Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest
2019-present · Brooklyn/NYC, NY
Also known as BWICLF, BWIC Laff Fest
Brooklyn-born festival centering Black women in comedy — founded by Joanna M. Briley in explicit response to under-representation at national festivals.
Known for
- Founded by Joanna M. Briley (NYC-based comedian, actor, writer).
- Origin framed as 'rage turned into punchlines' — a response to absence of Black women from national comedy showcases.
- Alumni comedians have gone on to Just For Laughs Montreal, SNL, Sherri Shepherd's talk show, truTV's Laff Tracks.
- Fifth annual edition 'Naturally Funny!' held June 22, 2024.
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