writers, producers, and more!
WORKSHOP:
Intro To TV Pilot Writing
Unlock the world of TV pilot writing with “Intro to TV Pilots Basics.” Dive into the essentials of crafting an original TV pilot, exploring the various TV structures that are fundamental to your success as a writer. Discover why mastering TV pilots can be your ultimate tool to secure work in the industry. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to elevate your skills, join us for a workshop that delves into the heart of creating compelling TV pilots and sets you on the path to success as a writer.Unlock the world of TV pilot writing with “Intro to TV Pilots Basics.” Dive into the essentials of crafting an original TV pilot, exploring the various TV structures that are fundamental to your success as a writer. Discover why mastering TV pilots can be your ultimate tool to secure work in the industry. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to elevate your skills, join us for a workshop that delves into the heart of creating compelling TV pilots and sets you on the path to success as a writer.
PANEL:
So You Have A Story: how to pitch + sell your idea.
Learn from our top industry contacts as they discuss real-world strategies for packaging, pitching, selling, and distributing your million-dollar idea.
ENTERTAINMENT:
Official ComedyFest Mics
We have opportunities for everyone to win at ComedyFest (even if your project isn't selected this year!). Throughout the festival, we will have official Mics happening for extra stage time, networking, etc.
All award-winners will receive an official Laugh After Dark Comedy Fest Medal and Laurels!
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You can submit your film entry here on FilmFreeway and your standup submission directly on our festival website: laughafterdarkcomedyfest.com
Best Performance by category (Alt, Club, Clean, Musical, Dark).
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Awards will be given based on the highest cumulative average score by industry judges
Best Comedy Short
Best Comedy Web Series/Episodic
Best Comedy Music Video
Best Sketch Comedy
Best Comedy Micro Short
Best Standup Comedy Special
Best After Dark Comedy
Best Comedy Horror
Best of Fest (awards given by industry judges at their discretion)
AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD
In addition to the judges awards, the Audience Choice Award lets fans decide the winner by voting for their favorite films from the festival. Fans cast their votes after each screening and the film with the most likes wins. This award is all about celebrating comedy through the eyes of the fans.