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Cleveland Comedy Festival Stand-up Contest Preliminaries

November 14 - November 16, 2012
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Cleveland Comedy Festival Stand-up Contest Preliminaries

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Cleveland Comedy Festival Stand-up Contest Preliminaries

The 2012 Cleveland Comedy Festival Contest will feature 36 of the funniest comedians from all over the U.S. vying for a top prize of $1,500. Contest preliminaries shows on Wed 11/14 – Fri 11/16 will include 12 comedians. The top 3 judged by audience vote and celebrity judges will advance the Contest Finals on Saturday, November 17th.

What is the Cleveland Comedy Festival?

Over 60 comedians and groups from all over the Midwest, including national headliners, will perform stand-up, sketch, improv comedy shows, compete in stand-up comedy contests, teach workshops, hold creative conversations and lead a Class Clown Showcase for hilarious kids. All of this at PlayhouseSquare's Kennedy's Cabaret, and East 14th Street Theatre. It's a week of laughter you won't want to miss. After all, it's Cleveland. How could it not be funny?

Also part of the Cleveland Comedy Festival:

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Last Call Cleveland

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Tom Simmons

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Out Loud Laughs

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Roast of Cleveland

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Stand Up Contest Finals

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Class Clown Graduation Show

Cleveland Comedy Festival: Tammy Pescatelli

Children Policy:
Children under two years old are generally not permitted in the theaters. At designated performances Children of all ages are permitted. However, everyone regardless of age must have a ticket. All children must be seated with an adult. Any person disrupting a performance or inhibiting the enjoyment of an event for guests may be removed from the theater without refund.

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How do we get there?

PlayhouseSquare is located in Cleveland's theater district located on Euclid Avenue, between East 14th and East 17th Streets. For detail directions, visit our Directions and Parking section to find convenient directions. For public transportation, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority provides public transportation to areas around PlayhouseSquare. Click here for more information on public transportation.

Where do we park?

The PlayhouseSquare Garage is located at East 15th and Chester with elevators located on each level and a walkway to the complex. PlayhouseSquare has kept event night parking affordable for our customers. Parking can be purchased for the on-site PlayhouseSquare garage for just $12.00 ($10.00 advance purchase). Click here for more information.

Where can I dine when visiting PlayhouseSquare?

Experience some of Cleveland's finest restaurants at PlayhouseSquare before the show. Our interactive dining guide offers a variety of dining options around PlayhouseSquare.

Do you need to purchase tickets by phone or in-person?

The Ticket Office is located in the State Theatre lobby and is open Monday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours vary when we have an evening performance and will also vary during the summer months. To confirm operating hours call the Ticket Office information line at 216-771-8403. Tickets may also be purchased by phone Monday - Sunday from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. at 216-241-6000 or 866-546-1353. For additional ticket and theater policies, visit our ticket policy section.

Ticket Office Information

Ticket Office Information Line:
216-771-8403

Purchase Tickets by Phone:
216-241-6000
866-546-1353