Showcasing a diverse community of Yes, And…Laughter Lab creators, YALL Comedy Fest spotlights the best comedy writers and performers who take on social justice issues while making us laugh. From pitches to table reads to stand-up, sketches, and more, YALL Comedy Fest is the place to discover some of the most talented creators in the industry for three days of next-level comedy.
In 2026, YALL Comedy Fest will take place Wednesday, April 8, Thursday, April 9, and Friday, April 10 at Asylum NYC (123 E 24th Street, NY, NY).
Yes, And… Laughter Lab is a competitive incubation lab, pitch program, and festival that uplifts the best comedy writers and performers creating new comedy about topics that matter, with a focus on BIPOC, immigrant, Muslim, LGBTQ, and women creators. Follow Yes, And… Laughter Lab on Instagram and Twitter/X at @YALLcomedy.
The Yes, And… Laughter Lab is generously supported by Doris Duke Foundation’s Building Bridges Program, MacArthur Foundation, Pop Culture Collaborative, Open Society Foundations, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Looking to get in touch about the festival? Please send a note to [email protected].
