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8 Ways to Slay Promoting Your Comedy Show

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When I think of promoting a show, I sometimes think of the line from Monty Python and the Holy Grail: "If you never give up, you can't possibly lose.” Maybe my view of communications shouldn’t be a reference to someone quickly losing all their limbs in a swordfight, but I do think people can metaphorically run themselves into spikes over and over again when trying to get … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to Slay Promoting Your Comedy Show

DC Comedy Lineup: August 13–August 19

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I just got back from a trip to the beach, and now I think DC is awful. But maybe taking in some good ol' DC comedy can remedy my resentment. Come meet me at any of the amazing shows coming up. I'll be the grumpy one! This week in DC Comedy Some highlights from District Comedians this week: Unified Scene supports veterans through improv, Grassroots Comedy champions voting … [Read more...] about DC Comedy Lineup: August 13–August 19

DC Comedy Lineup: August 6–August 12

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Man oh man, I saw WIT's In Lieu of Flowers this weekend, and let me tell you, folks, I both laughed and cried. What's a comedy show that's touched both your funny bone and you tear ducts lately? Shout it out on social media, and be sure to tag @ComedicPursuits so we can giggle-sob together. This week in DC Comedy Some highlights from District Comedians this week: Brick … [Read more...] about DC Comedy Lineup: August 6–August 12

DC Comedy Lineup: July 30–August 5

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I quit my job this week, and it feels FANTASTIC. You can feel just as fantastic as I do by going out and seeing some kickass DC comedy! This week in DC Comedy Some highlights from District Comedians this week: Zach and Kristen make you slumber party, popular WIT project In Lieu of Flowers returns to Summer Escape, and rock improv show Heavy Rotation finishes its WIT-wide … [Read more...] about DC Comedy Lineup: July 30–August 5