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Press Release: Improv, Stand-up, Sketch writing to be taught in Summer Camp
Press Release: Contestants can now register for comedy festival's "Amateur Night" competition
Press Release: Nebraska native Dick Cavett to receive festival's Comedy Legend award
Press Release: Great American Comedy Festival Talent Lineup Announced; Tickets now on sale
How to I purchase tickets? How much are tickets?
Tickets are available by clicking on our "Tickets" link at the top of the page. You can either call in your order to the the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce or fill out a ticket order form and send it in.
Why Norfolk Nebraska?
Why Not Norfolk? Norfolk was home to one the leading men in comedy, the late Johnny Carson. The community in our own way wanted to honor all he has done for us.
How do I become involved in the event?
You can volunteer by clicking on the link under the volunteer and giving us your information and someone will contact you.
How do I enter the stand up competition?
Tuesday night will be considered amateur hour and the first to enter via the website will get a chance to compete. Please check out the Amateur hour rules for more detail. All other stand up spots will be slected and invited to attend. Check out the adution schedule for more information.
Over two years, an editorial in the local newspaper, the Norfolk Daily News, first suggested the idea of creating a comedy festival in Norfolk as a way to pay tribute to the legacy of native son Johnny Carson. The strong, positive response to the editorial spurred Daily News representatives to recruit volunteers for a committee and the planning was under way. In a few short months, the event grew from just a weekend to a week long event. The committee now numbers over 20 dedicated people with one goal in mind, to make this event one of the best in the country and to show our sincere appreciation to Johnny Carson for bringing laughter into countless homes and lives.