SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 2025 JERSEY CITY COMEDY FESTIVAL OPEN DECEMBER 16, 2024
DIRECTIONS FOR HOW TO SUBMIT:
Submit your video + application below for the opportunity to be selected for the 2025 Jersey City Comedy Festival.
You must be available JUNE 12, 13*, 14*, 2025 in Jersey City, NJ. [*If you are coming in from out of the region, please be available JUNE 13 & 14 - although we encourage you to see the other showcases to connect and network with other comics]
Selected comedians will perform 4 minutes in one showcase on either JUNE 12 or 13 between 7:00PM - 10:00PM where they will be seen by an industry judge and audience. Two comics will advance from each showcase (1 audience pick + 1 industry pick) to perform 6 minutes in the final 'Best Of The Fest' show on Saturday, June 14, 8:00PM - 9:30PM. This year's winners (1 audience pick + 1 industry pick) will each receive a $500 cash prize. Industry winner will get spots at clubs in NJ and NYC. All finalists will receive multiple spots at The Laugh Tour Comedy Club in Jersey City.
STAND UP COMEDY Submission deadlines/fees:
DEC 16 - DEC 31, 2024 | Early Submission: $10
JAN 1 - JAN 31, 2025 | General Submission: $20
FEB 1 - FEB 28, 2025 | Late Submissions: $30
MAR 1 - MAR 31, 2025 | Burn The Light: $40
JERSEY CITY COMICS*
DEC 16, 2024 - MAR 31, 2025 | $10 fee *with proof of Jersey City residency
[if you live in NJ but NOT in the city of Jersey City, you are NOT eligible]
SELECTED COMEDIANS WILL BE CONTACTED IN APRIL 2025
LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT MAY 1, 2025
FAQs
What kind of video do I send? Can it have different clips from different shows? or just the best jokes from a set?
No, it must be of an ENTIRE single set, minimum of 5 minutes and video must be UNEDITED meaning the recording starts from the BEGINNING of set when comic first walks on stage until the entire set is fully completed and they walk off stage. Video cannot be highlights, selected jokes or "best-of" reel.
Do you actually watch the videos?
Yes, its a slow process watching hours of submissions from all over.
Can I send a zip file or a link to download my videos?
Videos must be submitted as a public youtube link (no password required); links to download will not be accepted.
Where does the Jersey City Comedy Festival take place?
Shows take place at:
Art House Productions 345 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 1 block from the Grove St PATH Station.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club, 555 Washington Blvd. Jersey City, NJ inside Dorrian’s Red Hand across the street from the Newport PATH station.
Who were the industry judges in the past?
Industry judges in past years' stand-up showcases included representatives from Comedy Central, Stand-Up New York, West Side Comedy Club, and Catch A Rising Star. Previous winners of the festival received a headlining weekend show at Stand Up NY, and primetime spots at Broadway Comedy Club via TheIndustryRoom.com as well as cash prizes. This year's industry judges will include agents and bookers.
I’m not from Jersey City / New York / New Jersey / the tri-state area / etc, can I still submit?
Yes! We welcome submissions from comics from all over the world! In the past, we’ve included comics from Los Angeles, Milwaukee, Washington, D.C., Toronto, and of course the Garden State. Please note that we are not able to provide nor cover any costs for housing or travel.
I have more questions, who should I contact?
Please contact us at jccf@arthouseproductions.org
