Boston Comedy Festival

At our annual COMEDY FESTIVAL, we strive to achieve several key goals that elevate the COMEDY EXPERIENCE FOR BOTH PERFORMERS AND AUDIENCES. Our mission is to:Celebrate Comedy as an Art Form: We aim to showcase comedy not only as a source of entertainment and joy but also as a legitimate and evolving art form. Discover Emerging Comedic Talent: We actively seek out diverse, talented comedians from all corners of the entertainment industry, giving them a platform to shine. Bring the Best Comedy Talent to Audiences: Our festival features top-tier comedians, ensuring audiences experience the highest quality performances possible. Encourage Contemporary Creativity in Comedy: We embrace and promote the latest trends and creative voices in the comedy world, constantly reflecting the genre’s dynamic nature. Educate on the Rich History of Comedy: Our festival also seeks to educate audiences about the deep history of comedy, honoring its evolution and impact. Have Fun and Produce Great Comedy: Above all, we’re committed to creating an enjoyable experience for all—performers and audiences alike—through top-notch comedic theater. Join us at the festival to experience the best in comedy, discover new talent, and be part of a creative, fun, and inspiring community. SCHEDULE FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025 SPOTLIGHT SERIES: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN COMEDY 7:00PM - 9:30PM The Rockwell Theatre 255 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144 Experience the future of stand-up comedy at The Spotlight Series, a dynamic showcase featuring the most exciting up-and-coming comedians from around the world. The Boston Comedy Festival is dedicated to fostering an inclusive space where diverse voices thrive. Join us in celebrating the talent and perspectives of minority, LGBTQ+, and immigrant comedians—performers whose voices are more essential than ever. HOSTED BY MISS UCHAWI: Mysterious, stylish, and delightful, Miss Uchawi quickly made a name for herself in the National drag scene for her theatrical performances and show productions. Specializing in comedy, hypnosis, magic, mentalism and more, their versatility is remarkable. Wowing audiences everywhere this powerhouse performer has been featured on TEDx, done national commercials for Google, and has performed for fortune 500 companies and colleges around the United States. Miss Uchawi describes herself as a morphing magical, poetic being. She is glamorous, witty, and a firmly established comic queen in a league of her own. Continuously striving to break new ground for the LGBTQIA+ community while taking a more fabulous approach to magic, mentalism, hypnosis and so much more! Headlined By Corey Rodrigues: A nationally touring comedian with appearances on Conan, EPIX’s Unprotected Sets, Gotham Live, and more, Corey Rodrigues brings his signature charm and sharp wit to spotlight rising stars destined for comedy greatness. Ticket Price : $20 BUY TICKETS [https://www.bostoncomedyfest.com/shows/spotlight] DATE: March 31 - April 5, 2025