THIS WEEK
A 90-minute career seminar with KP Anderson, the Minneapolis native who's spent over three decades writing and producing in entertainment. KP got his start on the Acme stage, went on to write for NBC's Last Comic Standing, then spent 12 years as... Read Bio
THIS WEEK
In addition to being a respected comic, Minnesota-born K.P. Anderson is an Emmy Award Winning writer and producer. Most known as the Executive Producer and Head Writer of THE SOUP with Joel McHale, KP has also served as the Executive Producer of... Read Bio
July 29-August 1
Political Satirist Tim Slagle is a twenty-five year veteran of the comedy club circuit, and he has performed in most of the 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. His edgy style has made him a cult hero, and a favorite of his peers. He wages a war against... Read Bio
August 5-8
Maddie Wiener is a stand-up comedian with a style described as “irreverent humor…with a streak of brazenness,” and “abrasive and likeable at the same time.” This past fall she made her Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon debut [youtube.com]. Maddie... Read Bio
August 12-15
Best known for his third place finish on the season 4 of Last Comic Standing. Chris can also be seen on his own “Comedy Central Presents” special and “Live at Gotham”. Chris Porter has been a touring comic since he was 23. Since the beginning... Read Bio
August 19-22
Malik Elassal is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his sharp, heartfelt comedy.His Lebanese-Canadian roots bring depth and perspective to his storytelling, earning him a spot on Vulture’s 2024 “Comedians You Should and Will Know”... Read Bio
August 27-29
Actor, comedian, writer, and entrepreneur Tom Segura is one of the biggest names in the comedy business. Following his highly successful I’m Coming Everywhere World Tour, where he played over 300 shows, Segura has just completed his Come... Read Bio
September 3-5
Tommy Brennan is a NY based standup comedian who got his start in Chicago. He recently joined the cast of Saturday Night Live for Season 51. He was named one of Just For Laughs New Faces of 2023 at their premiere festival in Montreal. His standup... Read Bio
September 10-12
Born and bred in the Bronx, Adrienne Iapalucci's skewed look on life is reflected in her unique brand of intelligent comedy. Her dark sense of humor is enhanced by her political incorrectness, and counteracted by her love of puppies.Comedy fans... Read Bio
September 24-26
Mark Normand is a fun-loving, New York comedian. Ok, I’m gonna brag a little here but hey, you’re on the site so that must mean you’re somewhat interested. I don’t know, I’ve just seen other comics do this. Ah screw you, I’m proud of these... Read Bio
October 21-24
Red Richardson is an internationally renowned stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. His ‘Stay Toxic’ videos have well over a two hundred million views on Instagram alone and his stand-up shows sell out theatres and comedy clubs across the globe.... Read Bio
October 28-31
With shamefully good looks and a closer that will have you screaming in delight, Derek Hughes is set to rock Acme as only he can. This multi-talented U of M alum proved he can do it all by earning an invitation to perform his unique brand of... Read Bio
November 5-7
Kyle Kinane is a comedian from Addison, Illinois. According to Wikipedia, he is a notable person from that town. Other notable residents of Addison have been the boxer Leon Spinks and a woman who wrote poetry about Beanie Babies.Raised in such a... Read Bio
November 12-14
Kelsey Cook is the daughter of an International Yo-Yo Champion and a Professional Foosball player, which made for a humor-filled life at a young age.Kelsey’s stand-up special “The Hustler” was recently released on YouTube and crossed one million... Read Bio
Got 3 minutes of comedy gold? Prove it on the Acme stage this summer. Walk away with bragging rights, unforgettable memories, & the $1000 grand prize!
Get ready for a one of a kind comedy writing experience where you will get an exclusive peek behind the curtain! Watch as jokes go from random thoughts to full blown bits all the way to stage ready acts. Over the course of the week four comics bring 20 minutes of brand new material to the stage with no safety net just the thrilling gamble of whether it will be a smash hit or crash and burn!
