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Experience the ultimate comedy celebration at the 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Jamestown, New York, from Aug. 1-4. This festival is not just for Lucy fans but for all comedy enthusiasts, featuring national touring comedians, art workshops, block parties, and events honoring Lucille Ball. Enjoy daily hours at the National Comedy Center and the Lucy Desi Museum, guided bus tours of Ball’s hometown, and performances by top comedians like Nicole Byer, Jeff Ross, and Nate Bargatze. Don’t miss the chance to meet professional impersonators of the “I Love Lucy” characters and watch a free screening of the show. Join the laughter and fun at this iconic festival!
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Jamestown, New York, the hometown of the legendary Lucille Ball, is gearing up to host the highly anticipated 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival from August 1-4. This annual event promises to bring together comedy enthusiasts from far and wide for a week filled with laughter, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences.
The festival, which will take place in and around the National Comedy Center, located at 203 W. 2nd St, will feature over 50 live events showcasing national touring comedians, art workshops, block parties, and special events dedicated to honoring the legacy of Lucille Ball. According to Gary Hahn, the vice president of marketing and communications, the festival is a celebration of comedy in what is considered to be the comedy’s hometown in Jamestown.
One of the highlights of this year’s festival is the lineup of headlining comedians, which includes renowned names such as Nicole Byer and Jeff Ross. Nicole Byer, known for her work on Netflix’s “Nailed It,” will be performing at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, bringing her unique brand of humor to the stage. Jeff Ross, also known as the “roast master general,” will be treating audiences to his one-man show, showcasing his talent for comedic roasting.
In addition to the headlining acts, attendees can look forward to guided bus tours of Lucy’s hometown, taking them to significant sites related to Lucille Ball’s life, including her childhood home and burial site. The festival will also feature special events such as an interview with Wanda Clark, Ball’s longtime secretary, who will share insights and stories from her time working with the comedy icon.
On Saturday night, festival-goers can catch Nate Bargatze, a record-breaking comedian who has been making waves in the comedy scene. With a string of sold-out shows and a recent appearance on “Saturday Night Live,” Bargatze is set to deliver a memorable performance at the festival, showcasing his comedic prowess and earning him a spot as a fan favorite.
To wrap up the festival, Sunday will offer fans the chance to meet professional impersonators of Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel from “I Love Lucy,” as well as a free screening of the iconic show outside the National Comedy Center. The event promises to be a fun-filled day of laughter and nostalgia, bringing the festival to a fitting close.
For a full schedule of events and ticket information, visit the National Comedy Center’s website. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the comedy extravaganza in Lucille Ball’s hometown. Get ready to laugh, celebrate, and create lasting memories at the 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Jamestown, New York.
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